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a standard disc into the Borg & Beck disc. The rivets were replaced by grade #9 bolts with slim
nuts and machined heads for clearance. This method enables the same center to be used with
several replacement clutch discs.
The standard throw-out bearing holder was retained but bolted to the actuating shaft
instead of using roll pins. The slimmer profile of the competition clutch necessitated shimming
the standard throw-out bearing ½ in. nearer the engine and installing a 3/8 in. thrust pad on the
clutch over. This single plate clutch, although rated for less power has performed very
satisfactorily, and only three discs were required for the complete racing season.
Transaxle
The transaxle of the Lotus Europa is of Renault manufacture and three types of gearbox
have been fitted.
Early Europa Twin Cam
Europa Twin Cam
(Current Model)
Europa Specials
Type 336
(Identified by side mounted gear shift mechanism)
Type 352
(Identified. by rear mounted gear shift mechanism)
Type 365
(Identified by extension housing at rear for 5th speed.
Rear mounted gear shift mechanism.)
4 speed
4 speed
5 speed