Specifications from the official MGB Workshop Manual.
Engine
18G / 18GA Engine — General
| Type |
18G, 18GA |
| Number of cylinders |
4 |
| Bore |
3.16 in. (80.26 mm) |
| Stroke |
3.5 in. (89 mm) |
| Capacity |
1798 c.c. (109.8 cu. in.) |
| Combustion chamber volume (valves fitted) |
42.5 to 43.5 c.c. (2.59 to 2.65 cu. in.) |
| Firing order |
1, 3, 4, 2 |
| Valve operation |
Overhead by push-rod |
| Compression ratio — H.C. |
8.8 : 1 |
| Compression ratio — L.C. |
8.0 : 1 |
| Compression pressure — H.C. |
160 lb./sq. in. (11.25 kg./cm.²) |
| Compression pressure — L.C. |
130 lb./sq. in. (9.15 kg./cm.²) |
| Torque — H.C. |
110 lb. ft. (15.2 kg.m.) at 3,000 r.p.m. |
| Torque — L.C. |
105 lb. ft. (14.5 kg.m.) at 3,000 r.p.m. |
| Engine idle speed (approx.) |
500 r.p.m. |
| Oversize bore — First |
.010 in. (.254 mm) |
| Oversize bore — Maximum |
.040 in. (1.016 mm) |
18GB Engine — General
The following applies to 18GB-engined cars; use in conjunction with the 18G/18GA specifications above.
18GD / 18GG Engine — General (GHN4/GHD4 and GHN5/GHD5)
The following applies to GHN4/GHD4 cars with 18GD engines and GHN5/GHD5 cars with 18GG engines; use in conjunction with the preceding specifications.
| Type |
18GD (GHN4/GHD4), 18GG (GHN5/GHD5) |
18V Engine — General (GHN5/GHD5 from Car No. 258001)
| Type — Synchromesh gearbox |
18V 581F – 18V 581Y – 18V 779F – 18V 846F |
| Type — Synchromesh gearbox with overdrive |
18V 582F – 18V 582Y – 18V 780F – 18V 847F |
| Type — Automatic transmission |
18V 583F – 18V 583Y |
Emission Control Engine Types (GHN4/GHD4 and GHN5/GHD5)
EEC = Exhaust Emission Control; ELC = Evaporative Loss Control. Service and tuning must follow Workshop Manual Supplement AKO 4957.
| Type (1967–69) |
18GF (EEC) |
| Type (1969–70) |
18GH (EEC, carburetter crankcase ventilation) |
| Type (1969–70) |
18GJ (EEC, ELC, carburetter crankcase ventilation) |
| Type (1970–71) |
18GK (EEC, ELC) |
| Type (1971–72) |
18V 5842 (EEC, ELC — non-overdrive) |
| Type (1971–72) |
18V 5852 (EEC, ELC — overdrive) |
| Type (1972–74) |
18V 6722 (EEC, ELC — non-overdrive) |
| Type (1972–74) |
18V 6732 (EEC, ELC — overdrive) |
Crankshaft
18G / 18GA
| Main journal diameter |
2.1262 to 2.127 in. (54.01 to 54.02 mm) |
| Crankpin journal diameter |
1.8759 to 1.8764 in. (47.648 to 47.661 mm) |
| Crankshaft end-thrust |
Taken on thrust washers at centre main bearing |
| Crankshaft end-float |
.004 to .005 in. (.10 to .13 mm) |
Main Bearings
18G / 18GA
| Number and type |
Three thin-wall |
| Material |
Steel-backed copper-lead |
| Length |
1¼ in. (28.5 mm) |
| Diametrical clearance |
.001 to .0027 in. (.0254 to .068 mm) |
| Undersizes |
−.010, −.020, −.030 and −.040 in. (−.254, −.508, −.762 and −1.016 mm) |
18GB
| Number and type |
Five thin-wall |
| Length — front, centre and rear |
1½ in. (28.5 mm) |
| Length — intermediate |
⅞ in. (22.23 mm) |
Connecting Rods
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Angular-split big-end, split clamp small-end |
| Length between centres |
6.5 in. (165.1 mm) |
18GB
| Type |
Angular-split big-end, bushed small-end |
18GD / 18GG
| Type |
Horizontal-split big-end, solid small-end |
| Length between centres |
6.5 in. (165.1 mm) |
| Locking method — big-end |
Multi-sided nut |
Big-End Bearings
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Shell |
| Material |
Steel-backed copper-lead |
| Length |
.995 to 1.005 in. (25.2 to 25.52 mm) |
| Diametrical clearance |
.001 to .0027 in. (.0254 to .068 mm) |
| Undersizes |
−.010, −.020, −.030 and −.040 in. (−.254, −.508, −.762 and −1.016 mm) |
| End-float on crankpin (nominal) |
.008 to .012 in. (.20 to .30 mm) |
18GB
| Length |
.775 to .785 in. (19.68 to 19.94 mm) |
Pistons
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Aluminium solid skirt |
| Clearance in cylinder — top |
.0036 to .0045 in. (.091 to .121 mm) |
| Clearance in cylinder — bottom |
.0018 to .0024 in. (.045 to .060 mm) |
| Number of rings |
4 (3 compression, 1 oil control) |
| Width of ring grooves — top, second, third |
.064 to .065 in. (1.625 to 1.651 mm) |
| Width of ring grooves — oil control |
.1578 to .1588 in. (4.008 to 4.033 mm) |
| Gudgeon pin bore |
.7501 to .7503 in. (19.052 to 19.057 mm) |
18GB
| Gudgeon pin bore |
.8126 to .8129 in. (20.610 to 20.167 mm) |
| Clearance in cylinder skirt — top |
.0006 to .0012 in. (.015 to .030 mm) |
| Clearance in cylinder skirt — bottom |
.0021 to .0033 in. (.050 to .080 mm) |
18GD / 18GG
| Type |
Aluminium solid skirt, three rings |
| Clearance of skirt in cylinder — top |
.0021 to .0033 in. (.053 to .084 mm) |
| Clearance of skirt in cylinder — bottom |
.0006 to .0012 in. (.015 to .030 mm) |
| Number of rings |
Three: 2 compression, 1 oil control |
| Width of ring grooves — compression |
.064 to .065 in. (1.625 to 1.651 mm) |
| Width of ring grooves — oil control |
.1578 to .1588 in. (4.010 to 4.033 mm) |
Piston Rings
18G / 18GA — Compression Rings
| Type — top |
Parallel, cast non-molybdenum filled |
| Type — second and third |
Tapered, cast non-molybdenum filled |
| Width — top, second and third |
.0615 to .0625 in. (1.562 to 1.587 mm) |
| Fitted gap — top, second and third |
.012 to .017 in. (.304 to .431 mm) |
| Ring to groove clearance — top, second and third |
.0015 to .0035 in. (.038 to .088 mm) |
18G / 18GA — Oil Control Ring
| Type |
Slotted scraper |
| Width |
.1552 to .1562 in. (3.94 to 3.96 mm) |
| Fitted gap |
.012 to .017 in. (.304 to .431 mm) |
| Ring to groove clearance |
.0016 to .0036 in. (.04 to .09 mm) |
18GD / 18GG — Compression Rings
| Type — top |
Plain, sintered alloy |
| Type — second |
Tapered, sintered alloy — marked ‘TOP’ |
| Fitted gap |
.012 to .022 in. (.305 to .600 mm) |
| Width |
.0615 to .0625 in. (1.56 to 1.59 mm) |
| Thickness — top |
.124 to .127 in. (3.14 to 3.22 mm) |
| Thickness — second |
.104 to .111 in. (2.64 to 2.81 mm) |
18GD / 18GG — Oil Control Ring
| Type |
Two chrome-faced rings with Apex expander |
| Fitted gap |
.015 to .045 in. (.38 to 1.14 mm) |
| Width |
.152 to .158 in. (3.86 to 4.01 mm) |
Gudgeon Pin
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Semi-floating |
| Fit in piston |
Free fit at 20°C. (68°F.) |
| Diameter (outer) |
.7499 to .7501 in. (19.04 to 19.05 mm) |
18GB
| Type |
Fully floating |
| Fit in piston |
.0001 to .00035 in. (.0025 to .007 mm) |
| Diameter (outer) |
.8124 to .8127 in. (20.608 to 20.615 mm) |
18GD / 18GG
| Type |
Press fit in connecting rod |
| Diameter |
.8125 to .8127 in. (20.63 to 20.64 mm) |
| Fit in piston |
Hand push fit at 16°C. (60°F.) |
| Fit in small-end |
12 lb. ft. (1.7 kg.m.) minimum using tool 18G 1150 with adaptor type C |
Camshaft
18G / 18GA
| Journal diameter — front |
1.78875 to 1.78925 in. (45.424 to 45.437 mm) |
| Journal diameter — centre |
1.72875 to 1.72925 in. (43.910 to 43.923 mm) |
| Journal diameter — rear |
1.62275 to 1.62325 in. (41.218 to 41.230 mm) |
| Bearing inside diameter (reamed after fitting) — front |
1.79025 to 1.79075 in. (45.472 to 45.485 mm) |
| Bearing inside diameter (reamed after fitting) — centre |
1.73025 to 1.73075 in. (43.948 to 43.961 mm) |
| Bearing inside diameter (reamed after fitting) — rear |
1.62425 to 1.62475 in. (41.256 to 41.269 mm) |
| Diametrical clearance |
.001 to .002 in. (.0254 to .0508 mm) |
| End-thrust |
Taken on locating plate |
| End-float |
.003 to .007 in. (.076 to .178 mm) |
| Cam lift |
.250 in. (6.35 mm) |
| Drive |
Chain and sprocket from crankshaft |
| Timing chain |
⅜ in. (9.52 mm) pitch × 52 pitches |
Tappets
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Barrel with flat base |
| Outside diameter |
⅓in. (20.64 mm) |
| Length |
2.293 to 2.303 in. (58.25 to 58.5 mm) |
Rocker Gear
18G / 18GA — Rocker Shaft
| Length |
14⅛ in. (356 mm) |
| Diameter |
.624 to .625 in. (15.85 to 15.87 mm) |
18G / 18GA — Rocker Arm
| Bore |
.7485 to .7495 in. (19.01 to 19.26 mm) |
| Rocker arm bush inside diameter |
.6255 to .626 in. (15.8 to 15.9 mm) |
| Ratio |
1.4 : 1 |
Valves
18G / 18GA
| Seat angle — inlet and exhaust |
45½° |
| Head diameter — inlet |
1.562 to 1.567 in. (38.67 to 38.80 mm) |
| Head diameter — exhaust |
1.343 to 1.348 in. (34.11 to 34.23 mm) |
| Stem diameter — inlet |
.3422 to .3427 in. (8.68 to 8.69 mm) |
| Stem diameter — exhaust |
.3417 to .3422 in. (8.660 to 8.661 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance — inlet |
.0015 to .0025 in. (.0381 to .0778 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance — exhaust |
.002 to .003 in. (.0508 to .0762 mm) |
| Valve lift — inlet and exhaust |
.3645 in. (9.25 mm) |
18V Engine — Early Cars (Inlet Valve)
| Seat angle |
45½° |
| Head diameter |
1.625 to 1.630 in. (41.27 to 41.40 mm) |
| Stem diameter |
0.3429 to 0.3434 in. (8.70 to 8.72 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance |
0.0008 to 0.0018 in. (0.020 to 0.046 mm) |
18V Engine — Later Cars
| Head diameter — inlet |
1.562 to 1.567 in. (39.67 to 39.80 mm) |
| Head diameter — exhaust |
1.343 to 1.348 in. (34.11 to 34.23 mm) |
| Stem diameter — inlet |
0.3429 to 0.3434 in. (8.70 to 8.72 mm) |
| Stem diameter — exhaust |
0.3423 to 0.3428 in. (8.69 to 8.70 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance — inlet |
0.0007 to 0.0019 in. (0.020 to 0.045 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance — exhaust |
0.0013 to 0.0025 in. (0.03 to 0.06 mm) |
Valve Guides
18G / 18GA
| Length — inlet |
1⅝ in. (41.275 mm) |
| Length — exhaust |
2¼ in. (55.95 mm) |
| Outside diameter — inlet and exhaust |
.5635 to .5640 in. (14.30 to 14.32 mm) |
| Inside diameter — inlet and exhaust |
.3442 to .3447 in. (8.73 to 8.74 mm) |
| Fitted height above head — inlet and exhaust |
⅝ in. (15.875 mm) |
| Interference fit in head — inlet and exhaust |
.0005 to .00175 in. (.012 to .044 mm) |
| Length — inlet (later cars) |
1¾ in. (47.63 mm) |
| Fitting height above head — inlet (later cars) |
¾ in. (19 mm) |
Valve Springs
18G / 18GA (Inner and Outer Springs)
| Free length — inner |
1⅞ in. (50.0 mm) |
| Free length — outer |
2⅛ in. (54.4 mm) |
| Fitted length — inner |
1&frac716; in. (36.5 mm) |
| Fitted length — outer |
1&frac916; in. (39.7 mm) |
| Load at fitted length — inner |
28 to 32 lb. (12.7 to 14.5 kg.) |
| Load at fitted length — outer |
72 lb. (32.7 kg.) |
| Load at top of lift — inner |
48 to 52 lb. (21.7 to 23.6 kg.) |
| Load at top of lift — outer |
117 lb. (53 kg.) |
| Valve crash speed |
6,200 r.p.m. |
18V Engine (Single Spring)
| Free length |
1.92 in. (48.77 mm) |
| Fitted length |
1.44 in. (36.58 mm) |
| Load at fitted length |
82 lb. (37.2 kg.) |
| Load at top of lift |
142 lb. (64.4 kg.) |
Valve Timing
18G / 18GA
| Timing marks |
Dimples on camshaft and crankshaft wheels |
| Rocker clearance — running |
.015 in. (.38 mm) cold |
| Rocker clearance — timing |
.055 in. (1.4 mm) |
| Inlet valve opens |
16° B.T.D.C. |
| Inlet valve closes |
56° A.B.D.C. |
| Exhaust valve opens |
51° B.B.D.C. |
| Exhaust valve closes |
21° A.T.D.C. |
Engine Lubrication
18G / 18GA
| System |
Wet sump, pressure fed |
| System pressure — running |
50 to 80 lb./sq. in. (3.51 to 5.6 kg./cm.²) |
| System pressure — idling |
10 to 25 lb./sq. in. (.7 to 1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Oil pump type |
Hobourn-Eaton or eccentric rotor |
| Oil pump capacity |
3¼ gal./min. at 2,000 r.p.m. |
| Oil filter |
Tecalemit full-flow felt element |
| By-pass valve opens |
13 to 17 lb./sq. in. (.9 to 1.1 kg./cm.²) |
| Oil pressure relief valve |
70 lb./sq. in. (4.9 kg./cm.²) |
| Relief valve spring — free length |
3 in. (76.2 mm) |
| Relief valve spring — fitted length |
2&frac316; in. (54.7 mm) |
| Relief valve spring — load at fitted length |
15.5 to 16.5 lb. (7.0 to 7.4 kg.) |
Fuel System
18G / 18GA
| Carburetters |
Twin S.U. type HS4 |
| Choke diameter |
1½ in. (38.1 mm) |
| Jet size |
.090 in. (2.2 mm) |
| Needles |
No. 5 (Standard), No. 6 (Rich), No. 21 (Weak) |
| Piston spring |
Red |
| Air cleaners |
Copper paper element |
| Fuel pump type (early cars) |
S.U. electric HP |
| Minimum flow (early pump) |
7 gal./hr. (31.8 litres/hr., 8.4 U.S. gal./hr.) |
| Suction head (early pump) |
2 ft. 6 in. (76.2 cm) |
| Delivery head (early pump) |
4 ft. (122 cm) |
| Minimum starting voltage (early pump) |
9.5 volts |
| Fuel pump type (later cars) |
S.U. electric AUF 300 |
| Minimum flow (later pump) |
15 gal./hr. (68.2 litres/hr., 18 U.S. gal./hr.) |
| Suction head (later pump) |
18 in. (457 mm) |
18GB
| Carburetter needles |
FX (Standard), No. 6 (Rich), No. 21 (Weak) |
18GD / 18GG
| Carburetter needles |
FX (Standard), No. 6 (Rich), GZ (Weak) |
Emission Control Engine Types — Carburetter Needles
| 18GF |
FX |
| 18GH – 18GJ |
AAE |
| 18GK |
AAL |
| 18V 5842 and 18V 5852 |
AAU |
| 18V 6722 and 18V 6732 |
ABO |
Fuel Tank Capacity (18GJ and 18GK engines)
| Fuel tank capacity |
12 U.S. gallons (45.4 litres) |
Cooling System
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Pressurized, pump-impeller and fan-assisted |
| Thermostat setting — standard |
74°C. (165°F.) |
| Thermostat setting — hot climate |
74°C. (165°F.) |
| Thermostat setting — cold climate |
82°C. (180°F.) |
| Pressure cap |
7 lb. (3.175 kg.) |
| Fan blades |
3 at 24° |
| Fan belt — width |
½ in. (9.5 mm) |
| Fan belt — outside length |
35½ in. (90.2 cm) |
| Fan belt — thickness |
¼ in. (7.9 mm) (approx.) |
| Fan belt — tension |
½ in. (12.8 mm) movement |
| Pump type |
Centrifugal |
| Pump drive |
Belt from crankshaft pulley |
18GD / 18GG
| Fan belt — width |
15/32 in. (11.9 mm) |
| Fan belt — length |
35½ in. (90.2 cm) at ⅜ in. width equivalent |
| Fan belt — thickness |
27/64 in. (10.7 mm) |
| Fan belt — tension |
½ in. (12.8 mm) movement at midway of longest run |
| Thermostat — normal |
82°C. (180°F.) |
| Thermostat — hot climates |
74°C. (165°F.) |
| Thermostat — cold climates |
88°C. (190°F.) |
Ignition System
18G / 18GA
| Coil |
HA.12 (oil-filled) |
| Coil primary resistance at 20°C. (68°F.) |
3.1 to 3.5 ohms (cold) |
| Coil consumption — ignition switch on |
3.9 amps |
| Coil consumption at 2,000 r.p.m. |
1.4 amps |
| Distributor |
25D4 |
| Rotation of rotor |
Anti-clockwise |
| Cam form |
4-cylinder high-lift |
| Cam closed period |
60° ± 3° |
| Cam opened period |
30° ± 3° |
| Automatic advance |
Centrifugal and vacuum |
| Automatic advance commences (H.C. – Serial No. 40897; L.C. – Serial No. 40916) |
400 r.p.m. (both) |
| Maximum advance — H.C. (crankshaft degrees) |
20° at 2,000 r.p.m. |
| Maximum advance — L.C. (crankshaft degrees) |
24° at 4,400 r.p.m. |
| Vacuum advance — H.C. |
20° at 13 in. (33.3 cm) Hg |
| Vacuum advance — L.C. |
16° at 12 in. (30.5 cm) Hg |
| Contact point gap setting |
.014 to .016 in. (.35 to .40 mm) |
| Breaker spring tension |
18 to 24 oz. (510 to 680 gm.) |
| Condenser capacity |
.18 to .24 mF |
| Timing marks |
Pointer on timing chain case and notch on crankshaft pulley |
| Static ignition timing — H.C. |
10° B.T.D.C. (98/100-octane fuel) |
| Static ignition timing — L.C. |
8° B.T.D.C. (95/97-octane fuel) |
| Stroboscopic ignition timing — H.C. |
14° B.T.D.C. at 600 r.p.m. |
| Stroboscopic ignition timing — L.C. |
12° B.T.D.C. at 600 r.p.m. |
| Suppressors |
Lucas W55 Type L.2, fitted in plug leads |
| Sparking plugs |
Champion N-9Y |
| Plug size |
14 mm, ¾ in. (19.0 mm) reach |
| Plug gap |
.024 to .026 in. (.625 to .660 mm) |
Emission Control Engine Types — Distributor Serial Numbers
| Make/type |
Lucas 25D4 |
| 18GF |
Serial No. 40897 |
| 18GH – 18GJ |
Serial No. 41155 |
| 18GK |
Serial No. 41339 |
| 18V 5842 and 18V 5852 |
Serial No. 41370 |
| 18V 6722 and 18V 6732 |
Serial No. 41491 |
Clutch
18G / 18GA
| Make and type |
Borg & Beck 8 in. D.S.G. diaphragm spring |
| Diaphragm spring colour |
Dark blue |
| Clutch plate diameter |
8 in. (20.32 cm) |
| Facing material |
Wound yarn |
| Number of damper springs |
6 |
| Damper spring load |
110 to 120 lb. (49.8 to 54.3 kg.) |
| Damper spring colour |
Black/light green |
| Clutch release bearing |
Graphite (MY3D) |
| Clutch fluid |
Lockheed Disc Brake Fluid (Series II) |
18GD / 18GG
| Clutch fluid |
Lockheed Disc Brake Fluid (Series 329) |
Gearbox and Overdrive
18G / 18GA
| Number of forward gears |
4 |
| Gearbox ratio — reverse |
4.76 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — first |
3.64 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — second |
2.21 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — third |
1.37 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — fourth |
1.00 : 1 |
| Overdrive ratio |
.802 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — reverse |
18.588 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — first |
14.214 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — second |
8.656 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — third |
5.369 : 1 (overdrive: 4.306 : 1) |
| Overall ratio — fourth |
3.909 : 1 (overdrive: 3.135 : 1) |
| Top gear speed per 1,000 r.p.m. — standard |
17.9 m.p.h. (27.3 km.p.h.) |
| Top gear speed per 1,000 r.p.m. — overdrive |
22.3 m.p.h. (35.5 km.p.h.) |
| Speedometer gear ratio — standard |
9/28 |
| Speedometer gear ratio — overdrive |
5/16 |
| Synchromesh hub springs — free length |
½ in. (12.7 mm) |
| Synchromesh hub springs — fitted length |
5/16 in. (7.9 mm) |
| Synchromesh hub springs — load at fitted length |
4 to 5 lb. (1.8 to 2.2 kg.) |
| Shaft and reverse plunger detent springs — free length |
1¼ in. (30.16 mm) |
| Shaft and reverse plunger detent springs — fitted length |
¾ in. (19.0 mm) |
| Shaft and reverse plunger detent springs — load at fitted length |
18 to 20 lb. (8.16 to 9.07 kg.) |
| Reverse plunger springs — free length |
1 in. (25.4 mm) |
| Reverse plunger springs — fitted length |
13/16 in. (20.63 mm) |
| Reverse plunger springs — load at fitted length |
91½ to 92½ lb. (41.4 to 41.9 kg.) |
| Mainshaft second and third gear end-float |
.004 to .006 in. (.10 to .15 mm) |
| Laygear end-float |
.002 to .003 in. (.05 to .08 mm) |
| Overdrive pump spring — free length |
2.000 in. (50.8 mm) |
| Overdrive pump spring — rate |
11 lb. in. (12.7 kg.cm.) |
| Overdrive clutch spring — free length |
1.510 in. (38.3 mm) |
| Overdrive clutch spring — rate |
154 lb. in. (178 kg.cm.) |
18GD / 18GG (Synchromesh Gearbox)
| Number of forward gears |
4 |
| Synchromesh |
All forward gears |
| Gearbox ratio — reverse |
3.095 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — first |
3.44 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — second |
2.167 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — third |
1.382 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — fourth |
1.000 : 1 |
| Overdrive type |
Laycock L.H. |
| Overdrive ratio |
.82 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — reverse |
12.098 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — first |
13.45 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — second |
8.47 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — third |
5.4 : 1 (overdrive: 4.43 : 1) |
| Overall ratio — fourth |
3.909 : 1 (overdrive: 3.2 : 1) |
| Top gear speed per 1,000 r.p.m. — standard |
18 m.p.h. (29 km.p.h.) |
| Top gear speed per 1,000 r.p.m. — overdrive |
22 m.p.h. (35 km.p.h.) |
| Speedometer gear ratio — standard |
10 : 26 |
| Speedometer gear ratio — overdrive |
8 : 21 |
| Synchromesh hub springs — free length |
.72 in. (18.3 mm) |
| Synchromesh hub springs — fitted length |
.385 in. (9.8 mm) |
| Synchromesh hub springs — load at fitted length |
5.5 to 6 lb. (2.5 to 2.7 kg.) |
| First and third speed gear end-float |
.005 to .008 in. (.13 to .20 mm) |
| Second gear end-float |
.005 to .008 in. (.13 to .20 mm) |
| Laygear end-float |
.002 to .003 in. (.05 to .08 mm) |
18GD / 18GG (Automatic Gearbox)
| Torque converter ratio |
2.2 : 1 to 1 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — reverse |
2.09 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — first |
2.39 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — second |
1.45 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — top |
1.00 : 1 |
| Overall ratio (converter at 1:1) — reverse |
8.17 : 1 |
| Overall ratio (converter at 1:1) — first |
9.34 : 1 |
| Overall ratio (converter at 1:1) — second |
5.668 : 1 |
| Overall ratio (converter at 1:1) — top |
3.909 : 1 |
| Speedometer gear ratio |
10 : 26 |
Propeller Shaft
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Open tubular, telescopic |
| Universal joints |
Hardy Spicer needle roller |
| Angular movement |
18° to 20° |
| Overall length fully extended — standard |
30¾ in. (78.1 cm) |
| Overall length fully extended — overdrive |
31¼ in. (81 cm) |
| Overall length fully compressed — standard |
29¼ in. (74 cm) |
| Overall length fully compressed — overdrive |
30¼ in. (76.5 cm) |
| Length of shaft assembly — standard |
25½ in. (64.3 cm) |
| Length of shaft assembly — overdrive |
26&frac316; in. (67 cm) |
| Tube diameter |
2 in. (50.8 mm) |
Rear Axle
18G / 18GA (Three-Quarter-Floating)
| Type |
Hypoid, three-quarter-floating |
| Ratio |
3.909 : 1 (11/43) |
| Differential bearing preload |
.002 in. (.05 mm) nip per bearing |
| Pinion bearing preload |
7 to 9 lb. in. (.8 to 1.0 kg.m.) |
| Backlash adjustment — crown wheel |
Shims |
| Backlash adjustment — pinion |
Head washer |
18GB — GT (Semi-Floating)
| Type |
Hypoid, semi-floating |
| Ratio |
3.909 : 1 (11/43) |
| Differential bearing preload |
.002 in. (.05 mm) nip per bearing |
| Pinion bearing preload — new collapsible spacer only |
14 to 18 lb. in. (.161 to .207 kg.m.) |
| Pinion bearing preload — oil seal change, spacer collapsed |
Adjust to preload — refer Section Ha.4 |
| Backlash adjustment — crown wheel |
Shims |
| Backlash adjustment — pinion |
Head washer |
18GD / 18GG (Semi-Floating)
| Type |
Hypoid, semi-floating |
| Ratio |
3.909 : 1 (11/43) |
| Differential bearing preload |
.002 in. (.05 mm) nip per bearing |
| Pinion bearing preload |
Refer to Section Ha.4 |
| Backlash adjustment — crown wheel |
Shims |
| Backlash adjustment — pinion |
Head washer |
Steering
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Rack and pinion |
| Steering-wheel diameter |
16½ in. (419.10 mm) |
| Turns lock to lock |
2.93 |
| Turning circle |
32 ft. (9.75 m) |
| Universal joint |
Hardy Spicer KO518, GB 166 |
| Pinion end-float |
.002 to .005 in. (.05 to .12 mm) |
| Damper end-float (unladen) |
.0005 to .003 in. (.012 to .076 mm) |
| Toe-in (unladen) |
1/16 to 3/32 in. (1.5 to 2.3 mm) |
| Angle of outer wheel with inner wheel at 20° |
19° ± 1° |
Front Suspension
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Type |
Independent, coil spring and wishbone |
| Spring coil diameter (mean) |
3.238 in. (82.2 mm) |
| Spring free height |
9.9 ± 1/16 in. (251.4 ± 1.5 mm) |
| Static length at 1,030 lb. (467.2 kg.) load |
7 ± 1/32 in. (178 ± .8 mm) |
| Number of free coils |
7.5 |
| Camber angle |
Nominal 1° positive (+¼°, −1¼°) = ¾° to 1¼° positive (unladen) |
| Castor angle |
Nominal 7° (+¼°, −2°) = 5° to 7¼° (unladen) |
| King pin inclination |
Nominal 8° (+1°, −¾°) = 7¼° to 9° |
| Dampers |
Armstrong piston type |
| Damper arm centres |
8 in. (203.2 mm) |
| Wheel bearing end-float |
.002 to .004 in. (.05 to .10 mm) |
18GB (GT)
| Spring coil diameter (mean) |
3.28 in. (83.3 mm) |
| Spring free height |
9.1 ± 1/16 in. (231 ± 1.6 mm) |
| Number of free coils |
7.2 |
| Static length at load of 1,193 lb. (541.5 kg.) ± 20 lb. (9.1 kg.) |
6.6 in. (168 mm) |
18V Engine — Tourer from Car No. 293446
| Free height |
10.20 ± 0.06 in. (259.08 ± 1.5 mm) |
| Static length at load of 1,030 ± 20 lb. (467 ± 9 kg.) |
7.24 in. (187.70 mm) |
| No. of free coils |
7.5 |
18V Engine — Tourer, Later Cars
| Free height (nominal) |
10.20 in. (259.08 mm) |
| Static length at load of 1,030 ± 20 lb. (467 ± 9 kg.) |
7.44 in. (188.98 mm) |
| No. of free coils |
9 |
18V Engine — GT from Car No. 296196
| Free height |
9.32 ± ¼ in. (236.73 ± 1.6 mm) |
| Static length at load of 1,193 ± 20 lb. (541 ± 9 kg.) |
6.84 in. (173.74 mm) |
| No. of free coils |
7.2 |
Rear Suspension
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Type |
Semi-elliptic leaf spring |
| Number of spring leaves |
5 + bottom plate; interleaving 1/2, 2/3, 3/4 |
| Width of spring leaves |
1¾ in. (44.4 mm) |
| Gauge of leaves — early cars |
7/32 in. (5.56 mm) |
| Gauge of leaves — later cars |
3 at 7/32 in. (5.6 mm), 3 at 3/16 in. (4.8 mm) |
| Working load (±15 lb. [7 kg.]) — early cars |
400 lb. (181.5 kg.) |
| Working load (±15 lb. [7 kg.]) — later cars |
450 lb. (204.1 kg.) |
| Dampers |
Armstrong piston type |
| Damper arm centres |
5¼ in. (133 mm) |
18GB (GT)
| Working load (±15 lb. [7 kg.]) |
510 lb. (231.6 kg.) |
18V Engine
| Number of spring leaves |
6, interleaving between 1/2, 2/3 |
| Width of spring leaves |
1.76 in. (44.7 mm) |
| Gauge of leaves — 1st, 2nd, 3rd |
0.2187 ± 0.006 in. (5.55 ± 0.152 mm) |
| Gauge of leaves — 4th, 5th, 6th |
0.1875 ± 0.006 in. (4.75 ± 0.152 mm) |
| Working load |
510 to 540 lbf. (231 to 245 kgf.) |
Electrical Equipment
18G / 18GA — System
| System voltage and earth |
12-volt, positive earth |
| Charging system |
Current/voltage control |
18G / 18GA — Batteries (Two 6-Volt)
| Type (early cars) |
Lucas SG9E or STGZ9E |
| Type (later cars) |
Lucas BT9E or BTZ9E |
| Capacity — 10-hour rate |
51 amp.-hr. |
| Capacity — 20-hour rate |
58 amp.-hr. |
| Plates per cell |
9 |
| Electrolyte to fill one cell |
1 pint (570 c.c., 1.2 U.S. pints) |
18G / 18GA — Regulator (RB.340)
| Voltage setting at 3,000 r.p.m. at 10°C. (50°F.) |
14.9 to 15.5 volts |
| Voltage setting at 3,000 r.p.m. at 20°C. (68°F.) |
14.7 to 15.3 volts |
| Voltage setting at 3,000 r.p.m. at 30°C. (86°F.) |
14.5 to 15.1 volts |
| Voltage setting at 3,000 r.p.m. at 40°C. (104°F.) |
14.3 to 14.9 volts |
| Current setting at 4,000 r.p.m. |
22 amps |
| Cut-out relay — cut-in voltage |
12.7 to 13.3 volts |
| Cut-out relay — drop-off voltage |
9.5 to 11.0 volts |
| Reverse current |
3.0 to 5.0 amps |
| Current regulator |
22 ± 1 amp |
18G / 18GA — Dynamo (C40/1)
| Type |
C40/1, 12-volt two-brush |
| Maximum output |
22 amps |
| Cut-in speed |
1,585 r.p.m. at 13.0 volts |
| Field resistance |
6.0 ohms |
| Brush spring tension |
22 to 25 oz. (623 to 708 gm.) |
| Drive |
Belt from crankshaft |
| Drive adjustment |
Swinging link on dynamo |
18G / 18GA — Starter Motor (M418G Inertia Type)
| Type |
M418G four-brush inertia type |
| Lock torque |
15 lb. ft. (2.1 kg.m.) at 425 amps |
| Torque at 1,000 r.p.m. |
8 lb. ft. (1.11 kg.m.) at 250 to 270 amps |
| Brush spring tension |
32 to 40 oz. (907 to 1,133 gm.) |
| Starter gear ratio |
13.3 : 1 |
18G / 18GA — Wiper Motor (DR.3A)
| Type |
DR.3A single speed |
| Drive to wheelboxes |
Rack and cable |
| Armature end-float |
.008 to .012 in. (.20 to .30 mm) |
| Running current |
2.7 to 3.4 amps |
| Wiping speed |
45 to 50 cycles per minute |
18G / 18GA — Horns
| Type |
9H 12-volt |
| Maximum current consumption |
3½ amps |
18GD / 18GG — System
| System voltage and earth |
12-volt, negative earth |
18GD / 18GG — Batteries (Two 6-Volt)
| Type (early cars) |
Lucas BT9E or BTZ9E |
| Type (later cars) |
Lucas CA9E |
| Capacity — 10-hour rate (early) |
51 amp.-hour |
| Capacity — 10-hour rate (later) |
53 amp.-hour |
| Capacity — 20-hour rate (early) |
58 amp.-hour |
| Capacity — 20-hour rate (later) |
60 amp.-hour |
| Plates per cell |
9 |
| Electrolyte to fill one cell |
1 pint (570 c.c., 1.2 U.S. pints) |
18GD / 18GG — Control Box (4TR Electronic)
| Type |
4TR Electronic |
| Voltage setting |
14.3 to 14.7 volts at 5,000 r.p.m. |
18GD Engine — Alternator (Lucas 16AC)
| Type |
Lucas 16AC |
| Output at 14 volts and 6,000 r.p.m. |
34 amps |
| Maximum permissible rotor speed |
12,500 r.p.m. |
| Pulley ratio — alternator/crankshaft |
1.795 : 1 |
| Stator phases |
3 |
| Rotor poles |
12 |
| Rotor winding resistance |
4.33 ohms ± 5% at 20°C. (68°F.) |
| Brush length (new) |
½ in. (12.6 mm) |
| Brush spring tension |
7 to 10 oz. (198 to 283 gm.) with brush face flush with brush box |
18GG Engine — Alternator (Lucas 16ACR)
| Type |
Lucas 16ACR |
| Output and specifications |
Data as 16AC (above) |
18GD / 18GG — Starter Motor (Lucas M418G Pre-Engaged)
| Type |
Lucas M418G Pre-engaged |
| Light running current |
70 amp. at 5,800 to 6,500 r.p.m. |
| Lock torque |
17 lb. ft. (2.35 kg.m.) at 465 amps |
| Torque at 1,000 r.p.m. |
7 lb. ft. (.97 kg.m.) at 260 amps |
| Solenoid closing coil resistance |
.13 to .15 ohm |
| Solenoid hold-on coil resistance |
.63 to .73 ohm |
| Brush spring tension |
36 oz. (1.02 kg.) |
18GD / 18GG — Starter Motor Relay (Lucas 6RA)
| Type |
Lucas Model 6RA – 33243 |
| Winding resistance |
76 ohms |
| Air gap (contacts open) |
.030 ± .005 in. (.76 ± .13 mm) |
| Air gap (contacts closed) |
.010 ± .003 in. (.25 ± .08 mm) |
| Cut-in voltage |
4.0 to 7.5 volts |
| Drop-off voltage |
5 volts (maximum) |
18GD / 18GG — Wiper Motor (Lucas 14W Two-Speed)
| Type |
Lucas 14W (two-speed) |
| Armature end-float |
.004 to .008 in. (.10 to .21 mm) |
| Light running current — normal speed |
1.5 amp |
| Light running current — high speed |
2.0 amp |
| Light running speed — normal |
46 to 52 r.p.m. |
| Light running speed — high |
60 to 70 r.p.m. |
18V Engine — Starter Motor (Lucas 2M 100)
| Type |
Lucas 2M 100 Pre-engaged |
| Brush spring tension |
36 oz. (1.02 kg.) |
| Minimum brush length |
⅜ in. (9.5 mm) |
| Minimum commutator thickness |
0.140 in. (3.5 mm) |
| Lock torque |
14.4 lb. ft. (2.02 kg.m.) with 463 amps |
| Torque at 1,000 r.p.m. |
7.3 lb. ft. (1.02 kg.m.) with 300 amps |
| Light running current |
40 amp. at 6,000 r.p.m. (approx.) |
| Maximum armature end-float |
0.010 in. (0.25 mm) |
| Solenoid closing (series) winding resistance |
0.25 to 0.27 ohm |
| Solenoid hold-on (shunt) winding resistance |
0.76 to 0.80 ohm |
Brakes
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Lockheed hydraulic — disc front, drum rear |
| Brake fluid |
Lockheed Disc Brake Fluid (Series II) |
| Front disc diameter |
10¾ in. (27.3 cm) |
| Front pad material |
Don 55-FF |
| Front swept area |
203.2 sq. in. (1,311 cm.²) |
| Rear drum diameter |
10 in. (25.4 cm) |
| Rear lining material |
Don 24-FE |
| Rear swept area |
106.8 sq. in. (683.9 cm.²) |
| Rear lining dimensions |
9&frac1116; × 1¾ × 3/16 in. (240 × 44.4 × 4.76 mm) |
18GD / 18GG
| Brake fluid |
Lockheed Disc Brake Fluid (Series 329) |
Wheels
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Type |
Ventilated disc, 4-stud fixing; wire (optional) |
| Size — disc |
4J × 14 |
| Size — wire |
4½J × 14 |
18GB (GT)
18GD / 18GG
| Pressed disc — Tourer |
4½ × 14 |
| Pressed disc — GT |
5½ × 14 |
| Pressed spoked |
5½ F/H × 14 |
| Wire (optional) |
4½J × 14 (60-spoke) |
Tyres
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Standard size |
5.60-14 (tubed) |
| Rolling radius (standard, at 30 m.p.h.) |
11.65 in. (29.5 cm) |
| Optional size |
155-14 |
18GB (GT)
| Optional size — early cars |
165-14 SP41 |
| Optional size — later cars |
165-14 SP68 |
Tyre Pressures
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Standard 5.60-14 — normal weight, front |
18 lb./sq. in. (1.3 kg./cm.²) |
| Standard 5.60-14 — normal weight, rear |
18 lb./sq. in. (1.3 kg./cm.²) |
| Standard 5.60-14 — sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., front |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Standard 5.60-14 — sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Optional 155-14 — normal weight, front |
21 lb./sq. in. (1.5 kg./cm.²) |
| Optional 155-14 — normal weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Optional 155-14 — sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., front |
27 lb./sq. in. (1.9 kg./cm.²) |
| Optional 155-14 — sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., rear |
31 lb./sq. in. (2.2 kg./cm.²) |
Rear tyre pressures may be increased by 2 lb./sq. in. (.14 kg./cm.²) when towing with a laden boot.
18GB (GT) — Standard Tyres (set cold)
| Normal weight, front |
20 lb./sq. in. (1.4 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., front |
26 lb./sq. in. (1.8 kg./cm.²) |
| Sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., rear |
30 lb./sq. in. (2.1 kg./cm.²) |
18GB (GT) — Optional Tyres (set cold)
| Normal weight, front |
21 lb./sq. in. (1.5 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., front |
28 lb./sq. in. (2.0 kg./cm.²) |
| Sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., rear |
31 lb./sq. in. (2.2 kg./cm.²) |
18GD / 18GG (Tourer) — 5.60-14S Cross-Ply
| Normal car weight, front |
19 lb./sq. in. (1.34 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal car weight, rear |
22 lb./sq. in. (1.55 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, front |
19 lb./sq. in. (1.34 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.69 kg./cm.²) |
18GD / 18GG (Tourer) — 155SR-14 Radial-Ply
| Normal car weight, front |
21 lb./sq. in. (1.48 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal car weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.69 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, front |
21 lb./sq. in. (1.48 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, rear |
26 lb./sq. in. (1.83 kg./cm.²) |
18GD / 18GG (GT)
| Normal car weight, front |
20 lb./sq. in. (1.4 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal car weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.69 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, front |
20 lb./sq. in. (1.4 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, rear |
26 lb./sq. in. (1.83 kg./cm.²) |
| Tyre size (GT) |
165SR-14 (pressures as Tourer above) |
For sustained speeds at or near maximum, increase the above tyre pressures by 6 lb./sq. in. (.42 kg./cm.²).
Capacities
18G / 18GA
| Fuel tank — early cars |
10 gallons (45.4 litres, 12 U.S. gallons) |
| Fuel tank — later cars |
12 gallons (54 litres, 14 U.S. gallons) |
| Cooling system |
9½ pints (5.4 litres, 11.4 U.S. pints) |
| Heater |
½ pint (.28 litre, .6 U.S. pint) |
| Engine sump |
7½ pints (4.26 litres, 9 U.S. pints) |
| Oil cooler |
¾ pint (.42 litre, .9 U.S. pint) |
| Gearbox |
4½ pints (2.56 litres, 5.6 U.S. pints) |
| Gearbox and overdrive |
6 pints (3.36 litres, 6 U.S. pints) |
| Rear axle |
2¼ pints (1.28 litres, 2.75 U.S. pints) |
| Steering rack |
½ pint (.19 litre, .39 U.S. pint) |
18GB — Additional
| Rear axle (semi-floating type) |
1¼ pints (.85 litre, 2 U.S. pints) |
18GD / 18GG
| Gearbox |
5¼ pints (3 litres, 6 U.S. pints) |
| Gearbox and overdrive |
6 pints (3.4 litres, 7 U.S. pints) |
| Automatic gearbox |
10½ pints (6 litres, 12.7 U.S. pints) |
| Rear axle |
1½ pints (.85 litres, 2 U.S. pints) |
18V Engine — GHN5/GHD5 from Car No. 410002
| Fuel tank |
12 gallons (54.5 litres, 14.4 U.S. gallons) |
| Cooling system |
11½ pints (6.6 litres, 13.8 U.S. pints) |
| Cooling system with heater |
12 pints (6.8 litres, 14.4 U.S. pints) |
Dimensions
18G / 18GA
| Overall length |
12 ft. 8½ in. (3.874 m) |
| Overall length (with over-riders) |
12 ft. 9¼ in. (3.897 m) |
| Overall width |
4 ft. 11&frac516; in. (152.3 cm) |
| Overall height (hood erected) |
4 ft. 1⅜ in. (125.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance (minimum) |
5 in. (12.7 cm) |
| Wheelbase |
7 ft. 7 in. (231.1 cm) |
| Track — front (disc wheels) |
4 ft. 1 in. (124.4 cm) |
| Track — rear (disc wheels) |
4 ft. 1¼ in. (125 cm) |
| Track — front (wire wheels) |
4 ft. 1¼ in. (125 cm) |
| Track — rear (wire wheels) |
4 ft. 1¼ in. (125 cm) |
18GB (GT)
| Overall height (GT) |
4 ft. 1¾ in. (126.3 cm) |
18V Engine — GHN5/GHD5 from Car No. 410002
| Track — front |
4 ft. 1½ in. (124.7 cm) |
| Track — rear |
4 ft. 1¾ in. (126.4 cm) |
Weights
18G / 18GA
| Unladen weight |
1,920 lb. (871 kg.) |
| Engine (dry, with clutch) |
358 lb. (163.3 kg.) approx. |
| Gearbox |
78 lb. (35.5 kg.) approx. |
| Rear axle — disc wheels |
117½ lb. (53.26 kg.) approx. |
| Rear axle — wire wheels |
123 lb. (55.79 kg.) approx. |
18GB (GT)
| Unladen weight (GT) |
2,190 lb. (993 kg.) |
18GD / 18GG
| Kerbside weight — Tourer |
2,303 lb. (1,044 kg.) |
| Kerbside weight — GT |
2,401 lb. (1,088 kg.) |
| Normal weight (kerbside + driver, passenger, 50 lb. luggage) — Tourer |
2,653 lb. (1,203 kg.) |
| Normal weight — GT |
2,751 lb. (1,248 kg.) |
| Maximum weight (normal + towbar hitch load) — Tourer |
2,753 lb. (1,249 kg.) |
| Maximum weight — GT |
2,851 lb. (1,293 kg.) |
| Maximum permissible towing weight — Tourer and GT |
1,680 lb. (762 kg.) |
| Maximum towbar hitch load — Tourer and GT |
100 lb. (45 kg.) |
18V Engine (GHN5/GHD5)
| Kerbside weight — Tourer |
2,394 lb. (1,088 kg.) |
| Kerbside weight — GT |
2,446 lb. (1,110 kg.) |
| Normal weight (kerbside + driver and passenger) — Tourer |
2,694 lb. (1,223 kg.) |
| Normal weight — GT |
2,746 lb. (1,245 kg.) |
| Gross weight — Tourer |
2,814 lb. (1,277 kg.) |
| Gross weight — GT |
2,866 lb. (1,301 kg.) |
| Maximum permissible towing weight — Tourer and GT |
1,680 lb. (762 kg.) |
| Maximum towbar hitch load — Tourer and GT |
100 lb. (45 kg.) |
| Maximum roof rack load (GT) |
50 lb. (23 kg.) |
Torque Wrench Settings
18G / 18GA — Engine
| Main bearing nuts |
70 lb. ft. (9.7 kg.m.) |
| Flywheel set screws |
40 lb. ft. (5.5 kg.m.) |
| Gudgeon pin clamp bolt |
25 lb. ft. (3.4 kg.m.) |
| Big-end bolts |
35 to 40 lb. ft. (4.8 to 5.5 kg.m.) |
| Cylinder head nuts |
45 to 50 lb. ft. (6.2 to 6.9 kg.m.) |
| Rocker bracket nuts |
25 lb. ft. (3.4 kg.m.) |
| Oil pump to crankcase |
14 lb. ft. (1.9 kg.m.) |
| Sump to crankcase |
6 lb. ft. (.8 kg.m.) |
| Cylinder side cover screws |
2 lb. ft. (.28 kg.m.) |
| Cylinder side cover screws (second type, deep pressed cover) |
5 lb. ft. (.7 kg.m.) |
| Timing cover — ¼ in. screws |
6 lb. ft. (.8 kg.m.) |
| Timing cover — 5/16 in. screws |
14 lb. ft. (1.9 kg.m.) |
| Rear plate — 5/16 in. screws |
20 lb. ft. (2.8 kg.m.) |
| Rear plate — ⅜ in. screws |
30 lb. ft. (4.1 kg.m.) |
| Water pump to crankcase |
17 lb. ft. (2.4 kg.m.) |
| Water outlet elbow nuts |
8 lb. ft. (1.1 kg.m.) |
| Rocker cover nuts |
4 lb. ft. (.56 kg.m.) |
| Manifold nuts |
15 lb. ft. (2.1 kg.m.) |
| Oil filter centre-bolt |
15 lb. ft. (2.1 kg.m.) |
| Clutch to flywheel |
25 to 30 lb. ft. (3.4 to 4.1 kg.m.) |
| Carburetter stud nuts |
2 lb. ft. (.28 kg.m.) |
| Distributor clamp bolt (nut trapped) |
4.16 lb. ft. (.57 kg.m.) |
| Distributor clamp nut (bolt trapped) |
2.5 lb. ft. (.35 kg.m.) |
| Fan blade fixing screws |
7.3 to 9.3 lb. ft. (1.0 to 1.3 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Rear Axle
| Crown wheel to differential carrier |
55 to 60 lb. ft. (7.6 to 8.3 kg.m.) |
| Differential bearing cap |
60 to 65 lb. ft. (8.3 to 8.9 kg.m.) |
| Pinion bearing nut |
135 to 140 lb. ft. (18.6 to 19.3 kg.m.) |
| Rear brake adjuster securing nuts |
5 to 7 lb. ft. (.69 to .97 kg.m.) |
| Bearing retaining nut |
180 lb. ft. (24.8 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Rear Suspension
| Rear shock absorber bolts |
55 to 60 lb. ft. (7.6 to 8.3 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Front Suspension
| Front shock absorber bolts |
43 to 45 lb. ft. (5.9 to 6.2 kg.m.) |
| Brake disc to hub |
40 to 45 lb. ft. (5.5 to 6.2 kg.m.) |
| Brake calliper mounting |
40 to 45 lb. ft. (5.5 to 6.2 kg.m.) |
| Bearing retaining nut |
40 to 70 lb. ft. (5.5 to 9.7 kg.m.) |
| Cross-member to body |
54 to 56 lb. ft. (7.5 to 7.7 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Steering
| Steering arm bolts |
60 to 65 lb. ft. (8.3 to 8.9 kg.m.) |
| Steering wheel nut |
41 to 43 lb. ft. (5.7 to 5.9 kg.m.) |
| Steering tie-rod lock nut |
33.3 to 37.5 lb. ft. (4.6 to 5.2 kg.m.) |
| Steering lever ball joint nut |
34 to 35 lb. ft. (4.7 to 4.8 kg.m.) |
| Steering universal joint bolt |
20 to 22 lb. ft. (2.8 to 3.0 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Road Wheels
| Road wheel nuts |
60 to 65 lb. ft. (8.3 to 9.0 kg.m.) |
18GB — Rear Axle
| Half-shaft nut (semi-floating axle) |
150 lb. ft. (20.75 kg.m.) |
| Differential bearing cap bolts |
50 to 55 lb. ft. (6.9 to 7.6 kg.m.) |
| Crown wheel bolts |
60 to 65 lb. ft. (8.3 to 8.9 kg.m.) |
| Pinion nut — new spacer only |
180 to 220 lb. ft. (28.89 to 30.42 kg.m.) |
| Pinion nut — oil seal change |
Adjust to preload — see Section Ha |
| Axle shaft nut |
150 lb. ft. (20.6 kg.m.) aligned to next split pin hole |
18GD / 18GG — Automatic Gearbox
| Converter to drive plate bolts |
25 to 30 lb. ft. (3.46 to 4.15 kg.m.) |
| Transmission case to converter housing bolts |
8 to 13 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.8 kg.m.) |
| Extension housing to transmission case bolts |
8 to 13 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.8 kg.m.) |
| Oil pan to gearbox bolts |
8 to 13 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.8 kg.m.) |
| Front servo bolts |
8 to 13 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.8 kg.m.) |
| Rear servo bolts |
13 to 27 lb. ft. (1.8 to 3.73 kg.m.) |
| Pump adaptor to housing screw |
2 to 3 lb. ft. (.28 to .41 kg.m.) |
| Pump adaptor to housing bolts |
17 to 32 lb. ft. (2.35 to 4.43 kg.m.) |
| Pump adaptor to transmission case bolts |
8 to 18.5 lb. ft. (1.1 to 2.55 kg.m.) |
| Manual shaft locknut |
7 to 9 lb. ft. (.97 to 1.24 kg.m.) |
| Pressure adaptor plug |
4 to 5 lb. ft. (.55 to .69 kg.m.) |
| Drain plug |
8 to 10 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.38 kg.m.) |
| Upper valve body to lower valve body screws |
20 to 30 lb. in. (.23 to .345 kg.m.) |
| Lower valve body to upper valve body screws |
20 to 30 lb. in. (.23 to .345 kg.m.) |
| Oil tube and end plate to valve body screws |
20 to 30 lb. in. (.23 to .345 kg.m.) |
| Valve bodies to transmission case bolts |
4.5 to 9 lb. ft. (.61 to 1.24 kg.m.) |
| Cam bracket screws |
20 to 40 lb. in. (.23 to .46 kg.m.) |
| Governor to counter-weight screws |
4 to 5 lb. ft. (.55 to .69 kg.m.) |
| Governor cover-plate screws |
20 to 48 lb. in. (.23 to .552 kg.m.) |
| Front servo adjusting screw locknut |
15 to 20 lb. ft. (2.07 to 2.77 kg.m.) |
| Rear servo adjusting screw locknut |
25 to 30 lb. ft. (3.46 to 4.15 kg.m.) |
| Starter inhibitor switch locknut |
4 to 6 lb. ft. (.55 to .83 kg.m.) |
| Downshift cable adaptor bolts |
8 to 9 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.24 kg.m.) |
| Filler tube connector sleeve to transmission case |
20 to 30 lb. ft. (2.76 to 4.15 kg.m.) |
| Filler tube to connector sleeve nut |
17 to 18 lb. ft. (2.35 to 2.49 kg.m.) |
| Stone-guard screws |
17 to 19 lb. in. (.196 to .219 kg.m.) |
| Driving flange nut |
55 to 60 lb. ft. (7.6 to 8.3 kg.m.) |
| Centre support bolts |
10 to 18 lb. ft. (1.38 to 2.49 kg.m.) |
18GD / 18GG — General
| Stiffnut to cross-member mounting bolt |
44 to 46 lb. ft. (6.08 to 6.36 kg.m.) |
| Gearbox remote control cover to tunnel |
7.5 to 9.5 lb. ft. (1.04 to 1.31 kg.m.) |
| Hydraulic brake pipe connection — 3/8 in. UNF |
5 to 7 lb. ft. (.69 to .96 kg.m.) |
| Hydraulic brake pipe connection — ¼ in. UNF |
7 to 10 lb. ft. (.96 to 1.38 kg.m.) |
| Steering-wheel nut — ¼ in. UNF |
27 to 29 lb. ft. (3.73 to 4.01 kg.m.) |
| Steering-wheel nut — 5/8 in. UNF |
41 to 43 lb. ft. (5.66 to 5.94 kg.m.) |
18GD / 18GG — Electrical
| Alternator shaft nut |
25 to 30 lb. ft. (3.46 to 4.15 kg.m.) |
GHN5/GHD5 — Emission Control Cars — General
| Interior mirror special screw |
5 lb. in. (.058 kg.m.) |
| Steering-column top fixing bolts |
12 to 17 lb. ft. (1.66 to 2.35 kg.m.) |
| Steering-column universal joint bolts |
20 to 22 lb. ft. (2.8 to 3.04 kg.m.) |
| Steering-wheel nut |
36 to 38 lb. ft. (4.98 to 5.26 kg.m.) |
| Steering-wheel nut — ¼ in. UNF |
27 to 29 lb. ft. (3.73 to 4.00 kg.m.) |
| Master cylinder port adaptors |
33 lb. ft. (4.56 kg.m.) |
| Master cylinder reservoir fixing bolts |
5 lb. ft. (.69 kg.m.) |
| Brake pressure failure switch (nylon) |
15 lb. in. (.173 kg.m.) |
| Brake pressure failure switch assembly end plug |
200 lb. in. (2.3 kg.m.) |
| Hydraulic brake pipe connection — 3/8 in. UNF |
5 to 7 lb. ft. (.69 to .96 kg.m.) |
| Hydraulic brake pipe connection — 5/16 in. UNF |
7 to 10 lb. ft. (.96 to 1.38 kg.m.) |
18V Engine — Engine
| Big-end nuts (12-sided) |
33 lbf. ft. (4.5 kgf.m.) |
| Crankshaft pulley nut |
70 lbf. ft. (9.6 kgf.m.) |
| Camshaft nut |
65 lbf. ft. (8.9 kgf.m.) |
| Carburetter stud nuts |
15 lbf. ft. (2.1 kgf.m.) |
| Spark plugs |
18 lbf. ft. (2.5 kgf.m.) |
| Oil pipe banjo |
37 lbf. ft. maximum (5.1 kgf.m.) |
| Oil release valve dome nut |
43 lbf. ft. (5.9 kgf.m.) |
| Front plate — 3/8 in. screws |
20 lbf. ft. (2.8 kgf.m.) |
| Rear plate — ¼ in. screws |
30 lbf. ft. (4.1 kgf.m.) |
| Rear engine mounting bolt |
38 lbf. ft. (5.22 kgf.m.) |
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Specifications from the official MGB Workshop Manual.
Engine
18G / 18GA Engine — General
| Type |
18G, 18GA |
| Number of cylinders |
4 |
| Bore |
3.16 in. (80.26 mm) |
| Stroke |
3.5 in. (89 mm) |
| Capacity |
1798 c.c. (109.8 cu. in.) |
| Combustion chamber volume (valves fitted) |
42.5 to 43.5 c.c. (2.59 to 2.65 cu. in.) |
| Firing order |
1, 3, 4, 2 |
| Valve operation |
Overhead by push-rod |
| Compression ratio — H.C. |
8.8 : 1 |
| Compression ratio — L.C. |
8.0 : 1 |
| Compression pressure — H.C. |
160 lb./sq. in. (11.25 kg./cm.²) |
| Compression pressure — L.C. |
130 lb./sq. in. (9.15 kg./cm.²) |
| Torque — H.C. |
110 lb. ft. (15.2 kg.m.) at 3,000 r.p.m. |
| Torque — L.C. |
105 lb. ft. (14.5 kg.m.) at 3,000 r.p.m. |
| Engine idle speed (approx.) |
500 r.p.m. |
| Oversize bore — first |
.010 in. (.254 mm) |
| Oversize bore — maximum |
.040 in. (1.016 mm) |
18GB Engine — General
The following applies to 18GB-engined cars; use in conjunction with the 18G/18GA specifications above.
18GD / 18GG Engine — General (GHN4/GHD4 and GHN5/GHD5)
The following applies to GHN4/GHD4 cars with 18GD engines and GHN5/GHD5 cars with 18GG engines; use in conjunction with the preceding specifications.
| Type |
18GD (GHN4/GHD4), 18GG (GHN5/GHD5) |
18V Engine — General (GHN5/GHD5 from Car No. 258001)
| Type — synchromesh gearbox |
18V 581F – 18V 581Y – 18V 779F – 18V 846F |
| Type — synchromesh gearbox with overdrive |
18V 582F – 18V 582Y – 18V 780F – 18V 847F |
| Type — automatic transmission |
18V 583F – 18V 583Y |
Emission Control Engine Types (GHN4/GHD4 and GHN5/GHD5)
EEC = Exhaust Emission Control; ELC = Evaporative Loss Control. Service and tuning must follow Workshop Manual Supplement AKO 4957.
| Type (1967–69) |
18GF (EEC) |
| Type (1969–70) |
18GH (EEC, carburetter crankcase ventilation) |
| Type (1969–70) |
18GJ (EEC, ELC, carburetter crankcase ventilation) |
| Type (1970–71) |
18GK (EEC, ELC) |
| Type (1971–72) |
18V 5842 (EEC, ELC — non-overdrive) |
| Type (1971–72) |
18V 5852 (EEC, ELC — overdrive) |
| Type (1972–74) |
18V 6722 (EEC, ELC — non-overdrive) |
| Type (1972–74) |
18V 6732 (EEC, ELC — overdrive) |
Crankshaft
18G / 18GA
| Main journal diameter |
2.1262 to 2.127 in. (54.01 to 54.02 mm) |
| Crankpin journal diameter |
1.8759 to 1.8764 in. (47.648 to 47.661 mm) |
| Crankshaft end-thrust |
Taken on thrust washers at centre main bearing |
| Crankshaft end-float |
.004 to .005 in. (.10 to .13 mm) |
Main Bearings
18G / 18GA
| Number and type |
Three thin-wall |
| Material |
Steel-backed copper-lead |
| Length |
1¼ in. (28.5 mm) |
| Diametrical clearance |
.001 to .0027 in. (.0254 to .068 mm) |
| Undersizes |
−.010, −.020, −.030 and −.040 in. (−.254, −.508, −.762 and −1.016 mm) |
18GB
| Number and type |
Five thin-wall |
| Length — front, centre and rear |
1½ in. (28.5 mm) |
| Length — intermediate |
7/8 in. (22.23 mm) |
Connecting Rods
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Angular-split big-end, split clamp small-end |
| Length between centres |
6.5 in. (165.1 mm) |
18GB
| Type |
Angular-split big-end, bushed small-end |
18GD / 18GG
| Type |
Horizontal-split big-end, solid small-end |
| Length between centres |
6.5 in. (165.1 mm) |
| Locking method — big-end |
Multi-sided nut |
Big-End Bearings
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Shell |
| Material |
Steel-backed copper-lead |
| Length |
.995 to 1.005 in. (25.2 to 25.52 mm) |
| Diametrical clearance |
.001 to .0027 in. (.0254 to .068 mm) |
| Undersizes |
−.010, −.020, −.030 and −.040 in. (−.254, −.508, −.762 and −1.016 mm) |
| End-float on crankpin (nominal) |
.008 to .012 in. (.20 to .30 mm) |
18GB
| Length |
.775 to .785 in. (19.68 to 19.94 mm) |
Pistons
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Aluminium solid skirt |
| Clearance in cylinder — top |
.0036 to .0045 in. (.091 to .121 mm) |
| Clearance in cylinder — bottom |
.0018 to .0024 in. (.045 to .060 mm) |
| Number of rings |
4 (3 compression, 1 oil control) |
| Width of ring grooves — top, second, third |
.064 to .065 in. (1.625 to 1.651 mm) |
| Width of ring grooves — oil control |
.1578 to .1588 in. (4.008 to 4.033 mm) |
| Gudgeon pin bore |
.7501 to .7503 in. (19.052 to 19.057 mm) |
18GB
| Gudgeon pin bore |
.8126 to .8129 in. (20.610 to 20.167 mm) |
| Clearance in cylinder skirt — top |
.0006 to .0012 in. (.015 to .030 mm) |
| Clearance in cylinder skirt — bottom |
.0021 to .0033 in. (.050 to .080 mm) |
18GD / 18GG
| Type |
Aluminium solid skirt, three rings |
| Clearance of skirt in cylinder — top |
.0021 to .0033 in. (.053 to .084 mm) |
| Clearance of skirt in cylinder — bottom |
.0006 to .0012 in. (.015 to .030 mm) |
| Number of rings |
Three: 2 compression, 1 oil control |
| Width of ring grooves — compression |
.064 to .065 in. (1.625 to 1.651 mm) |
| Width of ring grooves — oil control |
.1578 to .1588 in. (4.010 to 4.033 mm) |
Piston Rings
18G / 18GA — Compression Rings
| Type — top |
Parallel, cast non-molybdenum filled |
| Type — second and third |
Tapered, cast non-molybdenum filled |
| Width — top, second and third |
.0615 to .0625 in. (1.562 to 1.587 mm) |
| Fitted gap — top, second and third |
.012 to .017 in. (.304 to .431 mm) |
| Ring to groove clearance — top, second and third |
.0015 to .0035 in. (.038 to .088 mm) |
18G / 18GA — Oil Control Ring
| Type |
Slotted scraper |
| Width |
.1552 to .1562 in. (3.94 to 3.96 mm) |
| Fitted gap |
.012 to .017 in. (.304 to .431 mm) |
| Ring to groove clearance |
.0016 to .0036 in. (.04 to .09 mm) |
18GD / 18GG — Compression Rings
| Type — top |
Plain, sintered alloy |
| Type — second |
Tapered, sintered alloy — marked ‘TOP’ |
| Fitted gap |
.012 to .022 in. (.305 to .600 mm) |
| Width |
.0615 to .0625 in. (1.56 to 1.59 mm) |
| Thickness — top |
.124 to .127 in. (3.14 to 3.22 mm) |
| Thickness — second |
.104 to .111 in. (2.64 to 2.81 mm) |
18GD / 18GG — Oil Control Ring
| Type |
Two chrome-faced rings with Apex expander |
| Fitted gap |
.015 to .045 in. (.38 to 1.14 mm) |
| Width |
.152 to .158 in. (3.86 to 4.01 mm) |
Gudgeon Pin
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Semi-floating |
| Fit in piston |
Free fit at 20°C. (68°F.) |
| Diameter (outer) |
.7499 to .7501 in. (19.04 to 19.05 mm) |
18GB
| Type |
Fully floating |
| Fit in piston |
.0001 to .00035 in. (.0025 to .007 mm) |
| Diameter (outer) |
.8124 to .8127 in. (20.608 to 20.615 mm) |
18GD / 18GG
| Type |
Press fit in connecting rod |
| Diameter |
.8125 to .8127 in. (20.63 to 20.64 mm) |
| Fit in piston |
Hand push fit at 16°C. (60°F.) |
| Fit in small-end |
12 lb. ft. (1.7 kg.m.) minimum using tool 18G 1150 with adaptor type C |
Camshaft
18G / 18GA
| Journal diameter — front |
1.78875 to 1.78925 in. (45.424 to 45.437 mm) |
| Journal diameter — centre |
1.72875 to 1.72925 in. (43.910 to 43.923 mm) |
| Journal diameter — rear |
1.62275 to 1.62325 in. (41.218 to 41.230 mm) |
| Bearing inside diameter (reamed after fitting) — front |
1.79025 to 1.79075 in. (45.472 to 45.485 mm) |
| Bearing inside diameter (reamed after fitting) — centre |
1.73025 to 1.73075 in. (43.948 to 43.961 mm) |
| Bearing inside diameter (reamed after fitting) — rear |
1.62425 to 1.62475 in. (41.256 to 41.269 mm) |
| Diametrical clearance |
.001 to .002 in. (.0254 to .0508 mm) |
| End-thrust |
Taken on locating plate |
| End-float |
.003 to .007 in. (.076 to .178 mm) |
| Cam lift |
.250 in. (6.35 mm) |
| Drive |
Chain and sprocket from crankshaft |
| Timing chain |
3/8 in. (9.52 mm) pitch × 52 pitches |
Tappets
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Barrel with flat base |
| Outside diameter |
13/16 in. (20.64 mm) |
| Length |
2.293 to 2.303 in. (58.25 to 58.5 mm) |
Rocker Gear
18G / 18GA — Rocker Shaft
| Length |
14⅛ in. (356 mm) |
| Diameter |
.624 to .625 in. (15.85 to 15.87 mm) |
18G / 18GA — Rocker Arm
| Bore |
.7485 to .7495 in. (19.01 to 19.26 mm) |
| Rocker arm bush inside diameter |
.6255 to .626 in. (15.8 to 15.9 mm) |
| Ratio |
1.4 : 1 |
Valves
18G / 18GA
| Seat angle — inlet and exhaust |
45½° |
| Head diameter — inlet |
1.562 to 1.567 in. (38.67 to 38.80 mm) |
| Head diameter — exhaust |
1.343 to 1.348 in. (34.11 to 34.23 mm) |
| Stem diameter — inlet |
.3422 to .3427 in. (8.68 to 8.69 mm) |
| Stem diameter — exhaust |
.3417 to .3422 in. (8.660 to 8.661 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance — inlet |
.0015 to .0025 in. (.0381 to .0778 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance — exhaust |
.002 to .003 in. (.0508 to .0762 mm) |
| Valve lift — inlet and exhaust |
.3645 in. (9.25 mm) |
18V Engine — Early Cars (Inlet Valve)
| Seat angle |
45½° |
| Head diameter |
1.625 to 1.630 in. (41.27 to 41.40 mm) |
| Stem diameter |
0.3429 to 0.3434 in. (8.70 to 8.72 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance |
0.0008 to 0.0018 in. (0.020 to 0.046 mm) |
18V Engine — Later Cars (Inlet and Exhaust)
| Head diameter — inlet |
1.562 to 1.567 in. (39.67 to 39.80 mm) |
| Head diameter — exhaust |
1.343 to 1.348 in. (34.11 to 34.23 mm) |
| Stem diameter — inlet |
0.3429 to 0.3434 in. (8.70 to 8.72 mm) |
| Stem diameter — exhaust |
0.3423 to 0.3428 in. (8.69 to 8.70 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance — inlet |
0.0007 to 0.0019 in. (0.020 to 0.045 mm) |
| Stem to guide clearance — exhaust |
0.0013 to 0.0025 in. (0.03 to 0.06 mm) |
Valve Guides
18G / 18GA
| Length — inlet |
1⅝ in. (41.275 mm) |
| Length — exhaust |
2¼ in. (55.95 mm) |
| Outside diameter — inlet and exhaust |
.5635 to .5640 in. (14.30 to 14.32 mm) |
| Inside diameter — inlet and exhaust |
.3442 to .3447 in. (8.73 to 8.74 mm) |
| Fitted height above head — inlet and exhaust |
5/8 in. (15.875 mm) |
| Interference fit in head — inlet and exhaust |
.0005 to .00175 in. (.012 to .044 mm) |
| Length — inlet (later cars) |
1¾ in. (47.63 mm) |
| Fitting height above head — inlet (later cars) |
¾ in. (19 mm) |
Valve Springs
18G / 18GA (Inner and Outer Springs)
| Free length — inner |
1⅞ in. (50.0 mm) |
| Free length — outer |
2⅛ in. (54.4 mm) |
| Fitted length — inner |
1&frac716; in. (36.5 mm) |
| Fitted length — outer |
1&frac916; in. (39.7 mm) |
| Load at fitted length — inner |
28 to 32 lb. (12.7 to 14.5 kg.) |
| Load at fitted length — outer |
72 lb. (32.7 kg.) |
| Load at top of lift — inner |
48 to 52 lb. (21.7 to 23.6 kg.) |
| Load at top of lift — outer |
117 lb. (53 kg.) |
| Valve crash speed |
6,200 r.p.m. |
18V Engine (Single Spring)
| Free length |
1.92 in. (48.77 mm) |
| Fitted length |
1.44 in. (36.58 mm) |
| Load at fitted length |
82 lb. (37.2 kg.) |
| Load at top of lift |
142 lb. (64.4 kg.) |
Valve Timing
18G / 18GA
| Timing marks |
Dimples on camshaft and crankshaft wheels |
| Rocker clearance — running |
.015 in. (.38 mm) cold |
| Rocker clearance — timing |
.055 in. (1.4 mm) |
| Inlet valve opens |
16° B.T.D.C. |
| Inlet valve closes |
56° A.B.D.C. |
| Exhaust valve opens |
51° B.B.D.C. |
| Exhaust valve closes |
21° A.T.D.C. |
Engine Lubrication
18G / 18GA
| System |
Wet sump, pressure fed |
| System pressure — running |
50 to 80 lb./sq. in. (3.51 to 5.6 kg./cm.²) |
| System pressure — idling |
10 to 25 lb./sq. in. (.7 to 1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Oil pump type |
Hobourn-Eaton or eccentric rotor |
| Oil pump capacity |
3¼ gal./min. at 2,000 r.p.m. |
| Oil filter |
Tecalemit full-flow felt element |
| By-pass valve opens |
13 to 17 lb./sq. in. (.9 to 1.1 kg./cm.²) |
| Oil pressure relief valve |
70 lb./sq. in. (4.9 kg./cm.²) |
| Relief valve spring — free length |
3 in. (76.2 mm) |
| Relief valve spring — fitted length |
2&frac316; in. (54.7 mm) |
| Relief valve spring — load at fitted length |
15.5 to 16.5 lb. (7.0 to 7.4 kg.) |
Fuel System
18G / 18GA
| Carburetters |
Twin S.U. type HS4 |
| Choke diameter |
1½ in. (38.1 mm) |
| Jet size |
.090 in. (2.2 mm) |
| Needles |
No. 5 (Standard), No. 6 (Rich), No. 21 (Weak) |
| Piston spring |
Red |
| Air cleaners |
Copper paper element |
| Fuel pump type — early cars |
S.U. electric HP |
| Minimum flow (early pump) |
7 gal./hr. (31.8 litres/hr., 8.4 U.S. gal./hr.) |
| Suction head (early pump) |
2 ft. 6 in. (76.2 cm) |
| Delivery head (early pump) |
4 ft. (122 cm) |
| Minimum starting voltage (early pump) |
9.5 volts |
| Fuel pump type — later cars |
S.U. electric AUF 300 |
| Minimum flow (later pump) |
15 gal./hr. (68.2 litres/hr., 18 U.S. gal./hr.) |
| Suction head (later pump) |
18 in. (457 mm) |
18GB
| Carburetter needles |
FX (Standard), No. 6 (Rich), No. 21 (Weak) |
18GD / 18GG
| Carburetter needles |
FX (Standard), No. 6 (Rich), GZ (Weak) |
Emission Control Engine Types — Carburetter Needles
| 18GF |
FX |
| 18GH – 18GJ |
AAE |
| 18GK |
AAL |
| 18V 5842 and 18V 5852 |
AAU |
| 18V 6722 and 18V 6732 |
ABO |
Emission Control — Fuel Tank Capacity
| Fuel tank capacity (18GJ and 18GK engines) |
12 U.S. gallons (45.4 litres) |
Cooling System
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Pressurized, pump-impeller and fan-assisted |
| Thermostat setting — standard |
74°C. (165°F.) |
| Thermostat setting — hot climate |
74°C. (165°F.) |
| Thermostat setting — cold climate |
82°C. (180°F.) |
| Pressure cap |
7 lb. (3.175 kg.) |
| Fan blades |
3 at 24° |
| Fan belt — width |
½ in. (9.5 mm) |
| Fan belt — outside length |
35½ in. (90.2 cm) |
| Fan belt — thickness |
¼ in. (7.9 mm) approx. |
| Fan belt — tension |
½ in. (12.8 mm) movement |
| Pump type |
Centrifugal |
| Pump drive |
Belt from crankshaft pulley |
18GD / 18GG
| Fan belt — width |
15/32 in. (11.9 mm) |
| Fan belt — length |
35½ in. (90.2 cm) at 3/8 in. width equivalent |
| Fan belt — thickness |
27/64 in. (10.7 mm) |
| Fan belt — tension |
½ in. (12.8 mm) movement at midway of longest run |
| Thermostat — normal |
82°C. (180°F.) |
| Thermostat — hot climates |
74°C. (165°F.) |
| Thermostat — cold climates |
88°C. (190°F.) |
Ignition System
18G / 18GA
| Coil |
HA.12 (oil-filled) |
| Coil primary resistance at 20°C. (68°F.) |
3.1 to 3.5 ohms (cold) |
| Coil consumption — ignition switch on |
3.9 amps |
| Coil consumption at 2,000 r.p.m. |
1.4 amps |
| Distributor |
25D4 |
| Rotation of rotor |
Anti-clockwise |
| Cam form |
4-cylinder high-lift |
| Cam closed period |
60° ± 3° |
| Cam opened period |
30° ± 3° |
| Automatic advance |
Centrifugal and vacuum |
| Automatic advance commences — H.C. (Serial No. 40897) and L.C. (Serial No. 40916) |
400 r.p.m. (both) |
| Maximum advance — H.C. (crankshaft degrees) |
20° at 2,000 r.p.m. |
| Maximum advance — L.C. (crankshaft degrees) |
24° at 4,400 r.p.m. |
| Vacuum advance — H.C. |
20° at 13 in. (33.3 cm) Hg |
| Vacuum advance — L.C. |
16° at 12 in. (30.5 cm) Hg |
| Contact point gap setting |
.014 to .016 in. (.35 to .40 mm) |
| Breaker spring tension |
18 to 24 oz. (510 to 680 gm.) |
| Condenser capacity |
.18 to .24 mF |
| Timing marks |
Pointer on timing chain case and notch on crankshaft pulley |
| Static ignition timing — H.C. |
10° B.T.D.C. (98/100-octane fuel) |
| Static ignition timing — L.C. |
8° B.T.D.C. (95/97-octane fuel) |
| Stroboscopic ignition timing — H.C. |
14° B.T.D.C. at 600 r.p.m. |
| Stroboscopic ignition timing — L.C. |
12° B.T.D.C. at 600 r.p.m. |
| Suppressors |
Lucas W55 Type L.2, fitted in plug leads |
| Sparking plugs |
Champion N-9Y |
| Plug size |
14 mm, 3/4 in. (19.0 mm) reach |
| Plug gap |
.024 to .026 in. (.625 to .660 mm) |
Emission Control Engine Types — Distributor Serial Numbers
| Make/type |
Lucas 25D4 |
| 18GF |
Serial No. 40897 |
| 18GH – 18GJ |
Serial No. 41155 |
| 18GK |
Serial No. 41339 |
| 18V 5842 and 18V 5852 |
Serial No. 41370 |
| 18V 6722 and 18V 6732 |
Serial No. 41491 |
Clutch
18G / 18GA
| Make and type |
Borg & Beck 8 in. D.S.G. diaphragm spring |
| Diaphragm spring colour |
Dark blue |
| Clutch plate diameter |
8 in. (20.32 cm) |
| Facing material |
Wound yarn |
| Number of damper springs |
6 |
| Damper spring load |
110 to 120 lb. (49.8 to 54.3 kg.) |
| Damper spring colour |
Black/light green |
| Clutch release bearing |
Graphite (MY3D) |
| Clutch fluid |
Lockheed Disc Brake Fluid (Series II) |
18GD / 18GG
| Clutch fluid |
Lockheed Disc Brake Fluid (Series 329) |
Gearbox and Overdrive
18G / 18GA
| Number of forward gears |
4 |
| Gearbox ratio — reverse |
4.76 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — first |
3.64 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — second |
2.21 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — third |
1.37 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — fourth |
1.00 : 1 |
| Overdrive ratio |
.802 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — reverse |
18.588 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — first |
14.214 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — second |
8.656 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — third |
5.369 : 1 (overdrive: 4.306 : 1) |
| Overall ratio — fourth |
3.909 : 1 (overdrive: 3.135 : 1) |
| Top gear speed per 1,000 r.p.m. — standard |
17.9 m.p.h. (27.3 km.p.h.) |
| Top gear speed per 1,000 r.p.m. — overdrive |
22.3 m.p.h. (35.5 km.p.h.) |
| Speedometer gear ratio — standard |
9/28 |
| Speedometer gear ratio — overdrive |
5/16 |
| Synchromesh hub springs — free length |
½ in. (12.7 mm) |
| Synchromesh hub springs — fitted length |
5/16 in. (7.9 mm) |
| Synchromesh hub springs — load at fitted length |
4 to 5 lb. (1.8 to 2.2 kg.) |
| Shaft and reverse plunger detent springs — free length |
1¼ in. (30.16 mm) |
| Shaft and reverse plunger detent springs — fitted length |
¾ in. (19.0 mm) |
| Shaft and reverse plunger detent springs — load at fitted length |
18 to 20 lb. (8.16 to 9.07 kg.) |
| Reverse plunger springs — free length |
1 in. (25.4 mm) |
| Reverse plunger springs — fitted length |
13/16 in. (20.63 mm) |
| Reverse plunger springs — load at fitted length |
91½ to 92½ lb. (41.4 to 41.9 kg.) |
| Mainshaft second and third gear end-float |
.004 to .006 in. (.10 to .15 mm) |
| Laygear end-float |
.002 to .003 in. (.05 to .08 mm) |
| Overdrive pump spring — free length |
2.000 in. (50.8 mm) |
| Overdrive pump spring — rate |
11 lb. in. (12.7 kg.cm.) |
| Overdrive clutch spring — free length |
1.510 in. (38.3 mm) |
| Overdrive clutch spring — rate |
154 lb. in. (178 kg.cm.) |
18GD / 18GG (Synchromesh Gearbox)
| Number of forward gears |
4 |
| Synchromesh |
All forward gears |
| Gearbox ratio — reverse |
3.095 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — first |
3.44 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — second |
2.167 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — third |
1.382 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — fourth |
1.000 : 1 |
| Overdrive type |
Laycock L.H. |
| Overdrive ratio |
.82 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — reverse |
12.098 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — first |
13.45 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — second |
8.47 : 1 |
| Overall ratio — third |
5.4 : 1 (overdrive: 4.43 : 1) |
| Overall ratio — fourth |
3.909 : 1 (overdrive: 3.2 : 1) |
| Top gear speed per 1,000 r.p.m. — standard |
18 m.p.h. (29 km.p.h.) |
| Top gear speed per 1,000 r.p.m. — overdrive |
22 m.p.h. (35 km.p.h.) |
| Speedometer gear ratio — standard |
10 : 26 |
| Speedometer gear ratio — overdrive |
8 : 21 |
| Synchromesh hub springs — free length |
.72 in. (18.3 mm) |
| Synchromesh hub springs — fitted length |
.385 in. (9.8 mm) |
| Synchromesh hub springs — load at fitted length |
5.5 to 6 lb. (2.5 to 2.7 kg.) |
| First and third speed gear end-float |
.005 to .008 in. (.13 to .20 mm) |
| Second gear end-float |
.005 to .008 in. (.13 to .20 mm) |
| Laygear end-float |
.002 to .003 in. (.05 to .08 mm) |
18GD / 18GG (Automatic Gearbox)
| Torque converter ratio |
2.2 : 1 to 1 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — reverse |
2.09 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — first |
2.39 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — second |
1.45 : 1 |
| Gearbox ratio — top |
1.00 : 1 |
| Overall ratio (converter at 1:1) — reverse |
8.17 : 1 |
| Overall ratio (converter at 1:1) — first |
9.34 : 1 |
| Overall ratio (converter at 1:1) — second |
5.668 : 1 |
| Overall ratio (converter at 1:1) — top |
3.909 : 1 |
| Speedometer gear ratio |
10 : 26 |
Propeller Shaft
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Open tubular, telescopic |
| Universal joints |
Hardy Spicer needle roller |
| Angular movement |
18° to 20° |
| Overall length fully extended — standard |
30¾ in. (78.1 cm) |
| Overall length fully extended — overdrive |
31¼ in. (81 cm) |
| Overall length fully compressed — standard |
29¼ in. (74 cm) |
| Overall length fully compressed — overdrive |
30¼ in. (76.5 cm) |
| Length of shaft assembly — standard |
25½ in. (64.3 cm) |
| Length of shaft assembly — overdrive |
26&frac316; in. (67 cm) |
| Tube diameter |
2 in. (50.8 mm) |
Rear Axle
18G / 18GA (Three-Quarter-Floating)
| Type |
Hypoid, three-quarter-floating |
| Ratio |
3.909 : 1 (11/43) |
| Differential bearing preload |
.002 in. (.05 mm) nip per bearing |
| Pinion bearing preload |
7 to 9 lb. in. (.8 to 1.0 kg.m.) |
| Backlash adjustment — crown wheel |
Shims |
| Backlash adjustment — pinion |
Head washer |
18GB — GT (Semi-Floating)
| Type |
Hypoid, semi-floating |
| Ratio |
3.909 : 1 (11/43) |
| Differential bearing preload |
.002 in. (.05 mm) nip per bearing |
| Pinion bearing preload — new collapsible spacer only |
14 to 18 lb. in. (.161 to .207 kg.m.) |
| Pinion bearing preload — oil seal change, spacer collapsed |
Adjust to preload — refer Section Ha.4 |
| Backlash adjustment — crown wheel |
Shims |
| Backlash adjustment — pinion |
Head washer |
18GD / 18GG (Semi-Floating)
| Type |
Hypoid, semi-floating |
| Ratio |
3.909 : 1 (11/43) |
| Differential bearing preload |
.002 in. (.05 mm) nip per bearing |
| Pinion bearing preload |
Refer to Section Ha.4 |
| Backlash adjustment — crown wheel |
Shims |
| Backlash adjustment — pinion |
Head washer |
Steering
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Rack and pinion |
| Steering-wheel diameter |
16½ in. (419.10 mm) |
| Turns lock to lock |
2.93 |
| Turning circle |
32 ft. (9.75 m) |
| Universal joint |
Hardy Spicer KO518, GB 166 |
| Pinion end-float |
.002 to .005 in. (.05 to .12 mm) |
| Damper end-float (unladen) |
.0005 to .003 in. (.012 to .076 mm) |
| Toe-in (unladen) |
1/16 to 3/32 in. (1.5 to 2.3 mm) |
| Angle of outer wheel with inner wheel at 20° |
19° ± 1° |
Front Suspension
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Type |
Independent, coil spring and wishbone |
| Spring coil diameter (mean) |
3.238 in. (82.2 mm) |
| Spring free height |
9.9 ± 1/16 in. (251.4 ± 1.5 mm) |
| Static length at 1,030 lb. (467.2 kg.) load |
7 ± 1/32 in. (178 ± .8 mm) |
| Number of free coils |
7.5 |
| Camber angle |
Nominal 1° positive (+¼°, −1¼°) = ¾° to 1¼° positive (unladen) |
| Castor angle |
Nominal 7° (+¼°, −2°) = 5° to 7¼° (unladen) |
| King pin inclination |
Nominal 8° (+1°, −¾°) = 7¼° to 9° |
| Dampers |
Armstrong piston type |
| Damper arm centres |
8 in. (203.2 mm) |
| Wheel bearing end-float |
.002 to .004 in. (.05 to .10 mm) |
18GB (GT)
| Spring coil diameter (mean) |
3.28 in. (83.3 mm) |
| Spring free height |
9.1 ± 1/16 in. (231 ± 1.6 mm) |
| Number of free coils |
7.2 |
| Static length at load of 1,193 lb. (541.5 kg.) ± 20 lb. (9.1 kg.) |
6.6 in. (168 mm) |
18V Engine — Tourer from Car No. 293446
| Free height |
10.20 ± 0.06 in. (259.08 ± 1.5 mm) |
| Static length at load of 1,030 ± 20 lb. (467 ± 9 kg.) |
7.24 in. (187.70 mm) |
| No. of free coils |
7.5 |
18V Engine — Tourer, Later Cars
| Free height (nominal) |
10.20 in. (259.08 mm) |
| Static length at load of 1,030 ± 20 lb. (467 ± 9 kg.) |
7.44 in. (188.98 mm) |
| No. of free coils |
9 |
18V Engine — GT from Car No. 296196
| Free height |
9.32 ± ¼ in. (236.73 ± 1.6 mm) |
| Static length at load of 1,193 ± 20 lb. (541 ± 9 kg.) |
6.84 in. (173.74 mm) |
| No. of free coils |
7.2 |
Rear Suspension
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Type |
Semi-elliptic leaf spring |
| Number of spring leaves |
5 + bottom plate; interleaving 1/2, 2/3, 3/4 |
| Width of spring leaves |
1¾ in. (44.4 mm) |
| Gauge of leaves — early cars |
7/32 in. (5.56 mm) |
| Gauge of leaves — later cars |
3 at 7/32 in. (5.6 mm), 3 at 3/16 in. (4.8 mm) |
| Working load (±15 lb. [7 kg.]) — early cars |
400 lb. (181.5 kg.) |
| Working load (±15 lb. [7 kg.]) — later cars |
450 lb. (204.1 kg.) |
| Dampers |
Armstrong piston type |
| Damper arm centres |
5¼ in. (133 mm) |
18GB (GT)
| Working load (±15 lb. [7 kg.]) |
510 lb. (231.6 kg.) |
18V Engine
| Number of spring leaves |
6, interleaving between 1/2, 2/3 |
| Width of spring leaves |
1.76 in. (44.7 mm) |
| Gauge of leaves — 1st, 2nd, 3rd |
0.2187 ± 0.006 in. (5.55 ± 0.152 mm) |
| Gauge of leaves — 4th, 5th, 6th |
0.1875 ± 0.006 in. (4.75 ± 0.152 mm) |
| Working load |
510 to 540 lbf. (231 to 245 kgf.) |
Electrical Equipment
18G / 18GA — System
| System voltage and earth |
12-volt, positive earth |
| Charging system |
Current/voltage control |
18G / 18GA — Batteries (Two 6-Volt)
| Type — early cars |
Lucas SG9E or STGZ9E |
| Type — later cars |
Lucas BT9E or BTZ9E |
| Capacity — 10-hour rate |
51 amp.-hr. |
| Capacity — 20-hour rate |
58 amp.-hr. |
| Plates per cell |
9 |
| Electrolyte to fill one cell |
1 pint (570 c.c., 1.2 U.S. pints) |
18G / 18GA — Regulator (RB.340)
| Voltage setting at 3,000 r.p.m. at 10°C. (50°F.) |
14.9 to 15.5 volts |
| Voltage setting at 3,000 r.p.m. at 20°C. (68°F.) |
14.7 to 15.3 volts |
| Voltage setting at 3,000 r.p.m. at 30°C. (86°F.) |
14.5 to 15.1 volts |
| Voltage setting at 3,000 r.p.m. at 40°C. (104°F.) |
14.3 to 14.9 volts |
| Current setting at 4,000 r.p.m. |
22 amps |
| Cut-out relay — cut-in voltage |
12.7 to 13.3 volts |
| Cut-out relay — drop-off voltage |
9.5 to 11.0 volts |
| Reverse current |
3.0 to 5.0 amps |
| Current regulator |
22 ± 1 amp |
18G / 18GA — Dynamo (C40/1)
| Type |
C40/1, 12-volt two-brush |
| Maximum output |
22 amps |
| Cut-in speed |
1,585 r.p.m. at 13.0 volts |
| Field resistance |
6.0 ohms |
| Brush spring tension |
22 to 25 oz. (623 to 708 gm.) |
| Drive |
Belt from crankshaft |
| Drive adjustment |
Swinging link on dynamo |
18G / 18GA — Starter Motor (M418G Inertia Type)
| Type |
M418G four-brush inertia type |
| Lock torque |
15 lb. ft. (2.1 kg.m.) at 425 amps |
| Torque at 1,000 r.p.m. |
8 lb. ft. (1.11 kg.m.) at 250 to 270 amps |
| Brush spring tension |
32 to 40 oz. (907 to 1,133 gm.) |
| Starter gear ratio |
13.3 : 1 |
18G / 18GA — Wiper Motor (DR.3A)
| Type |
DR.3A single speed |
| Drive to wheelboxes |
Rack and cable |
| Armature end-float |
.008 to .012 in. (.20 to .30 mm) |
| Running current |
2.7 to 3.4 amps |
| Wiping speed |
45 to 50 cycles per minute |
18G / 18GA — Horns
| Type |
9H 12-volt |
| Maximum current consumption |
3½ amps |
18GD / 18GG — System
| System voltage and earth |
12-volt, negative earth |
18GD / 18GG — Batteries (Two 6-Volt)
| Type — early cars |
Lucas BT9E or BTZ9E |
| Type — later cars |
Lucas CA9E |
| Capacity — 10-hour rate (early) |
51 amp.-hour |
| Capacity — 10-hour rate (later) |
53 amp.-hour |
| Capacity — 20-hour rate (early) |
58 amp.-hour |
| Capacity — 20-hour rate (later) |
60 amp.-hour |
| Plates per cell |
9 |
| Electrolyte to fill one cell |
1 pint (570 c.c., 1.2 U.S. pints) |
18GD / 18GG — Control Box (4TR Electronic)
| Type |
4TR Electronic |
| Voltage setting |
14.3 to 14.7 volts at 5,000 r.p.m. |
18GD Engine — Alternator (Lucas 16AC)
| Type |
Lucas 16AC |
| Output at 14 volts and 6,000 r.p.m. |
34 amps |
| Maximum permissible rotor speed |
12,500 r.p.m. |
| Pulley ratio — alternator/crankshaft |
1.795 : 1 |
| Stator phases |
3 |
| Rotor poles |
12 |
| Rotor winding resistance |
4.33 ohms ± 5% at 20°C. (68°F.) |
| Brush length (new) |
½ in. (12.6 mm) |
| Brush spring tension |
7 to 10 oz. (198 to 283 gm.) with brush face flush with brush box |
18GG Engine — Alternator (Lucas 16ACR)
| Type |
Lucas 16ACR |
| Output and specifications |
Data as 16AC (above) |
18GD / 18GG — Starter Motor (Lucas M418G Pre-Engaged)
| Type |
Lucas M418G Pre-engaged |
| Light running current |
70 amp. at 5,800 to 6,500 r.p.m. |
| Lock torque |
17 lb. ft. (2.35 kg.m.) at 465 amps |
| Torque at 1,000 r.p.m. |
7 lb. ft. (.97 kg.m.) at 260 amps |
| Solenoid closing coil resistance |
.13 to .15 ohm |
| Solenoid hold-on coil resistance |
.63 to .73 ohm |
| Brush spring tension |
36 oz. (1.02 kg.) |
18GD / 18GG — Starter Motor Relay (Lucas 6RA)
| Type |
Lucas Model 6RA – 33243 |
| Winding resistance |
76 ohms |
| Air gap — contacts open |
.030 ± .005 in. (.76 ± .13 mm) |
| Air gap — contacts closed |
.010 ± .003 in. (.25 ± .08 mm) |
| Cut-in voltage |
4.0 to 7.5 volts |
| Drop-off voltage |
5 volts (maximum) |
18GD / 18GG — Wiper Motor (Lucas 14W Two-Speed)
| Type |
Lucas 14W (two-speed) |
| Armature end-float |
.004 to .008 in. (.10 to .21 mm) |
| Light running current — normal speed |
1.5 amp |
| Light running current — high speed |
2.0 amp |
| Light running speed — normal |
46 to 52 r.p.m. |
| Light running speed — high |
60 to 70 r.p.m. |
18V Engine — Starter Motor (Lucas 2M 100)
| Type |
Lucas 2M 100 Pre-engaged |
| Brush spring tension |
36 oz. (1.02 kg.) |
| Minimum brush length |
3/8 in. (9.5 mm) |
| Minimum commutator thickness |
0.140 in. (3.5 mm) |
| Lock torque |
14.4 lb. ft. (2.02 kg.m.) with 463 amps |
| Torque at 1,000 r.p.m. |
7.3 lb. ft. (1.02 kg.m.) with 300 amps |
| Light running current |
40 amp. at 6,000 r.p.m. (approx.) |
| Maximum armature end-float |
0.010 in. (0.25 mm) |
| Solenoid closing (series) winding resistance |
0.25 to 0.27 ohm |
| Solenoid hold-on (shunt) winding resistance |
0.76 to 0.80 ohm |
Brakes
18G / 18GA
| Type |
Lockheed hydraulic — disc front, drum rear |
| Brake fluid |
Lockheed Disc Brake Fluid (Series II) |
| Front disc diameter |
10¾ in. (27.3 cm) |
| Front pad material |
Don 55-FF |
| Front swept area |
203.2 sq. in. (1,311 cm.²) |
| Rear drum diameter |
10 in. (25.4 cm) |
| Rear lining material |
Don 24-FE |
| Rear swept area |
106.8 sq. in. (683.9 cm.²) |
| Rear lining dimensions |
9&frac1116; × 1¾ × 3/16 in. (240 × 44.4 × 4.76 mm) |
18GD / 18GG
| Brake fluid |
Lockheed Disc Brake Fluid (Series 329) |
Wheels
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Type |
Ventilated disc, 4-stud fixing; wire (optional) |
| Size — disc |
4J × 14 |
| Size — wire |
4½J × 14 |
18GB (GT)
18GD / 18GG
| Pressed disc — Tourer |
4½ × 14 |
| Pressed disc — GT |
5½ × 14 |
| Pressed spoked |
5½ F/H × 14 |
| Wire (optional) |
4½J × 14 (60-spoke) |
Tyres
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Standard size |
5.60-14 (tubed) |
| Rolling radius (standard, at 30 m.p.h.) |
11.65 in. (29.5 cm) |
| Optional size |
155-14 |
18GB (GT)
| Optional size — early cars |
165-14 SP41 |
| Optional size — later cars |
165-14 SP68 |
Tyre Pressures
18G / 18GA (Tourer)
| Standard 5.60-14 — normal weight, front |
18 lb./sq. in. (1.3 kg./cm.²) |
| Standard 5.60-14 — normal weight, rear |
18 lb./sq. in. (1.3 kg./cm.²) |
| Standard 5.60-14 — sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., front |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Standard 5.60-14 — sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Optional 155-14 — normal weight, front |
21 lb./sq. in. (1.5 kg./cm.²) |
| Optional 155-14 — normal weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Optional 155-14 — sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., front |
27 lb./sq. in. (1.9 kg./cm.²) |
| Optional 155-14 — sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., rear |
31 lb./sq. in. (2.2 kg./cm.²) |
Rear tyre pressures may be increased by 2 lb./sq. in. (.14 kg./cm.²) when towing with a laden boot.
18GB (GT) — Standard Tyres (set cold)
| Normal weight, front |
20 lb./sq. in. (1.4 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., front |
26 lb./sq. in. (1.8 kg./cm.²) |
| Sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., rear |
30 lb./sq. in. (2.1 kg./cm.²) |
18GB (GT) — Optional Tyres (set cold)
| Normal weight, front |
21 lb./sq. in. (1.5 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.7 kg./cm.²) |
| Sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., front |
28 lb./sq. in. (2.0 kg./cm.²) |
| Sustained speeds over 90 m.p.h., rear |
31 lb./sq. in. (2.2 kg./cm.²) |
18GD / 18GG (Tourer) — 5.60-14S Cross-Ply
| Normal car weight, front |
19 lb./sq. in. (1.34 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal car weight, rear |
22 lb./sq. in. (1.55 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, front |
19 lb./sq. in. (1.34 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.69 kg./cm.²) |
18GD / 18GG (Tourer) — 155SR-14 Radial-Ply
| Normal car weight, front |
21 lb./sq. in. (1.48 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal car weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.69 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, front |
21 lb./sq. in. (1.48 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, rear |
26 lb./sq. in. (1.83 kg./cm.²) |
18GD / 18GG (GT)
| Normal car weight, front |
20 lb./sq. in. (1.4 kg./cm.²) |
| Normal car weight, rear |
24 lb./sq. in. (1.69 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, front |
20 lb./sq. in. (1.4 kg./cm.²) |
| Maximum weight, rear |
26 lb./sq. in. (1.83 kg./cm.²) |
| Tyre size (GT) |
165SR-14 (pressures as Tourer above) |
For sustained speeds at or near maximum, increase the above tyre pressures by 6 lb./sq. in. (.42 kg./cm.²).
Capacities
18G / 18GA
| Fuel tank — early cars |
10 gallons (45.4 litres, 12 U.S. gallons) |
| Fuel tank — later cars |
12 gallons (54 litres, 14 U.S. gallons) |
| Cooling system |
9½ pints (5.4 litres, 11.4 U.S. pints) |
| Heater |
½ pint (.28 litre, .6 U.S. pint) |
| Engine sump |
7½ pints (4.26 litres, 9 U.S. pints) |
| Oil cooler |
¾ pint (.42 litre, .9 U.S. pint) |
| Gearbox |
4½ pints (2.56 litres, 5.6 U.S. pints) |
| Gearbox and overdrive |
6 pints (3.36 litres, 6 U.S. pints) |
| Rear axle |
2¼ pints (1.28 litres, 2.75 U.S. pints) |
| Steering rack |
½ pint (.19 litre, .39 U.S. pint) |
18GB — Additional
| Rear axle (semi-floating type) |
1¼ pints (.85 litre, 2 U.S. pints) |
18GD / 18GG
| Gearbox |
5¼ pints (3 litres, 6 U.S. pints) |
| Gearbox and overdrive |
6 pints (3.4 litres, 7 U.S. pints) |
| Automatic gearbox |
10½ pints (6 litres, 12.7 U.S. pints) |
| Rear axle |
1½ pints (.85 litres, 2 U.S. pints) |
18V Engine — GHN5/GHD5 from Car No. 410002
| Fuel tank |
12 gallons (54.5 litres, 14.4 U.S. gallons) |
| Cooling system |
11½ pints (6.6 litres, 13.8 U.S. pints) |
| Cooling system with heater |
12 pints (6.8 litres, 14.4 U.S. pints) |
Dimensions
18G / 18GA
| Overall length |
12 ft. 8½ in. (3.874 m) |
| Overall length (with over-riders) |
12 ft. 9¼ in. (3.897 m) |
| Overall width |
4 ft. 11&frac516; in. (152.3 cm) |
| Overall height — hood erected |
4 ft. 1⅜ in. (125.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance (minimum) |
5 in. (12.7 cm) |
| Wheelbase |
7 ft. 7 in. (231.1 cm) |
| Track — front (disc wheels) |
4 ft. 1 in. (124.4 cm) |
| Track — rear (disc wheels) |
4 ft. 1¼ in. (125 cm) |
| Track — front (wire wheels) |
4 ft. 1¼ in. (125 cm) |
| Track — rear (wire wheels) |
4 ft. 1¼ in. (125 cm) |
18GB (GT)
| Overall height (GT) |
4 ft. 1¾ in. (126.3 cm) |
18V Engine — GHN5/GHD5 from Car No. 410002
| Track — front |
4 ft. 1½ in. (124.7 cm) |
| Track — rear |
4 ft. 1¾ in. (126.4 cm) |
Weights
18G / 18GA
| Unladen weight |
1,920 lb. (871 kg.) |
| Engine (dry, with clutch) |
358 lb. (163.3 kg.) approx. |
| Gearbox |
78 lb. (35.5 kg.) approx. |
| Rear axle — disc wheels |
117½ lb. (53.26 kg.) approx. |
| Rear axle — wire wheels |
123 lb. (55.79 kg.) approx. |
18GB (GT)
| Unladen weight (GT) |
2,190 lb. (993 kg.) |
18GD / 18GG
| Kerbside weight — Tourer |
2,303 lb. (1,044 kg.) |
| Kerbside weight — GT |
2,401 lb. (1,088 kg.) |
| Normal weight (kerbside + driver, passenger, 50 lb. luggage) — Tourer |
2,653 lb. (1,203 kg.) |
| Normal weight — GT |
2,751 lb. (1,248 kg.) |
| Maximum weight (normal + towbar hitch load) — Tourer |
2,753 lb. (1,249 kg.) |
| Maximum weight — GT |
2,851 lb. (1,293 kg.) |
| Maximum permissible towing weight — Tourer and GT |
1,680 lb. (762 kg.) |
| Maximum towbar hitch load — Tourer and GT |
100 lb. (45 kg.) |
18V Engine (GHN5/GHD5)
| Kerbside weight — Tourer |
2,394 lb. (1,088 kg.) |
| Kerbside weight — GT |
2,446 lb. (1,110 kg.) |
| Normal weight (kerbside + driver and passenger) — Tourer |
2,694 lb. (1,223 kg.) |
| Normal weight — GT |
2,746 lb. (1,245 kg.) |
| Gross weight — Tourer |
2,814 lb. (1,277 kg.) |
| Gross weight — GT |
2,866 lb. (1,301 kg.) |
| Maximum permissible towing weight — Tourer and GT |
1,680 lb. (762 kg.) |
| Maximum towbar hitch load — Tourer and GT |
100 lb. (45 kg.) |
| Maximum roof rack load (GT only) |
50 lb. (23 kg.) |
Torque Wrench Settings
18G / 18GA — Engine
| Main bearing nuts |
70 lb. ft. (9.7 kg.m.) |
| Flywheel set screws |
40 lb. ft. (5.5 kg.m.) |
| Gudgeon pin clamp bolt |
25 lb. ft. (3.4 kg.m.) |
| Big-end bolts |
35 to 40 lb. ft. (4.8 to 5.5 kg.m.) |
| Cylinder head nuts |
45 to 50 lb. ft. (6.2 to 6.9 kg.m.) |
| Rocker bracket nuts |
25 lb. ft. (3.4 kg.m.) |
| Oil pump to crankcase |
14 lb. ft. (1.9 kg.m.) |
| Sump to crankcase |
6 lb. ft. (.8 kg.m.) |
| Cylinder side cover screws |
2 lb. ft. (.28 kg.m.) |
| Cylinder side cover screws (second type, deep pressed cover) |
5 lb. ft. (.7 kg.m.) |
| Timing cover — 1/4 in. screws |
6 lb. ft. (.8 kg.m.) |
| Timing cover — 5/16 in. screws |
14 lb. ft. (1.9 kg.m.) |
| Rear plate — 5/16 in. screws |
20 lb. ft. (2.8 kg.m.) |
| Rear plate — 3/8 in. screws |
30 lb. ft. (4.1 kg.m.) |
| Water pump to crankcase |
17 lb. ft. (2.4 kg.m.) |
| Water outlet elbow nuts |
8 lb. ft. (1.1 kg.m.) |
| Rocker cover nuts |
4 lb. ft. (.56 kg.m.) |
| Manifold nuts |
15 lb. ft. (2.1 kg.m.) |
| Oil filter centre-bolt |
15 lb. ft. (2.1 kg.m.) |
| Clutch to flywheel |
25 to 30 lb. ft. (3.4 to 4.1 kg.m.) |
| Carburetter stud nuts |
2 lb. ft. (.28 kg.m.) |
| Distributor clamp bolt (nut trapped) |
4.16 lb. ft. (.57 kg.m.) |
| Distributor clamp nut (bolt trapped) |
2.5 lb. ft. (.35 kg.m.) |
| Fan blade fixing screws |
7.3 to 9.3 lb. ft. (1.0 to 1.3 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Rear Axle
| Crown wheel to differential carrier |
55 to 60 lb. ft. (7.6 to 8.3 kg.m.) |
| Differential bearing cap |
60 to 65 lb. ft. (8.3 to 8.9 kg.m.) |
| Pinion bearing nut |
135 to 140 lb. ft. (18.6 to 19.3 kg.m.) |
| Rear brake adjuster securing nuts |
5 to 7 lb. ft. (.69 to .97 kg.m.) |
| Bearing retaining nut |
180 lb. ft. (24.8 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Rear Suspension
| Rear shock absorber bolts |
55 to 60 lb. ft. (7.6 to 8.3 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Front Suspension
| Front shock absorber bolts |
43 to 45 lb. ft. (5.9 to 6.2 kg.m.) |
| Brake disc to hub |
40 to 45 lb. ft. (5.5 to 6.2 kg.m.) |
| Brake calliper mounting |
40 to 45 lb. ft. (5.5 to 6.2 kg.m.) |
| Bearing retaining nut |
40 to 70 lb. ft. (5.5 to 9.7 kg.m.) |
| Cross-member to body |
54 to 56 lb. ft. (7.5 to 7.7 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Steering
| Steering arm bolts |
60 to 65 lb. ft. (8.3 to 8.9 kg.m.) |
| Steering wheel nut |
41 to 43 lb. ft. (5.7 to 5.9 kg.m.) |
| Steering tie-rod lock nut |
33.3 to 37.5 lb. ft. (4.6 to 5.2 kg.m.) |
| Steering lever ball joint nut |
34 to 35 lb. ft. (4.7 to 4.8 kg.m.) |
| Steering universal joint bolt |
20 to 22 lb. ft. (2.8 to 3.0 kg.m.) |
18G / 18GA — Road Wheels
| Road wheel nuts |
60 to 65 lb. ft. (8.3 to 9.0 kg.m.) |
18GB — Rear Axle
| Half-shaft nut (semi-floating axle) |
150 lb. ft. (20.75 kg.m.) |
| Differential bearing cap bolts |
50 to 55 lb. ft. (6.9 to 7.6 kg.m.) |
| Crown wheel bolts |
60 to 65 lb. ft. (8.3 to 8.9 kg.m.) |
| Pinion nut — new spacer only |
180 to 220 lb. ft. (28.89 to 30.42 kg.m.) |
| Pinion nut — oil seal change |
Adjust to preload — see Section Ha |
| Axle shaft nut |
150 lb. ft. (20.6 kg.m.) aligned to next split pin hole |
18GD / 18GG — Automatic Gearbox
| Converter to drive plate bolts |
25 to 30 lb. ft. (3.46 to 4.15 kg.m.) |
| Transmission case to converter housing bolts |
8 to 13 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.8 kg.m.) |
| Extension housing to transmission case bolts |
8 to 13 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.8 kg.m.) |
| Oil pan to gearbox bolts |
8 to 13 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.8 kg.m.) |
| Front servo bolts |
8 to 13 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.8 kg.m.) |
| Rear servo bolts |
13 to 27 lb. ft. (1.8 to 3.73 kg.m.) |
| Pump adaptor to housing screw |
2 to 3 lb. ft. (.28 to .41 kg.m.) |
| Pump adaptor to housing bolts |
17 to 32 lb. ft. (2.35 to 4.43 kg.m.) |
| Pump adaptor to transmission case bolts |
8 to 18.5 lb. ft. (1.1 to 2.55 kg.m.) |
| Manual shaft locknut |
7 to 9 lb. ft. (.97 to 1.24 kg.m.) |
| Pressure adaptor plug |
4 to 5 lb. ft. (.55 to .69 kg.m.) |
| Drain plug |
8 to 10 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.38 kg.m.) |
| Upper valve body to lower valve body screws |
20 to 30 lb. in. (.23 to .345 kg.m.) |
| Lower valve body to upper valve body screws |
20 to 30 lb. in. (.23 to .345 kg.m.) |
| Oil tube and end plate to valve body screws |
20 to 30 lb. in. (.23 to .345 kg.m.) |
| Valve bodies to transmission case bolts |
4.5 to 9 lb. ft. (.61 to 1.24 kg.m.) |
| Cam bracket screws |
20 to 40 lb. in. (.23 to .46 kg.m.) |
| Governor to counter-weight screws |
4 to 5 lb. ft. (.55 to .69 kg.m.) |
| Governor cover-plate screws |
20 to 48 lb. in. (.23 to .552 kg.m.) |
| Front servo adjusting screw locknut |
15 to 20 lb. ft. (2.07 to 2.77 kg.m.) |
| Rear servo adjusting screw locknut |
25 to 30 lb. ft. (3.46 to 4.15 kg.m.) |
| Starter inhibitor switch locknut |
4 to 6 lb. ft. (.55 to .83 kg.m.) |
| Downshift cable adaptor bolts |
8 to 9 lb. ft. (1.1 to 1.24 kg.m.) |
| Filler tube connector sleeve to transmission case |
20 to 30 lb. ft. (2.76 to 4.15 kg.m.) |
| Filler tube to connector sleeve nut |
17 to 18 lb. ft. (2.35 to 2.49 kg.m.) |
| Stone-guard screws |
17 to 19 lb. in. (.196 to .219 kg.m.) |
| Driving flange nut |
55 to 60 lb. ft. (7.6 to 8.3 kg.m.) |
| Centre support bolts |
10 to 18 lb. ft. (1.38 to 2.49 kg.m.) |
18GD / 18GG — General
| Stiffnut to cross-member mounting bolt |
44 to 46 lb. ft. (6.08 to 6.36 kg.m.) |
| Gearbox remote control cover to tunnel |
7.5 to 9.5 lb. ft. (1.04 to 1.31 kg.m.) |
| Hydraulic brake pipe connection — 3/8 in. UNF |
5 to 7 lb. ft. (.69 to .96 kg.m.) |
| Hydraulic brake pipe connection — 1/4 in. UNF |
7 to 10 lb. ft. (.96 to 1.38 kg.m.) |
| Steering-wheel nut — 1/4 in. UNF |
27 to 29 lb. ft. (3.73 to 4.01 kg.m.) |
| Steering-wheel nut — 5/8 in. UNF |
41 to 43 lb. ft. (5.66 to 5.94 kg.m.) |
18GD / 18GG — Electrical
| Alternator shaft nut |
25 to 30 lb. ft. (3.46 to 4.15 kg.m.) |
GHN5/GHD5 — Emission Control Cars — General
| Interior mirror special screw |
5 lb. in. (.058 kg.m.) |
| Steering-column top fixing bolts |
12 to 17 lb. ft. (1.66 to 2.35 kg.m.) |
| Steering-column universal joint bolts |
20 to 22 lb. ft. (2.8 to 3.04 kg.m.) |
| Steering-wheel nut |
36 to 38 lb. ft. (4.98 to 5.26 kg.m.) |
| Steering-wheel nut — 1/4 in. UNF |
27 to 29 lb. ft. (3.73 to 4.00 kg.m.) |
| Master cylinder port adaptors |
33 lb. ft. (4.56 kg.m.) |
| Master cylinder reservoir fixing bolts |
5 lb. ft. (.69 kg.m.) |
| Brake pressure failure switch (nylon) |
15 lb. in. (.173 kg.m.) |
| Brake pressure failure switch assembly end plug |
200 lb. in. (2.3 kg.m.) |
| Hydraulic brake pipe connection — 3/8 in. UNF |
5 to 7 lb. ft. (.69 to .96 kg.m.) |
| Hydraulic brake pipe connection — 5/16 in. UNF |
7 to 10 lb. ft. (.96 to 1.38 kg.m.) |
18V Engine — Engine
| Big-end nuts (12-sided) |
33 lbf. ft. (4.5 kgf.m.) |
| Crankshaft pulley nut |
70 lbf. ft. (9.6 kgf.m.) |
| Camshaft nut |
65 lbf. ft. (8.9 kgf.m.) |
| Carburetter stud nuts |
15 lbf. ft. (2.1 kgf.m.) |
| Spark plugs |
18 lbf. ft. (2.5 kgf.m.) |
| Oil pipe banjo |
37 lbf. ft. maximum (5.1 kgf.m.) |
| Oil release valve dome nut |
43 lbf. ft. (5.9 kgf.m.) |
| Front plate — 3/8 in. screws |
20 lbf. ft. (2.8 kgf.m.) |
| Rear plate — 1/4 in. screws |
30 lbf. ft. (4.1 kgf.m.) |
| Rear engine mounting bolt |
38 lbf. ft. (5.22 kgf.m.) |
