Mercedes-benz 300sl Petrol Injection (1956-59)
The Car
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The Specs
Below are the technical specifications and any performance numbers we could get.
Engine
Bore & Stroke |
85mm x 88mm |
Displacement |
2996cc |
Firing order |
1,5,3,6,2,4 |
Oil pressure (hot) |
71 lb./sq. in.
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Fuel Supply
Injection Pump |
Bosch Petrol Injection |
Nozzles with holders |
DC10A 30R 1/4 |
Injection Pressure |
568 to 682 lb./sq. in. |
Valving
Intake tappet clearance |
0.0031″ (cold) |
Exhaust tappet clearance |
0.078″ (cold) |
Valve-timing indication |
Gradation on flywheel vibration damper |
Intake valve opens |
11° BTDC at 0.015″ clearance (20° BTDC with special camshaft) |
Ignition
Breaker gap |
0.011″ to 0.015″ |
Plug gap |
0.021″ to 0.024″ |
Ignition timing indication |
Gradation on flywheel vibration damper |
Ignition timing |
End of injection 60° ATDC Ignition timing marked on cylinder head at 3500-4000 RPM |
Clutch
Clutch type |
Single Dry Plate |
Clutch linings |
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Brakes
Brake type |
Hydraulic-Servo |
Brake linings |
Energit 557 Ferodo VG95/1 |
Wheel Alignment
Toe-In |
0.078″ to 0.15″ (2mm to 4mm) |
Camber |
0° 20′ – 0° 45′ |
Caster angle |
5° |
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