Molleur - Thanks Jack.
Sometimes it is hard to see the wood from the trees, see post below.
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It's all relative…
Earlier I posted this photo of my scuttle under construction on
CJ's Build thread.
And previously, I've posted this photo of McLaren's workshop.
Which is a simple reminder that I am not a professional car builder and don't have professional facilities.
Therefore I should not be surprised/upset/frustrated when my DIY efforts fall below professional standards.
I was also watching something about the 1966 Ford vs Ferrari LeMans race recently.
While the final race prep area for the beautiful Ferrari P3s was not quite up to McLaren standards…
These cars were still build by professionals.
Although they were still happy to simply tape up the headlights.
Which leads me to this little video clip I also watched the other day.
The whole home built / steam punk look of the car is what makes it special for me.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9QMa7AUD-4
Although I am not convinced that the metal point at the rear would be considered a safety feature!
Anyway, that is a long winded way of saying that my whole
Hillbilly Frankenstein build was always going to be rough and ready.
So I will still have a go at making the following:
- Side mirror plinths
- Handbrake gaiter
- Cockpit wall alloy panels
With the hope that the overall impression will be that of an old race car still on the road, despite its hard life.
Cheers, Paul.
