1990 Camaro Specifications
1990 Camaro
Production: 12,743 V6, 22,243 V8, 34,986 total.
VIN Example: 1G1FP23EXLL100001 thru 1G1FP23EXLL134986
* Fifth digit is model level: P = Camaro (all models)
* Sixth digit is body style: 2 = Hatchback Coupe, 3 = Convertible.
* Eighth digit is engine code: F = 305ci V8 (LB9), E = 305ci V8 (LO3), T = 191ci V6 (LH0), 8 = 350ci V8 (B2L)
* Ninth digit is check digit and varies.
* Tenth digit is model year: L = 1990
* Eleventh digit is assembly plant code: L = Van Nuys
* Last six digits increased one for each car built.
Dimensions
| Length: 192.0 inches | Height: 50.4 inches | Width: 72.8 inches | Wheelbase: 101.0 inches |
1990 Power Teams
| RPO | Config | Bhp @ rpm | Torque @ rpm | Induction | C/R | CID/liters | Applications |
| LH0 | Ohv V6 | 140 @ 4400 | 180 @ 3600 | MFI | 8.5:1 | 191/3.1 | RS* |
| LO3 | Ohv V8 | 170 @ 4000 | 255 @ 2400 | TBI | 9.3:1 | 305/5.0 | RS, IZ* |
| LB9 | Ohv V8 | 210 @ 4400 | 285 @ 3200 | TPI | 9.3:1 | 305/5.0 | IZ (w/a/t) |
| LB9 | Ohv V8 | 230 @ 4400 | 300 @ 3200 | TPI | 9.3:1 | 305/5.0 | IZ (w/man trans) |
| L98 | Ohv V8 | 245 @ 4400 | 345 @ 3200 | TPI | 9.0:1 | 350/5.7 | IZ (auto only) |
* = base engine; TBI = throttle-body injection; TPI = tuned-port injection; MFI = multi-port fuel injection; RS = Rally Sport; IZ = IROC Z-28.
Engine Suffix Codes
| BLC: 305ci, mt | BLJ: 305ci, at | BSH: 191ci, mt |
| BLD: 305ci, at | BMK: 350ci, at | BTJ: 191ci, at |
| BLF: 305ci, mt | BPT: 191ci, mt,uu | |
| BLH: 305ci, mt | BRU: 191ci, at,uu |
Abbreviations: at = automatic transmission, ci = cubic inch, mt = manual transmission, uu = uncertain usage
Transmission Codes
| 5 Speed Manual – Warner Gear |
700-R4 Automatic |
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Rear Axle Codes
| 2PM | 3.23:1 Locking | 6HP | 2.73:1 | 8HF | 3.08:1 Locking |
| 2PN | 3.42:1 Locking | 6HT | 2.73:1 Locking | 8HJ | 3.23:1 |
| 6HB | 3.08:1 Locking | 6PM | 3.23:1 Locking | 8HK | 3.08:1 |
| 6HE | 2.73:1 | 6PN | 3.42:1 Locking | 8HL | 3.45:1 |
| 6HE | 3.42:1 | 8EV | 3.27:1 Locking | 8HP | 2.73:1 |
| 6HF | 3.08:1 Locking | 8EW | 3.45:1 Locking | 8HT | 2.73:1 Locking |
| 6HK | 3.08:1 | 8HB | 3.08:1 Locking | 9ET | 2.77:1 Locking |
| 6HL | 3.42:1 | 8HE | 2.73:1 Locking |
| RPO | Description | Qty | Retail ($) |
| 1FP87 | Camaro RS Coupe | 28,750 | 10,995.00 |
| 1FP87 | Camaro RS Convertible | 729 | 16,880.00 |
| 1FP87 | Camaro IROC-Z Coupe | 4,213 | 14,555.00 |
| 1FP87 | Camaro IROC-Z Convertible | 1,294 | 20,195.00 |
| 1LE | Special Performance Components Package | 62 | * |
| AG9 | Power Seat, driver side | 4,876 | * |
| AM9 | Seat Back, split folding rear | 20,840 | 50.00 |
| AU3 | Power Door Locks | 32,591 | 175.00 |
| A31 | Power Windows | 22,497 | * |
| A90 | Power Hatch Release | 23,410 | 50.00 |
| B2L | Engine, 350ci, 245hp V8 (IROC-Z coupe only) | 2,415 | 300.00 |
| B34 | Floor Mats, carpet insert, two front | 32,673 | * |
| B35 | Floor Mats, carpet insert, two rear | 32,673 | * |
| B84 | Moldings, body side | 32,856 | * |
| CC1 | Roof Panels, removable glass | 12,476 | 866.00 |
| C49 | Defogger, rear window | 19,436 | 160.00 |
| C60 | Air Conditioning | 34,247 | 805.00 |
| DC4 | Mirror with Dual Reading Lamps | 32,963 | * |
| DE1 | Louvers, rear window | 1,855 | 210.00 |
| DC7 | Mirrors, electric twin remote | 8,188 | 91.00 |
| DX3 | Decal and Stripe Delete (credit) | 359 | -60.00 |
| D42 | Cover, rear compartment cargo area | 20,626 | * |
| G80 | Rear Axle, limited slip | 5,507 | 100.00 |
| G92 | Rear Axle, performance (IROC-Z coupe only) | 2,710 | 466.00 |
| J65 | Brakes, power front disc and rear disc | 2,710 | 179.00 |
| KC4 | Cooler, engine oil (IROC-Z coupe only) | 2,710 | 110.00 |
| K05 | Heater, engine block | 828 | 20.00 |
| K34 | Speed Control, with resume | 32,579 | * |
| LB9 | Engine, 305ci, 210hp (no cost with IROC-Z) | 3,092 | 745.00 |
| LO3 | Engine, 305ci, 170hp (for RS Coupe) | 16,736 | 350.00 |
| MX0 | Transmission, automatic with overdrive | 31,630 | 515.00 |
| N96 | Aluminum Wheels, 16 inch | 4,004 | 520.00 |
| QLC | Tires, P245/50ZR16 blackwall | 4,004 | * |
| QPH | Tires, P215/65R15 all season blackwall | 29,479 | * |
| QYZ | Tires, P215/65R15 blackwall | 1,503 | * |
| UL5 | Radio, delete | 221 | -165.00 |
| UM6 | Radio, stereo, cassette, clock, seek/scan | 31,421 | * |
| UM7 | Radio, stereo, clock, seek/scan | 1,098 | * |
| UU8 | Radio, stereo, Delco Bose, clock, seek/scan | 994 | * |
| UX1 | Radio, stereo, cassette, clock, s/s, equalizer | 1,249 | * |
| U1C | Radio, compact disc system with clock | 3 | * |
| U75 | Power Antenna | 1,275 | 70.00 |
| YF5 | Emission Equipment, required for California | 6,345 | 100.00 |
| FCAB | RS Coupe Base Group | - | nc |
| FCA1 | RS Coupe Group 1 | - | 1,410.00 |
| FCA2 | RS Coupe Group 2 | - | 1,782.00 |
| CCAB | RS Convertible Base Group | - | nc |
| CCA1 | RS Convertible Group 1 | - | 1,040.00 |
| CCA2 | RS Convertible Group 2 | - | 1,640.00 |
| FZAB | IROC-Z Coupe Base Group | - | nc |
| FZA1 | IROC-Z Coupe Group 1 | - | 865.00 |
| FZA2 | IROC-Z Coupe Group 2 | - | 1,759.00 |
| FZA3 | IROC-Z Coupe Group 3 | - | 2,143.00 |
| CZAB | IROC-Z Convertible Base Group | - | nc |
| CZA1 | IROC-Z Convertible Group 1 | - | 865.00 |
| CZA2 | IROC-Z Convertible Group 2 | - | 1,640.00 |
| CZA3 | IROC-Z Convertible Group 3 | - | 2,001.00 |
1990 Exterior & Interior Colors
| Paint/WA Code | Exterior | Qty | Models | Interiors |
| 23 / 9184 | Medium Maui Blue | 2,539 | Rs-Rsc | Bk-G |
| 40 / 8554 | White | 6,878 | I-Ic-Rs-Rsc | Bk-Br-G-R |
| 41 / 8555 | Black | 5,125 | I-Ic-Rs-Rsc | BK-G-R |
| 75 / 9540 | Brilliant Red | 4,420 | I-Ic-Rs-Rsc | Bk-Br-G-R |
| 81 / 8774 | Bright Red | 8,168 | I-Ic-Rs-Rsc | Bk-Br-G-R |
| 87 / 9536 | Gunmetal (Med Gray) | 2,787 | Rs-Rsc | BK-G-R |
| 98 / 9591 | Bright Blue | 5,069 | I-Ic-Rs-Rsc | Bk-G |
Interior Codes: 19B = Bk-sc, 19C = Bk-cc, 66B = Br-sc, 66C = Br-cc, 662 = Br-le, 73B = R-sc, 73C = R-cc, 732 = R-le, 82B = G-sc, 82C = G-cc, 822 = G-le.
Abbreviations: Bk = Black, Br = Light Brown, cc = custom cloth, G = Gray, I = IROC Coupe, Ic = IROC Convertible, le = leather, R = Red, RS = RS Coupe, Rsc = RS Convertible, sc = standard cloth.
1990 IROC-Z Special Performance Package
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Engine: Base engine was LG4 305 w/ 4 barrel Quadrajet. Dual exhaust.
Transmission:
Clutch: 10.34 inches
Rear Axle: Positraction (G80) mandatory when equipped with 4 wheel disc brakes.
Brakes: J65 4 wheel disc brakes available.
Suspension: Stiffer bracing and bushing material than base camaro.
58/32 N/mm Front/Rear Spring Rate (SC = 58/18, F41 = 58/18)
31/21 mm Front/Rear Sway bar diameter (SC = 27/12, F41 = 29/12)
Steering: 7 ply-joint vs 4 ply in base camaro improves rag joint stiffness and offers better angular deflection. Recirculating-ball power steering with fast 12.7:1 ratio, plus limited boost to improve road feel.
Wheels & Tires: 5 spoke aluminum 15 x 7 inch. Goodyear P215/65R-15 white letter , steel belted radials.
Other options, equipment, facts: Modified McPhearson Strut, Special chassis bracing. Full Instrumentation. Special front fascia with integral airdam. Ground effects rockers.
Total Production:
Last updated: 8/12/1998
Author: MadMike Maciolek
Email: iracez28@alltel.net
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