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Manufacturer:	Jensen					Class: D
Model:		541R
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DESCRIPTION:
	2-4 Seater Fiberglass Coupe
	Dry Weight: 3018 lbs (Approx)
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ENGINE:	Type ..............	6 cyl ohv in line
	Bore & stroke .....	3.437" x 4.375"
	Capacity ..........	3993 cc (243.4 cu in)
	Comp ratio ........	7.4:1
	Head material .....	Cast Iron
	Port size .........	Intake: 1.920"; Exhaust 1.40" x 1.80" (siamesed)
	Piston material ...	Aluminum alloy
	Piston weight .....	
	Timing data:
		Intake ....	Open 5° BTDC, Close 45° ABDC
		Exhaust ...	Open 40° BBDC, Close 10° ATDC
	Valve lift: .......	0.392
	Valve head dia:
		Intake ....	1.73"
		Exhaust ...	1.42"
	Valve spring ......	138 lb/in
	Carburation .......	Three SU H-4
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TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE TRAIN:
	Ratios:	
		1	11.98
		2	7.02
		3	4.84
		4	3.54
		5	2.75 (OD)
	Final drive ratios: 3.54
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CHASSIS
	Wheelbase ...................	105"
	Track dimension, front ......	52"
	Track dimension, rear .......	52"
	Shock absorber ..............	Front-Lever, Rear-Telescopic
	Steering ratio ..............	14.3:1
	Brakes ......................	Dunlop disc
	Tire size ...................	6.40 x 15
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