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Specification - Data sheet

JAVELIN SPORTS CARS CABRIO Specification / Data sheet

Mark 3 Cabrio

PERFORMANCE

0-60 MPH in approx. 5.0 secs. (dependant on engine fitted)

DONOR CAR

BMW 3-Series (E30 model)

DRIVETRAIN

BMW 2.0, 2.3, 2.5 ltr OHC straight six.

WHEEL & TYRE FITMENT

From 195/65 x 15 to 215/60 x15 on 6½" or 7" wide rims.

SUSPENSION

Double wishbone, utilising upright stub axles, coil-over shock absorbers. Rack and pinion steering. Semi-trailing arm rear suspension with chassis mounted differential.

BRAKING SYSTEM

Servo assisted split front/rear ventilated disks front & rear.

DIMENSIONS

Height 4' / 1.22m

Length 12' 9" / 3.88m

Track 4' 8" / 1.42m

Width 5' 6" / 1.66m

Wheelbase 8' 10" / 2.69m

Weight 16cwt / 850kg

Range of suitable donor vehicles:

Mk3 Cabrio

BMW 3-Series saloon, Touring, Cabriolet, (E30 model, 1983-93 approx.) 320, 323, 325. Other models such as 318 and M3 may also be suitable.

Parts required from BMW (replace parts that are not serviceable)

Differential unit
Trailing arms complete with drive shafts.
Springs, dampers, rubber bump stops and spring seats.
Pivot arm bolts
4 prop-shaft to diff flange High Tensile bolts.
Brake assemblies and hubs.
Retain all fasteners, etc
Brake assemblies and hubs
Steering column complete, including all switch gear and cover mouldings. Steering link shaft.
Master cylinder assembly including reservoir.
3 way union for rear brake pipes.
Brake light switch.
Handbrake lever and cable.
Engine and gearbox with all attached components including;
air filter
alternator
starter and fan
Coil
fuel bypass regulator
ignition black box
radiator hoses and header tank
Engine Control Unit (ECU)
engine harness
fuel pump and filters.
Filler neck and cap assembly and hoses.
Shortened BMW exhaust.
Retain all wiring loom plugs and connectors
Retain rear fog lamp switch, fog lamp switch, rear door electric switches and foot well lamps, fuse box all fuses and relays.
Rear view interior mirror
horn
wheels/tyres
seatbelts
steering wheel
stereo
battery and clamp

Mk2 Cabrio

Sierra Saphire 2 wheel drive 1.8L to 2.8L petrol.

Sierra saloon, 2 wheel drive, 1.8L to 2.8L petrol.

Sierra diesels are suitable, as are Cosworths.

Ford Sierra donor parts required for MK 2 Cabrio (replace non serviceable parts)

Differential unit with mounting bolts and large rubber V shaped mounting.
Trailing arms complete with drive shafts.
Springs, dampers, rubber bump stops and spring seats.
Pivot arm bolts
4 prop-shaft to diff flange High Tensile bolts.
Drum braked rear axle units
Sierra disc brake rear axle 1990 onwards 2L and above, Granada (1985 on)
Complete track control arm and anti-roll bar assembly including anti-roll bar rubbers and clamps
Steering rack and steering arm ends
Front suspension uprights and brake assemblies
Steering column including all switch gear and cover mouldings
Brake servo and master cylinder assembly
3 way union for rear brake pipes
Brake and clutch pedal assembly
Brake light switch
Handbrake lever and cable
Engine and gearbox with all attached components including;
air filter
alternator and fan
Coil
fuel bypass regulator
ignition black box
radiator hoses
Standard clutch cable
accelerator cable and pedal
Engine Control Unit (ECU)
engine harness
fuel pump and filters.

Heater unit assembly
Wiper subframe, washers and nuts complete with motor. Washer bottle and hoses
Filler neck and cap assembly and hoses. (Sierra Sapphire type).
Shortened Sierra exhaust
Engine loom & ECU wiring
Retain all of the plugs and connectors
rear fog lamp switch, fog lamp switch
rear door electric switches
foot well lamps
fuse box all fuses and relays.
Door latch unit with screws and wire links to interior handles, exterior handle and screws, keylock, plastic bezel and interior clip. Courtesy light switch and window winder mechanism.
All electric window parts - loom and motors, plus any controls or switches etc.
Door glass channel
bolt type striker pin with fixings and backing plate and door seal.
Rear view interior mirror.

 

 

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