Densham Nr.3
| Bezeichnung/description | John Densham Riley Special Nr.3 |
| Jahrgang/year | 1928/1935/1948 |
| Kennzeichen/registration | YX1967 |
| Chassis-Basis/chassis base | Riley 9 IMP |
| Chassisnummer/chassisnumber | Genuine chassis-frame, un-numbered at Riley works |
| Chassisjahrgang/year chassis | 1935 |
| Motortyp/engine typ |
RILEY 9 1100cc, specially prepared with assistance from Lewis Edmunds (ex-Riley works engine-dept.)
Counter-balanced crankshaft. 2 exhaust camshafts.
2 x H2 S.U. carburettors. 4-branch exhaust.
Scintilla Vertex magneto. 8:1 compression ratio.
Modified engine coolant system (see photo) using Rover water-pump.
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| Motornummer/engine number | n/a |
| Motorjahrgang/year engine | n/a |
| Bodyhersteller/bodymanufacturer |
John Densham and Lewis Edmunds
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| Rennhistory/racing history |
Used extensively for European touring in early 1950's
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| Information |
Original 'IMP' radiator retained. Weight 750kg.
Rear-suspension modified to coil-springs with rear-axle located
by Panhard rod. Standard front-suspension.
Friction shock-absorbers all round. Drilled rear brake-drums. 17 inch road-wheels with 5.50 section tyres. LOCKHEED hydraulic-brakes.
4.66:1 ratio differential. 86mph.
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