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Manufacturer:	Volvo					Class: E
Model:		P1800
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DESCRIPTION:
	2-Seater Coupe (Steel)
	Dry Weight: 2480 lbs
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ENGINE:	Type ..............	4 cyl ohv in line
	Bore & stroke .....	3.313" x 3.15"
	Capacity ..........	1780 cc
	Comp ratio ........	9.5-10.5:1
	Head material .....	Cast Iron
	Port size .........	Intake 1.49", Exhaust 1.41"
	Piston material ...	Aluminum
	Piston weight .....	15-18 oz
	Timing data:
		Intake ....	Open 24° BTDC, Close 64° ABDC
		Exhaust ...	Open 62° BBDC, Close 26° ATDC
	Valve lift: .......	0.350" or 0.400"
	Valve head dia:
		Intake ....	1.575"
		Exhaust ...	1.502"
	Valve spring ......	145-150 lbs @ 1.20"
	Carburation .......	Two SU HS6
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TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE TRAIN:
	Ratios:	
		1	3.13
		2	1.99
		3	1.36
		4	1.00
		5
	Final drive ratios: 4.1, 4.56, 4.88
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CHASSIS
	Wheelbase ...................	96.5"
	Track dimension, front ......	52"
	Track dimension, rear .......	52"
	Shock absorber ..............	Telescopic
	Steering ratio ..............	15.5:1
	Brakes ......................	Front disc, rear drum
	Tire size ...................	165 x 380
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APPROVED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
	Overdrive (Ratio 0.756)
	HD Stabilizer bar