Tyrrell 008
Active: 1978
Team: Tyrrell
· 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