The Kuzma-Offenhauser, nicknamed the Dean Van Lines Special, was an open-wheel race car chassis designed and developed by automotive mechanic and engineer Eddie Kuzma for U.S.A.C. Indy car racing, between 1953 and 1965.[3][4][5][6]
Category | U.S.A.C. IndyCar |
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Technical specifications | |
Suspension | Independent suspension, tubular shock absorbers, coil springs |
Engine | Offenhauser 252–274 cu in (4.1–4.5 L) 16-valve, DOHC I4, naturally-aspirated, FR |
Transmission | 2-speed manual |
Power | 412 hp (307 kW) @ 6000 rpm |
Weight | 1,550 lb (703.1 kg) |
Competition history |
References
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- ^ "1964 Dean Van Lines Roadster". www.goodingco.com.
- ^ "The Dean Van Lines Special – 1953-1965 …". May 10, 2018.
- ^ "Ewing Dean Van Lines Special". July 22, 2021.
- ^ "Featured Exhibit - Dean Van Lines Special".
- ^ "1961 Ewing". RM Sotheby's.