Jaguar Xk140 (1955)
The Car
Coming soon
The Specs
Below are the technical specifications and any performance numbers we could get.
Engine
Bore & Stroke |
83mm x 106mm |
Displacement |
3442cc |
Firing order |
1,5,3,6,2,4 (Valve numbering in Jaguar is from rear of engine) |
Oil pressure (hot) |
40 lb./sq. in.
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Fuel Supply
Carburetor |
SU Twin |
Needle |
Needles vary according to tunin |
Valving
Intake tappet clearance |
0.004″ (cold) |
Exhaust tappet clearance |
0.006″ (cold) |
Valve-timing indication |
TDC marks on flywheel and crankcase |
Intake valve opens |
15° BTDC |
Ignition
Breaker gap |
0.014″ – 0.016″ |
Plug gap |
0.022″ |
Ignition timing indication |
Crankshaft damper |
Ignition timing |
8° BTDC (7:1 compression ratio); 10° BTDC (8:1 compression ratio)
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Clutch
Clutch type |
Borg & Beck 10″ Single Dry Plate |
Clutch linings |
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Brakes
Brake type |
Lockheed Hydraulic |
Brake linings |
Mintex (M20) |
Wheel Alignment
Toe-In |
0″ to 1⁄8“ |
Camber |
½° to 1° positive |
Caster angle |
2½° to 3° positive |
King pin angle |
5°
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