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1962 PCS Book

1962 PCS Index

Manufacturer:	Jaguar						Class: C
Model:		XK150, 150S (3.8)
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DESCRIPTION:
	2-Seater Coupe, Convertible, and Roadster
	Dry Weight: 
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ENGINE:	Type ..............	6 cyl dohc in line
	Bore & stroke .....	3.425" x 4.1732"
	Capacity ..........	3781 cc
	Comp ratio ........	8:1 or 9:1
	Head material .....	Alloy
	Port size .........	Intake: 1.5"; Exhaust: 1.375"
	Piston material ...	Aluminum
	Piston weight .....	23.5 oz
	Timing data:
		Intake ....	Open 15° BTDC, Close 57° ABDC
		Exhaust ...	Open 57° BBDC, Close 15° ATDC
	Valve lift: .......	0.375"
	Valve head dia:
		Intake ....	1.75"
		Exhaust ...	1.625"
	Valve spring ......	Outer 48 lbs @ 1-5/16", Inner 30 lbs @ 1-7/32"
	Carburation .......	Three SU HD8
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TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE TRAIN:
	Ratios:	
		1	3.378	2.98
		2	1.86	1.74
		3	1.283	1.21
		4	1.0	1.0
		5
	Final drive ratios: 3.54
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CHASSIS
	Wheelbase ...................	102"
	Track dimension, front ......	51.625"
	Track dimension, rear .......	51.625"
	Shock absorber ..............	Telescopic
	Steering ratio ..............	13.75:1
	Brakes ......................	Disc
	Tire size ...................	6.00 x 16
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APPROVED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
	Competition Clutch (C.16175)
	Lead-bronze bearings (C.16293-4)
	Spoke or disc wheels (C.12436-C.6749)
	Overdrive (C.16170-XK150, C.16171-XK150S)
	Automatic Transmission (C.17000)
	Thornton "Powr-Lok" differential (7380-7501)
	Alternate axle ratios: 	2.93, 3.31, 3.54, 3.77, 3.92, 4.09, 4.27, 4.55