Is an AMC 360 a good engine?
The 360 engine was used in Jeeps for over 20 years, thousands were produced. No inherently un-reliable engine could have a record such as the AMC 360. They are still successfully used today in every performance category from off-roading to drag racing. They are good engines.
What is a 360 AMC engine?
The 360 was the last AMC V8 to be manufactured. It continued to be produced after Chrysler bought American Motors in 1987 as the standard engine in the Jeep Grand Wagoneer through 1991, with the only modification being the “360” casting replaced with “5.9L” on the side of the block.
How much horsepower does a stock AMC 360 have?
480HP
AMC 360 Engine Build – 370-Inch 480HP AMC.
Did AMC use Chrysler engines?
In 1965 AMC introduced the more economical 199 in the Rambler American. In the 1970s, VAM (See Vehículos Automotores Mexicanos) introduced a 282-cubic-inch version of the engine. American Motors and Chrysler produced the basic design constantly through 2006 (AMC was bought out by Chrysler in late 1987).
How do I identify my AMC engine?
Engine Code (serial number) Locations: 150 (2.5L) AMC/Jeep four cylinder engines have this number stamped on a machined pad on the right side of the block near where head and block come together between #3 and #4 cylinder, similar to the 199-258 six (no photo).
What engine did the AMC Pacer have?
| AMC Pacer | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 232 cu in (3.8 L) I6 258 cu in (4.2 L) I6 282 cu in (4.6 L) I6 (Mexico only) 304 cu in (5.0 L) V8 |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual 3-speed with overdrive 4-speed manual 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 100.0 in (2,540 mm) |
How do I know if my transmission is AMC?
IDENTIFYING AN AMC MANUAL TRANSMISSION Get the number of cover bolts and the shape of the shifter bosses (where the shifter enters the trans) for the ID. DESCRIPTION, MAIN CASE LENGTH, CASE NUMBER & ETC.
What engine did the AMC Gremlin have?
The Gremlin debuted in April 1970 with AMC’s 199 cu in (3.3 L) I6, a seven main bearing design which produced 128 hp (95 kW; 130 PS) as standard equipment, with AMC’s 232 cu in (3.8 L) I6 – producing 145 hp (108 kW; 147 PS) – as an option.
What size motor was the AMC Pacer?
Did Pacers come with V8?
2,514 Pacers were ordered with V8 engine. No changes were made for 1979, only the Limited-package was added.
Is AMC a Mopar?
From there, purists begin to nitpick what falls under the “Mopar” designation and what does not. Chrysler bought out the American Motors Corporation (AMC) in 1987, so vehicles built after the buyout, including cars like the Eagle Talon and a wide variety of Jeeps would also fall into that mix.
What was the fastest AMC Gremlin?
10 Of The Fastest AMC Muscle Cars
- 10 AMC Gremlin 401-XR: 8.5 Seconds.
- 9 1957 AMC Rambler Rebel: 7.5 Seconds.
- 8 AMC Marlin 343: 7.0 Seconds.
- 7 1970 AMC Rebel Machine: 6.8 Seconds.
- 6 1968 AMC Javelin SST V8: 6.6 Seconds.
- 5 1979 AMC Spirit AMX: 6.6 Seconds.
- 4 1969 AMC AMX 390: 6.56 Seconds.
- 3 AMC Matador: 6.5 Seconds.
How much horsepower does an AMC Gremlin have?
128 hp @ 4,400 rpm
AMC Gremlin: Not a Terrible Car
| 1970 AMC Gremlin specifications | |
|---|---|
| ENGINE: | 3.3L DOHC 12-valve I-6/128 hp @ 4,400 rpm, 182 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm |
| LAYOUT: | 2-door, 2-4 passenger, front-engine, RWD sedan |
| L x W x H: | 161.3 x 70.6 x 51.8 in |
| WHEELBASE: | 96.0 in |
How much is a AMC Pacer worth?
A: The lowest recorded sale price was $2,475 for a 1976 AMC Pacer on March 11 2020. Q: What is the average sale price of a AMC Pacer? A: The average price of a AMC Pacer is $15,515.
What kind of engine does an AMC 360 have?
360 AMC High Performance Balanced crate engine. This engine is not in stock. Build times vary. Contact us for build time. This AMC 360 crate engine by Blue Monkey Performance would be EXCELLENT for that AMX, Javelin, Jeep Wagoner, CJ and etc. This 360 can be built to set you back in the seat and still has good all around power.
Is the blue monkey 360 crate engine any good?
This AMC 360 crate engine by Blue Monkey Performance would be EXCELLENT for that AMX, Javelin, Jeep Wagoner, CJ and etc. This 360 can be built to set you back in the seat and still has good all around power. In most cases by replacing the flexplate/flywheel this AMC 360 will replace that tired AMC 304 or AMC 360.
What kind of engine does a Chrysler 360 Magnum have?
This engine was manufactured from 1992 up to 2003. The Chrysler 360 Magnum features a cast-iron block and two cast-iron heads with a single camshaft (OHV) and two valves per cylinder (16 valves in total).
What is the camshaft size on a Chrysler 360 Magnum?
The camshaft is driven by a single timing chain. The intake valve head diameter is 47.75 mm (1.88 in), the duration is 274° the exhaust valve diameter is 41.07 mm (1.624 in), the duration is 264°. The Chrysler 360 Magnum engine is equipped with hydraulic valve tappets.