(Supposedly) Ford brought a GT to the Ring - going for a lap time?

[Kensington]

I don't understand the point. GM outsources Corvette development to Pratt & Miller for their expertise and Mercury Marine built the LT5. Lotus has done a lot of R&D and engineering for many large manufacturers.

No point really other than proving that outsources companies have always been a part of sports car development. I mean Shelby and a couple other shops in the UK were more instrumental in the GT40’s development, and Multimatic for the new GT. Did Multimatic also develop the race version?

 

[dun4791]

No, robotics for assembly, welding, etc. I've witnessed it with my own eyes.

The point of differentiation is hand built vs. mass production. Your Ford F-150 is mass produced vs. a McLaren 720S which is hand built.

wow, you've been to an assembly plant? LMFAO. ok

The only difference here is an economy of scale. You really think someone made every part for the gt without automation equipment? The assembly process or body panel fitment withot ergonomic hoists? The wiring looms, glass, .... do i need to go on?

I get it, you love ford.

 

[dun4791]

Was it to promote the car or maybe it was to promote the Ecoboost motor? The motor technology that is to be the future of their car, SUV, and light truck lines? Hmmmmm

Yes, I think this was the intention. It's working out well for the future cars I see.

 

[jason05gt]

wow, you've been to an assembly plant? LMFAO. ok

The only difference here is an economy of scale. You really think someone made every part for the gt without automation equipment? The assembly process or body panel fitment withot ergonomic hoists? The wiring looms, glass, .... do i need to go on?

I get it, you love ford.

I've been to multiple assembly plants. There's a big difference in how a McLaren is made vs. a Corvette. If you don't believe me, catch a "How its Made" episode on TV when they are building supercars.

It has nothing to do with my love of Ford. Other manufactures have outsourced R&D and Manufacturing. It's an irrelevant point.