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Among the most visible differences between the '97 and '98 Reynard chassis reside in the aero-package. Above, modified components are test-fitted for accuracy: the ruler pictured gives an idea of the size of the car in 1/8 scale.
 
The majority of the bodywork on the car is 6K fiberglass, with only the monocoque being molded in polyeurethane: each piece must be meticulously hand-laminated and precisely-cut to accomodate adjoining pieces. This is a particularly long and pains-taking process which does not allow for mistakes.
 
Below left: frontal view of a partially-finished right-front suspension and upright assembly.
Below right: suspension assemblies viewed from both angles. This particular set of geometries will be fitted to a super-speedway car, as denoted by the carbon-composite rotors.
 
           
 
 
Below left: brake calipers, pads and fixtures are clearly visible in this view. The wheel nuts are turned metal.
Below right: both wishbone assemblies viewed frontally. Once fitted to the monocoque, these will give the model its proper maximum width of 25 centimeters.