11th digit - This is the Assembly Plant code -67M -- Accent Color: Dark Brown Metallic -- 1978(called Saffron Metallic), 1979(called Saffron Metallic), 1983, 1984 1969-1986. THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE. 1982: 23,104-GM Heritage Center (chevelles.com and elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com** says 22,732) -QYB -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Whitewall (Radial) -- 1981 GMC Caballero: X 7.9in. A sample 1981 El Camino VIN would look like this: 1GCCW80HXBR100001 -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (Canada) -- 14086573, 1987 Emissions: -MD8 -- THM700R4, 4-speed automatic with overdrive, (1) 3.06, (2) 1.63, (3) 1, (4) 0.70 (R) 2.90 -47M -- Accent Color: Jade Green Metallic -- 1981 Optional engines are the 3.8L 231 cid V6, 5.0L 305 and 5.7L 350 V8s. -80M -- Accent Color: Silver Gray -- 1982 The format is not the complete VIN, but enough to conclude the original VIN's number. Year: 1986 Make: Chevrolet -White -- Red -- Black or Claret If anyone has any records or El Caminos or Caballeros from this plant, please let us know. -BW2 -- Moldings: Body Side, Deluxe -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 Plant production began January 6, 1954. 8th digit - This identifies the engine According to Bernie Vascotto at GMHC (General Motors Heritage Center) using historical records in the archives, out of 22,429 El Caminos built in 1983, 571 were built with the LF9 Diesel option. Make: Chevrolet. 1984 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information -7FC -- Front Spring RH -- 1978 The check digit is calculated based on the other 16 alphanumeric values in the vehicle VIN. 1978: 12,027 -Up-level trim with two-tone paint and more chrome, specifically a shoulder-line of chrome dividing the upper/lower colors. Cargo box specifications: -Windshield pillars: energy absorbing air-gap construction, 1978: Arlington, TX -- Made El Caminos 1979-1984, according to plant literature. Production of the El Camino topped 35,000 for the first time ever. -Note: Overdrive transmissions listed here, although not shown as available in dealer paperwork. -NA5 -- AWS -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 auto trans -- 14037722 or 14047073 or 14047077 Aluminum LS 5.3 with a Hotshot Turbo and 4L80E transmission. -NB2 -- UBH -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14086526 -MD8 -- 305 -43M -- Accent Color: Light Green Metallic -- 1985, 1986 -NB1 -- Emissions Systems: Closed Loop System (CCC - Computer Command Control) -- 1982 1984: 2,751-carsalesbase.com** -Carmine, metallic -- Red -- Black or Carmine To remove the water, the body is wiped and run through an infrared oven. -3-speed automatic (305 V8, 305 V8 California, 350 V8, 350 V8 California), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional Front fenders received marker lights starting this year. -K30 -- Speed Control: Cruise-Master -- 1978, 1979, 1980 -1986, 1987 clusters had a newer font. -YF5 -- ALU -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14031189, 1982 Emissions: 1979: 58,008-GM Heritage Center 1986 El Camino with a aluminum 5.3 LS Turbo 4L80E transmission. -For a reference of applications where each VECI (Vehicle Emissions Control Information) label applies, see here. -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 -MV9 -- 231 -200 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 rated at 94 hp @ 4000 RPM and 154 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (base engine) -Blue, light metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue -Black -- Gold -- Camel Notes: Windshield antenna was not available from 1982 onward, fixed mast antennas were used instead. -79M -- Accent Color: Dark Carmine Metallic -- 1978, 1979, 1985(called Dark Maroon Metallic), 1986(called Dark Maroon Metallic), 1987(called Dark Maroon Metallic) -42M -- Accent Color: Light Fern Metallic -- 1983, 1984 See the tables below for the numeric values for each character and position. -BX8 -- Moldings: Front Fender, Body Side and Tailgate -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -UP7 -- Radio, provisions for monaural snstrumentation -- Hauling: With a rated bed load of 800 lbs and a tow rating of 5,000 lbs (as equipped), the El Camino in this format is comparable to the C-10 pickup of the same period. -Door beams: saftey guard E = 1984 -F41 -- Suspension Equipment: Sport -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983(not available on Diesel), 1984(not available on Diesel), 1985, 1986, 1978 (2750 lb capacity all powertrain combinations, positraction rear available in all ratios): -Minimum running ground clearance: 5.8 in. See trim levels. -White -- Gold -- Camel A larger issue was that a water separator was not included on the early fuel systems, causing corrosion issues inside the fuel system. Rear air shocks were standard equipment so that the car-like ride would be preserved until hauling capability was needed, when the shocks could be aired up. -35M -- Accent Color: Cream -- 1981 9 = 1979 All exterior SS designation is eliminated (EL Camino SS nameplate on instrument panel is retained). The standard engine was again Chevy's 3.8-liter V6 with 110 horsepower (82kW), though California cars, once again, got a Buick V6 with similar specifications. -Diesel engine from Oldsmobile first offered in El Caminos. For small loads this truck is actually preferred by our drivers over other trucks of the time period. -231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 rated at 110 hp @ 3800 RPM and 190 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (California base engine) Find used Chevrolet El camino now on Autozin. The Harrison R4 systems will generally have pressure switches, particularly a low-pressure switch to deactivate the compressor clutch in the event the low pressure side of the system runs too low and threatens to starve the compressor. -YF6 -- California procopt -- 1978, List of engine compartment emissions code labels VECI (Vehicle Emissions Control Information): 1985: 1,198 (elcaminocentral.com says 4,710)* 1985: 24,582-GM Heritage Center (oldcarsweekly.com says 25,482) (chevelles.com and elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com** says 21,816) Final 1987 Chevrolet El Camino Fifth generation rear View. They did get great fuel mileage though, reported to be on average in mid to high 20 MPG in some cases. There is some confusion on which guage packages of which years included a trip odometer. -Note that for emissions purposes, it seems the El Camino was classified as a 'passenger car' not a 'light truck' as GM usually calls it. --Please let us know if you have an emissions label photo you can share that is not listed below! These brochures and sales dealer specifications are useful for determining model year details: -Silver, metallic -- Red -- Maroon The 1981 models received a new horizontal tube grill. -54M -- Accent Color: Yellow Beige -- 1979(called Light Yellow), 1986 -K05 -- Block Heater, 600w, 120v -- 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 1981: Z = V-6, 262cid 1986 El Camino, LG4 305, 200r4 Transmission, 2.56 posi rear. Some of the other options on this El Camino are, but not limited to; AC, AM/FM rad. Black Knight/RPO Z16: -Note: 350 Diesel emissions label exists for all G bodies, not necessarily on El Caminos -D85 -- Body pin striping -- 1982 For the locks, if the spring cover is smooth lengthwise, it's a Rochester Products lock. These engines were not NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) suitable for passenger vehicles even though GM added an extra layer of sound deadening on the firewall in many of these vehicles. -RPO (Regular Production Option) Z16, also requires SS Z15. C-3 -A42 -- Seat, Power: Six-way -- 1978 -Chevrolet (1AW80): El Camino, Conquista, El Camino SS, Royal Knight These systems were also generally equipped with a thermostatic switch by the evaporator to regulate temperature and switch off the compressor clutch if the system reached freezing temperature. -M67 -- 4-speed manual, (1) 2.85, (2) 2.02, (3) 1.35, (4) 1, (R) 2.85 [most likely Saginaw] Chevrolet/GMC trucks and vans used the THM350-C until 1986 . Optional engines were the 267-cubic-inch V8 with 115 horsepower (86kW) and The 305-cubic-inch V8, now with 150 horsepower (110kW). Later El Camino SS used a more rounded style body side molding. Power antennas were not available after 1982. -3-speed manual (229 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, floor shift Otherwise, use the remainder of the division (0 - 9) as the check digit. $359.00. Style differences in bench seat designs. -FRM -- Fremont Plant -- 1978 Cruise contol did not get 'resume' until 1981. -Note: the 5.7-liter Diesel V8 was made by Oldsmobile, which was also offered in Chevrolet's full-size cars. This is a very well built hotrod. 1362215 Chevrolet El Camino. Some A6 systems were equipped with a superheat switch that deactivated the compressor clutch circuit when the compressor body exceeded a certain temperature. -Cargo box area: 35.5 cubic feet -UM1 -- AM Stereo Radio with stereo 8-track -- 1978, 1979, 1980 Find the best used 1986 Chevrolet El Camino near you. 1978: 54,286-GM Heritage Center -73M -- Accent Color: Light Maroon Metallic -- 1983, 1984 D = 1983 The station wagon tailgate is roughly the same but has differences like an exterior latch, and no upper indented character line. Although some body roll exists, it corners and handles with very good weight balance. -46M -- Accent Color: Medium Green Metallic -- 1985 Research, compare, and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 49 El Camino models in Bassett, NE. If we need to move heavy loads we have other more suitable large trucks in our stable, as GM intended in 1978. -3-speed automatic (200 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only Location. Restyled Instrument panel pad, international symbols on controls, model nameplates on dash pad. Transmission: 4 Speed; Seller: Exotic Motor Cars . 78-88 Seatbelt Release Block Off Plate Kit. (305 cu in)gearlever location: steering columnfinal drive: hypoid bevel 2.410width of rims: 6"tyres: P 205/75 Rx 14. During the 1995 model year, GM had a concept El Camino based on the full-size Caprice station wagon using the grille of a 1994-96 Impala SS; this concept was destined for production, but was terminated due to GM's profitable SUV sales. Rochester Products keys are apparently stamped with the blank designation letter correctly oriented when the key is held with the blade parallel to the ground. Our version has the 350 LM1 engine, so it does tend to tow and haul better than most factory El Caminos of the period with its better low grunt power and torque. -231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 rated at 110 hp @ 3800 RPM and 190 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (California base engine) They do not compare well to today's powerhouses obviously, but they are smooth, strong, and durable. Note that of course colors and materials always varied: Style differences in steering wheel designs. We suspect that most reviewers drive worn out vehicles and attempt to compare them to factory vehicles. -Rear bumper to ground: 13.7 in. . Interior Mirrors for Chevrolet El Camino, Manual Transmission Parts for Chevrolet El . 1973 to 2000 Chevrolet El Camino for Sale. It would be easiest if both transmissions were identical but you can use a 350, 400 or even a 700r4 in there with some mods and a crossmember move and possibly a driveshaft mod. -Last year for Diesel engine from Oldsmobile in El Caminos. S = Ramos Arizpe, Mexico M-4 'Triangle' hole style rally wheels were used thereafter. -E5Z -- No Speedometer Adapter THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. Paint and body process (from GM documentation): Easy Swaps. -MX0 -- specifies 4-speed automatic option, non-specific type Buyers seemed to like the new El Camino's longer 117-in. -3-speed automatic (200 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only -M20 -- 4-speed manual, (1) 3.11, (2) 2.20, (3) 1.47, (4) 1, (R) 3.11 (used with 3.08 axle and 4.4L engine)[most likely Saginaw] M = V-6, 200cid Rally wheels were the 'rectangular' hole style in 1978 and 1979. G Force Performance Products. G-7 (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' AND THEN 'BUS APPLICATIONS'). -M24 -- 305 D = Doraville, GA -D24 -- Container, Litter (passenger kick panel) -- 1978, 1979 -305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 rated at 150 hp @ 3800 RPM and 240 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM (California AND non-California the same), 1983: -Turning diameter outside front, wall to wall: 39.89 ft. 1978 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information The concept received mixed, mostly negative reviews, most of it because of the car's front wheel drive layout. 9-0 1984: 98-GM Heritage Center. The Chevrolet El Camino was GM's response to the success of the 1957 Ford Ranchero. 1983 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information Early vehicles had center caps with styling holes. 100001 Sequential Production Number, 1981-1987 El Camino VIN Breakdown: -V08 -- Cooling, Heavy Duty -- 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 Ignition -- J -- 320470 -- 58 -- 1978, 1982 -Brake booster: Delco two-diaphragm, 7.9in. -Battery: (now rated in CCA), 355 Cold Cranking Amps at 0 degrees F. Grey/Black interior. For more details see here. -M33 -- 231 Quote Now! -U16 -- Tachometer -- 1986, 1987 *Some model year 1987's are listed as new car retail deliveries in calendar year 1988 based on their date of first retail sale. The possible values for the check digit range from 1 through 9 and also include the letter X. Each specific cut combination was stamped into a knock-out section in the key ring hole, which could be retained by the owner for easy key replacement. Sitting in a Suburban or GM truck from this time period for any length of time results in a numbness and uncomfortable experience. -B81 -- Moldings: No Body Side Moldings The first letter in each pair designates the square head ignition key, and the second letter designates the round head key. -NA5 -- LAW -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 -- 14063728 . -MV9 -- 231, 262, 305 1982 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information These were never used on factory GM vehicles and are only later replacement units. 5th digit - This identifies the engine -QJR -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Whitewall (Radial) -- 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 After this all 305's were configured for the same output. -Exterior -- Decal -- Interior -YF5 -- KP -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl (California) auto trans -- 25506764 1985: 2,503-carsalesbase.com** Grille changed to vertical bar style. The G8 ST, slated for release as a 2010 model, was to be GM's first coupe utility in North America since the El Camino was discontinued in 1987. Obviously there may be some holes in this information but we are always updating this site and endeavoring to make our lists more complete. 58.50 in, 148 cm front, 57.80 in, 147 cm rear. 1980: 4,742-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** (another source says 4,463) It won't win any drag races, but after all these years it is still going strong unlike many over-complicated modern engines with too many moving parts. -LC6 -- 3.8L (231 cubic inch) 2bbl V6 Buick -- 1979 (Note: engine rarely mentioned in docs, seems to be interim use for LD5) R-9 -NA6 -- LM -- 350 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (high altitude) -- 476338 One problem that developed were broken or stretched head bolts resulting in blown head gaskets. Shop Chevrolet El Camino trucks in Bassett, NE for sale at Cars.com. Fremont Assembly was a General Motors automobile factory in Fremont,California. The Oldsmobile Diesel was discontinued in 1985 with more than a million units sold overall, but it was already discontinued in the El Camino line after 1984. Small-Block V8. -UM7 -- Electronically tuned AM/FM Stereo Radio with seek and scan and digital clock -- 1986, 1987 Power steering, power brakes and ice . Ships In a Few Days. The following is from GM approved Choo Choo Customs print ad (ad when shown in most sources in black and white is not very readable, so we have translated it here in text): "The Original El Camino SS was produced by Choo Choo Customs for GM from mid-1983 until the El Camino series was discontinued at the end of 1987. 1986 Chevrolet El Camino. 1981: 3,020 3-speed, 637 4-speed (elcaminocental.com). -Generator: 37 amp CHASSISperimeter box-type with front and rear cross membersfront suspension: independent, wishbones, coil springs, anti-roll bar, telescopic dampersrear: rigid axle, lower trailing radius arms, upper oblique torque arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar, telescopic dampers. 1986 Chevrolet El Camino V8 250 mi 8 Cylinder Turbo $ 29,000 or $417/mo 1986 Chevy Elcamino rust free. Find new and used 1960 Chevrolet El Camino Classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. The keys were stamped to the appropriate code and then later packaged with their appropriate locks for shipping to the assembly plant. -350 cubic inch fuel injection Diesel V8 rated at 105 hp @3200 RPM and 200 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (no longer offered in California), 1985 and 1986: Instrument cluster bezel now color keyed. -NA5 -- OYD -- 350 cubic inch fuel injection Diesel V8 -- 22517335 1987: 13,743-carsalesbase.com** -71M -- Accent Color: Maroon Metallic -- 1987 The front end sheet metal was shared with the Malibu, the doors with the Monte Carlo, and the rear tailgate and bumper was shared with the Malibu station wagon. -350 cubic inch 4bbl V8 rated at 160 hp @ 3800 RPM and 260 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM (California only, El camino, station wagons, and 9C1 package only), 1979: -QVT -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B White Stripe (Radial) -- 1982, 1983 Application -- Letter -- Blank # -- Groove -- Years used -NA6 -- ??? STEERINGsemi-reversible recirculating ball, servoturns lock to lock: 3.20. turning circle: 40 ft, 12.2 m. BRAKESfront disc (diameter 10.50 in, 26.7 cm), front internal radial finsrear drum, servo; swept area: total 307.70 sq in, 1,985 sq cm. ***The information from thecowboycadillac.com was obtained from the "Chevrolet El Camino Photo History" by automotive journalist Monty Montgomery. -ZK9 -- Roof Cover, Conquista Vinyl -- 1978, 1979, 1980 If the remainder of the division in step 4 is 10, use X as the check digit. Get the best deals on Chevrolet El Camino 1986 Cars and Trucks when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. -63M -- MID/BDY CAMEL -- 1978 7th digit - This is the Assembly Plant code -QKJ -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Whitewall (Radial) -- 1978 -62V -- Vinyl, Camel -7CX -- Front Spring RH -Brown, light metallic -- Gold -- Camel -3-speed manual (229 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, floor shift These crossmembers are a direct bolt-on. This engine produces a maximum power of 152 PS (150 bhp - 112 kW) at 4000 rpm and a maximum torque of 325 Nm (239 lb.ft) at 2000 rpm. 1 = Oshawa, Canada -3-speed automatic (231 V6 California), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, 1984: (positraction rear available in all ratios): 1980 Chevrolet El Camino Fifth generation. 1984: 1,309 (elcaminocentral.com says 4,144)* -Chevrolet (1GW80): El Camino, Conquista, SS Sport Decor Introduced in the 1959 model year in response to the success of the Ford Ranchero coup utility, its first . -MX2 -- THM350C, 3-speed automatic, Note: for an RPO cross-reference, see here, -RPO -- Engine uses -- Gear ratios However, a "small-block" 267-cubic-inch (4.4-liter) V8 joined the options list and slotted between the standard 3.3-liter V6 and the optional 5.0-liter four-barrel V8. -Note: No 231 V6 option listed, but was available in dealer paperwork. It is smooth and simple. -Black -- Red -- Carmine Motivation is sourced from a 305 cubic-inch (5.0L) V8 engine mated to a Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission, originally rated at 150 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 240 pound-feet of torque at. 131 vehicles matched . . A coat of sealer is then applied by hand spray to all surfaces requiring lacquer. J = V-8, 267cid -RPO -- description -NA5 -- ??? -TR9 -- Lighting, Auxilliary (incl. The 1979 model got minimal changes following its debut as a redesigned "new-size" model in 1978. -GU2 -- 2.73 -YF5 -- BBB -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 25514319 -Similar to both the Royal Knight package and SS package, GMC offered the Diablo package for the Caballero. Options not available on Black Knight: Body side moldings (BW2), Conquista decor eqip (D91), Wire wheel trim covers (N95), Silver sport wheel covers (PB2). -3-speed automatic (305 V8), 2.41 axle std., 3.08 optional The El Camino got a new grille for 1966. 1982: 2,654-carsalesbase.com** 1978 GMC Diablo Magazine Review 305 cubic inch 4bbl RPO LG4 replaces 305 cubic inch 2bbl RPO LG3. 1966 Chevrolet El Camino (Stk#1236) BIG BLOCK V8 POWER! -3-speed automatic (305 V8), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional -QKK -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B White Lettered (Radial) -- 1978 1987 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information. -229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 rated at 115 hp @ 4000 RPM and 175 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (base engine) options, and technical tipsfeatured here are essential to enthusiasts interested in achieving an authentic restoration. The "SS", and "Z28" are NOT MODELS. The frame of the El Camino is not the same one used in the station wagon. -69M -- Accent Color: Medium Brown Metallic -- 1978(called Dark Camel Metallic), 1979(called Dark Brown Metallic), 1980(called Medium Camel Metallic), 1981 The base V6 displaced 229 cubic inches, up from 200 the year before. The fifth generation El Camino started production in 1978, adopting the new Malibu styling, suspension parts, and a one-inch longer wheelbase of 117 in. Model Year Engine Trans Type Transmission; Astro: 1989-1992 : TH700-R4/4L60: Astro: 1993 - Up : 4L60-E: Astro Van, Safari : 1995-06: V6 4.3L : 4 Spd RWD/4X4 : 4L60E . -RPO (Regular Production Option) Z16, also requires SS Z15. -44M -- Accent Color: Dark Green Metallic -- 1978(called Light Green Metallic), 1979(called Medium Green Metallic), 1980 Pick Up In-Store. -Black -- Gold -- Black or Camel Vinyl roofs: Our factory-issue Qaudrajet carburetor is well maintained and finely tuned, actually starting quicker and more reliably than our similar fuel-injected engines. All years 1978-1987: -M29 -- 200, 231, 305 -YT9 -- FI/Body Parts -- 1978 Baltimore, MD -- Baltimore Assembly (properly named Broening Highway General Motors Plant) was a General Motors factory in Baltimore, Maryland. -NA5 -- DTN -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14065565 -8PZ -- Rear Spring LH -- 1978 V-5 Everything needed to change an automatic 1978-88 G-body vehicle to a manual transmission is included. Note these are NOT '1988' models; there are no 1988 production models since this would require a VIN change after dealer delivery which cannot be done.