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Adjustable luggage carrier, illustrated,
is auailable as optional extra cost equip-
manl for all 196,5 Comcl slalion utaHons.

COMET 202 SEDAN UPHOLSTERY>

Seat cushion-The seat cushion has

a wide crinkle vinyl bolster at the

front and a plain Milieu Pleat Fabric
insert. Side bolsters and facings are

crinkle vinyl.

Seat back-The seat back has a
Twilled Vinyl bolster for the upper
area and Milieu Pleat Fabric for the
lower part. An extruded vinyl strap

separates the two areas. Side bolsters

are crinkle vinyl.

Door trim panels-The bonded vinyl

design has a two-tone scheme with a
vertical pleat center section. lntegral
garnish molding and scuff panel are
finished with low-luster enamel.

Comet 202 Cloth and Vinyl Upholstery (Bench Seats)-Sedans

Code lllodels Upper Seat-back Bolsters Cushion Bolsters, Seat lnserts
Side Bolsters & Facings
1t26ss Black Twilled Vinyl Black Milieu Pleat Fabric
1t1759sSS Blue Twilled Vinyl Black Crinkle Vinyl Blue Milieu Pleat Fabric
Palomino Twilled Vinyl Blue Crinkle Vinyl Palomino Milieu Pleat Fabric
Red Twilled Vinyl Palomino Crinkle Vinyl Red Milieu Pleat Fabric
Turquoise Twilled Vinyl Red Crinkle Vinyl Turquoise Milieu Pleat Fabric
Turquoise Crinkle Vinyl

Comet 202 All-Vinyl Upholstery (Bench Seats)-Station Wagons Seat lnserts

Gushion Bolsters, Black Arabesque Vinyl
Blue Arabesque Vinyl
Code Models Upper Seat-back Bolsters Side Bolsters & Facings Palomino Arabesque Vinyl
Red Arabesque Vinyl
96 SW Black Twilled Vinyl Black Crinkle Vinyl
92 SW Blue Twilled Vinyl Blue Crinkle Vinyl
99 SW Palomino Twilled Vinyl Palomino Crinkle Vinyl
95 SW Red Twilled Vinyl Red Crinkle Vinyl

Comet 202 Exterior Comet 202 lnterior Trim

r Comet script on hood. The wider selection of Comet 2O2 interiors for
. Comet letters on rear deck. 1965 includes five cloth and vinyl schemes
. Bright drip-rail molding. for sedans and four all-vinyl interiors for the
r 3 front fender ornaments. 4-door station wagon.

o 3-color series nameplate on rear quarter. Milieu Pleat Fabric-The weave of this new

. Bright windshield and rear window moldings. Comet fabric produces both a uniform ladder
pattern and ribs which give a pleated appear-
o Extruded aluminum horizontal texture front ance. Bright all-nylon and blended nylon-rayon
grille. yarns are used in the fabric. The pattern re-
peats at 17+" spacing to produce a narrow-pleat
Comet 202 lnterior design. A soil-resistant treatment is applied.

r Fully instrumented cluster with big-dial speed- Comet 202 Vinyls-Premium quality vinyls are
used with either metallic or non-metallic sur-
ometer.
faces. All Comet vinyls are laminations of
. 2-spoke 16" steering wheel, color-keyed.
heavy vinyl with knit cotton backing.
o Fully appointed with cigar lighter, front and
rear armrests, dual visors, rear ashtrays, Twilled Vinyl with a narrow rib pattern serves
dual coat hooks and front door-operated for seat-back bolsters for both the sedans and
station wagon.
dome lamp.
Crinkle Vinyl is used for seat cushion front
. Color-keyed vinyl-coated textured rubber
edge bolsters, side bolsters and facings for all
floor cover. models.

. White or pastel random sponge-pattern vinyl Arabesque Vinyl is used for seat inserts for the
all-vinyl Comet 202 station wagon interiors.
headlining.
All-Vinyl Comet 202 Station Wagon Trim-All-vinyl
r Milieu Pleat fabric and vinyl upholstery for
upholstery is standard for the Comet 202
sedans. All-vinyl for station wagons.
station wagon.
. Chrome-finish door lock knobs.
. Foam-padded front seat.

Package tray -The package tray behind the

rear seat for Comet closed cars is color-keyed
textured fiberboard.

1965 Mercury
Comet 404

Comet 404
2-door sedan

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Comet 404
4-door sedan

Comet 4O4 A-door
station wagon

Comet Villager 4-door -I
station wagon

AdiusLahle lu!\ea*e carrier, illustrated,
is auatlohle as op!ional exlra rosl equip'
ment f or all 1965 Comet station uagons.

COMET 404 BENCH SEATS

Cloth and Vinyl-The seat cushion

cover consists of two Tivoli Cloth seat

inserts sepalated by a wide vinyl

center panel. The seat-back has finely
styled individual driver and passenger
areas with foam-padded Cassino Web

Fabric upper bolsters. A 2" wide

horizontal vinyl filled strap joins the
biscuit-pleat bolsters and inserts.

All-Vinyl Bench Seats-Three
vinyls of premium-quality are used

in Comet 404 seats. Seat inserts are

of Parma Stitch Vinyl. Fine-cord

textured Vinyl Pique serves for upper

seat-back bolsters for all interiors

except Palomino where crinkle vinyl

is used. Crinkle vinyl is used for

center panels, side bolsters, facings.

COMET 404 BUCKET SEATS

0ptional bucket seats for the Comet
404 2-door sedan come in a palomino

all-vinyl interior. The seat inserts are
of Parma Stitch vinyl. Crinkle vinyl is
used for side bolster and the biscuit
pleats in the upper seat-back bolster

area.

Code Models Upper Seat-back Bolsters Center Panels, Seat lnserts-Cloth
Side Bolsters & Facings
36S Gray Cassino Web Fabric Black Tivoli Cloth
32S Blue Cassino Web Fabric Black Crinkle Vinyl Blue Tivoli Cloth
37S Turquoise Cassino Web Fabric Blue Crinkle Vinyl Turquoise Tivoli Cloth
39 S, SW Palomino Cassino Web Fabric Turquoise Crinkle Vinyl Palomino Tivoli Cloth
35S Red Cassino Web Fabric Palomino Crinkle Vinyl Red Tivoli Cloth
Red Crinkle Vinyl
Seat lnserts-Vinyl
Code Models Upper Seat-back Bolsters Center Panels,
Side Bolsters & Facings Black Parma Stitch Vinyl
SW26 S, Black Vinyl Pique Blue Parma Stitch Vinyl
SW22 S, Black Crinkle Vinyl Palomino Parma Stitch Vinyl
SW29 Blue Vinyl Pique Blue Crinkle Vinyl Red Parma Stitch Vinyl
SW25 S, Palomino Crinkle Vinyl Turquoise Parma Stitch Vinyl
Palomino Qrinkle Vinyl Red Crinkle Vinyl Palomino Parma Stitch Vinyl
Red Vinyl Pique Turquoise Crinkle Vinyl
SW27 Turquoise Vinyl Pique Palomino Crinkle Vinyl
S.49 (a) 2-dr.
Palomino Crinkle Vinyl

(a) Bucket-seat interior for Z-door sedan only

SERI ES DIFFERENTIALS_4.DOOR SEDANS Comet 404 Trim Materials

Comet 404 Over Comet 202 Tivoli Cloth-This material is a weave of bright
all-nylon yarn and a combination nylon-rayon
r Bright full-length body side molding. drip-rail yarn. The weave produces wide raised ribs in
. three different shades and high-sheen narrow
Bright window frames in place of ribs in a bold stripe pattern. TheT/ra" ribs appear
in a light, medium and dark shade sequence,
molding.
separated by 3/to" bright ribs. lt is piece-dyed
r Tivoli Cloth and vinyl or all-vinyl seat up- in five different colors, with a soil-resistant

holstery. application as the final treatment.

r Color-keyed deep loop carpet. Cassino Web Fabric Bolster-The upper seat-

o Glove box lock. back bolster used with the Tivoli Cloth is mono-

Door Trim Panels are two-tone bonded vinyl design with chromatic cloth with all-nylon face for high-
bright upper and lower moldings and bright moldings sur-
rounding the large center section. The center section is sheen surface. The pattern is a small zig-zag
marked with three groups of narrow vertical pleats. The
upper and lower areas have additional decoration in three weave.
horizontal simulated buttons.
Expanded vinyl, used in the Comet 404 ribbed
Carpet-Deep-loop carpet woven of nylon-rayon Parma Stitch upholstery, is identified by the
blend yarn..Carpet and underside insulation softer, leather-like feel and more luxurious
pad are pre-formed to floor contour. appearance. Expanded vinyl is made by foam-
ing the material with minute air bubbles. Like
Package tray-Color-keyed fiberboard. other vinyls, it has a woven cotton backing and
is finished with a vinyl-film surface layer.

1965 Mercury
Comet Caliente

Comet Caliente
4-door sedan

Comet Caliente
2-door hardtop

Comet Caliente
convertible

2-door Hardtop Headlining-Headlining for the car centerline. Both white and pastel color-keyed
headlinings are used for 1965 Caliente and Cyclone
Comet Caliente and Cyclone 2-door hardtop models
hardtops.
is vinyl-covered formed fiberboard with a random
sponge texture surface decorated with a debossed Vinyl-covered roof-Comet Caliente or Cyclone

line pattern. The 3-piece headlining is retained by two 2-door hardtops can be ordered with the optional
bright longitudinal bows extending from the wind- vinyl-covered roof with either black or white levant-
grain vinyl.
shield header to back window. These are installed 8"

inboard from the header corners and run parallel to the

COMET CALIENTE BENCH SEATS>

Cloth and Vinyl-The cushion cover
consists of a Mystique Fabric insert

sewn through a routed foam Pad and

with crinkle vinyl front and side

bolsters. Two vinyl extruded straps

are sewn into the left and right sections

of the insert. The seat-back repeats
the cushion design and utilizes Mys-

tique Fabric for the upper bolster area.

All-Vinyl-All-vinyl upholstery in the

same sew style as the cloth and vinyl

is installed in Caliente sedans, hard-
tops and convertibles. Seat inserts

and bolsters are new gabardine-

texture Oxford VinYl excePt White

and Palomino which are crinkle vinyl.

COMET CALIENTE BUCKET SEATS> Seat lnserts and Seat-back
Upper Eolsters-Cloth
All-Vinyl-Cushion cover consists ol

a 1-piece 0xford VinYl insert sewn

through a foam pad with square and
horizontal box sections. This design

is repeated for the seat-back. Al/a"

wide extruded strap marks the center

of the seat. A bright vertical button

is inserted in the upper seat-back area.

Code lllodels Sides, Edges, Facings

56 S, HT Black Crinkle Vinyl Black Mystique Fabric
Blue Crinkle Vinyl Blue Mystique Fabric
52 S, HT lvy Gold Crinkle Vinyl lvy Gold Mystique Fabric
Palomino Crinkle Vinyl Palomino Mystique Fabric
58 S, HT Red Crinkle Vinyl Red Mystique Fabric
Turquoise Crin kle Vinyl Turquoise Mystique Fabric
59 S, HT
Black Crinkle Vinyl Black Oxford Vinyl
Comet 55 S, HT Blue Crinkle Vinyl Blue 0xford Vinyl
lvy Gold Crinkle Vinyl lvy Gold 0xford Vinyl
Caliente 57 S, HT Palomino Crinkle Vinyl Palomino Crinkle Vinyl
66 S, HT, C Red Crinkle Vinyl Red Oxford Vinyl
Turquoise Crinkle Vinyl Turquoise 0xford Vinyl
Bench Seats 62 S, HT, C

68 S, HT, C

69 S, HT, C

65 S, HT, C

67 S, HT, C

Caliente 76 HT, C Black Crinkle Vinyl Black 0xford Vinyl
72 HT, C Blue Crinkle Vinyl Blue 0xford Vinyl
All-VinYl HT, C lvy Gold Crinkle Vin11l lvy Gold 0xford Vinyl
78 HT, C Palomino Crinkle VinYl Palomino Crinkle Vinyl
Bucket Seats 79 HT, C Red Crinkte VinYl Red Oxford Vinyl
HT, C Turquoise Crin kle VinYl Turquoise Oxford Vinyl
(a) With color coordinated in- 75 HT', C White Crinkle VinYl White Crinkle Vinyl

ieiior appointments in black, 7l
blue, ivy gold, palomino, led (a)

and turquoise.

Comet Caliente 0ver Comet 404 Comet Caliente Mystique Fabric-The high'sheen
of the nylon surface and random star pattern
o Bright drip'rail molding (in addition to bright
window frames). of this material give the Caliente box'pleat
upholstery a genuine luxury-car appearance.
r Bright wheel'cut and rocker panel moldings' Stars are formed by the lower-reflectance
r Bright door belt molding. nylon-rayon yarn which serves for the fill.
o Horizontal-texture lower back panel applique' Bright metallic yarn used in the fill provides a
o Padded instrument panel. o Luxury armrests'
subrtle texture for the high-sheen surface and
o Walnut-tone steering wheel and instrument also bright highlights in the stars. Silver metallic
panel appliques. yarn is used with all six colors.
r Bright regulator, gear shift and turn signal
knobs. Door trim panels-Comet Caliente door trim
panels have a large bonded vinyl biscuit pat'
o Bright hardware for rear view mirror, visors.
tern center section surrounded by bright
r Pleated Mystique Cloth and vinyl or all-vinyl
seat upholsterY. metallic moldings. The forward section is a
. richly colored walnut-tone insert surrounded
. Unique door trim Panels'
Door-mounted safety-courtesy lights' by a bright die-cast molding. A bright "C"
r Special luxurY-car insulation' ornament is applied. The soft vinyl'covered
r Thicker contour'formed foam-padded bench
seats 17a" thick, front; 1" foam-padded rear. armrest is oblong shape. The safety-courtesy
light assembly is in a bright die-cast housing
below the armrest.

1965 Mercury Comet
Cyclone 2-door Hardtop

Cyclone 2-door Hardtop-Standard Equipment

. Unique front grille frame.
. Unique full wheel covers (exclusive for Cyclone).
. Bright drip-rail molding.
o Uniq.ue bright wheel-cut and lower body
moldings.
.
. Lower back panel appliques.
.
Cyclone nameplate on lower back panel.
All-foam bucket seats with narrow horizontal
pleat vinyl upholstery.
. Unique door trim panels with pleated vinyl,
Comet Cyclone Performance Handling Package bright uppe_r and ldwer moldings, black viriyi
insert and Cyclone nameplate.-
Special high-performance handling components are avail- . Luxury armrests.
.
able in an optional extra-cost handling package for lg65 . Tachometer.
.
Comet Cyclone 2-door hardtops. The package includes: . Padded instrument panel. . Console.

.Steering Gear: Black vinyl instrument panel applique.
More responsive 16:1 ratio manual steering gear. (With Walnut-tone 3-spoke sports-type steering
3.6 turns of steering wheel from stop to stop, compared wheel.
to 4.6 turns for standard manual steering linkage.) . grigh! hardware 'for rear view mirror and
sun vrsors.
Front Suspension: r Bright regulators, gear shift and turn signal
knobs.
. Higher-rate coil springs. . Comet Cyclone Super 289 V-8 engine. (4-V
. Modified shock absorber valving calibrated for h igher carb uretor.)
. rate front springs. . Color-keyed deep-loop carpet.
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lncreased diameter front stabilizer bar for greater including bright rocker
pipe cap, radiator cap,
stiffn ess. air cleaner cover, and oil dip stick end.

Rear Suspension:

r Higher-rate rear springs.

o Modified shock absorber valving calibrated for higher-

rate springs.

COMET CYCLONE BUCKET SEATS Code Models Eolsters, Edges and Facings Seat lnserts

The combination of contoured all-foam 86 HT Black Crinkle Vinyl Black Crinkle Vinyl
seat construction and cushion contour Palomino Crinkle Vinyl Palomino Crinkle Vinyl
(laminated fiber and foam) padding in 89 HT Red Crinkle-Grain Vinyl Red Crinkle Vinyl
the parallel-pleat upholstery give the 85 HT White Crinkle Vinyl White Crinkle Vinyl
(a) HT
Comet Cyclone the most luxurious seats
in its class. (a) Color-coordinated appointments in black, palomino or red.

Cyclone all-vinyl upholstery is offered in

monochromatic or white schemes with

color-coordinated interior appointments.
This is real sew-through upholstery with
the padding sewn in every pleat.

The 1" parallel pleat seat inserts extend
over the top of the seat back. A bright tie
ornament is the only decoration.

Door trim panels carry out the narrow

pleat design with full-length bonded vinyl
pleats for the entire center area. A black
vinyl insert extends full length above the
pleated section. Narrow bright retainer
moldings mark the trim panel upper and
lower trim panel edges. A brrght and black
Cyclone plaque and checkered flag is on
the garnish molding.

lnsfument Panel Comet 202 & 104 Comet Galiente Comet Cyclonc
Comparison
Full-width bright-finish Ful l-width walnut-toned Full-width black textured vinyl
Styling applique and black enamel applique and satin-silver applique and satin-silver
area surrounded by bright metallic applique surrounded metall ic applique surrounded
Upper panel finish molding. by bright molding. by bright molding.

Low-gloss enamel. Padded panel with low- Padded panel with low-
reflectance hair-cell texture reflectance hair-cell texture
Steering Wheel 2-spoke 16" steering wheel, vinyl cover. vinyl cover.
color-keyed with bright
2-spoke 16" walnut-tone 3-spoke sports-type 16"
horn bars. steering wheel with bright walnut-tone steering wheel.
horn bars. Bright horn bars.
lnstrument panel knobs Bright metal die castings.
Black molded plastic Bright metal die castings. Bright metal die castings.
Shift and turn signal
lever knobs Bright metal die castings. Bright metal die castings.

Glove box lock Not available-202, Standard Standard
Standard-404.

1965 Comet lnstrument Panels OTHER INTERIOR FEATURES

The new 1965 Comet instrument panel design Dual sun visors are standard equipment for all
features a 5-dial instrument cluster with a large 1965 Comets. Colors match headlinings. Clips
easy-to-read circular speedometer.
at center of windshield header support sun
Full instrumentation-Four large circular gauges
visor inner ends.

a-ftuuerel -leavreel, oil pressure, amperes and temper- Padded sun visors, made with material similar to
padded instrument panel, are standard for the
mounted directly in front of the Caliente convertible, and optional at extra cost

driver, two on each side of the big-dial 120-mph for other models.
speedometer. The f uel, oil pressure and coolant
gauges are electrical types which
temperature Padded instrument panel for 1965 Comets has
require only a wire from the sender to the
low-reflectance hair-cell vinyl cover. Padded
gauge.
panel is standard for Caliente and Cyclone
Gonvenient controls-lgnition-starter switch loca-
tion at right of steering column affords extra models and optional at extra cost for Comet 202
convenience. Left of steering column on instru- and 4O4 models.
ment panel lower edge is the remote control
for left air vent-a push-pull knob. Easy-working Windshield-mounted mirror is sta ndard for Caliente
heater-defroster controls are on lower panel at
right of steering column' convertible and hardtop models and Cyclone
hardtop. The short bracket reduces vibrations,
Unified design-All elements of the instrument
panel and cluster appear as integral, built-in and places mirror in excellent location for
components. The instrument panel sheetmetal
is a welded-in part of the body structure extend- visibility.'
ing full width between the windshield pillars.
Safety-courtesy lights for Caliente Series, oper'
Defroster discharge registers and radio speaker
grille are integral in the upper panel. Enameled ated by front door pillar switches, show red and
iurfaces have low-gloss f inish to reduce reflec- white cones of light when door is opened.
tions.
Chrome-finish windshield pillar and upper wind-
Glove compartment, at right, is extra wide for shield garnish moldings are installed for Comet
Caliente convertible and 2-door hardtop models
conve'nience a nd utilitY. and Cyclone hardtoP.

Eye-ease instrument lighting-Comet's instru m ent Comet cowl trim panels are easy-to-clean molded
plastic in colors harmonizing with the interior.
ciuster is illuminated by soft green lighting The thick, durable plastic panels are moisture-
that's easy on the eyes' lntensity of light for proof, scuff-proof and color-fast.

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1965 Mercury comet Body color and uphotstery combinations

SOLID EXTERIOR COLORS

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(a) Two-tone paint optional at extra cost, not available on convertibles or Villager station wagons. (b) Available only in bucket

seats, without console, at extra cost for Comet 404 2-door sedans. (c) Bucket seats with console standard on Comet Cyclone
2-door hardtop. (d) lnterior appointments color coordinated. (e) Bucket seats with console optional at extra cost on Comet

Caliente 2-door hardtops and convertibles. * Also available O Reversible

. Recommended

1965 Mercury Comet Body Color and Upholstery Combinations

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1965 MERCURY COMET OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

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Gyclone
202 Ulllagtr

Axle, Power Transfer Rear X XX XXXX
NA NA SNTAD NNAA NNAA
Bucket Seats (Vinyl Trim)-with Console NA X(b) X(a) XXXX NA
X XX NA NA
Courtesy Light Group (c) -without Console X
Emission System, Closed or Open (d) STD XX XXXX
STD STD STD STD STD STD
Heater and Defroster (Delete Option) XX
XX SXxT((Dfe) ) STD XXXXXX
Padded lnstrument Panel XX NXXXAXXXSXNTANDA
Padded Sun Visors NXAX NA NAX x
Paint, Two-Tone NA NA x
Performance Handling Package (g)
Power Booster Fan (h) XX NA
Power Rear Window
NA NA
STD
Safety Seat Belts, Front (Delete Option) XX STD STD SXTXDXXSTD STD STD
Tinted Glass, Full X
Tinted Windshield XX X XXXX
Trim, Deluxe All-Vinyl NA SXXTX(DDXXSNTAD SNTAD
Vinyl-Covered Roof NXAX NEC NEC STD
Windshield Wiper (l nterval Selector) and Washer NA X(D NA
X

(a) Available 2-door hardtops and convertibles only. (f) Not available on convertibles.
(b) Available 2-door sedans only.
(g) lncludes.modified shock absorbers, higher rate springs,
(c) lncludes two instrument panel lights, glove box light, ash increased diameter sway bar, and a maiual steering gear
tray light, luggage compartment light (cargo light on with a lower numerical ratio.
wagon) and rear door jamb switches for 4-door models.
(h) Available with. 8-cylinder.engines only; mandatory
(d) Mandatory where legal requirements dictate;
NA-AIl others. equipment on air conditioned 8-cylinder mbdels.

(e) Standard on convertibles. (i) Available 2-door hardtops only in either Elack or White.

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Air Conditioner (a)
Back-Up Lights XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Battery, Heavy Duty XxxXNXAXNNAA(Nb)AXNXAX
Curb Molding XXXXXXX
Deck Lid Release, Remote Control
Elapsed Time Clock XXXXXXX
NANANANAXXX
Emergency Flasher XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Luggage Carrier, Roof XXXXXXX
Mats, Rubber Twin Front only
Mats, Rubber Twin Front & Twin Rear XXXXXXX
Mirror, lnside, Non-Glare
Mirror, 0utside, Remote Control XxxXxXxX(XdX)Xxxx

Power Brakes (c) XXXX(d)XXX
Power Steering XX
Radio, AM, Push-Button XX XX XXX
Radio, AM/FM, Push- Button XX XXX STD XXX
STD XXX
Safety Seat Belts, Retractable XX STD sTXxxD(X(hh))NsATx(Db) SXTXDX STD STD
Tachometer XXX
Rally- Pac (e) XX XXX
Tires (f):6.95 x 14 XX

7.35 x l4(g)
Wheel Covers, Deluxe
Wheel Covers, Wire

(a) Not available with 4-speed manual transmission; power of front speaker for Comet Cyclone 2-door hardtop and
booster fan required on 8-cylinder models with air other models equipped with optional Rally-Pac clirster.

conditioner. (e) lncludes tachometer, elapsed-time clock and vacuum

(b) Unique deluxe wheel covers and unique curb moldings gauge.

standard on Comet Cyclone. (f) White sidewall tire option available for all tire sizes.

(c) Available only with Multi-Drive Merc-0-Matic. (e) 7.35 x 14 tires not available on 6-cylinder models.
(h) 7.35 x l4 standard on V-8 convertibles with air conditioner.
(d) Rear seat speaker installed with optional radios in place

X-Extra Cost option. STD-Standard equipment. NA-Not Available. NEC-Available at No Extra Cost.

1965 Mercury Comet Specifications

202 202 Caliente Galiente 202
2-Door 4-Door 2-Door Station
Sedan Sedan Hardtop Convertible
Wagon
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Wheelbase. tl40 55.6u tL4' 109.5'
55.6', 56.00
Tread-front (a)... 55.6', 56.o', 55.6' 55.60
195,3/ 195.3' 56.O'
-rear.. 56.O' 55.2' 56.00
195.3' 72.9' 53.50 l9 I .80
Overall length. 3074 195.30
13.5 72.9' 55.20
Overall height-design...... 55.2', 3134 54.r' 7t.60

Overallwidth. 72.90 15.3 72.90 3234

Curb weight (V-8 auto.) (lb.).... 3034 331 I

Usable luggage capacity-AMA (cu. ft.) 13.5 LO.7

(a) Front wheel tread 55.0 for 6-cylinder models.

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS* 38.4' 38.4', 36.80 38.10 38.3' ,
41.8'
Front Compartment 41.8', 41.8n 4r.8' 4L.80 1
57.\n 57.t' 57.Io
Head room (eff.).. 55.40 57.L' 57.L', 55.40 t
Leg room (eff.).. 55.40 55.4' I
Hip room. 55.4u
Shoulder room.. 3

Rear Compartment 36.90 36.9' 35.9' 37.4' 36.8'
35.5u 35.5' 29.8'
Head room (eff.).. 56.6' 56.5' 32-3il 35.50
Leg room (eff.)... 56.6',
55.0' 55.0' 54.\n 45.Ou 56.50
Hip room...
45.6' 54.9'
Shoulder room.

ENTRANCE ROOM* 30.1' 30. l' 28.7' 28.7u 30.o'
11.9' 1 1.9' 1 1.9'
Front entrance height. 11.9' 1 1.9'
Front foot clearance. 10.9' 10.9' 28.30
29.4', 10.9n 9.o',
Rear entrance height.
LO.7'
Rear foot clearance.

lubricants.The curb weights listed above are for vehicles equipped with the Comet Cyclone 289 V-8 engine, Multi-Drive Merc-O-Matictransmission
and heater dJfroster, and filled with gas, oil, coolant and 'Front seat in rear'most position.

Comet Glass Areas 2-Door 4-Door 2-Door Caliente 4-Door
Square lnches Sedans Sedans Hardtop
Convertible Station Wagon
Side windows........ 1088 954 T23L
Windshield. 1301 1066 1 186 24r7
1301 1072 1066
Rear Window 905 905 3369 1300
Total glass. 3294 a70 608
3160 52.9" 4325
Windshield slope from vertical.. 5r.7" 3I22
51.7" 5r.7"
52.9"

Ca rgo Compartment-Station Wagon
ft.).....Cargo volume index(cu.
' '..... '..77.9 Curb Weights-1965 Mercury Comet Vehicles

tailgate)Max. load floor length (open . . . . . .104.8' Pounds-with 3-speed Comet Comet
manual transmission CYclonc
Load floor length (closed tailgate). .... . .. ..85.6" 200 "6" 289 V-8
Max. rear opening width (floor).
' . .45.5' Comet 202 2-door Sedan 2725 3014
Comet 202 4-door Sedan 3054
Min. floor width (between wheelhouses). . . .42.0' Comet 202 4-dr. Wagon 2925 32t4
Rear opening height.. Comet 404 2-door Sedan 2735 3024
-....26.6' Comet 404 4-door Sedan 2770 3059
Comet 404 4-dr. Wagon 2930 3219
Optional Equipment Weights 6lb. Comet Villager Wagon 3219
Comet Cyclone SuPer 289 V-8 (4V) Comet Caliente 4-dr. Sedan 2800 3089
20 tb. Comet Caliente 2-dr. HT 2825
over 289 V-8 (2V). 22\b. 3l l4
Multi.Drive Merc-0-Matic.
4-speed manual trans. (V-8 onlY). 981b. Comet Cal iente Convertible 3010 3291
Air conditioning 28 lb.
Comet Cyclone 2-dr. HT 3145
Power Steering. 8 lb.
oRevised 10-15-64 Supersedes previous
PowerBrakes........ 7 tb.
AM Radio and antenna
Heavy duty batterY... ll lb.

Station Wagon luggage carrier 15 lb.

Mercury Comet Glass lnterval Selector Windshield Wipers

Gomet's safety glass windshield is laminated The lnterval Selector Windshield Wipers, optional at
extra cost with washer for all 1965 Comets, are an
safety glass made with two layers of polished plate
glass and a plastic inner layer. exclusive "first" which competitors won't have until

Comet's side windows are tempered (solid) glass next year, or later.
The coaxial switch for the wipers, which utilize electro-
made with a scientific case-hardening process.
tpenreufomrattiicmcinogntrionlt,ehramsitatednwtewll iapdejur sotmpeernattioatnthaendcen3--
Scientific heat treatment produces glass that resists position outer control as the selection switch. The
three positions are "off", "constant" and "intermit.
inlpact, and, il broken, breaks into small chunks tent", the latter providing the selective period of dwell

or powder. Comet's rear windows for both sedans between wipers. Here's how the wipers operate:
and station wagons are tempered (solid) glass. In heauy rains, the wiper will maintain constant high-
speed action of 140 wipes per minute.
Tinted glass, a factory-installed optlon, is avail-
able for windshield alone, or for windshield and all
windows. Tinted glass deflects and filters out
bright glare for safer, more comfortable driving.

I Non-clogging windshield washer nozzles-The For all but heauy rains,Ihe wiper can be adjusted so as
t optional 1965 Comet windshield washer has to provide a "pause" or "dwell" between each wiping
newly developed anti-clog nozzles. These nozzles
I have rubber tips which stretch, opening up the cycle of 2 strokes, The pause is adjustable by the
spray hole to permit obstructions to escape. driver at from two to more than 10 seconds so that
the frequency of wiping may be made to match the
Electric-powered windshield wipers with 15-
precipitation, car speed and traff ic conditions.

inch long blades are standard for all 1965 Comets. For passing, temporary continuous high-speed oper-
ation is automatically provided during acceleration, as
The tandem-action wipers clear a wide span across the manifold vacuum drops. When the car is no longer
the windshield. The electric wiper motor does not accelerating and manifold pressure stabilizes, the
slow down on hills or during acceleration. wiper motor is automatically returned to the pre-set
intermittent operation.
.. .,.

CFloomckeetdwrinudbobwesr,ruinncslu-Adilnl g1t9h6e5li'J.vr-i

station wagon back window. Customer Benefits:
have low-friction double-lip
't r lmproved vision. Under conditions of light precipitation or road
glass runs. The double-lip seals
thepress against both sides of '1 spray the timed wiping action prevents distracting streaking.

glass foi effective air and water ji o Running time for electric motor is reduced as much as 83ft under
some conditions, tending to greatly extend the service life of the
sealing. The low-friction dacron l:
entire system including the blades.
flocking reduces the effort neces-
. Greater driving comfort through relief from sound and constant
sary to raise or lower the win-

dow.

wiper motion.

1965 Mercury Comet Radios Comet AM Radio

Restyling for the face and controls together with the
recessed mounting in the instrument panel produce
new appearance for the 1965 Comet AM radio.

Exterior changes include the new dial face and sub-dial
assembly with Comet letters, new knobs and tone
discs, and modif ied bright push-buttons.

Above-Comet AM-FM radio The AM radio, covering the 55O to 160O kilocycle band,
is an all-transistor receiver with printed circuits with
Rear Seat Speakers

Both the conventional and reverberator-type rear- plug-in leads, and has f ive transistors and two diodes.

I seat speakers are available for 1965 Comets.

Conuentional-Speaker is installed at center of Comet AM-FM Radio

I package tray for all sedans and hardtops and in a Comet's AM-[M push-button radio is restyled for 1965
quarter panel for station wagons. Not available for
d

convertible. Dealer installed. with a new dial face and sub-dial assembly, new slide-

Studio Sonic speak.er wilh momentary time bar band selector with Comet letters and revised AM
push-buttons and shafts. Frequency numerals are
delay which produces concert-hall tonal quality is debossed on the rear surface of the lens for improved
available for all sedans and hardtops. The rever-
berator unit mounted in the trunk is connected to visibility. New styling treatment and the recessed
both the front and rear speakers. Dealer installed.
mounting in the 1965 instrument panels give the AM-
FM radio completely changed appearance.

Constant-Capacity Antenna The receiver incorporates the latest advances in radio
engineering for miniaturization, reliability and f idelity.
Comet radios for 1965 have constant-capacity All circuits are printed.
The AM-FM radio incorporates a combination receiver
antennas. The constant-capacity feature el iminates
the need for trimming the antenna after installation for tuning in stations on the usual 550 to 16OO kilo-
on th'e car. cyle AM band plus the 88 to 108 megacyle FM band.
Operator has choice of push-button tuning with the
The antenna extends trom.22" to 56". Optimum three FM buttons and two AM buttons or manual
AM performance is obtained with the antenna at
maximum length. tuning. The combination faceplate has the AM band at
the top of the horizontal dial and the FM band at the
l"Optimum FM performance is obta ined at 33" length bottom. Circuits include 10 transistors and 7 diodes.
-mwiniimthumt.he antenna extended I above the

1965 Mercury Comet Engines

Engines and transmissions Gom..e6trt2fi) CycloneComet Gomet Cyclone Comet Cyclong
other than standard V-8289 Super 289 V-8 (a) H igh- Performance

are optional at extra cost 289 V-8 (b)

Displacement 200 cu. in. 289 cu. in. 289 cu. in. 289 cu. in.
Bore and stroke (in.) 3.68 x 3.13 4.00 x 2.87 4.00 x 2.87 4.00 x 2.87
Adv. hp @ rpm 225 @ 4800 271 @ 6000
Adv. lb-ft. @ rpm t20 @ 4400 200 @ 4400 30s @ 3200 312 @ 3400
Carburetor 282 @ 2400
Compression ratio 190 (O 2400 4-bbl. 4-bbt.
1-bbt. 2-bbt. 10.0 to I
Fuel Premium 10.0 to I
9.2 to I 9.3 to I
Exhaust aulic Super Prem.
Regular Regular
Valve lifters Single Single Regular Mechanical
Alternator Hydraulic Hyd ra u lic production 42-amp.
Availability 38-amp. Special
38-amp. 0rder
Regular Regular
prod uction production

Transmissions o a
3-speed manual o
4-speed manual o (b)
Multi- Drive Merc-0-Matic

(a) Comet Cyclone Super V-8 standard for Comet Cyclone 2-door hardtop and optional at extra cost for other models.

'-' i.iii(b) Tiigishnieiirtii2ien7or1+,a-ihniii'p'zocjCoitmioiio1merloeitlntsC.6niiyirieciiiplstoinn;wei;e;iin'Htrrii';%gi;rhiiii;-srpis;eeo?r,fsuoi;ripnmceiaoi.ndmcNneeot!esVxe-itd8rialaieincrnsoag,i'onfiielii6iansiisgot'fpoloifsirftleenr1loee.d6!cs5ow_rnCi-tevohqehurceitroitebsndlvebeosunr.i.tloitNofnfweeairitltehhdeig.tihnpieihtoieowHneig4rh-oss-rpPt.eweeeerirftdiohnrgrmtihaanennoucreaexaltirtVrarca-o8ncnsoedmsnittgiistoinrsnaeionisnns.giscataonnrdiz.bethede

Major gains are made in both performance and fuel
economy with the new engine, transmission and axle
combinations available for 1965 Comets. Highlights:
COMET 200 "6"-This new 2OO'cubic'inch "6" with 7'

main-bearing crankshaft is installed with either the
3-speed manual or optional Multi'Drive Merc'O'Matic

transmission.
TEAMED WITH MULTI-DRIVE MERC-0'frlATlC, with 3 for'

ward gears, the Comet 20O "6" delivers superior

smoothness and performance along with an 8Vo gain

in fuel economy.

TEAMED W]TH 3-SPEED MAI{UAL TRAI{SIIIISSION, thE
Comet 2OO "6" delivers 6/s quicker start'up accelera'
tion-an improvement that would put the 1965 model
of a 1964 at the end of the first
LYzcar lengths ahead
block. This new engine is l9/o more powerful than
the 170-cubic-inch "6" which it replaces.

o

COMET CYCLONE 289 V-8-The new 289'cu.'in. V'8 with
2-barrel carburetor replaces the 26O'cu"in. engine as
Comet's basic V-8. This larger, 22/s more powerful V'8
misaanvuaailal btrleanwsmithisssitoann,daordr all'synchronized 3-speed
optional all'synchronized

4-speed manual or Multi'Drive Merc'O'Matic.

TEAMED WITH 3V-S-8PEaEcDceMleArNaUteAsLTgRVAoNfSaMsItSeSrI0oNn the Comet
start up. A
Cyclone 289
tb65 Comet with this combination would be 2Vz car
lengths ahead of the 1964 at end of the first block'
COMET CYCL0NE SUPER 289 V-8-Standard for the
Comet Cyclone 2'door hardtop and optional for other
minocdoerplso, riahtees4-rbeafirnreeml ceanrtbsurceotnortripbruetminiugmto'fueiml pernogviende
performance. Rated at225 hp, 15 hp higher for 1965,
ihis engine is available with all three transmissions'

MOt{EY-SAVING FUEL ECONOMY-Comet's increased
power permits use of high'economy (low numerical
Comet CYclone SuPer 289 V-8 ibaetitote) rregaarsamxleilseawghei.chHiagfhJ-oercdoqnuoimetyerreoaper raatxiolens and
wi th 4 -bo rrel ca rburetor are

oRevised 10-16-64 Supersedes previous standard with all three 1965 Comet engines'

SPECI FI CATI ONS Comet 2(X) "5" Comet Cyclone 289 V-8
Comet Cyclone Super 289 V.8
Cylinder block & heads precision-cast alloy iron
integral with intake manifold precision-cast al loy iron
Material in-head, wedge-shape interchangeable, left and right
in-head, wedge-shape
Cylinder head casting .. ... precision-molded nodular alloy-iron
4, cast integrally precision-molded nodular alloy iron
Combustion chambers... .. 7, replaceable insert 8 (inc. 2 external)
steel-backed micro-babbitt 5, replaceable insert
Crankshaft rubber-floated steel -backed micro-babbitt
rubber-floated
Material. forged steel l-beam; separately forged caps
4.716" forged steel l-beam; separately forged caps
Counterweights 5. I 55"
autothermic, slipper type
.Main bearing type. . . tin-plated aluminum alloy with steel struts autothermic, slipper type
alloy cast iron: upper, chrome plated; tin-plated aluminum alloy with steel struts
Main bearings material lower, coated alloy cast iron: upper, chrome plated,
expanded-spacer with chromed steel rails lower, coated
Vibration damper. ... . . pressed in rod expanded spacer-with chromed stecl lails
pressed in rod
Gonnecting rods induction hardened
Type. . . precision-molded nodular alloy iron induction hardened
Length. 4, replaceable insert steel-backed babbitt precision-molded nodular alloy iron
silent chain 5, replaceable insert, steel-backed babbitt
Pistons silent chain
free-turning, overhead
Type special alloy steel, aluminized non-rotating, overhead
Material. precision-molded austen itic steel special alloy steel, aluminized
Compression rings (2) integral with cylinder head precision- molded austenitic steel
hydraul ic integral with cylinder head
. .Oil ring (l). .. . .. . hydraul ic
tubular steel
Piston pins. pearlitic malleable iron none (individual arms)
rim bolted precision-cast nodular iron
Camshaft rim bolted
l-barrel, downdraft
Type......... ..... automatic 2-barrel, or 4-barrel, downdraft
mech. driven, diaphragm automatic
Material 20 gallons mech. driven, diaphragm
replaceable-element type 20 gallons
Bearings. wire cloth, self-cleaning replaceable-element type
Drive... wire cloth, self-cleaning
pressure
Valves pressure pressure
Type.... . oil mist pressure
pressure oil mist
Material-intake........ . . pressure pressure
splash pressure
Valve gu-ideexshaanud sste.a..t.......... indexed pressure stream splash
rotor-type, non-floating indexed pressure stream
Valve lifters (tappets). . . . . 4.5 qts. (including filter) rotor-type, non-floating
disposable, ful l-flow 5 qts. (including filter)
Rocker arm assemBly disposable, full-flow
Rockerarmshaft...... ventilated, single breaker-point
Rocker arm material. . . full vacuum control ventilated, single breaker-point
Rocker cover. I -5-3-6-2-4 combination vacuum-centrifugal
12-volt high-capacity: 38 amp. rating 1 -5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Fuel system 2-coil electro- mechanical 12-volt high-capacity: 38-amp. max. rating
high-torque, positive engagement, 2-coil electro- mechanical
Carburetor. anti- kickout high-torque, positive engagement,
18-mm self-cleaning, extended electrode anti- kickout
Choke control....... 45 amp-hr, 54 plates l8-mm self-cleaning, extended electrode
Fuel pump type . 45 amp-hr, 54 plates
pressure vented, downflow
Fuel tank capacity.. . . centrifugal impeller pressure vented, downflow
Fuel filter. centrifugal impeller
Fuel tank filter type.. I choke type
I choke type
Lubrication system tube and fin, downflow cushion mounted
pressure vented at l2-15 psi tube and fin, downflow cushion mounted
Main bearings. .... . pressure vented at 12-15 psi
9.5 qts.
ioinJcirngffos..... 14.5 qts.

Piston pins.

Camshaft bearings

Tappets.

Timing gear or chain. . . . .

Cylinder walls. ..

Oil pump.

Crankcase capacity.

0il filter.

Engine electrical
Distributor-type .

Spark advance
Firing order
Alternator.
Alternator regulator
Starter motor type

Spark plugs
Battery.

Cooling system

Type .

Pump type.

Thermostdts.

Radiator type ..... . .

Radiator cap type.....

.Radiator capacity .

-with heater.

1965 Comet 200 "6" The 6-cylinder engine for 1965 Comets, an improved

The illustration aboue shous the new cyl- 7-main-bearing version of the 2OO-cubic-inch thin-wall
2in0d0er"6b"locehngfoinret.hTeh7e-cmyaliinndbeerabrlioncgh Comet
engine, incorporates many design changes and
is in- refinements affecting performance, reliability and
smoothness. Among these are the 7-main bearing
crankshaft, new cylinder head with larger intake and

exhaust valves, new camshaft with higher valve lift and
longer valve opening periods, and a new 38-ampere
alternator replacing the 30-ampere generator.

Hiehlights of 1965 lmprovements

7-main-bearing crankshaft-The 7-main-bearing crank-

shaft, held in the cylinder block in seven bearings
instead of four, runs with less deflection for quieter
operation and longer bearing life. Having seven main
bearings permits reducing the number of crankshaft
counterweights from seven to four to affect a signifi-

cant reduction in crankshaft weight. The crankshaft is

precision-cast nodular iron with an integral rubber-

floated vibration damper.

uerted in the illustration. The neut 7-main
bearing cranhshaft is Shown at the right.

New cylinder block-The block is cast with three addi-
tional bearing supports to accommodate the 7-main
bearing crankshaft. The additional weight in the cylin-
der block practically balances out the weight reduction

of the crankshaft.

Other Comet 200 "6" lmprovements The cylinder block is durable, reliable alloy-iron pre.
cision cast for minimum weight. (Front engine cover is
Carburetor-Several improvements are incor- a precision-machined aluminum casting.)
porated in the carburetor including provision for
New cylinder head and larger valves-The new cylinder
water-warming the automatic choke and improved head provides larger intake and exhaust ports for freer
idle control.
breathing intake and exhaust. lncreases in valve head
Electrical system-Extensive improvements are diameter and valve head are shown in this comparison:
incorporated in the electrical system.
lntake DVaialvme.s Exhaust Valves
New pivotless contact points, designed for more Head Head Diam.
precise manufacturing, afford more precise point
seating with greater stability and better align- t964 1.53', L.27',
ment. Reduced mass of the contact points serves 1.62u 1.36'
to reduce point bounce for improved high-speed 1965
1965 Gain .o9n .09,
operation.
New camshaft for higher valve lift and longer valve
New 38-ampere alternator in place of 30-ampere opening periods means the engine has larger valves
generator. New 2-unit regulator. which open wider' and stay open longer for imProved

New 45-ampere-hour battery with l-piece hard breathing.
rubber cover and increased electrolyte capacity.
Valve Lift Valve Opening
The battery is tailored to the new alternator
r964 .348', 240 degrees
system. 252 degrees
1965 .368r
Neoprene rubber hose-The neoprene rubber 1.965 Gain .o20' 12 degrees
hose for the radiator connections, being more
resilient than the hose used previously, doesn't Higher compression-The compression ratio is increased
squeeze out from under the clamps and take per- from 8.7:1 to 9.2:1 for higher eff iciency.
manent set. This means some torque is retained
for each clamp. Post-type clamps are used for Pistons and rings-The spread-strut design slipper-type
pistons, cast with the struts near the ends of the pin
conn ections. boss, helps the pistons to conform more closely to the
cylinder bores. The pistons are cast aluminum alloy
Larger oil pump-The oil pump for the 7-main- with steel autothermic expansion control struts. A new
bearing.engine is a rotor type with 11ft higher
capacity for the full-pressure lubrication system. molybdenum-filled top ring replaces the chrome'

Non-adjustable rocker arms-Adjustment screw platLd ring used previously. The molybdenum wearing
is eliminated from the push-rod end of each rocker surface minimizes ring and bore wear for longer life.
arm to reduce rocker arm weight and for increased Larger distributor and pump drive shaft-Diameter of the
hei-shape intermediate shaft for the distributor and
reliability.
oil pump is increased trom Yq" to s/rs" for durability.

1965 Mercury Comet V-8's The 1965 Comet V-8's incorporate extensive improve.
ments for better breathing, electrical system perform-
The Comet V-8's are well "over-square" with ance and basic cylinder block construction, includ-
ing several refinements which were introduced as
large 4ttdiameter pistons traveling short strokes. 1964r/2 ru nning changes. Highlights:
The short strokes mean lower friction and less
piston travel per car mile. Better breathing-Combustion chamber configuration

Valve train has quiet, self-adjusting hydraulic and exhaust ports revised and intake valve-head
diameter increaseC from l.67" to 1.78" for all 1965
valve lifters actuated by a precision-molded, Comet V-8's for better breathing and ,high-perform'

high-lift camshaft. Light-weight rocker arms, ance efficiency.

made of precision-molded nodular iron, are lmproved carburetion-Larger 2-barrel carburetor with
20/6 higher capacity introduced. Vacuum'piston con'
individually mounted on independent ball studs. trol for automatic choke for all V-8 carburetors.
This mounting eliminates the usual rocker arm
shaft and retainers to obtain a reduction in recip- lmproved electrical systems-New alternator, regulator,
rocating friction and inertia forces for improved distributor,ignition cables, spark plugs and battery-
all premium quality.
engine efficiency.
Smoother driveline-Cylinder block casting revised for
Hydraulic valve lifters are actuated by the hieh- 6-bolt in place of S-bolt attachment and larger mount-
ing surface for clutch housing or torque converter.
lift cams on the precision-cast nodular iron Larger 6-bolt mounting reduces driveline vibration
and affords smoother performance.
camshaft. The hydraulic tappets utilize high-
pressure oil from the engine lubrication system lmproved cooling system-New fans, top tank, water
to keep each lifter continuously in contact with
its cam and valve-lifter body. Plungers in the pump impeller, radiator hose and long-life drive belts.
hydraulic tappets are chrome-plated for greater
Higher compression ratios for increased performance and
resistance to wear and corrosion.
efficiency. Compression ratio of regular-fuel Comet
All Comet engines are built with durable pre-
Cyclone 289 V-8 is 9.3:1 while the compression ratio
cision-cast alloy-iron cylinder blocks, cylinder of the premium-fuel Comet Cyclone Super 289 V'8 is
heads, and intake and exhaust manifolds. An out-
standing advantage of alloy iron is its versatility. 10.0:1-the highest, most efficient ever for Comet
After casting, it is easy to machine or process, yet
can stand high temperatures. lt has good expansion engines. o
and contraction qualities which make it ideal for
cylinder walls and cylinder heads. Free graphite Cylinder block-Alloy-iron 90" V-8 cylinder block is
in the alloy-iron affords natural lubrication . . . also
soaks up and retains oil to provide minute pockets precision-cast with walls of uniform thickness. A
of oil on the surface.
Aluminum-alloy parts-Precision-cast and pre- shallow casting, the crankcase extends approximately
cision-machined aluminum-alloy parts are used
where aluminum is advantageous. Among these to crankshaft centerline. The rear of the cylinder
parts are pistons, engine front cover, carburetor
body, carburetor spacer block, fuel pump body block is revised to provide a larger mounting surface
and oil pump housing. and 6-bolt attachment of clutch housing or torque
converter for greater rigidity and increased driveline

smooth ness.

Cylinder heads and exhaust manifolds are made with
the same precision-casting techniques as the cylinder
block.

lntake manilold-Made of alloy-iron precision cast by
shell-molding process, the intake manifold has equal
length over-and-under intake passages. Unrestricted
exhaust flow through the manifold between the left

and right cylinder banks provides heating for incoming
fuel-air mixture.

Crankshaft-Made of nodular iron and precision'cast

for high strength with minimum weight, the crankshaft
is a 5-main-bearirig design. Crankshaft has 6 integral

counterweights plus an external counterweight at

each end.

Vibration damper is installed on the front end of the
crankshaft. This rubber-floated torsional vibration
damper with a rubber ring between the inner and

outer steel rings, serves to counteract crankshaft

vibration s f or smooth er, q u ieter d rive line performa nce'

Pistons-slipper-type 3-ring design precision'machin'
ed, aluminum alloy castings, with imbedded steel
struts for autothermic expansion control. Tin plating
prevents scuff ing of pistons and cylinder walls during
break-in.The top compression ring is chrome-plated
and the 2nd compression ring is phosphate-coated.
The lower oil ring has dual chrom.e-plated rails and
a steel expander sPring.

Mercury Comet Manual Transmissions

32-OspOeettd6tm'| aennugailntreanhsamsisshieolnicainl-sctuatllegdeawristhwtihthe Comet
forged-
bronze synchronizers for 2nd and 3rd gears. Anti.
friction bearings contribute to quiet, long life and high

Ertension case is efficiency. Ball bearings at the front of the case carry
creasdtuacleumd inwuemighfot.r the main drive gear. Main shaft has needle bearings
Transmission case at front, ball bearings at rear, and a bushing at end

is cast iron, of the transmission case extension.

3-speed manual Comet 200 "6" Life-of-car fluid is installed in all Comet transmissions

Synchronized gears. 2nd & 3rd at the factory. The transmission oil doesn't need
2.76
Gearratios-Ist.... 1.69 periodic draining. The owner is expected to maintain
the fluid at proper level up to the filler plug.
(to 1) Znd . 1.00
3.14 Magnetic plug with U-shape magnet collects metallic
3rd particles which might otherwise damage the trans-
Reverse 0n column mission.
Shift selector.. ..

:).'.fj): ,".?.*'{,u '.b,t,"9 Ertension case is 3-speed all-synchronized manual transmission is in-
cast aluminum for
red.uced weiEht. stalled as standard equipment at no extra cost with

Transmission case Comet Cyclone 289 V-8 and Comet Cyclone Super 289
is cast iron.
V-8. ln the all-synchronized transmission all gears
3-soeed Comet Cyclone 289 V-8
except reverse gear and sleeve are in constant mesh
all-syndhronized Comet Cyclone Super 289 V-8 with the countershaft cluster gear. All forward-gear

Synchronized gears., lst, 2nd & 3rd shifting is accomplished by synchronizer sleeves.

Gearratios-1st..... 2.79 Driver can downshift into "low" at speeds up to 20
(to l) 1. 70 mph, or into 2nd at up to 4O mph.
2nd ...
1.00 Premium-quality manufacturing
3rd . 2.87
. All gears are heat treated . . . all gear teeth shot-peened.
Reverse 0n column . 10070 operation test in sound-proof room at factory.
. 100% water and air test for leaks at factory.
.Shift selector. .,. . 100% installation of magnetized filler plug.
r All forward gears are helical cut.

o Life-of-car fluid installed at assembly plant.

. Ball bearings support input shaft and gear . . . and center of output

shaft.

. Needle bearings in input shaft bore . . . also countershaft runs 0n

2 rows of needle bearings.

all-4sy-snpceherodnizeGdomCetomCYetclCoYncelo2n_8e9 V'8 The 4-speed all-synchronized manual transmission* affords
manual transmission Super 289 V-8
the ultimate in flexibility, performance and driving
Gear ratios-1st. 2.18:.l pleasure. With the 4-speed transmission, the driver
1.93:l
(to 1) 2nd. . . 1.36:l can operate the engine nearer peak power and torque
more of the time to obtain maximum performance and
3rd. . I .00 :l handling through the gears.
2.78:l
4th .. ln the all-synchronized transmission, the rotation speed of the

Reverse synchronizer sleeves is synchronized while the sleeves are being
engaged to permit shifting up or down without clashing regardless
Comet's 4-speed trdnsmission has the inter' of engine speed. Driver can accelerate lrom lst to 4th gear with
national shift pattern and floor mounted' leuer. synchronized smoothness and decelerate, using progressive lower
The finger-operated safety release fork on the gears without clashing in any ratio. Gear ratios and torque capacity
shift leuer must be raised' to moue the shift lever are tailored to Comet V-8 engines. Highlights:
*Optional at extra cost.
znto reuerse. . Major gears up to 40/s wider for increased durability and quiet

operation (compared with the previous transmission).

r All gears are in a compact precision-made assembly contained

in the gear case.

e Close-ratio gears with 1.36:l 3rd gear ratio.

Gearshift Recommended Speed Range

4th to 3rd . Downshift between 55 and 25 mph

3rd to 2nd . Downshift between 35 and l5 mph
. Downshift between 20 and 0 mPh
2nd to lst

Downshilts should not be made at speeds higher than maximums.

Multi-Drive Merc-0-Matic

Comet's 3-speed Multi-Drive Merc-O-Matic with 6-
position selector and two drive ranges is offered as

optional extra cost equipment with all three 1965
Comet engines. This transmission, designed and
built to be the finest automatic in the field, is the only
automatic offered for 1965 Comets.

Teamed with the Comet 2OO "6,,or one of the V-g's,
qMuuiletit-DorpiveeraMtioernc,-Oa-nMdaeticfficsiteanntdstooruqtufeormsumltiopolitchanteiosns,.
Tailored for Comet power, these Multi-Drive Merc-O-
Matics can multiply the torque received from engine
as much as f ive times. Outstanding features:
. Simplified gears of advanced design.
. Die-cast aluminum gear case with drilled hydraulic
passages in gear-case walls. Also integral mounting
for servos.

. Full-vacuum throttle valve control requires no ad-
justment after assembly.

. All-aluminum housing for reduced weight.

Type Torque converter with Low Maintenance: Every Comet automatic gets a dyna-
automatic planetary
gear train mometer run during the factory final inspection.
Bands are adjusted after run. Life-of-car filter and
3 forward and reverse
fluid are installed at factory.
Singl e-stage,
Mechanical ratios.... . 3-element hydraulic Vacuum Throttle-Valve Gontrol-ln this system, a vacuum line
...Converter type ..,
. n.25', extending to the transmission relays the driver's accelerator

,Converter diameter.. . 2.46 to position setting and carburetor throtfle position to the transmis-

Gearratios-low. ..... 1.46 to sion. Customer benefits :
lnter.......
High....... 1.00 to . Smoother shifting because shifts are accurately and precisely
2.201o
Reverse.... timed by the vacuum control.
0n steering column
Gear selector. o Proper transmission shift quality and timing are built into the

transmission and the vacuum-controlled cam assembly.

. Requires no adjustments after assembly . . . owner saves the
cost of periodic adjustments.

Advantages-Mu lti-Drive Merc-O-Matic

r Maximum versatility and flexibility with two auto-

matic, forward driving ranges (D1 and D2), plus low
reverse, park and neutral.

DI driving range provides 1-2-3 shift for lively

response and solid feel.

ilrl'|P R ilz L D1 provides "high-to-low" coasting downshift for
smoother deceleration.

r Rapid start-up in D1 range . . .LO% faster.

6-position selector lever o Accelerator-controlled forced downshift for rapid

P -Positive lock-up for parking. acceleration, passing, or hill climbing.
R -Engages reverse gear.
N -Silent neutral . . . with no planetary gear ele- . D2 range provides optimum smoothness for start-

ments turning over when engine is running. up. Serves for starting o6r slippery surfaces.

D2-Transmission starts in intermediate and up- . Low range provides maximum power for grades or

shifts 2-3. Downshifts 3-2. Recommended for heavy loads.

starting on stippery surfaces. . Low range provides safe, positive engine braking

Dl-Transm ission starts in low and upshifts I-2-3. for downgrades or on a level road.
Downshifts 3-2-1. ls preterred for all normal
r Park position engages positive transmission park

lock-up. Holds car on steepest grades. Serves as
an auxiliary parking brake.

operation. ' High gear in planetary gear set is always available
for the drive range. ls never locked out.
L -TrHaonwsemveisr,siifotnrasntsamrtsissinionloiws and stays in low.
shifted into low al r Vacuum throttle control provides smoother shifting
.. . dependable operation.. . reduced maintenance
a car speed that would not be safe for low gear, cost through elimination of periodic adjustments.

transmission will go into 2nd, and when car r Water cooling for transmission fluid by cooling unit

speed drops to 18 mph will shift into low. in radiator tank.

Starter operates only in Neutral or Park.

1965 Mercury Comet Rear Axles

Rear axle vent to dormant area-a tube extending from The 1965 Comets have a wider selection of rear axles,
rear axle to an enclosed area inside the frame side rail
prevents road contaminants from reaching the rear axle including high-performance optional ratios for most

gears and lubricants. engine-transmission combinations and a new con-

REAR AXLE SPECIFICATIONS trolled-slip Power Transfer option for all power teams.

Type... ......Semi-floating with pressed All Comet rear axles are the semi-floating hypoid
gear design with lYz" offset pinion to lower the drive'
steel, banjo-tYPe housing
line and floor tunnel.
Differential ...Deep-offsethypoidgears
Wheel bearings Ball, double-sealed, Axles for the Comet 2OO "6" have conventional over'

Ringgeardiam. "6" PermanentlY I ubricated hung pinion gear and a 7.25" ring gear.

V-8'sRing gear diam. , .. .. ..7.25" Axles for the V-8 powered Comets have the straddle'

. . . . .7.75'or 8.00" mounted pinion with two tapered roller bearings

*(Jptional at Ertra Cost ahead of the pinion gear and a straight roller bearing
behind. Ring gears for V-8 powered models are 8"
diameter with either the 3-speed manual or 4'speed
manual transmissions and 7.75" with the Multi'Drive
Merc-O-Matic transm ission.

Rear axle shafts are case-hardened by electrical induction for

greater strength and durability.

A single filler plug is provided for checking fluid level and adding
lubricant as needed. As the axle is filled with life-of-car lubricant

at the factory, draining isn't necessary. (No drain plug is provided.)

High-economy rear arles with 2.80:1, 2.83:l or 3.00:l ratios
are available in selected combinations for both V-8 and 6'cylinder

powered models. (See table.)

PowerTransfer Axle*-Comet's new controlled'slip
Power Transfer rear axle is a new design with a 7'
plate clutch pack. This design incorporates three
bonded plates to provide 5OTo more friction surface

than previous axles of this tYPe.
The Power Transfer rear axle is simply a conventional
axle plus the clutch pack. The conventional differential
case and case cover are machined to provide notches
for the dog-eared steel clutch plates, while a differ'
ential lubricator is added as well as a pair of lubricant
scoups for additional cooling of the clutch pack'
The facing material for the bonded plates is similar
to that used for automatic transmission clutch packs.
Advantages of the optional extra'cost Power Transfer
rear axle are shown in the comparison table.

REAR IXII RAIIOS 3-speed ilanual 4-speed ilanual* ltulti-Drirl llrrc-0.ilatic*
(Rear axle ratios to l)
?l#srd. ont. il#l1 std. opt. su. opr. lljlT

Comet 200 "$" 3.20 3.50 3.20 2.83 3.20 3.20
3.20 3.50 3.20 3.20 3.20
Sedan & hardtop
3.00 3.50 3.00 3.00 3.50 3.00 2.80 3.00 3.00
Convertible & wagon

Comet Cyclons 289 Y'8
Sedan, hardtop & convertible

Comet Ctclonc Super 28$ Y'8 3.s03.00 3.50 3.50 3.00 3.50 3.00 3.00
Sedan, hardtop & convertible

ConYentional Arle Gontrolled

Permits differential action at Resists differential action at all times. The rear axle shafts are locked in the differ-
all times.
ential so the wheels work in unison until the car changes direction. ln turns, the
Divides engin'e torque equallY
between left and right axlg clutch in the rear axle breaks loose to permit controlled (limited) slipping until the
sh afts. car returns to a straight course.
tt one wtreet loses traction due to lifting or slippery surfaces, it is prevented from
Wheel with least traction will rotatingfasterthantheotherwheelandtherebyprovidestraction onthebitingwheel
spin under poor traction to the ixtent of the clutch capacity of 350 foot-pounds.
conditions. Wheel with least traction turns at same speed as wheel with bite.

1965 Mercury Comet
Rear Suspension

Comet's rear suspension incorporates fully insulated
semi-elliptical leaf-type rear springs a nd dou ble-acting
hydraulic shock absorbers. Several improvements

contribute to better ride, wide-stance stability and

over-all performance.

This cross-section view of Comet's lso-Clamp Wide rear wheel tread-Tread is 56,'.
Long, wide spring leaves-S5,'long and 212', wide. Asym-
shows how butyl rubber Vz" lhick surrounds the metrical mounting of the axle . . . longer, softer part
behind.
rear spring leaves to eliminate metal-to-metal
2-inch rubber bushing in front hanger of each rear
contact in the rear attachments. The butyl rubber,
retained in stamped steel upper and lower clamp spring provides 3/+,, thick rubber-cushioning around

sections, insulates the spring to prevent trans- the attachment bolt for effective cushioning of driving
and braking forces. This large natural rubber bushin!
ference of road or rear axle noises. During assembly affords compliance to both vertical and horizontal
forces. The bushing is assembled with steel inner
the upper and lower clamp sections are drawn

together by tightening the U-bolts.

REAR SUSPENSIOI{ SPECIFICATIONS and outer sleeves.

Springs, type...... . . .Longitudinal semi-elliptic Hotchkiss drive-All driving and braking forces are

leaf-type transmitted to the vehicle through the leaf-type springs
and larger rubber bushings surrounding the attach.
Lelnegtah,vweidsth.,.No. ...55" x 2/2",4leaves ment bolts.

Front mounting .... . . .2" rubber bushing in hanger

Rear mounting........Compression shackle, Compression-type rear shackles stiffen springs under load
bushed
. permit return to normal softness when load is
Finaldrive. ..Hotchkiss
relieved.

Shock Absorbers......Hydraulic, diagonally lso-Clamp attachments provide insulation between rear
springs and rear axle. Comet's lso-clamps are made
mounted under the same Ford Motor Company patent as the
Lincoln Continental's.
Axle-to-spring . .. Full rubber isolation
insulation clamps

1965 Mercury Comet Front shock absorbers-The new front shock absorbers
Shock Absorbers for 1965 Comets have a polyurethane rubber bumper
installed internally on the shaft for rebound control.
This design affords the advantages of some internal
rebound control while separating function from the
shock absorber hydraulic system. The front shock
absorbers, mounted inside the front coil springs, have
large top and bottom rubber bushings for insulation
and additional cushioning.

Rear shock absorbers-The rear shock absorbers are
diagonally mounted. These are double-acting hydrau.
lic type as are the front shock absorbers.

Gonstant viscosity fluid which is less affected by temper-

ature changes affords more positive and uniform
action for Comet shock absorbers.

1965 Mercury Gomet Front Suspension

Comet ride is improved siill further for 1965 through
introduction of several ref inements which contribute
to smoothness and stabilitY.

o New low-rate front springs for softer, smoother

fine-car ride.

. New front shock absorbers with internal rebound

cushioning of a polyurethane rubber bumper'

. Butyl rubber impact bumpers with low resiliency for

improved cushioning. (For cushioning iounce.)

o New low-silhouette 6.95 x 14 tires soak up bumps

better than any tire available before . ' . for improved
ride and comfort.

Other front suspension features:

Rubber cushioning with 30 rubber bushings and bear'
ings in front suspension alone'

The illustrations above Low-friction ball-joints tilted for reduced friction.
Big-car spring travel-Comet's deep-coil front springs
show details of Comet's afiord 4" down and 5" rebound travel. Equals spring
travel of many big cars.
front suspension. High-
position mounting Places Low-friction bushings in upper front suspension arms
the coil sPring in a bodY are 8-pitch thread design for reduced friction and
tower above the engine riding. One of these bushings is installed
smoother the 4 upper suspension arm inner pivots'
center of gravitY. The cut- at each of
Are permanently lubricated with sealed-in oil'
away view shows con'
struction of the front Complete rubber insulation-Large rubber bushings in'
sulate the front suspension anchors and other points
suspension lower ball-joint, to cushion road-produced vibrations and absorb noise'

Front Suspension SPecifications Front-suspension ball-joints are packed and sealed at
the factory. Normally these 4 loints can go 36'000
Type........ . . lndependent with ball-loints
miles or 3 years before needing service. Each ball-
Su spe n sion . Threaded, permanentlY -jokeinetpsis with a sturdy coil spring which
arm bushings. I u b ricated spring-loaded part
in contact with the seat'
Springs . Helical coil with 4" inside the spherical
The spring provides normal life-of-car wear take-up'
Shock absorbers diameter. Rubber insulated
at ends. High-positioned coil springs are installed above upper
Stabilizer.. . .. . . H-vmdroauunlitce,dtelescoPic,
front suspension arms in spring towers that are
inside sPrings. integral parts of the body. The engine center of gravity
is below the springs.
.Steel torsion bar link-tYPe,

rubber mounted

Fine-Adjusted Front Wheel Bearings Front wheel bearings on 1965 Comets are installed
with tools which adiust the bearings with the precision
Comet front-wheel tapered roller bearings are of a fine watch. This equipment makes the seating
packed with a special long-life lubricant,adjusted
with twice the usual precision, and secured with a and adjustment of the wheel bearings one of the most
12-sided vernier-type lock-nut. Precision-made exacting manufacturing operations on the entire car'
seals retain the lubricant. A tight-fitting dust cap This special attention to front wheel bearings means
importa nt customer benef its:
covers the spindle end and adiustment nut.
. lmproved ride and handling when the bearings are

neither too loos.e nor too tight.

. Reduced tire wear for improved tire life.
. Less wear on bearings through proper distribution

of loads.

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coincides with braking lining check, or when brakes

are relined.

Testing Front Wheel Spindles-Front wheel spindles for Mercury
Comet vehicles must pass a black light magnetic test at the manu-
facturing plant before being approved for shipment to the assembly
plant. This 100% inspection is designed to verify the structural
integrity of the front wheel spindles' The test is oerformed in a
ntaci tgnt booth. After an intense magnetic field is set up in the
spindle, a solution containing ferro'magnetic particles and fluores-
cent particles would glow under the black light to mark the defect'

ft,i-ffii r1J9v6a5, MtrtEetrtc,uutryy lC.luoimlllet Steering Systems
W $i'.""'."i;: l"r"e"EhT; made in the power steering
driving feel. Hightights: for improved handling and

.Compact pressure-balanced hydraulic steering
pump with integral reservoir for optionat powei
steering.
. More responsive power steering with la/s faster

response to steering wheel movement.
.
. Over-all power steering ratio reduced to 21.6:1.
Power steering available for 6-cylinder models.

Comet Power Steering* Features

Comet power Cstoemereintgm-Aodvealsil,abthlee as optional equipment
1965 power steering system
for all

is an improved linkage booster type with boitr I new
hydraulic pump and power cylinder.

The system provides hydraulic power assistance which
increases according to the effort required to turn the
steering wheel. The maximum pressure the driver has
to apply for turns is only five pounds. Hydraulic pres_

sure provides up to 8a/" of the energy for steering.

STEERING SPECIFICATIONS Pressure-ba lanced hydraul ic pump

Type . Symmetrical lin kage with This new power steering pump has two major improve-

cross-link and idler arm ments over previous pumps-the pressure-balanced

Steering gear..... . .. . . Recirculating bal l-type design and the integral hydraulic fluid reservoir

Steering linkage joints. . Dirt proof, water tight, which is wrapped around the pump.

pre-l u bricated Pressure-balanced design means the hydraulic fluid is
under pressure on both sides of the impeller vanes.
Turning diam.-sedan 40.0 curb to curb This is accomplished by providing four intake and
38.9 curb to curb feoxuhrauvsatnpeosrtasreinsatlewaadysofstewnod.inWgithhythderagu-lvicanfeluiidmp'uenldleerr,
_s.w.... indexed pressure to the power cyiinder.

Tphuemipnccreoanstreidbunteusmtboerqoufievtaenreospaenrdatpioonrtsanfodr the new
pulsations in the hydraulic system. The only reduces
the hydraulic pump is the belt load. load on

lntegral hydraulic reservoir wraps around the pump part
of the assembly. Making the reservoir integrai
the pump results in a more compact assembly, with
per_
mits.short direct passages from reservoir to-pump
and improves the mounting on the engine.

Other Steering System Features

Comet steering system has recirculating ball-and-nut
type gear. ln this unit, the ball-and-nut assembly that
controls the steering linkage is driven by recirculating
steel balls. The steel balls reduce friction, lessen wear
on gears, and reduce need for adjustment.

16-inch steeringwheel, for both manual and opt. power
steering, affords improved feel with light touch.

Low-friction needle bearings for both the upper and lower
reduce steering efforts.
bearings on sector shaft

Permanently lubricated idler arm bushings of new design
have rubber bushing sliding within a steel shell.

Comet's power steering is designed for economical sTttRlt{c ciln lilanual Staering Powcr $taaring
maintenance. Lubrication of the power steering cylinder
ball-stud is scheduled only at 36,000-mile or 3-year RATt0 C0itPtRts0l{s Standard Cyclonc (a) t961 t965

i nte rva I s. Steering gear ratio 1961-5 0rt. lg05

-Polyester - cord drive belt The premium- 20:l l6:1 20:l 16:l

quality polyester-cord drive belt for 1965 Comet Overall steering ratio
power steering can last twice as long . . . can go
Turns, stop-to-stop 4.6 3.6 4.6 3.6
twice as long as previous belts without adjustment.
(a) The optional High-Performance Handling package available for 1965
Hydraulic power cylinder is center-mounted C_omet Cyclone 2-door hardtops includes the lB% more responsive
15:l manual steering gear.
and is attached at the steering center link with a
ball-stud connection. *Optional at extra cost, either dealer- or factory-installed.

Mercury Comet Self-Adjusting Brakes

Gomet parking brake, actuated by a brake Comet's hydraulic brakes are duo.servo type with
self-adjusters which can keep the brakes adjusted
handle mounted just left of the steering column mechanically for life of the linings. The self'adjusting
applies the rear wheel brakes. The parking'brake
conduit is nylon lined for smoother operation, mec'hanism, consisting of a cable, cable guide, ratchet

durabil ity and reliabilitY. and adjuster screw assembly, adjusts the brakes'

Other brake features: when applied during reverse braking, more precisely
Dash-mounted master cylinder is in a high cleaner than it can be done bY hand.

location. Durable brake linings of molded asbestos up to Yq" thick are
Precision-made brake assemblies, manufactured to compounded for fade resistance, long service and quiet operation.
close tolerances and with the web centered on the shoe
rim, provide more positive positioning of the adjuster Full-cast drums-Comet V-8's larger brakes have full'cast drums
lever to the star wheel. and backs for front wheels for greater smoothness in operation.

Deep-notch star wheels provide better engagement Rear wheel brakes are a combination of cast-iron drums and
of the adjuster lever.
Mechanical stop light switch mounted on pedal arm stamped-steel backs for all models. Labyrinth seal keeps dirt and
water from brake mechanism. Curved edge of brake backing plate
and actuated directly by brake master hydraulic mates with groove in brake drum edge.

cylinder push rod. Vacuum-Assisted Power Brakes*

Mercury Comet Tires Power assistance reduces pedal effort by 4OTo. The
power brakes can be either factory' or dealer'installed.

Comet's power brakes utilize manifold vacuum to assist operation
of the brake pedal . . . to provide easy, gentle stops with less pedal
pressure. Vacuum power assistance is available at all times when

ihe engine is turning over. ln addition, a vacuum reserve will

immedi-ately provide additional power-assisted stops when engine

vacuum is not available. Even with all vacuum reserve depleted'
the brakes will adequately stop the car (but somewhat higher brake
efforts) due to mechanical linkage to master cylinder.
*Optional at extra cost taith automatic transmission'

6-CYr-. riloDELS v-8 trloDELS

Sodrns,

i.rdtoFr
convoltilhs
,ttt'ml IBrake Shtlor

Sizas frgtlt
#t'lll

Brake drum diam. 9u t0' l0'

Total brake 131 157.s stq5. i4n..2 154.2
lining area sq. in. sq. in. sq. in.

Drum swept area 212 sq. in. 254 sq. in. 251 sq. in' 251 sq. in'

uilrtr & Ilnt slzts The Siza thral lim lls. Lugs

6-cylinder models 6.95 x 14 l4u 4Y2" NA
NA NA
Standard NA

0ptional

V-8 powered models 6.95 x 14 l4' 5"
Standard(a) 5"
7.35 x 14(a) 14"
0ptional

iiii'tii.i l*eoth tttr 6.95 and 7.35 x 14 tires are 2-ply with 4-ply rating' White side

tptional for both'sizes. (a)'The 7.35 x 1.4 tires are standard
for Caliente convertible with V-8 engine and air conditioning'

1964 1965 The 1965 Comet tires are the low'silhouette, wide-
tread design with bias'cord construction, similar to
the tires inlroduced on the 1964 Lincoln Continental'

Approximately 7 years of development.work by Ford Talihnfeed,ssebtaahbsigielhidt-yefofannicdiveeanhscyicmtleiurecthsespatrsionvIgOid.Velomitmopprtor2ov/vesedlodnrhigdaeenrdaltiinnrdge
fubior Compaiy engineers, aimed toward improvingtire appearance are other advantages. Other features:
uniformity,'along with improved appearance and longer
tire life, preceded the introduction of these tires on the tBoiasp-croorvdidaengtlehecoandstvrauncttiaogne-Csoordfs are set at an angle
1965 Comet. A special tire uniformity testing machine
was designed at Ford [ngineering for use in the devel- a low'silhouette tire

opment of these new tires. without any sacrifice in tire deflection.

Customer benefits: tVider tread and larger footprint-Afford tire traction and
o Better traction and improved braking. better cushioning of irregularities.
Contoured shoulder design-Shoulders on the tread are
. Cooler running. reduced to afford better stability, improved handling
. Up to l0% or 12% longer tire life' on curves and better cooling.
r Better directional stability, handling and ride.