Description:

MGB V8 1979; Ready to race!

Rover V8, 5200cc
CH-Car pass

The engine and gearbox have been completely overhauled, and the frame upgraded with a new, significantly reinforced chassis. Prior to current build.

The car was raced in two events after this most recent work. At the last event, we won a race and the class victory (YTCC).

With its 955kg, 330hp, and 520Nm, the MG is one of the fastest in its vintage class.

This MGB can be entered in events including YTCC (Young-Timer Touring Car Challenge), Histo Cup, Bernie’s V8s, Spa Ardennes Challenge, or similar events.

Engine: Rover V8 by John Eales, 5200cc, 330hp, 520Nm

•   Engine complete rebuild in 2023
•   Camshaft upgraded with Kent M238
•   Flywheel upgraded with a new TTV Racing 3.4kg for    184mm clutch
•   AP-Racing 184mm, 3-disc sintered clutch
•   AP-Racing clutch release bearing
•   Bell housing by John Eales
•   Brise lightweight high-performance starter
   

Gearbox: Tremec T5, G-Force Dog Ring

•   Gearbox overhauled in 2023
•   Main shaft replaced
•   3rd gear pair replaced
•   Bearing seats modified
•   All bearings replaced
•   5th gear fitted
   

Rear axle: Hoyle IRS, 7.5" Ford Differential, Koni 8211 Classic Race Shock Absorbers, 295mm AP-Racing Brake

•   "Titan" Limited-Slip Differential installed
•   Differential cooling installed
•   Suspension springs new
•   Brake pads new
   

Front axle: Hoyle, Koni 8211 Classic Race Shock Absorbers, 343mm 6-piston AP-Racing Brake

•   Brake discs new
•   Brake pads new
   

Wheels:

•   4 x Work Emotion M8R bronze, 9 x 17"
•   New 4 x rims with Hoosier wet racing tires
•   Used 4 x Semislick Toyo 888R
   

Pedalbox:

•   Tilton Pedalbox with new master cylinders
   

Modifications:

•   All windows replaced with Makrolon
   

What else is new:

•   2 x Oil cooler
•   Sparco fire extinguishing system
•   Sabelt GT3 racing seat
•   Sparco 6-point harness
•   Steering gear

 

 

 

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