Competition Page

1962 PCS Book

1962 PCS Index

Manufacturer:	Lotus						Class: C
Model:		7 Super Classic
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
DESCRIPTION:
	Open - 2-Seater
	Dry Weight: 900 lbs
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ENGINE:	Type ..............	Cosworth Ford 109E
	Bore & stroke .....	3.187" x 2.562"
	Capacity ..........	87.8 cu in
	Comp ratio ........	9.5:1
	Head material .....	Cast Iron
	Port size .........	Intake 1.0", Exhaust 1.0"
	Piston material ...	Aluminum
	Piston weight .....	
	Timing data:
		Intake ....	Open 50° BTDC, Close 86° ABDC
		Exhaust ...	Open 86° BBDC, Close 50° ATDC
	Valve lift: .......	0.390"
	Valve head dia:
		Intake ....	1.3"
		Exhaust ...	1.2"
	Valve spring ......	220 lb/in
	Carburation .......	Two Weber 40 DCOE-2
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE TRAIN:
	Ratios:	
		1	4.118	3.0	3.627
		2	2.396	1.99	2.374
		3	1.412	1.35	1.412
		4	1.0	1.0	1.0
		5
	Final drive ratios: 4.1, 4.5, 4.875
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CHASSIS
	Wheelbase ...................	
	Track dimension, front ......	
	Track dimension, rear .......	
	Shock absorber ..............	Telescopic
	Steering ratio ..............	3:1
	Brakes ......................	
	Tire size ...................	5.60 x 13, 5.90 x 13
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
APPROVED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
	Long range fuel tank
	HD Valve springs (250 lbs)