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Week 7 renovation

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Week 7 renovation

The first introduction of the precision race turbo to the dummy engine.

Rearview of the engine bay, showing the newly introduced engine fan.

Side view of the car showing the first stages of the custom-built shifter and first look at the brand-new seats.

Detailed view of the braking system components.

Rear view of the roll cage.

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Week 5 renovation

Already-renovated fenders swooping over the brand-new brake system attached to the new front axle.

The unique Kestrel ‘beak’ grill shell lowered into the body for aerodynamic purposes.

Internal view of the wheel arch showing the position of the new braking system.

View showing the newly lowered bonnet and the internal structure of the roll cage and chassis.

Head engineer Jon Webster welding on the new rear axle.

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Week 2 renovation

Internal view showing the original wood panelling and the new wheel arches. Additionally, the early stages of the rear axle can be seen.

Front view of the dummy engine block – allowing Jon to modify external and internal structures to work around the core size of the engine.

Nigel and head engineer Jon discussing the work so far, including the straightening of body panels and the introduction of the new rear axle.

Rear side view of the rear arch as the rear axle and wheel arches are being adapted for the new wider tyres. Additional structural work has been carried out to stiffen the chassis for the demands required for the vehicle.

Week 2 renovation

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