bhmnscmm @ bhmnscmm @lemmy.world

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It's always surprising how many McLaren fans there are here. Those stands are packed with papaya.

Not to mention the fact all the tolerances should have been determined before mass production began. You determine the dimensional requirements and develop the manufacturing process to deliver that.

There is absolutely no way they have the systems and tools in place to properly measure every part with sub 10-micron accuracy and precision either. To control those dimensions you need to go a whole additional order of magnitude out. I pity the fool that has to manage that control plan.

I love how RDJ really doesn't break character until the commentary is over!

Ah, you're definitely right. I had no idea they could be removed entirely, I thought they were permanently attached to one of the straps.

His pace was fantastic today. Especially considering this isn't a circuit that suits the car. I'm definitely going to be rooting for him tomorrow.

Six different teams in the top six--that is great to see!

What did Leclerc set on the top of the car before he removed the wheel?

It sort of looked like a Ferrari branded tape measure.

I feel like I'm watching a nature documentary with all these super close ups.

This really has been a good qualifying! Hopefully the race is just as exciting tomorrow.

Ah, gotcha.

Still, this pace from Williams is great to see on a track that doesn't really suit them. Did they bring upgrades this weekend?

Maybe rain will come during the red flag and Williams will lock out the front row? Please? I'm desperate.

This didn't age well...

We're definitely going to see some in Q3

American dethrones British king of F1! USA! USA! USA!

I don't want to get too far ahead, but I'd love to see a double points finish for Williams tomorrow.

Watching the on-board camera at this track is so cool. It really shows how big some of the hills are.

I'm so happy to see McLaren making a strong showing after the last few years. Excluding Redbull, I think the second half of the season is theirs to lose.

Am I misremembering? I thought Williams' strong suite was high speed tracks before the break.

Either way, Albon is always good in wet conditions.

Kinda surprised to hear the optimism about Ricciardo coming back next year despite the injury.