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| 1972 Dodge Charger |
1972 Dodge Charger
Again in 1972, the Charger was considered an intermediate model. In 1971, all two-door Coronets became Chargers. It's the same for 1972— if you want a two-door Coronet, you buy the Charger. Charger coupes and two-door hardtops now span a 115-inch wheelbase, as against 118 for Coronet sedans and wagons. Sheet- metal differences distinguish the Charger and leave it looking quite a bit flashier and more sporting than the Coronet.
Dodge dropped the Super Bee and 500 models and a new Rallye model was added. The Charger SE was still the top Charger and the Rallye was the high performance model. You could still get the 440-cid "Six Pack" but only on the Rallye. The Rallye had all the standard Charger equipment plus front and rear sway bars, F70-14 white sidewall tires, special instrumentation, louvered taillights, and different exterior badging.
The Charger came with Chrysler's economical slant Six as basic standard equipment, however most were ordered with the two barrel 318-c.i.d. V8 which averaged between 14 and 17 mpg.
Factory Specifications & Production
| Model Number | Body/Style Number | Body Type & Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Total Production |
| Charger - Six-Cyl | |||||
| WL | 21 | 2 Dr Coupe | $2,652 | 3,245 lbs | Note 1 |
| WL | 23 | 2 Dr Hardtop | $2,913 | 3,260 lbs | Note 2 |
| Charger - V-8 | |||||
| WL | 21 | 2 Dr Coupe | $2,759 | 3,318 lbs | Note 1 |
| WL | 23 | 2 Dr Hardtop | $3,020 | 3,325 lbs | Note 2 |
| Charger SE | |||||
| WH | 23 | 2 Dr SE Hardtop | $3,249 | 3,325 lbs | 22,430 |
Notes:
- The combined production of Models WL21 was 7,803.
- The combined production of Models WL23 was 45,361.
- Additional Charger R/T Information: The "440 Six-Pak" was installed into 2 hardtops but more may exist.
Chassis Specifications
From 1966 to 1974, the Charger was based on the Chrysler B platform.
| Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Width | Front Tread | Rear Tread | Tires |
| Charger 6-Cyl/V-8 | 115 in | 205.4 in | 76.9 in | 59.7 in | 61.6 in | E78 x 14 |
| Charger Rallye | 115 in | 205.4 in | 76.9 in | 59.7 in | 61.6 in | 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 |
| 340-cid 4 BC V-8 | Power Steering |
| 400-cid 2 BC V-8 | Power Windows |
| 400-cid 4 BC V-8 | AM Radio |
| 440-cid 4 BC V-8 | Multiplex AM/FM Stereo |
| 440-cid "Six Pack" | Rear Speaker |
| 4-Speed Manual Transmission | Hood Tie Down Pins |
| TorqueFlite Transmission | Chrome Dual Exhaust Tips |
| Vinyl Bucket Seats | Body Side Tape Stripe |
| Air Conditioning | Rear Tape Stripe |
| Tinted Glass | Sill Moulding |
| Cigarette Lighter | "TUFF" Steering Wheel |
| Electric Clock | Full Vinyl Roof |
| Console | Canopy Vinyl Roof |
| Center Armrest & Cushion | Deluxe Wheel Covers |
| Rear Window Defogger | Wire Wheel Covers |
| Instrument Panel Mounted Hood Release | Rallye Wheels |
| Headlight "ON" Warning Buzzer | Road Wheels |
| Rim Blow Tilt Steering Wheel | White Sidewall Tires |
| Inside Day/Night Mirror | Raised White Letter Tires |
| Sun Roof | Track-Pac Package |
| Tachometer | Performance Axle Package |
| Upper Level Fresh Air Ventilation | Sure Grip Differential |
| Bumper Guards | Trailer Towing Package |
| Door Edge Protectors | Light Group |
| Variable Speed Windshield Wipers | E-Z Order Package |
| Undercoating & Hood Insulator Pad | Deluxe Package |
| Power Front Disc Brakes | Brougham Package |
Engine Options
Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl - Right front of block, below cylinder
head. Small-Block V-8 - Left front of block, below cylinder head. Big-Block
V-8 - Left rear of block, near oil pan flange.
| Letter Code | Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Carburetor |
| B | 6-198 | 100 | 160 | TorqueFlite, 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC |
| C | 6-225 | 110 | 185 | TorqueFlite, 3-Speed Manual | 1 BC | E | 6-Special Order | Not Available | Not Available | TorqueFlite, 3-Speed Manual | Not Available | G | 8-318 | 150 | 265 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
| H | 8-340 | 240 | 295 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
| K | 8-360 | 175 | 285 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
| M | 8-400 | 190 | 310 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 2 BC |
| P | 8-400 * | 255 | 340 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
| T | 8-440 | 225 | 345 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
| U | 8-440 * | 280 | 340 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 4 BC |
| V | 8-440 | 330 | 410 | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | 3 - 2 BC |
| Z | 8-Special Order | Not Available | Not Available | TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual | Not Available |
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 |
| 3515868 | TorqueFlite |
| 3515871 | TorqueFlite |
| 3515873 | TorqueFlite |
| 3681051 | TorqueFlite |
| 3681052 | TorqueFlite |
| 3681053 | TorqueFlite |
| 3681054 | TorqueFlite |
| 3681055 | TorqueFlite |
| 3681056 | TorqueFlite |
| 3681057 | TorqueFlite |
| 3681061 | TorqueFlite |
| 3681063 | 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 | 8-340 | 8-400 | 8-440 | ||||||
| Locking / Non-Locking | L | NL | L | NL | L | NL | L | NL | L | NL | |
| Ratio | 2.45 | x | |||||||||
| 2.71 | x | x | x | ||||||||
| 2.76 | x | x | x | x | |||||||
| 2.94 | x | x | x | ||||||||
| 3.21 | x | x | |||||||||
| 3.23 | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | |
| 3.54 | x | ||||||||||
| 3.55 | x | x | x | x | x | x | |||||
| 4.10 | x | ||||||||||
Interior and Exterior Paint Chips
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1972 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-B5 on a Dodge would indicate the roof or accent area is in White and the body is finished in Bright Blue Metallic.) Paint code plates are located in the engine compartment on the left wheel housing, the fender side shield, or the radiator yoke.
| Color Name / Code | Color Image | Color Name / Code | Color Image |
A4 - Light Gunmetal Metallic |
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T6 - Medium Tan Metallic |
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A9 - Dark Gray Metallic |
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T8 - Dark Tan Metallic |
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| B1 - Light Blue Lucite® Code - 5411L "Centari" Code - 5411A Dulux® Code - 5411D |
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V2 - Hemi Orange |
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| B3 - Super Blue Lucite® Code - 5351L "Centari" Code - 5351A Dulux® Code - 5351D |
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W1 - White Lucite® Code - 4996L "Centari" Code - 4996A Dulux® Code - 4996D |
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B5 - Bright Blue Metallic |
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X9 - Black Lucite® Code - 99L "Centari" Code - 99A Dulux® Code - 93-005 |
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B7 - Dark Blue Metallic |
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Y1 - Top Banana Lucite® Code - 5180L "Centari" Code - 5180A Dulux® Code - 5180D |
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| E5 - Bright Red Lucite® Code - 5092L "Centari" Code - 5092A Dulux® Code - 5092D |
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Y2 - Yellow Lucite® Code - 5410L "Centari" Code - 5410A Dulux® Code - 5410D |
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| F3 - Light Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 5254L "Centari" Code - 5254A Dulux® Code - 5254D |
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Y4 - Gold Lucite® Code - 5263L "Centari" Code - 5263A Dulux® Code - 5263D |
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| F7 - Dark Green Metallic Lucite® Code - 5255L "Centari" Code - 5255A Dulux® Code - 5255D |
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Y8 - Gold Metallic Lucite® Code - 5309LH "Centari" Code - 5309AM Dulux® Code - 5309DH |
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| L4 - Parchment Lucite® Code - 5415L "Centari" Code - 5415A Dulux® Code - 5415D |
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Y9 - Dark Gold Metallic Lucite® Code - 5266L "Centari" Code - 5266A Dulux® Code - 5266D |
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| Q5 - Turquoise Metallic Lucite® Code - 5268LH "Centari" Code - 5268A Dulux® Code - 5268D |
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Striping Colors
| Color Name | Code | Color Name |
| Light Bright Blue | 99L | Black |
| Light Bright Green | 4996L | White |
| Light Gold | ||
- 1972 Dodge Interior Paint Codes
| Color Name / Code | Color Image | Color Name / Code | Color Image |
| White Lucite® Code - 9845L (satin) |
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Dark Gold Metallic Lucite® Code - 9846LH (satin) Lucite® Code - 5255L (semi-gloss) |
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| Medium Tan Lucite® Code - 9937L (satin) Lucite® Code - 5421L (semi-gloss) |
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Dark Green Lucite® Code - 9934L (satin) |
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| Light Parchment Lucite® Code - 9935L (satin) |
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Bright Blue Metallic Lucite® Code - 9932L (satin) Lucite® Code - 5251L (semi-gloss) |
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| Dark Parchment Lucite® Code - 9936L (satin) |
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Dark Blue Lucite® Code - 9933L (satin) |
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| Light Gold Lucite® Code - 9847L (satin) Lucite® Code - 5263L (semi-gloss) |
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Black Lucite® Code - 9844 (satin) Lucite® Code - 99L (semi-gloss) |
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| Light Gold Metallic Lucite® Code - 9837L (satin) |
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Three-Tone Black & Gray = 389-2076 |
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