Volvo 122S B16B Engine (1958-60)
The Car
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The Specs
Below are the technical specifications and any performance numbers we could get.
Engine
Bore & Stroke |
79.37mm x 80mm |
Displacement |
1580cc |
Firing order |
1,3,4,2 |
Oil pressure (hot) |
35 – 50 lb./sq. in. at 2000 rpm |
Fuel Supply
Carburetor |
Twin SU H4 |
Needle |
GT |
Valving
Intake tappet clearance |
0.50 mm (hot) |
Exhaust tappet clearance |
0.50 mm (hot) |
Valve-timing indication |
At front and flywheel |
Intake valve opens |
TDC 1.15 mm clearance |
Ignition
Breaker gap |
0.4 – 0.5 mm |
Plug gap |
0.7 – 0.8 mm |
Ignition timing indication |
Flywheel |
Ignition timing |
4° to 6° BTDC |
Clutch
Clutch type |
Borg & Beck 8″ |
Clutch linings |
57.4 sq. in. |
Brakes
Brake type |
Hydraulic duo servo |
Brake linings |
Front: 2″ x 3⁄16” x 10.8″; Rear: 2″ x 3⁄16” x 9.8″
(Rear lining, front wheel, thick: ¼” – 3⁄16“)
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Wheel Alignment
Toe-In |
0 to 4 mm |
Camber |
0° to +½° |
Caster angle |
0° to 1° |
King pin angle |
8° |