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1977 CHEVY VAN AND SPORTVAN Chevy Van • GVWRsfrom 4800 to 8400 lbs. • Two wheelbases — 110" and 125 • Up to 4160 lbs. or 296-cu.-ft. payload capacity. • Convenient right side shding side door. • Two Six and three V8 engines available. • Three series—GIG(Vz Ton), G20(% Ton), G30(1 Ton). Chevy Sportvan • Two wheelbases — 110" and 125". • Three series—GIO(Vz Ton), G20(% Ton), G30 (1 Ton-125"WB only). • Seating for up to 12(with available seats). • Luxurious Beauville interior available(on 125" wheelbase models only). • Two Six and three V8 engines available. • GVWRs from 5400 to 8400 lbs. Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 1 1977 CHEVY VAN/SPORTVAN NEW FOR 1977 ' ■ ;■ ■"" - .. v/v "1 VSfxjSOitl NOMAD Personal use packages. Caravan and Nomad, for Chevy Van are new entries into this growing CARAVAN Chevy Van/Sportvan — page 2 segment of the van market "For more information see pages 4-7. 1977 CHEVY VAN/SPORTVAN NEW FOR 1977 MM »|«l iMti iliP m Beauville trim for Chevy Van front compartment Swing-out side door gloss in the sliding side door is now available for Chevy Vans. New point ond trim colors—See pages 17 and 18. area only• Includes high back cloth bucket seats and carpeting. Reor springs for G20-30 models with single rear Swivel bucket seats in custom cloth or custom wheels have a lower rate to provide an improved ride. vinyl are available for the Nomad package and included in the Caravan package •(Will be intro duced interim for Chevy Van and Sportvan.) rear trim panel • Sportvan and Caravan only. New rear speoker is incorporated into the right New cloth trim for the Beauville seats and swivel bueket seats. New wheel trim cover available for GlO-20 models• Replacing previous accessory wheel cover on these models is a black and chrome wheel cover in a spoked hub design. New spore tire covers available • Black for GIO models and eolor-keyed for G20-30 models • Included equipment in Custom Package. Intermittent windshield wiper system now Roof vent in white, translucent plastic is included available. in the Caravan package • Available on Chevy Van, Shock obsorbers have been revalved for improved Sportvan and Nomad. ride characteristics• New 32mm shocks are available. New 305 2-bbl V8 engine replaces 350-V8 2-bbl engine on GIO vehicles. New fuel tonks have been designed to comply with FMVSS-301 • All optional fuel tanks have 33-gallon capacity. Sliding door mechonism for latching and un locking has been improved to provide greater ease of operation. Redesigned front fender ond reor door nomeplotes. Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 3 1977 CHEVY VAN CARAVAN \ A NEW OPTION PACKAGE WHICH GIVES THE VAN CUSTOMER A MORE COMPLETE BASE FOR HIS OWN CUSTOM TRIM. MODELS: G10-20. Designed to provide custom van enthusiasts with a finished interior that they can use "as is" or as an under surface for custom work including carpeting, padding or other interior upholstery. The Caravan's rear cargo area comes with a full-length plywood headliner• Walls, roof and upper half of the doors are insulated with thick fiberglass• Over this insulation is mounted attrac tive finished plywood paneling• A black rubber mat with insulation covers the floor • Inside rear door latch release •Insulation for rear wheel housings. and vinyl•Special color-keyed closing assist straps replace armrests for the front doors. A new 14" square translucent plastic roof vent is also furnished • Vent is crank operated and includes a screen • Special Caravan nameplates replace the standard Chevy Van plates. Also Caravan nameplate on right rear door. STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS. The Caravan is available on both the 110" and 125" wheelbase for the GlO-20 Chevy Van. Engines: GIG Standard: 250-6 Available: 305 Y8; 350 V8 G20 Standard: 292-6 The driver's area features new swivel bucket seats •High back bucket seats are trimmed in a choice of durable custom vinyl or attractive cloth Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 4 Available: 350 Y8; 400 Y8 1977 CHEVY VAN CARAVAN / Crank-operated white bubble-top roof vent Two inches of fiberglass insulation, mounted helps the air flow and offers illumination for the between the body side braces, result in a quieter, cargo area• Included in the Caravan package • Available on Chevy Van, Sportvan and Nomad. more comfortable ride• Insulation on wheel- housings helps reduce road noise. 1 Optional rear speaker is mounted in the right rear plywood paneling above the wheelhousing. Full-length headliner is made of plywood •Offers excellent sound insulation as well as a smooth, attractive appearance. Chevy Van/Sportvan—page 5 1977 CHEVY VAN NOMAD A NEW OPTION PACKAGE WHICH HELPS TURN A CHEVY VAN INTO AN EXCITING TRAVEL WAGON. MODEL: G20. windows on the right-hand sliding side door and Designed for the customer who wants a spacious, comfortable passenger vehicle with an extra-large left-hand wall are also included. cargo area. Outside, the Nomad features bright lower body Inside, the Nomad features high back bucket seats side moldings; chromed grille, bumpers and hub caps; windshield reveal moldings; special sidemarker lights with bright trim and taillamp trim, up front plus a removable bench-type center seat • Passenger area is finished off in rich Beauville trim with tough all-vinyl or attractive cloth-andvinyl upholstery, cut-pile carpeting and woodtone accents on the door panels. plus Nomad nameplates. STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS. The Nomad is available on 125" wheelbase G20 The rear cargo area comes with a color-keyed Chevy Vans. vinyl floor mat, full-length parchment-colored hard- Engines: Standard—292 Six board headliner with insulated foam backing and Available-350 V8, 400 V8 cargo tie-down provisions• Handy swing-out "v. High back bucket seats with Beauville clothand-vinyl trim are standard on Nomad • Swivel bucket seats are an available option. Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 6 i.f.. 1977 CHEVY VAN NOMAD g-oui I Lsed V fnn li n Vinyl door panels with woodtone accents combine the look of luxury with durability. Full-length headliner offers excellent sound insulation as well as a smooth, attractive appearance. Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 7 1977 CHEVY VAN/SPORTVAN ENGINE AND CHASSIS VALUE FEATURES l/. A .... ^ Three V8s Two Sixes • The 305 V8 with a 2-barrel carburetor is available • Integral head-inlet manifold 250 Six standard on V8 on GIG models,except 125-inch wheelbase Sportvan. Good performance, efficient operation on unleaded fuel. Not available in California; the 350-4 V8 is required. • 350 V8 with 4-barrel carburetor is available V8 on 125-inch wheelbase GIO Sportvan, G20 and G30 models. Available on other GIO models. • 400 V8 available on G20 and G30 models. GIO models. • High-torque 292 Six standard on G20 and G30 models. • High Energy Ignition system standard equipment on all engines. Helps provide quick starting. • Recommended service intervals help save on maintenance costs: oil change, 7,500 miles; oil filter, 15,000 miles; chassis lube, 7,500 miles; spark plug change, 22,500 miles for V8s and 30,000 miles for L6s; automatic transmission service, 60,000 miles now. i Rear Axles • 5700-lb. capacity Salisbury full-floating design for G30 models offers durability under heavy loads plus broad ratio coverage. • Semi-floating design on GlO-20 models. Transmissions • 3-speed synchromesh transmission standard. • Fully automatic Turbo Hydra-matic is available with all engines. Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 8 1977 CHEVY VAN/SPORTVAN CHASSIS VALUE FEATURES Computer-Matched Braking Systems • Brake size and capacity computer-selected by GVW rating. Front Pad Wear Sensor m • Rubs rotor when pad is worn. • Audible signal indicates need for maintenance Two-Stage Multi-Leaf Rear Springs Wide-Stance Chassis Design • Automatically adjust to the load. • Good stability and responsiveness. • Spring design features an eight-leaf assembly for the higher GVW ratings. Aluminized Exhaust System • Coated inside and out. • Hangers allow heat expansion. Counter-Angied Rear Shocks • Effect is to reduce wheel hop. • New heavy-duty 32mm shocks are available. Preiubricated Universal Joints • Reduce maintenance, integral Body and Frame Massive Girder Beam independent Front Suspension • Permanently joined for strength and durability. • Critical underbody components galvanized for corrosion protection. • Helps iron out the road for a smoother ride. Front Stabilizer Bar Available • Control arms on Series 10 and 20 models feature • For stability and driving ease. • Recommended for highway use. rubber bushings to reduce road harshness. • A tough coil spring at each wheel helps soak up road shock. • Required for high center of gravity loads. Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 9 1977 CHEVY VAN POWER TEAMS ENGINE TRANSMISSION Type Type and Code and Code REAR AXLE Make HC2 3.08 HE3 — — 2.73 G10 SERIES ■ 2S0 l-bblL6-LD4 Ratio cmd Code cui^d Capacity (lb) 3-Speed Manual(Std)—MIS a 3.42 HE4 X(Std) 3.73 GT4 X4 (Standard Engine) Turbo Hydra-mafic—M40 Chevrolet 3100 b Turbo Hydra-malic—M40 ■ 3S0 4-bbl V8-LS9 3-Speed Manual(Std)-M15 a G20 SERIES 3-Speed Manual(Std)-MlS X(Std) X4 X(Std) X — X X — X(Std) X — X(Std) X X 2.76 HC2 3.07 3.40 HE3 HE4 3.73 GT4 X(Std) X — X(Std) — Turbo Hydra-malic-M40 4 ■ 292 1-bbl L6-L2S — — 3-Speed Manuol(Std)-MlS •A30S^bbl V8-LG9 — — X*4 (Standard Engine) Turbo Hydru-mutic-M40 ■ 3S0 4-bbl V8-LS9 ■ 400 4-bbl V8-LF4 3500 g — — Turbo Hydru-mutic-M40 X(Std) Turbo Hydru-mutic-M40 X(Std) 3-Speed Manual(Std)-MlS d X — X(Std) X — X — — X — 3.73 GT4 3.21 HC8 G30 SERIES ■ 292 1-bbl L8-L2S X(Std) — Chevrolet 3-Speed Manual(Std)-MlS — 4.10 GTS 4.S6 HC4 X(Std) X (Standard Engine) Turbo Hydru-mutic-M40 ■ 350 4-bbl V8-LS9 — Chevrolet 3-Speed Manual(Std)-MlS ■ 400 4-bbl V8-LF4 5700 c — X(Std) X X(Std)f X — X Turbo Hydru-mutic-M40 X(Std) e X X — Turbo Hydru-mutic-M40 X(Std) e X X — ■ Available for registration in the State of California when California Emission Certification is ordered. •Not available for registration in the State of California. A Not available with NA6 High Altitude Emission Equipment. ^ Required when NAG High Altitude Emission Equipment is ordered. * Available only when NAG High Altitude Emission Equipment is ordered, a Not recommended for GVWR of 54CX) lb. or above. b Locking Differential available only on Code HC2 and HE3 axles. When Locking Differential is ordered, Code HC2 axle changes to 2.76 ratio, and Code HE3 changes to 3.07 ratio. Both axles require J55 HD Power Brakes and are rated at 3500 lbs. capacity, c Locking Differential available on all axles; HC4 requires 155 Brakes, d Not recommended for GVWR of 7700 lb. or above. e 7700 lb. GVWR or above requires GT4 or GT5 axle ratio (not recommended for normal passenger use.) I Not recommended for GVWR of 7900 lb. or above, g Locking Differential available only on Code HC2 and HE4 axles. ENGINE RATINGS SAE Net Ratings @ OS^'F Net Horsepower Net Torque,Ib-ft *Light Duty Emissions. 2S0 1-bbl L6* 110 @ 3800 rpm 195 @ IGOO rpm 292 1-bbl L6 120 @ 3600 rpm 215 @ 2000 rpm 30S 2-bbl 145 @ 3800 rpm 245 @ 2400 rpm fRated 255 @ 2800 rpm for Heavy Duty Emissions. Chevy Von/Sportvan—page 10 3S0 4-bbl V8* 165 @ 3800 rpm t260 @ 2400 rpm 400 4-bbl V8 175 @ 3600 rpm 290 @ 2800 rpm 1977 SPORTVAN POWER TEAMS ENGINE TRANSMISSION Type Type end Code and Code REAR AXLE Make and Ratio and Code Capacity (lb) 2.73 HC2 G10 SERIES ■ 250 1-bbl L6-LD4 3-Speed Manual(Std)—M15 a — 3.08 HE3 3.42 HE4 — 3.73 GT4 X(Std) X4 X(Std) X4 (Standard Engine) Turbo Hydra-mutic—M40 — *3-Speed Manual(Std^-M15 •*A305 2-bbl V8-LG9 Chevrolet 3100 g Turbo Hydra-mutic~M40 ■ 350 4-bbl V8-LS9 3-Speed Manual(Std)—Ml5a X(Std) G20 SERIES 3-Speed Manual(Std)-MI5 X(Std) X — X X — X(Std) X — X(Std) X X 2.76 HC2 3.07 HE3 3.40 HE4 3.73 GT4 X(Std) X — Turbo Hydra-mutic—M404 ■ 292 1-bbI L6-L25 — ' — — — Xc4 (Standard Engine) Turbo Hydra-mutic-M40 ■ 350 4-bbI V8-LS9 — 3-Speed Manual(Std)—MI5 ■ 400 4-bbI V8-LF4 3500 b Turbo Hydra-mutic-M40 X(Std) Turbo Hydra-mutic-M40 X(Std) X X(Std) — X — — X — HC8 3-Speed Manual(Std)—M15 d — — 3.21 G30 SERIES ■ 292 l-bbi L6-L25 X(Std) Chevrolet — X 4.10 GT5 3.73 GT4 X(Std) — (Standard Engine) Turbo Hydra-matic—M40 — Chevrolet 3-Speed Manual(Std)-MI5 ■ 350 4-bbl V8-LS9 ■ 400 4-bbl V8-LF4 — X(Std) X X(Std)h X 5700 e Turbo Hydra-matic—M40 X(Std) f X X Turbo Hydra-matic—M40 X(Std)1 X X ■ Available for registration in the State of California when California Emission Certification is ordered. •Not available for registration in the State of Cahtornia. * Not available on 125'' WB models. A Not available with NA6 High Altitude Emission Equipment. 4 Required when NA6 High Altitude Emission Equipment is ordered, a Not recommended for GVWR of 5400 lb. or above. b Locking Differential available only on Code HC2 and HE3 axles. When Locking Differential is ordered, Code HC2 axle changes to 2.76 ratio, and Code HE3 changes to 3.07 ratio. Both axles are rated at 3500 lb. capacity, c Available only when NA6 High Altitude Emission Equipment is ordered, d Not recommended for GVWR of 7100 lb. or above, e Locking Differential available for all axles. I 7900 lb GVWR or above requires GT4 or GT5 axle ratio (not recommended for normal passenger use), g Locking Differential available only on Code HC2 and HE4 axles, k Not recommended for GVWR of 7900 lb. or above. ENGINE RATINGS SAE Net Ratings @ 85°F Net Horsepower Net Torque,lb-It *Light Duty Emissions. 250 1-bbl L6* 292 1-bbl L6 305 2-bbl VO'' 350 4-bbl VO'' 400 4-bbl V8 110 @ 3800 rpm 195 @ 1600 rpm 120 @ 3600 rpm 215 @ 2000 rpm 145 @ 3800 rpm 245 @ 2400 rpm 165 @ 3800 rpm t260 @ 2400 rpm 175 @ 3600 rpm 290 @ 2800 rpm fRated 255 @ 28(X) rpm for Heavy Duty Emissions. Chevy Von/Sportvan—page 11 1977 CHEVY VAN/SPORTVAN POPULAR OPTIONS Turbo Hydro-matic • Available on all models • Delivers responsive performance • Three speeds forward •Steering-column-mounted selector lever. Steel-belted radial ply whitewall tires •Available in GR78-15B,JR78-15B sizes•Features include durability, traction and impact resistance. Eaton locking differential •Available on all models • Unit operates at about 100-rpm differential in speed between two rear wheels •Deactivated at high speeds • Helps eliminate chatter, shock, excessive tire wear. Other Popular Options: • New swing-out side door glass. Chevy Van only. All Weather air conditioning •Cools and dehumidifies incoming air •Basic package is a front-mounted unit• Additional rear overhead recirculating unit with separate control switch also available with front unit. Comfortiit steering wheel •Adjusts to six different positions for almost anybody's driving comfort• Available on all models with automatic transmission. 15" Rally wheels• Available on Series GlO-20. Chevy Van and Sportvan models•Includes wheel, center hub, bright trim ring. 33-gallon fuel tank •Available on 125" wheelbase models only• Replaces standard 21-gallon tank •Increases cruising range. New roof vent• White,translucent plastic •Standard on Caravan• Available on Chevy Van, Sportvan and Nomad. • AM-FM radio. • New rear-mounted speaker. Custom and Beauville Sportvan, Nomad and Caravan only. • AM radio. • Custom steering wheel. • Power steering. • Passenger seat adjuster. • Chromed grille(included on Beauville Sportvan, Nomad and with Custom Appearance Equipment). • Heavy-duty Delco Freedom battery. • Chromed bumpers. • New painted or chromed front bumper guards (125" wheelbase models only). • Heavy-duty cooling. • Heavy-duty radiator. • Custom Appearance Equipment. • Custom Comfort Equipment. and 2" sizes. • Gauges —voltmeter,temperature, oil pressure. • 42-amp generator. • 61-amp generator. • Swing-out rear door glass. New wheels • White,styled-steel wheels. • Rear heater. High-back bucket seats•Attractive comfortable • Below Eyehne mirrors. • Cigar lighter. • Body side moldings. • Special two-tone paint. • Deluxe two-tone paint. • Heavy-duty shock absorbers. New rear step bumper•Available for Chevy Van,Sportvan•Skid-resistant surface, painted finish •Pre-drilled for trailer-hitch ball, available in 1%" high-back bucket seats are available with standard all-vinyl trim •With special all-vinyl or plaid cloth and vinyl trims, they're standard on the Beauville Sportvan, Nomad and Chevy Van with Beauville trim. New swivel bucket seats• Available in custom cloth or custom vinyl depending on model. Check chart on page 17 for availability. • Heavy-duty springs. • Front stabilizer bar. • Bright metal hubcaps. • Bright metal trim rings(require P03). Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 12 1977 CHEVY VAN SPECIAL OPTIONS General Service Typical factory-installed general service package includes: bin with open back, utility cabinet with shelves and dividers, bin with shelf, adjustable shelf unit, drawer units, utility cabinet and security screen. Electric and Gas Appiiance Service Package includes: stool, bins with open back, workbench,9-drawer units, adjustable shelf rack, cabinet with adjustable shelf, medium drawer units, bins with door and shelf, catalog file, welded shelf rack and security screen. Piumbing,Heating and Air-Conditioning Service This installation includes: catalog file, utility cabinets with shelves and dividers, utility cabinet with shelves and drawers, welded shelf unit, bin with open back, medium drawer units, adjustable shelf unit, 9-drawer unit and security screen. Refer to your 1977 Chevrolet Truck Data Book Special Equipment Section for additional factoryinstalled equipment for Chevy Vans. Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 13 1977 CHEVY VAN VOCATIONAL APPLICATIONS 1^3 Popular Vocational Applications Delivery Painters and Decorators Ambulance • Retail Parcel Delivery AppUance Installers Bakery Delivery • Wholesale Plumbers Diaper Service Public Utility Bus Electricians Rescue Truck Camper Conversions Service Utility Trailer Towing Cleaners Grocery Delivery Laundry Delivery Linen Supply Contractors Maintenance Vending Service Caterers • Utility TV Mobile Service Units Mini-Motor Home Conversions • Electrical Recreational Applications • Plumbing IS. Chevy Vdn/Sportvan—page 14 1977 CHEVY VAN/SPORTVAN INTERIOR VALUE FEATURES Attractive, Efficient instrument Panel • Functional design, attractive styling. • Incorporates all front air-conditioning outlets for efficient distribution of cool air. • Front air-conditioning evaporator-blower located on dash for unobstructed access to rear compartment. • Cockpit type instrument cluster. • Controls placed conveniently for driver. • All control functions identified. Forward Engine Location • Gives 142 inches —nearly 12 feet —ofclear load space between rear doors and back of engine (125" WB). • Maximum load length of almost 14 feet(125" WB). • Double-wall construction of engine housing, with added insulation in between, helps keep out sound and heat. Seating for Up to 12 Beauviile interior: • Standard high-back front bucket seats and conventional rear bench seat available in choice of Green or Mandarin Orange all-vinyl trim or Blue, Buckskin or Red cloth-and-vinyl trim. Cloth is luxurious plaid nylon. • Soft vinyl door and sidewall trim panels, colorcoordinated to seat trim colors, with simulated wood-grain trim, door-closing assist strap for sliding side door and stowage pockets on front doors. • Two-piece vinyl and foam headhner insulator. • Seating for 5 in Nomad. • On Series 20 and 30 Sportvans, a second rear bench seat can be ordered to carry 8. • On Series 30 Sportvans, a full-width third rear seat is available to raise seating capacity to 12. Quick-Release Feature Standard Sportvan interior: • Comes with two low-back front bucket seats and a full-width rear bench seat —allfoam padded. • Attractive grained vinyl upholstery in Blue, Green, Buckskin or Mandarin Orange. High-back front bucket seats with standard trim available. • All Sportvan and Nomad bench seats are secured to the floor by cam-type front latches and hooked rear retainers that fit onto anchor pins. When latches are released, the seat can be slid off"rear anchors,lifted and removed. Sportvan and Nomad convertfrom people- to cargo-carrying fast! Standard Chevy Van interior: • Comes with foam-padded driver's bucket seat; matching passenger seat available. Embossed plaid vinyl upholstery: Blue, Green, Buckskin or Mandarin Orange. • New Beauviile trim for Chevy Van front driver and passenger area available. Chevy Van/Sportvan—page 15 1977 CHEVY SPORTVAN AND NOMAD SEATING ARRANGEMENTS FOR STANDARD AND OPTIONAL SEATS i Standard 5 Passenger(Nomad) (All Sportvan models, 110" and 135" WB) Optional 8 Passenger(Sportvan only) (All G20-30,110" and 125" WB) Optional 12 Passenger(Series 30 only, on 125" WB) (Sportvan only) ■ ■ ft'VV .'W-fs icIil^Srt ' ANDARD 5 i>ASSFNGFR:i?S'WR OPTIONAL 1i PASSENGER'I7S Wi) m. Asi-rii;- p. Chevy Van/Sportvan—page 16 Quick-release bench seats • Cam-type front latches help convert Sportvan and Nomad from people- to cargo-carrying in a hurry. • When latches are released, seats can be slid off rear anchor pins, lifted and removed —just about as quick as that. • To reinstall, simply reverse the procedure. 1977 CHEVY VAN EXTERIOR COLORS AND INTERIOR TRIMS Pleose Note: Exterior and interior combinations shown in charts below are those recommended by Chevrolet; however, any exterior color combination may be ordered with any available interior color if the particular combination is desired by a customer. Fabric SEAT TRIM COLOR AND ORDERING CODE MODEL OPTION SEAT TRIM ACodc Standard Vinyl V Custom Vinyl W Custom Cloth G Bucket Seat Standcurd or Type Custom Z62 Caravan ZMl BLACK, MIDNIGHT Buckskin Mahogany Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost BLUE, LITE (Light) White, Frost BLUE, HAWAIIAN (Medium) Blue, Lite White, Frost BLUE, REDONDO (Dark) (M) Blue, Lite White, Frost BROWN, CORDOVA (Dark) (M) Blue Green Buckskin Mcmdarin Orange Red Low Back X VDD2 VGG2 VUU2 VRH2 High Back High Back X VDD4 VGG4 VUU4 VRR4 Swivel X X X X Swivel XMM4 XGG4 X X High Back ♦EXTERIOR COLORS Nomad BeauviUe ZM4 ZM8 X XUU6 X X CDD4 CUU4 CRR4 X X CDD6 CUU6 CRR6 Primary Secondary 86 86 86 65 RECOMMENDED INTERIOR TRIM COLORS X X X X X X X X 86 76 86 60 X X 86 12 X 20 20 X 20 12 X 23 23 X 23 20 X 23 12 X 84 84 X X 84 20 X X 84 12 X 81 81 X X Buckskin 81 65 X X Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost 81 60 X X 81 12 X X BUCKSKIN 65 65 X X Mahogany Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost GREEN, SEAMIST (Light) (M) Green, Holly White, Frost GREEN, HOLLY (Dark) 65 76 X 65 60 X X X 65 12 X X X 43 43 X X 43 46 X X 43 12 X X 46 46 X X X X X X X X X X Buckskin 46 65 X X Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost 46 60 X X X X MAHOGANY Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost RED, CARDINAL (Medium) Mahogany Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost RED, METALLIC (Dark) (M) Buckskin Mahogany Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost SILVER, SARATOGA (M) Green, Holly Mahogany White, Frost TAN, SANTA FE Buckskin Green, Holly Mahogany White, Frost WHITE, FROST Blue, Lite Buckskin Green, Holly Mahogany YELLOW, COLONIAL Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost X X 46 12 76 76 X X 76 60 X X 76 12 X X 70 70 X X 70 76 X X 70 60 X X 70 12 X X 71 71 X X 71 65 X X 71 76 X X 71 60 X X 71 12 X X 17 17 17 46 17 76 17 12 60 60 X X X X 60 65 X X X X 60 46 X X 60 76 60 12 12 12 X 12 20 X X X X X X X X X X X X 12 65 X 12 46 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 12 76 X 53 53 X 53 60 X 53 12 X X 4 Primary color shown in BOLDFACE TYPE; secondary colors shown in Lightface Type. (M): Metallic. A Seat Trim Codes: V—Plaid Pattern Vinyl; W—Buffalo Hide Vinyl; G Plaid Pattern Cloth Chevy Van/Sportvon—page 17 1977 SPORTVAN EXTERIOR COLORS AND INTERIOR TRIMS Please Note: Exterior and interior combinations shown in charts below are those recommended by Chevrolet; however, any exterior color combination may be ordered with any available interior color if the particular combination is desired by a customer. SEAT TRIM MODEL OPTION SEAT TRIM COLOR AND ORDERING CODE Standard Fobric ACode Standard Vinyl V Custom Vinyl W Custom Cloth G Bucket Seat or Type Custom Z62 Beauville E94 Blue Green Buckskin Low Back X VDD2 VGG2 VUU2 High Back High Back High Back X VDD4 VGG4 VUU4 X Swivel ♦EXTERIOR COLORS BLACK, MIDNIGHT Buckskin XGG4 VRR2 VRR4 XMM4 CDD4 CUU4 CRR4 CDD6 CUU6 CRR6 Primary Secondary 86 86 86 65 RECOMMENDED INTERIOR TRIM COLORS X 86 76 86 60 X 86 12 X 20 20 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 20 12 X 23 X 23 20 X 23 12 X 84 84 X X 84 20 X X 84 12 X X 81 81 X Buckskin 81 65 X X Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost 81 60 X X Blue, Lite White, Frost BLUE, REDONDO (Dark) (M) Blue, Lite White, Frost BROWN, CORDOVA (Dark) (M) X X 23 BLUE, HAWAIIAN (Medium) Red X Mahogany White, Frost Orange X Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost BLUE, LITE (Light) Mandarin X 81 12 X X BUCKSKIN 65 65 X X Mahogany Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost GREEN, SEAMIST (Light) (M) Green, Holly White, Frost GREEN, HOLLY (Dark) 65 76 X 65 60 X X X 65 12 X X X 43 43 X X 43 46 X X 43 12 X X 46 46 X X Buckskin 46 65 X X Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost 46 60 X X X X X 46 12 76 76 X X 76 60 X X 76 12 X X RED, CARDINAL (Medium) Mahogany 70 70 X X 70 76 X X Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost RED, METALLIC (Dark) (M) 70 60 X X 70 12 X X 71 71 X X 71 65 X X 71 76 X X 71 60 X X 71 12 X X 17 17 MAHOGANY Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost Buckskin Mahogany Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost SILVER, SARATOGA (M) Green, Holly Mahogany White, Frost TAN, SANTA FE 17 46 17 76 17 12 60 60 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Buckskin 60 65 X X Green, Holly 60 46 X X X X X X X X X X Mahogany White, Frost WHITE, FROST Blue, Lite 60 76 60 12 12 12 X 12 20 X X Buckskin 12 65 X Green, Holly Mahogany 12 46 X YELLOW, COLONIAL Tan, Santa Fe White, Frost X X X 12 76 X 53 X 53 60 X 53 12 X ♦ rnmary color shown in BOLDFACE TYPE/ secondary colors shown in Lightface Type. (M): Metallic. Chevy Von/Sportvan—page 18 X X 53 A Seat Trim Codes: V—Plaid Pattern Vinyl; W—Buffalo Hide Vinyl; G—Plaid Pattern Cloth X X . 1977 CHEVY VAN/SPORTVAN VALUE FEATURES iS!l Value Comes Standard,inside and Out • Contemporary styling for good looks and utility. • Forward engine location for added cargo space. • Front-opening hood for improved accessibility. • Front engine service —27 maintenance items accessible. Delco Freedom battery. Wide rear door opening, a full 54.4 inches —opens a full 180° for easy dock loading. Spacious cargo area. —Up to 296 cu. ft. ofload space(Chevy Van). —Almost 14 ft. maximum load length(Chevy Van). Engine housing cover has ashtray, handy storage bin and added heat insulation. • High-level air intake for heating /ventilation system. Large glass area for good visibility. • Instruments and controls grouped for driver Total of 4 color-keyed interior trims. Fifteen paint colors. Body and doors ELPO-primed to fight rust. Aluminum-coated exhaust system for added life. convenience. • Speedometer indicates kilometers per hour as well as miles per hour. • Interior decor styled for good looks. • Foot-operated parking brake for driver convenience. • Right side sliding side door for easy loading — requires only 4i/i inches of clearance. • Concealed front and side door steps for easy access to cargo or seating area. Wide tread for stabihty,improved handling. Fully independent coil-spring front suspension. —Minimizes road shock. —Helps protect cargo. —Smooths ride. Two-stage multi-leaf rear springs. —Easy ride when empty. —Firm support fully loaded. Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 19 1977 CHEVY VAN/SPORTVAN VALUE FEATURES 4 t* tf Front Hood Opening • Convenient access to 27 maintenance checks simply by raising hood. • Easy routine maintenance offluids, battery, master cylinder, etc. • Simplifies servicing of major engine components. • New hood support rod. mk Sliding Side Door • Easily opened with one hand from inside or out. • Requires only 4Vi inches ofclearance. • Glides on wear-resistant steel ball bearings which do not need lubrication. • Sliding door mechanism revised to improve latching and unlocking. All Bodies and Doors Electro-Coated Before Painting • Completely immersed in primer. • Electrically charged to draw emulsion into every corner and crevice. Sealers Help Keep Moisture From Critical Joints • Wheelhousings, rocker panels and front door step panels are sprayed with underbody protective coating. • Galvanized steel used for selected components to help combat corrosion. Chevy Van/Sportvan —page 20 New Engine • New 305 2-bbl V8 is standard in the GIG Chevy Van in both 110" and 125" wheelbases and GIO Sportvan with 110" wheelbase only. (350 2-bbl YS is no longer available.) 1977 CHEVY VAN VALUE FEATURES Chevy Van 110 Chevy Van 125 GIG G20 G30 GIG G2G G3G DIMENSIONS(inches) Wheelbase 110.0 125.0 Overall Length 177.0 201.0 Overall Width 79.5 79.5 Back of Seat to Rear Doors at Belt Back of Seat to Rear Doors at Floor 95.3 118.6 Back ofEngine Housing to Rear Doors at Floor Maximum Cargo Length at Floor Distance Between Wheelhousings 102.5 126.5 118.0 142.0 150.6 174.7 53.5 53.5 Maximum Inside Width at Floor Maximum Inside Width at Belt 69.0 69.0 71.9 71.9 Maximum Inside Height Rear Door Opening Width Rear Door Opening Height Side Door Opening Width Side Door Opening Height 53.8 53.8 54.4 54.4 48.8 48.8 44.2 44.2 49.2 49.2 Available window combinations•Include windows in the rear doors,sliding door,on right side : only or all around. 1 n o T7 CD CD . i Window in sliding door(one-piece fixed or two-piece swing-out) Windows all around /( f :1 -B □ 1 \\ □ '—K 0 Rear Windows (stationary or swing-out) Windows on right side only Chevy VSnn/Sportvan—page 21 1977 CHEVY VAN SPECIFICATIONS G20 G30 250 1-bbl L6 292 1-bbl L6 292 1-bbl L6 11', 124 sq. in. 11', 124 sq. in. 11', 124 sq. in. GIG Sevies Engine Bfuse Equip Clutch Oiled-paper Element Throwaway Type Single; Aluminized Air FUter OUFUter Exhaust Ssrstem Emission Control Meet Government Requirements Systems Independent; Coil Springs Suspension, Front Capocity Springs @ Ground Shock Absorbers 32001b. 1310 lb. ea. I'dia. 32001b. 39001b. 1600 lb. ea. 1700 lb. ea. 1' dia. 1' dia. Salisbury Axle; Hypoid Drive; Two-stage Multi-leaf Springs Suspension, Rear Axle Capacity 3100 lb. 3500 lb. 57001b. Axle Ratio 3.42 3.40 4.10 Springs @ Ground 1150 lb. ea. 17001b. ea. 2100 lb. ea. Shock Absorbers I'dia. 1' dia. I'dia. Hydraulic; Self-adjusting Brakes Front Rear Booster Disc; 11.86' Rotor Drum; 11' x 2' Parking. Disc; 12.5' Rotor Drum; 11.15'x 2.75' Dual Diaphragm Cable to Rear Wheels 12 Volt; Negative Ground Electrical Battery— Freedom Type Disc; 11.86'Rotor Drum; 11.15' x 2.75' Dual Diaphragm 3200 watts @ 0®F. 2500 watts @ 0°F. 37 amp. Delcotron Generator.. Integral Body-frame Frame Fuel Tank (nominal capacity)... 21 gal. Steering Gear Tsrpe Linkage Manual; Recirculating Ball Gear Parallelogram Fully Synchronized 3-Speed Steering Column Transmission Shift Location Tires-110' WB -12S' WB Wheels (5)E78-15B(4PR) (5)F78-15B(4PR) (4)178-15B(4PR) (4)178-15B(4PR) (4)8.00-16.5C(6PR) (4)8.00-16.5C(6PR) (5) Disc (5) Disc (5) Disc 15' X 6' 15' X 6' 16.5' X 6.75' Chevy Van/Sportvan—page 22 1977 CHEVY SPORTVAN SPECIFICATIONS Series Engine Base Equip Clutch GIO G20 250 1-bbl L6 292 1-bbl L6 292 1-bbl L6 11", 124 sq. in. 11", 124 sq. in. 11", 124 sq. in. Air FUter OU Filter G30 Oiled-paper Element Throwaway Tjrpe Single; Aluminized Exhaust Sjrstem Emission Control Ssrstems Meet Government Requirements Suspension, Front Capacity Springs @ Ground Shock Absorbers Independent; Coil Springs 3200 lb. 1600 lb. eo. l"dia. 3200 lb. 39001b. 1700 lb. ea. l"dia. 1600 lb. ea. 1" dia. Salisbury Axle; Hypoid Drive; Two-stage Multi-leaf Springs Suspension, Row Axle Capacity 3100 lb. 3500 lb. Axle Ratio 3.42 3.40 4.10 Springs @ Ground 1600 lb. ea. 1700 lb. ea. 2100 lb. ea. Shock Absorbers l"dia. 1" dia. 1" dia. Hydraulic; Self-adjusting Brakes Front Rear Booster Disc; 11.86" Rotor Drum; 11" x 2" Single Diaphragm Parking Disc; 11.86" Rotor Drum; 11.15" x 2.75" Disc; 12.5" Rotor Drum; 11.15" x 2.75" Dual Diaphragm Dual Diaphragm Cable to Rear Wheels Electrical Battery— Freedom Tsrpe 5700 lb. 12 Volt; Negative Ground 2500 watts @ 0°F. Delcotron Generator.. 3200 watts @ 0°F. 37 amp. Frame Integral Body-frame Fuel Tank (nominal capacity) 21 gal. Steering Gear Type Linkage Manual; Recirculating Ball Gear Parallelogram Fully Synchronized 3-Speed Steering Column Transmission Shift Location Tues-llO" WB —125" WB (5) F78-15B (4PR) (5) G78-15B (4PR) (4) J78-15B (4PR) (4) J78-15B (4PR) (4) 8.00-16.5C (6PR) Wheels (5) Disc (5) Disc (5) Disc 15" X 6" 15" X 6" 16.5" X 6.75" Chevy Van/Sportvan—page 23 1977 CHEVY VAN GVWR SELECTOR Minimum Equipment Required lor GVW Rating fGAWR (lbs) 6VW Tire Capacity(lbs ea) Rating (lbs) Chassis Equipment Rear Front Rear Front G10 SERIES 4800 2540 2300 1270 1270 (125" WB only) 2620 2300 1370 1370 S400 2740 2740 1370 1370 5600 2940 2940 1470 1470 HD Front Springs (F60); HD Rear Springs (G50); Power Brakes (J50) 1690 Standard (110" WB only) Standard 4900 G20 SERIES 6400 3380 3200 1690 fGAWR's shown are the maximum for each axle with equipment listed. Other G AWR's are available, and they are determined as the minimum capacity of either axle, springs or tires. FRONT AND REAR TIRE AVAILABILITY CHART G10 SERIES Spare tire to match either front or rear tires must be ordered FRONT Capacity (Ibsea) REAR Option Number Option Number Description Highway Capacity (Ibsea) Description Highway On-OfI Road 1270 E78-15B EV 1270 E78-15B EV — 1370 F78-15B FP 1370 F78-15B FP — 1370 F78-15B White Stripe FR 1370 F78.15B White Stripe FR — 1370 C78-15LTC CB 1370 C78-15LTC CB 1470 G78-15B GS 1470 G78.15B G8 GU 1470 G78-15B White Stripe GT 1470 G78-15B White Stripe GT — DR 1470 DR — 1470 GR78-15B Radial White Stripe GR78.15B Radial White Stripe — G20 SERIES Spare tire to match either front or rear tires is available at extra cost 1690 J78-15B JC 1690 J78-15B JC 1690 J78-15B White Stripe IB 1690 J78-15B White Stripe JB 1690 JR78-15B Radial White Stripe •JR78-15B Radial spare tire must be ordered. Chevy Von/Sportvan—page 24 EXa 1690 JR78-15B Radial White Stripe EXg JA — — 1977 CHEVY VAN GVWR SELECTOR Minimum Equipment Required lor GVW Rating fGAWR (lbs) 6VW Rating (lbs) Tire Capacity (lbs ea) Front Chassis Equipment Rear Front Rear G30 SERIES (110'' WB only) 6400 3400 3460 1730 1730 6900 3400 3980 1990 1990 7100 3400 4200 2350 2350 7700 3900 4700 2350 2350 HD Front Springs (F60); HD Rear Springs (G50); HD Power Brakes (J55) eSlOO 3900 5360 2680 2680 HD Front Springs (F60); HD Rear Springs (G50); HD Power Brakes (J55); Stabilizer Bar (F59) Standard G30 SERIES (125' WB only) 6600 3400 3460 1730 1730 7100 3400 3980 1990 1990 7400 3400 4200 2350 2350 7900 3900 4700 2350 2350 HD Front Springs (F60); HD Rear Springs (G50); HD Power Brakes (J55) e8400 3900 5360 2680 2680 HD Front Springs (F60); HD Rear Springs (G50); HD Power Brakes (J55); Stabilizer Bar (F59) Standard fGAWR's shown are the maximum for each axle with equipment listed. Other GAWR's are available, and they are determined as the minimum capacity of either axle, springs or tires. •V8 models only. FRONT AND REAR TIRE AVAILABILITY CHART G30 SERIES Spare tire to match either front or rear tires is available at extra cost FRONT Capacity (lbs ea) REAR Option Nrumber Option Number Description Highway Capacity (lbs ea) Description Highway On-OII Road 1730 8.00-16.5C SC 1730 8.00-16.5C SC — 1990 8.75-16.5C TC 1990 8.75-16.5C TC — 2350 8.75-16.5D TE 2350 8.75-16.5D TE 2350 8.75-16.5D White Stripe TM 2350 8.75-16.5D White Stripe TM 2680 8.75-16.5E TH 2680 8.75-16.5E TH TF — TJ Chevy Van/Sportvan—page 25 1977 CHEVY SPORTVAN GVWR SELECTOR Minimum Equipment Required for GVW Rating fGAWR (lbs) GVW Tire Capacity (lbs ea) Rating (lbs) Chassis Equipment Rear Front Rear Front G10 SERIES 5400 (110" WB only) 2740 2740 1370 1370 2940 2940 1470 1470 Standard 5600 620 SERIES Standard 1690 1690 3380 3200 6400 fGAWR's shown are the maximum for each axle with equipment listed. Other GAWR's are available, and they are determined as the minimum capacity of either axle, springs or tires. FRONT AND REAR TIRE AVAILABILITY CHART GIG SERIES Spore tire to match either front or rear tires must be ordered FRONT REAR Option Number Capacity (lbs ea) Description Highway Option Vlumber Capacity (lbs ea) Description Highway On-OfI Road 1370 F78-15B FP 1370 F78-15B FP — 1370 F78-15B White Stripe FR 1370 F78-15B White Stripe FR — 1470 G78-15B GS 1470 G78.15B GS 1470 G78-15B White Stripe GT 1470 G78-15B White Stripe GT 1470 GR78-15B Radial 1470 GR78-15B Radial White Stripe White Stripe DR DR GU — — G20 SERIES Spare tire to match either front or rear tires is available at extra cost 1690 J78-15B JC 1690 J78-15B IC 1690 J78-15B White Stripe IB 1690 J78-15B White Stripe IB 1690 JR78-15B Radial 1690 JR78-15B Radial White Stripe I JR78-15B Radial spare tire must be ordered. Chevy Van/Sportvan—page 26 EXg White Stripe EXa lA — — 1977 CHEVY SPORTVAN GVWR SELECTOR Minimum EquipmeiAt Required lor GVW Rating tGAWR (lbs) GVW Rating (lbs) Tire Capacity (lbs ea) Front Chassis Equipment Rear Front Rear G30 SERIES 6600 3400 3460 1730 7100 3400 3980 1990 1990 7400 3400 4200 2350 2350 7900 3900 4700 2350 2350 HD Front Springs (F60); HD Rear Springs (G50); HD Power Brakes (J55) e8400 3900 5360 2680 2680 HD Front Springs (F60); HD Rear Springs (G50); HD Power Brakes (J55); Stabilizer Bar (F59) 1730 Standard fOAWR s shown are the maximuni for each axle with equipment listed. Other GAWR's are available, and they are determined as the minimum capacity of either axle, springs or tires. •V8 models only. FRONT AND REAR TIRE AVAILABILITY CHART G30 SERIES Spare tire to match front or rear tires is available at extra cost FRONT Capacity (lbs ea) Description REAR Option Number Highway Option Nfumber Capacity (lbs ea) Description Highway 1730 8.00.16.5C SC 1730 8.00-16.5C SC 1990 8.75-16.5C TC 1990 8.75-16.5C TC 2350 8.75-16.5D TE 2350 8.75-16.5D TE 2350 8.75-16.5D White Stripe TM 2350 8.75-16.5D White Stripe TM 2680 8.75-16.5E TH 2680 8.75-16.5E TH On-OfI Road — — TF — TJ Chevy Van/Sportvan—page 27