Bristol 405 (1955-58)
The Car
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The Specs
Below are the technical specifications and any performance numbers we could get.
Engine
Bore & Stroke |
66mm x 96mm |
Displacement |
1971cc |
Firing order |
1,5,3,6,2,4 |
Oil pressure (hot) |
60 lb./sq. in. at 70°C |
Fuel Supply
Carburetor |
3 Solex D/D |
Choke |
26 |
Main jet |
115 |
Compensating |
240 |
Economy |
200 |
Slow running |
1mm |
Valving
Intake tappet clearance |
0.010″ – 0.012″ (hot) |
Exhaust tappet clearance |
0.010″ – 0.012″ (hot) |
Valve-timing indication |
Mark on sprockets |
Intake valve opens |
TDC with 0.044″ valve clearance |
Ignition
Breaker gap |
0.014″ – 0.016″ |
Plug gap |
0.018″ |
Ignition timing indication |
None |
Ignition timing |
5° BTDC (full retard)
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Clutch
Clutch type |
Single Dry Plate |
Clutch linings |
Woven |
Brakes
Brake type |
Hydraulic |
Brake linings |
Mintex 232K2 |
Wheel Alignment
Toe-In |
1⁄8” to 3⁄16“ |
Camber |
0° to ±½° |
Caster angle |
3½° to 4½° |
King pin angle |
5½° to 6½°
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