McLaren 720s Restoration Update: Tackling Challenges and Making Progress
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Mat Armstrong, the man with a mission, is back with an update on his McLaren 720s restoration project. Despite the skeptics, he is determined to have this beast roaring again by Christmas. And let me tell you, it's no easy task. Mat had to purchase an entire new tub to fix the damage on this magnificent machine. But he's not one to back down from a challenge.
Now, let's talk about the interior. Mat has been diligently piecing it back together, bolt by bolt. He's got the screen, the carbon surround with all the buttons, and the final trim that clips to the center console. Oh, and don't forget about the rearview mirror. Since this was a right-hand drive tub, he had to switch over the bracket to a left-hand drive one. Attention to detail, my friends.
But let's not overlook the suspension. Mat has sourced parts from a breaker's yard and is meticulously assembling them. It's a complex system, this McLaren suspension. Hydraulic fluid, electrical valves, and a whole lot of wizardry. But Mat is undeterred. He's fitting the lower wishbone, the rear tire rod for perfect alignment, the drive shaft, and the top wishbone with camber adjust. It's a dance of bolts and precision.
And what about those rear brake discs? Carbon, of course. Mat had to replace them, and let me tell you, they don't come cheap. But he's not one to compromise on quality. He's also tackling the rear wing, a chassis-mounted beauty that is hydraulically controlled. Up, down, it's a sight to behold. But Mat encounters a hiccup with the rear brake caliper. The handbrake mechanism is nowhere to be found, and he's on the hunt for a replacement.
In the midst of it all, Mat is mindful of the car's history. He turns to CarVertical to ensure he's not missing any hidden surprises. And there it is, a small pipe not properly attached. But fear not, Mat swiftly rectifies the situation. This man is a true hero, battling against the odds to resurrect this McLaren masterpiece. Stay tuned for the next thrilling episode of Mat Armstrong's McLaren restoration saga.
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