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The GM 1.8 Liter L-4 Gasoline Engine Designed by Chevrolet
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A completely new in-line, 4 cylinder engine has been designed by Chevrolet for use in the 1982, FWD, J-Car vehicle line. This paper will describe several factors which influenced the engine design, specifically in the areas of vehicle packaging, performance and economy. In addition, individual component and overall system designs and component development programs will be described.
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Walker, J., "The GM 1.8 Liter L-4 Gasoline Engine Designed by Chevrolet," SAE Technical Paper 820111, 1982, https://doi.org/10.4271/820111.Also In
References
- Martens, David A. “The General Motors 2.8 liter 60° V-6 Engine Designed by Chevrolet.” Paper 790697 presented at SAE Passenger Car Meeting 1979
- Andon Jerdan Marks, Craig “Engine Roughness — The Key to Lower Octane Requirement.” SAE 647A presented at Detroit 1963