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| 1969 Dodge Charger Advertisement The Man's World of Super Cars. Past and Present. |
1969 Dodge Charger
First launched in 1966 the Dodge Charger was an instant hit. With the fastback fad of the mid 1960's the new Charger's were a streamlined Coronet with rich interior and plenty of power. From the get-go the Dodge Charger could be had with the all mighty 426 Hemi, and with the Muscle Car Market in full explosion Mopar fans rushed with enthusiasm to purchase the new Charger.
The 1969 Charger still used the same body as the previous year but the received a divided grille and new taillights. The base Chargers had the 225-cid slant-six and the 318-cid V-8 as standard engines. The Charger R/T had the 440-cid V-8 as it's standard engine. You could get a Charger SE which was a mix of sport and luxury that had all of the standard Charger features plus leather and vinyl bucket seats, simulated woodgrain steering wheel, deep-dish wheel covers, hood-mounted turn signal indicators, simulated woodgrain instrument panel, and the light group option. The Charger 500 was based on the standard Charger but differed in the flush-mounted grille, fixed headlights, and a flush-mounted rear window glass for lower wind resistance.
To compete in NASCAR and to comply with the newly set standards, Dodge produced a limited number of Charger 500s but soon they realized that they were not providing an advantage over Ford. As a solution, the Daytona Charger was introduced. With a unrmistakenable roof-high spoiler, elongated nose made of fiberglass, these cars could charge down the speedway at nearly 200 mph. The re-design paid off as Bobby Isaac won the Daytona 500 in February 1969. Approximately 1000 Dodge Daytona Charger's were produced and along with the 500 have become two of the most desirable of all Chargers.
Factory Specifications & Production
| Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
| Base Line - Six-Cyl | |||||
| XP | 29 | 2 Dr Hardtop | $3,020 | 3,103 lbs | Note 1 |
| Base Line - V-8 | |||||
| XP | 29 | 2 Dr Hardtop | $3,126 | 3,256 lbs | Note 1 |
| Charger R/T | |||||
| XS | 29 | 2 Dr Hardtop | $3,592 | 3,646 lbs | 20,057 |
| Charger SE / 500 | |||||
| XX | 29 | 2 Dr SE Hardtop | $3,860 | 3,671 lbs | 503 |
| XX | 29 | 2 Dr Hardtop | $3,860 | 3,671 lbs | 392 |
Notes:
- The combined production of Models XP29 was 69,142 . There was 462 with six-cylinder, and 68,647 with V-8.
- Additional Charger R/T Information: The "HEMI" engine was installed into 232 hardtops. The Charger Daytona had 70 hardtops with the "HEMI" and 52 Charger 500s had the "HEMI".
Chassis Specifications
From 1966 to 1974, the Charger was based on the Chrysler B platform.
| Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Width | Front Track | Rear Track | Tires |
| Charger 6-Cyl/V-8 | 117 in | 207.9 in | 77 in | Not Available | Not Available | 7.35 x 14 |
| Charger R/T | 117 in | 207.9 in | 77 in | Not Available | Not Available | F70 x 14 |
VIN Decoding
Serial Numbers were on the instrument panel, visible thru the windshield, and on the bottom line of a separate plate(fender tag) under the hood. |
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Options & Accessories
| Description | Description |
| 383-cid 2 BC V-8 | Sure Grip Differential |
| 383-cid 4 BC V-8 | Music Master AM Radio |
| 440-cid 4 BC V-8 | AM/FM Radio |
| 426-cid 4 BC V-8 "HEMI" | AM/FM Multiplex Stereo Radio |
| TorqueFlite Transmission | AM/8-Track Stereo |
| 4-Speed Manual Transmission | Automatic Speed Control |
| Air Conditioning | Sun Roof |
| Power Steering | Rallye Suspension |
| Power Brakes | Woodgrain Steering Wheels |
| Power Front Disc Brakes | Tilt Steering Wheels |
| Power Seats | Vinyl Roof |
| Power Windows | Chrome Stamped 14 in. Wheels |
| Electric Clock | White Sidewall Tires |
| Console |
Engine Options
The location of Engine Code on a 6-Cylinder - Right front of block, below cylinder head; Small Block V8 - Left fron of block, below cylinder head; Big-Block V8 - Left rear of block, near oil pan flange.
| Letter Code | Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Carburetor |
| A | 6-170 | 115 | 155 | TorqueFlite, 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
| B | 6-225 | 145 | 215 | TorqueFlite, 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
| C | 6-Special Order | Not Info Available at this time | Not Info Available at this time | TorqueFlite, 3-Speed Manual | Not Info Available at this time |
| D | 8-273 | 190 | 260 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
| F | 8-318 | 230 | 340 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
| G | 8-383 | 290 | 390 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
| H | 8-383 | 330 | 410 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
| H | 8-383* | 335 | 425 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
| J | 8-426 HEMI | 425 | 490 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
| K | 8-440 | 350 | 480 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
| L | 8-440* | 375 | 480 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
| M | 8-Special Order | Not Info Available at this time | Not Info Available at this time | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | Not Info Available at this time |
| P | 8-340 | 275 | 340 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
Available Transmissions
| Transmission | Location |
| TorqueFlite | Stamped on the transmission oil pan rail. |
| 3-Speed Manual | Not Available |
| 4-Speed Manual | Not Available |
| Identification Number | Transmission Type |
| 2892076 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892077 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892079 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892080 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892086 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892087 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892089 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892090 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892091 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892092 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892093 | TorqueFlite |
| 2892094 | TorqueFlite |
Axle Decoding
Location Of Axle Codes: A metal tag is bolted to the assembly, giving the axle ratio or tooth count (if tooth count - divide the larger number by the smaller number, this is the ratio.) Locking axles have a metal tag with the letter "S" on it.
Note: Since tags can easily be missing, the approximate ratio can be determined by marking both the a wheel and the driveshaft; turn the wheel one complete turn and the number of times the driveshaft rotates is the ratio. Locking axles can be identified by raising the complete axle assembly and turning one wheel; if the other wheel turns the the same direction it is a locking axle and if it turns the opposite direction it is a non-locking axle.
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| Engine | 6-225 | 8-318 | 8-383 | 8-426 | 8-440 | ||||||
| Locking / Non-Locking | L | NL | L | NL | L | NL | L | NL | L | NL | |
| Ratio | 2.71 | x | |||||||||
| 2.76 | x | x | x | ||||||||
| 2.93 | x | ||||||||||
| 2.94 | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | ||||
| 3.23 | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | |
| 3.54 | x | x | |||||||||
| 3.55 | x | x | x | x | x | ||||||
| 3.91 | x | x | |||||||||
| 4.10 | x | x | |||||||||
Interior and Exterior Paint Chips
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1969 Dodge Exterior Paint Codes.
The first Paint Code identifies the roof or accent color. The second Paint Code identifies the body color. (For example, the combination W1-B3 on a Dodge would indicate the roof or accent area is in White and the body is finished in Light Blue Metallic.) Paint code plates are located in the engine compartment on the left wheel housing or the left fender side shield.
| Color Name / Code | Color Image | Color Name / Code | Color Image |
A4 - Silver Metallic |
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Q5 - Bright Turquoise Metallic Lucite® Code - 4960L Dulux® Code - 4960D |
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| B3 - Light Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 4981L Dulux® Code - 4981D |
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R4 - Bright Red |
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B5 - Bright Blue Metallic |
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R6 - Red |
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B7 - Medium Blue Metallic |
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T3 - Light Bronze Metallic |
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| B9 - Dark Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 4983L Dulux® Code - 4983D |
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T5 - Copper Metallic |
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E7 - Cordovan Metallic |
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T7 - Dark Bronze Metallic |
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| F3 - Light Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 4986L Dulux® Code - 4986D |
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V2 - Hemi Orange |
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F5 - Medium Green Metallic |
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W1 - White Lucite® Code - 4996L Dulux® Code - 4996D |
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| F6 - Bright Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 5078LH Dulux® Code - 5078DH |
Lighter & Brighter than F8 |
X9 - Black Lucite® Code - 88L Dulux® Code - 93-005 |
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| F8 - Dark Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 4988L Dulux® Code - 4988D |
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Y2 - Yellow Lucite® Code - 4887L Dulux® Code - 4887D |
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| L1 - Beige Lucite® Code - 4998L Dulux® Code - 4998D |
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Y3 - Cream Lucite® Code - 4888L Dulux® Code - 4888D |
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| Q4 - Light Turquoise Metallic Lucite® Code - 4991L Dulux® Code - 4991D |
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Y6 - Gold Metallic Lucite® Code - 4997L Dulux® Code - 4997D |
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- 1969 Dodge Interior Paint Codes
1. Low Gloss Colors require 2 ounces of DuPont 4528S Flattening Compound to a pint of unreduced color.
2. Gloss Colors Usage - Windshield Mouldings, Backlite Mouldings, Roof Rails, Quarter Panel Upper Garnish Moulding, Quarter Garnish Extension & Lock Pillar Upper, "A & B" Pillars and "B" Pillar Cap, Door & Quarter Upper Inner Frame and Upper & Lower Garnish, and Miscellaneous Suburban Parts.
3. Low Gloss Colors Usage - Roof Rails, Backlite Mouldings, "C" Pillar Cover, Console, Manual Seat Adjuster, Windshield Garnish Mouldings, Convertible Top Mechanism, Miscellaneous Suburban Parts.
| Color Name / Code | Color Image | Color Name / Code | Color Image |
| GLOSS COLORS (note 2) | |||
| Dove White |
See Code W1 | Bayou Green Metallic (Medium) |
See Code F8 |
| Giallo Gold Metallic | See Code Y4 | Sierra Blue Metallic (Light) | See Code B3 |
| Saturn Beige | See Code L1 | Baltic Blue Metallic (Medium) | See Code B7 |
| Gold Tan Metallic (Light) | See Code T3 | Rally Red | See Code R6 |
| Tweak Tan Metallic (Dark) | See Code T7 | Jewel Black |
See Code X9 |
| Everglade Green Metallic (Light) |
See Code F3 | ||
| LOW GLOSS COLORS (note 3) | |||
| Dove White Lucite® Code - 9608L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Saber Silver Metallic Lucite® Code - 9641L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Ivory Lucite® Code - 9070L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Everglade Green Metallic (Light) Lucite® Code - 9646L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Amarillo Gold (Yellow) Lucite® Code - 9609L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Bayou Green Metallic (Medium) Lucite® Code - 9601L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Saturn Beige Lucite® Code - 9602L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Sierra Blue Metallic (Light) Lucite® Code - 9642L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Desert Tan (Light) Lucite® Code - 9605L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Baltic Blue Metallic (Medium) Lucite® Code - 9643LH |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Oasis Tan (Medium) Lucite® Code - 9606L |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Rally Red Lucite® Code - 9604LH |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
| Buckskin Tan (Dark) Lucite® Code - 9607LH |
Not Available / See Note 1 | Jewel Black Lucite® Code - 88L |
Not Available / See Note 1 |
