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Optimal timing for a new camshaft, part number E.82448 1140, including a timing diagram.


Identifier  ExFiles\Box 102\5\  scan0148
Date  13th December 1932
  
X5090

By. {R.W. Bailey - Chief Engineer} From Hs {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} /Rn. {Mr Robinson}
c. to E. {Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer}
c. to Mx. {John H Maddocks - Chief Proving Officer}

Hs {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} /Rn. {Mr Robinson} 6/MA.13.12.32.

TIMING NEW CAMSHAFT E.82448 1140.

We have established that the best results are obtained with a timing (measured with .020 tappet clearance) where the inlet valve does not open earlier than 2° B.T.C. or close later than 50° A.T.C.

The timing, measured at the mean of these two positions, is approximately:-

[Diagram Text]
Top: 2°
Right: IN 50
Bottom Left: EX 50
Center: .020 CLOSE

Hs {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} /Rn. {Mr Robinson}
  
  
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