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The 1968 model year Javelin was the first to offer AMC's optional "Go package". [9] The official name on the dealer vehicle order forms from AMC was "Performance Package", but it was described as a Go Package in the automaker's sales brochures and listed as such on the window stickers. [10]
In mid-1968, the new 390 cu in (6.4 L) engine was offered as part of the "Go-package" option with a floor-mounted automatic or manual four-speed transmission. "Its impressive 315 hp (235 kW; 319 PS) and 425 pound force-feet (576 N⋅m) of torque could send the Javelin from zero to 60 miles per hour (97 km/h) in the seven-second range."
1968 AMC AMX with Go-Pac 1968 AMC AMX with chrome wheels and red stripe tires standard with Go-Package The "AMX 390" engine. American Motors promoted the mid-model year launch of the AMX to automotive journalists at Daytona to emphasize its sports car performance, as well as with a marketing agreement with Playboy Enterprises. [31]
Javelin with "Go" package Ambassador hardtop wagon Rambler American convertible. American Motors models historically regarded by hobbyists as particularly "collectible" include the Javelin, AMX, and performance specials such as the 1957 Rambler Rebel, 1965–67 Marlin, 1969 Hurst SC/Rambler, 1970 Rebel Machine, and 1971 Hornet SC/360.
Jeep CJ; Jeep Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer; Kaiser Jeep was purchased by AMC in 1970. The Buick 350 cu in (5.7 L) V8, AMC 232 I6, and AMC 327, 360 V8 engines in the FSJ Wagoneer and trucks used a 'nailhead' pattern TH400—also known as a "unipattern," as it was used by many other manufacturers (including Rolls-Royce and Jaguar) with an adapter ring—from 1965 to 1972.
The "Machine" wheels were also optional on the 1970 AMX and Javelin models through the 1972 model year, as well as part of the "Go-Package" on 1971 and 1972 Javelin AMXs, after which a more conventional 15x7-inch slotted steel rally wheel replaced it. [83]
Oakmont's Travis Rusak broke a 43-year old school record in the javelin this spring, and he got to meet with the previous record holder, Oakmont Hall of Famer Charlie Smith
The Dana 20 is generally compatible with the "big hole" Dana 18. One exception is the version used with the THM400 in full-size Jeep trucks, which used a different spline number on the input gear. Applications: Jeep CJ; Jeep SJ; 1963-1979 Willys-Overland Jeepster; 1979 International Scout with 727TF AT uses the 23 spline 26 tooth gear.