Timothy Keith-Lucas Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 Hey, folks. My data plate (1962 S2 AMERICA SB1160) lists the engine as AEA 17RS 19576, and the valve cover is labelled "AUSTIN", as in A-H Sprite. She was used for club racing (FB class) so I can't be sure that the engine was not changed out. Can anyone tell me more about my engine from that information? Displacement, HP, where to look for further engine information? Thanks a bunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Keith-Lucas Posted February 16, 2023 Author Share Posted February 16, 2023 Oh, and add, she has two SU carbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MV8 Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 BMC A-series, "Seven America", 1098cc, 8.3:1 compression ratio, 43bhp at 5200rpm, 4.5:1 diff, sprite 4spd. For a review, see Road and Track, July 1961. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7Westfield Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 (edited) look for a tag on head---right front corner IIRC, next to valve cover Edited February 16, 2023 by 7Westfield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11Budlite Posted February 16, 2023 Share Posted February 16, 2023 Good info here: https://www.minimania.com/How_to_Identify_your_Sprite_Engine 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Keith-Lucas Posted February 16, 2023 Author Share Posted February 16, 2023 Wow! I came to the right place for help. Thanks soooo much! --Tim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamScotticus Posted February 17, 2023 Share Posted February 17, 2023 (edited) A 7 is a collection of various parts from different cars. These cars will have fan sites, forums and speciality aftermarket parts sales. You can learn more about a part by going to the fan base for that car. For example, if I want info on my rear axle, I go to the Morris Ital, Austin Marina & Triumph TR-7 experts (all three of them). Lucky for you, there is still much support for your engine. Check out Moss Motors and Rimmer Bros. Edited February 17, 2023 by IamScotticus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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