Tyrrell 008

Tyrrell 008 image

Active: 1978
Team: Tyrrell

Engine

· 3 litre short stroke Cosworth DFV

· rev limiter @ 10,400 rpm

· about 300 miles since last rebuild by Heini Mader in May 2000

Fuel System

· 70 litre fuel cell

· Electric fuel pump, catch tank, mechanical fuel pump (DFV-injection pump)

Oil/Water System

· 9 litre oil tank

· Engine oil cooler

· Side water radiators

Electrical System

· Rev limiter (set @10,400 rpm)

· Dry battery

Gearbox

· Hewland 5 speed FG400 transaxle

· Rebuilt in December 1999 by Riegel

Final Drive

· Integral with Hewland Transaxle

· Limited slip differential

Body

· Rebuilt fibre glass body

· resprayed in period livery

Chassis

· Aluminium monocoque

· Dampers: tbd

· Front Suspension: Double wishbones, magnesium uprights, critical parts are now due for crack testing in compliance with Appendix K

· Rear Suspension: New double wishbones, magnesium uprights, critical parts are now due for crack testing in compliance with Appendix K

· Steering: Proprietary rack and pinion

· Brakes: Ventilated discs front and rear, 4 pot aluminium calipers, Aeroquip hoses

· Wheels: aluminium wheels with Avon control tyres

Weight: 575 kg