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Specifications CAV GT Monocoque

CHASSIS -- Monocoque, TIG welded high-grade stainless steel, integral roll over and side impact protection, tubular sub frames for radiator and transmission.

SUSPENSION -- Independent unequal length wishbones offset a frame, anti roll bar, aluminum upright (front). Independent double trailing links, lower inverted a frame and upper transverse link wishbones, anti-roll bar, aluminum upright (rear). Built in Anti dive, and anti squat, near zero bump steer.

SPRINGS/DAMPERS Competition coil over type gas dampers shocks with adjustable damping rate and variable spring height.

BRAKES Dual circuit, front rear split with servo assistance, tandem master cylinder, proportioning valve.
11.375” ventilated rotors (front).
11.375" ventilated rotors with separate handbrake caliper (rear).

STEERING -- Rack and Pinion. 2.9 turns from lock to lock overall ratio 14:1 

WHEELS Halibrandtype alloy pin drive replica with center knock-off hub, 7.5” x 15” front, 9.5” x 15” rear. 
From March 2002 BRM style alloy pin drive replica with center knock off   8" x 15" front 10" x 15" rear.

FUEL TANKS (2) -- 10 gallon fuel safety cells sill mounted. Original style filler caps, total capacity 20 US Gallons. Individual electric pumps and filters with dash change over switch.

Exhaust Stainless steel original pattern “Bundle of Snakes” eight-branch header system with two collectors, muffler and stainless steel heat shield.

Drive train -- Aluminum bell housing supplied for either transaxle option.                                                    
Clutch  Getrag) Single plate, 5 button 9 inch. ZF has a choice of available clutches.
Drive shafts   Race specification with CV joints.

COOLING -- High efficiency, six-core front mounted aluminum radiator with twin auxiliary electric fans. Thermostatically controlled with manual override.

BODY
Style: Two door GT, Length: 164.5”. Width: 70” Height: 40.5.
Wheelbase: 95” Dry Weight: 2,250 lbs, distribution 44F 56R
Ground Clearance: 5”(in road trim)
High strength epoxy composite construction.

INTERIOR
Dash, seats and tunnel are vinyl covered (leather optional)
Carpet automotive quality; seats are adjustable fore/aft, with brass or aluminum grommets, pedal box adjustable for tall drivers.

ELECTRICAL
Original style gauges (VDO) and switches (Lucas) all circuits fused and relayed.
Cibie headlamps, all other lights original pattern.
Rear mounted battery with master isolator switch.  Heavy-duty starter motor                    

** All of the above is included in the price of the painted and trimmed rolling chassis **

SUGGESTED MOTOR 
Ford V8 small block 289/302cid with aluminum heads, 351 can be used (with ZF only) Induction Holley 4 barrel or 4x 48IDF Webers or Injection system.  
Recommended power unit stroked 302 with approximately 400 bhpSAE                  
Ignition   Electronic breaker less is recommended

TRANSAXLE OPTIONS

ZF 5DS25 5 speed                          Audi Getrag 3V 

                               Mph                                       Mph (at 6500rpm)
Ratios 1st   2.23         54            Ratios  1st  3.60         34
          2nd  1.47         83                      2nd  2.12         62          
          3rd  1.04         115                     3rd  1.45         90
          4th  0.846        143                     4th  1.07         123 
          5th  0.705        171                     5th  .080         164
          Final drive        4.22                    Final drive       3.89

Alternative gear and final drive ratios are available for the ZF transaxle. Recommended maximum power for the Audi transaxle is 400 bhp SAE

PERFORMANCE   
(approximate with 400hp and ZF transmission option using 7000rpm)
0-30 mph                 2.2sec
0-40 mph                 3.2sec
0-50 mph                 4.0sec
0-60 mph                 4.5sec
0-100mph                9.5sec

StandardColors PPG base coat and clear

1964 Guardsman’s Blue 
1964 Guards red
1964 Wimbledon White
1979 Silver poly
1997 Royal Blue metallic
2001 CAV Silver titanium
2001 CAV Yellow
Other colors, striping etc available at extra cost 

PRICING  June 2002
The price for the fully completed painted and trimmed Mk 1 rolling chassis from $59500
(excluding motor and transaxle)

OPTIONS                                                                                                                                     
Air-conditioning unit factory fitted includes heater fully concealed $2600. 

Leather upgrade $1400 includes seats, dash, tunnel etc.                                                                                                           
BRM style wheels, 17inch also available. 

‘Gulf’ rear fender flares, snorkels and deck vents, twin nostril panel,  ‘Gurney’ bubble.
 Smiths or Auto meter instruments.

RACE VERSION
A racing version will be available from mid 2002 onwards
Features include full roll cage, upgraded brakes and suspension, harness belts. POA

SPYDER VERSION will be available from fall 2002