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Lotus Elan 1970 User Manual

Lotus Elan 1970
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Lotus Elan 1970 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLotus
ModelElan 1970
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and Manual Guidance

Technical Data Overview and Scope

Information on dimensions, tolerances, weights, and torque figures is available from page 9 onwards.

Technical Data: Vehicle Dimensions

Technical Data: Fluid Capacities and Engine General

Engine General Specifications

Details number of cylinders, capacity, stroke, bore grades, and compression ratio.

Engine Performance Metrics

Includes maximum BHP, torque, and road speed figures for different models.

Technical Data: Valve Guides and Seats

Technical Data: Engine Internals

Gudgeon Pin and Piston Details

Covers gudgeon pin fit and piston type, material, length, and compression height.

Technical Data: Piston Clearance, Lubrication, Fuel System

Fuel System Pump and Carburetter Settings

Covers fuel pump operation and settings for Weber 40 DCOE carburetters.

Technical Data: Carburetter and Ignition System

Zenith-Stromberg Carburetter Settings

Details settings for Zenith-Stromberg 175 CD 2S and 2SE carburetters.

Ignition System Type and Static Timing

Information on ignition system type, firing order, and static ignition timing.

Technical Data: Ignition System Components

Centrifugal Advance for Distributor 40953

Centrifugal advance figures based on crankshaft RPM for distributor Despatch No. 40953.

Technical Data: Ignition, Cooling, Clutch Systems

Technical Data: Gearbox Specifications

Gearbox Ratios and Speedometer Gears

Lists gear ratios and speedometer gear specifications based on series.

Technical Data: Brakes and Wheels/Tyres

Front and Rear Brake System Details

Disc diameters and pad materials for front and rear brakes by series.

Technical Data: Tyre Pressure, Electrical System Overview

Technical Data: Lighting and Fuel System Details

Carburettor Identification and Settings

Identification and settings for Zenith-Stromberg and Dellorto carburetters.

Torque Loading Figures: Engine Components

Cylinder Head and Crankshaft Torque

Torque settings for cylinder head, crankshaft, and connecting rod caps.

Flywheel, Timing Cover, and Jackshaft Torque

Torque values for flywheel, timing chain, and jackshaft components.

Torque Loading Figures: Gearbox, Final Drive, Front Suspension

Front Suspension Component Torque

Torque for stub axle, ball joints, wishbones, and caliper mounts.

Torque Loading Figures: Rear Suspension, Hubs, Hydraulics, General

Hub and Wheel Nut Torque Settings

Torque settings for brake disc, hub spindle, and wheel nuts.

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