Hrg 1500 (1953-54)
The Car
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The Specs
Below are the technical specifications and any performance numbers we could get.
Engine
Bore & Stroke |
73mm x 89.4mm |
Displacement |
1496cc |
Firing order |
1,3,4,2 |
Oil pressure (hot) |
30 lb./sq. in. at 30 mph
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Fuel Supply
Carburetor |
SU (two) |
Needle |
E8 |
Valving
Intake tappet clearance |
0.004″ (hot) |
Exhaust tappet clearance |
0.006″ (hot) |
Valve-timing indication |
Valve cover |
Intake valve opens |
5° BTDC |
Ignition
Breaker gap |
0.012″ |
Plug gap |
0.025″ |
Ignition timing indication |
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Ignition timing |
4° – 5° BTDC
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Clutch
Clutch type |
Borg & Beck Single Plate 8″ |
Clutch linings |
Raybestos |
Brakes
Brake type |
HRG Cable Operated (Girling Hyd. optional) |
Brake linings |
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Wheel Alignment
Toe-In |
3⁄32“ |
Camber |
2½° |
Caster angle |
5°-7° |
King pin angle |
8½°
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