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Manufacturer: TVR Class: E Model: Grantura (MGA 1600) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ DESCRIPTION: 2-Seater Coupe-Fiberglass Curb Weight: 14 cwt ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ENGINE: Type .............. MGA 1600 4 cyl ohv in line Bore & stroke ..... 75.39mm x 88.9mm Capacity .......... 1588 cc Comp ratio ........ 8.3:1 Head material ..... Cast Iron Port size ......... Intake 1-1/8" dia; Exhaust 1-3/16" x 1-3/16" Piston material ... Aluminum Piston weight ..... 10 oz 8 drms Timing data: Intake .... Open 5° BTDC, Close 45° ABDC Exhaust ... Open 40° BBDC, Close 10° ATDC Valve lift: ....... 0.35" Valve head dia: Intake .... 1.5" Exhaust ... 1.281" Valve spring ...... Outer 60.5 lbs, Inner 30 lbs (fitted) Carburation ....... Two SU H4 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE TRAIN: Ratios: 1 3.637 2 2.215 3 1.373 4 1.0 5 Final drive ratios: 4.3, 4.55, 4.875 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ CHASSIS Wheelbase ................... 84" Track dimension, front ...... 52" Track dimension, rear ....... 52" Shock absorber .............. Telescopic Steering ratio .............. 2 turns Brakes ...................... Front: Disc, Rear: Drum (11 x 1-3/4") Tire size ................... 5.60 x 15 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ APPROVED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT None