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Your excellent vid of Steve Nichols countering Gordon Murray’s version of events - including *that* McLaren letter from the 90s - was a real eye-opener.
It's James, or Mr Martin to you. Yes, little Jimmy is doing a great job knocking up these things. It's easier to overlook the stilted editing style when there's a great yarn supporting it.
Yeah, it's basically a public service at this point. He knows these videos will never break even with the hours he'll have to sink into them. Thank you!
After watching the MP4/4 video last year, I contacted Matthew and I am now the proud owner of two prints of my favourite F1 cars, the aforementioned MP4/4 and the Jordan 191. They have pride of place on the walls of my office. Matthew was an absolute pleasure to deal with. I can highly recommend them to any F1 enthusiast.
Jay, this is a fantastic insight as to working in ‘silo’ is about. All companies need to get staff talking to each other. You only improve if you keep on talking.!! The pub reference was so spot on, more problems sorted out in the pub than on the shop floor, so so true! Silo work in is so 20th century. My wife recently had to ‘hot desk’ and this brought about so much new initiatives and undid previous misconceptions. Management of staff and span of reporting needs to be reviewed. So many companies not managed in smart and clever ways. Ai will help but only if the User knows how to use it!
Your feature length F1 videos are my favorites. Lots of people can make car reviews, but very few or even none can make this deep interviews into the fascinating world of F1 history.
A truly great recollection of a wonderful period in F1 and at McLaren. So much is owed to the drive, vision and quest for perfection of Ron Dennis. I cannot recall anyone who has done so much for British industry, technology and motor sport who has not then been honoured with, at the very least, a KCMG. Why is he not Sir Ron Dennis ?
This is an absolute historical goldmine, thanks so much to you for building up this documentary with key McLaren personnel that helps put into perspective what had been some of my first memories of F1, Senna and Prost at McLaren, and how the team behind the scenes was operating. Bravo!
Matt is a fantastic guy and I now have just received two of his prints… they are fantastic and of the highest quality. Cannot recommend them highly enough!
Thought I’d watch half an hour before starting my day…couldn’t turn it off now im late for everything 🤦♂️..what a riveting interview 👏👏 & expertly put together 👍
Jay, I’d like to thank you for this. Even though these videos aren’t popular compared to other type of videos, you still put the hassle and deliver it. Amazing work my friend ✌🏻️
This is definitely more interesting content than the usual look at drivers, their teams and the hoopla surrounding F1. This is the real story behind F1 and how it can exist today. These men and their talents are the real stars of F1 racing!
Wonderful - thank you for this. I fell in love with F1 in 1983, when I caught a broadcast of the Belgian GP (Spa) on ESPN with horrible audio quality and Jackie Stewart broadcasting. Up until a few years ago, I had adored the sport. It's definitely changed for the worse, but glad I got to grow up a fan during the "Golden Age."
Absolutely fascinating insight that I could have listened to for many more hours … Mr Jeffrey’s comes across as a thoroughly decent guy without a bad word said of anybody … He is obviously a fan of his former colleague Steve Nichols but some comments on Gordon Murray’s working methods and style would have offered a further insightful view of McLaren at this time in my opinion. Best video I’ve seen in quite some time, thank you
Dude, that was like a great book. You want to do something else, but you can't put it down until you've got to the end! What an interesting insight into the f1 of yesteryear..
Excellent. If you can do more with McLaren. Or maybe other teams. David Brown, engineer for Williams back in the day would be great. I love what you’ve done here. Interview technique like Mario Muth. It’s nice to just hear the person you’ve found. Less jarring, you get used to them and it’s relaxing too. Jay, great work. I know this took a lot of effort, time and patience.
Absolutely crackng insight into one of the best eras of F1. I could listen/watch this stuff for ever and still not get bored of it. Do remember hearing a story about Williams in what must of been 1984 looking into the Crash test regulatuions for 1985. Instead of building a drop rig tower like Matthew designed, they came up with a little less high-tech solution. Williams borrowed a long ladder from a local scaffolding firm. Pulled a spare chassis up on a rope onto the roof of the Williams factory and dropped it off the side of the building !!!!! Similar to Mclaren it didnt fare well as at the time the FW09 Chassis was still built in more 'traditonal ' methods of honeycomb aluminium with carbon fibre strengthners. By the time it had come to rest on the floor the entire monocoque was less than 14 iches in length!! Thats when Williams realised they had to build a full carbon fibre chassis car.
I hope the people who spent time at (or bearing the name) Williams will see these videos and realize that Jay is the man to speak to, to tell some stories. Jonathan did a good interview with Chris Harris recently, just to help sell a single car. There's a lot more where that came from. We don't have Sir Frank anymore, but many people who've worked and lived with him. Added to the engineering side, there is the family side.
I had a 1973 Davrian MK5 . This was a fibreglass monocoque long before anybody else thought about mnocoque . Fantastic car , the roof line just came up to my waist I'm 6ft 3 but I lay down in this car and there was plenty of room Went round corners on rails
Fantastic video and interview. It's not often that one can listed to what is a lecture and someone recontouring their lives for 80-90mins but if it's clear, concise, correct and interesting and conveyed with alacrity it's thoroughly engaging. I found both the engineering aspects and F1 history enjoyable. We need more of these videos and I would like to see the development of the Rothmans Williams FW18 ! which Damon Hill drove to victory in 1996.
That was exceptional. Thank you so much. Matthew Jeffereys has an incredible history. Hearing him recount some of it is absolutely phenomenal. Again thank you.
What's crazy is you can argue automotive design peaked in this era, but we can't go back. I think we've sacrificed too much to the idea of ever increasing efficiency and tech.
This is fantastic; thanks to you and Matthew for putting the effort in to create this hugely engaging video. It makes the ownership of my MP4-4 print from Matthew (purchased with your code) even more special. Bravo!
Thanks for sharing such incredible interviews.. love from India. Having watched these guys faintly in my childhood, it’s great to now understand and hear them about their lives. Wish if we can ever meet them some day
The semi automatic transmission was a Mauro Forghieri invention. Villeneuve did not like to have it on the car and therefore was parked until Barnard found it at Ferrari F1 design office when he joined Ferrari and he gave it a go.
Nice video. Thanks for that. I was involved in F1 later than when Matthew started. I had the opportunity to go into F1 in the late 80s but it didn't fit in with my lifestyle then. I totally agree with him that over the years in F1 things have become a lot more specialised for engineers which is a real shame and probably to the detriment of the teams. I was lucky in my time as an engineer in F1 to be involved in engines, transmissions, suspension, wind tunnel architecture and various other bits too which made life very interesting and I'm grateful to have had that opportunity.
Sounds, slow doesn't it.. It's because you're hitting something that doesn't deform. The energy involved is huge and it's to ensure the g figures are survivable. MJ
Was built on the Brabham BT 55 design Gorden Murray got Honda to make the engine 27mm lower and also the 3 shaft gearbox to line the engine up with the diff Gorden was in charge and all worked under him
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Your excellent vid of Steve Nichols countering Gordon Murray’s version of events - including *that* McLaren letter from the 90s - was a real eye-opener.
Dear Jay, You are literally preserving Formula 1 history. These videos are absolute gold. Thank you, seems insufficient for your efforts.
It's James, or Mr Martin to you. Yes, little Jimmy is doing a great job knocking up these things. It's easier to overlook the stilted editing style when there's a great yarn supporting it.
Yeah, it's basically a public service at this point. He knows these videos will never break even with the hours he'll have to sink into them. Thank you!
They're a pleasure
@@JayEmmOnCars
Suggestion: maybe at some point you could also do interviews of influencial key people in Rally?
@@jfv65 if I knew any I would
Excellent Jay. Let the man talk. Wish more interviews were like this.
Yes, so many interviewers interrupt. All of these are just the guys thinking and telling the interesting stories.
After watching the MP4/4 video last year, I contacted Matthew and I am now the proud owner of two prints of my favourite F1 cars, the aforementioned MP4/4 and the Jordan 191. They have pride of place on the walls of my office. Matthew was an absolute pleasure to deal with. I can highly recommend them to any F1 enthusiast.
Jay, this is a fantastic insight as to working in ‘silo’ is about. All companies need to get staff talking to each other. You only improve if you keep on talking.!! The pub reference was so spot on, more problems sorted out in the pub than on the shop floor, so so true! Silo work in is so 20th century. My wife recently had to ‘hot desk’ and this brought about so much new initiatives and undid previous misconceptions. Management of staff and span of reporting needs to be reviewed. So many companies not managed in smart and clever ways. Ai will help but only if the User knows how to use it!
Your feature length F1 videos are my favorites. Lots of people can make car reviews, but very few or even none can make this deep interviews into the fascinating world of F1 history.
what a nice man & with a pleasing lack of ego
😊
@@MatthewJeffreys-zc9ebthanks so much for sitting down to do this interview Matthew, absolutely fascinating insights and stories!
Thanks James for another awesome long form interview with such a legend. Cheers.
Just one cog in a great machine 😊
I wish I could like this about 100,000 times. These stories are invaluable.
A truly great recollection of a wonderful period in F1 and at McLaren. So much is owed to the drive, vision and quest for perfection of Ron Dennis. I cannot recall anyone who has done so much for British industry, technology and motor sport who has not then been honoured with, at the very least, a KCMG. Why is he not Sir Ron Dennis ?
This is an absolute historical goldmine, thanks so much to you for building up this documentary with key McLaren personnel that helps put into perspective what had been some of my first memories of F1, Senna and Prost at McLaren, and how the team behind the scenes was operating. Bravo!
Jay, you bagged an exclusive bit of history. Well done Andy.
James' Christmas Specials are getting better, it seems. An absolute gem for me as an F1 fan
This HAS to stay a tradition! What a truly fantastic video!
Wow Jay! and thanks for the amazing work you do 👍🏻
Mr Jeffreys’ art prints are extremely beautiful! Highly recommend buying one.
An incredible story, loved every minute. Please do more of these!
His praise of Newey is incredible and compelling.
Hit "like" before even watching this. No brainer.
Spectacularly done!! Thank you!
Awesome. I have re-watched the Video with Mr. Nichols as there is so much detail to absorb.
Matt is a fantastic guy and I now have just received two of his prints… they are fantastic and of the highest quality. Cannot recommend them highly enough!
Thought I’d watch half an hour before starting my day…couldn’t turn it off now im late for everything 🤦♂️..what a riveting interview 👏👏 & expertly put together 👍
These are awesome interviews, you just let them talk and tell the fascinating stories. Please do more of these.
This is oral history and it lives on The internet forever
Briljant work!
What a great video - thank you Mr. Jeffreys!
Thank you!
what a gentleman
Jay, I’d like to thank you for this. Even though these videos aren’t popular compared to other type of videos, you still put the hassle and deliver it. Amazing work my friend ✌🏻️
This is definitely more interesting content than the usual look at drivers, their teams and the hoopla surrounding F1. This is the real story behind F1 and how it can exist today. These men and their talents are the real stars of F1 racing!
Wow! Another unexpected McLaren Easter Egg (at Christmas!) Thanks James, great video and Matthew is fascinating to listen to. 👍🏻10/10
Looking forward to watching this later. Big fan of these videos
What a gem of a video. I can't thank you enough for making it.
The mp4/6 is my favourite design of the early 90's period plus that yellow helmet thanks Jay
Thanks for this video, it's fantastic. Really in depth interview, I just loved it ! :)
Wonderful - thank you for this.
I fell in love with F1 in 1983, when I caught a broadcast of the Belgian GP (Spa) on ESPN with horrible audio quality and Jackie Stewart broadcasting. Up until a few years ago, I had adored the sport. It's definitely changed for the worse, but glad I got to grow up a fan during the "Golden Age."
Absolutely fascinating insight that I could have listened to for many more hours …
Mr Jeffrey’s comes across as a thoroughly decent guy without a bad word said of anybody …
He is obviously a fan of his former colleague Steve Nichols but some comments on Gordon Murray’s working methods and style would have offered a further insightful view of McLaren at this time in my opinion. Best video I’ve seen in quite some time, thank you
Thank you!
OMG this is gold. The work experience anecdote with Prost and Senna was hilarious. What a great interview!
Dude, that was like a great book. You want to do something else, but you can't put it down until you've got to the end! What an interesting insight into the f1 of yesteryear..
shout out to my old man Ray Wilmott who was one of them mechanics who work with them legends
How did I miss this? What a gem! Would have been interesting to hear how Mansell managed his comeback at McLaren- albeit short lived.
Excellent. If you can do more with McLaren. Or maybe other teams. David Brown, engineer for Williams back in the day would be great. I love what you’ve done here. Interview technique like Mario Muth. It’s nice to just hear the person you’ve found. Less jarring, you get used to them and it’s relaxing too. Jay, great work. I know this took a lot of effort, time and patience.
This is an early Christmas gift! 🎄
Imagine sitting round a giant dinner table with all these people from this era. I could sit for days just listening to them talk.
This is amazing stuff, thanks.
Please more content like this and less car reviews… this is an important niche you are serving keep up the great work!
Masterfully produced video. Thanks for capturing a page of F1 engineering history.
Absolutely crackng insight into one of the best eras of F1. I could listen/watch this stuff for ever and still not get bored of it. Do remember hearing a story about Williams in what must of been 1984 looking into the Crash test regulatuions for 1985. Instead of building a drop rig tower like Matthew designed, they came up with a little less high-tech solution. Williams borrowed a long ladder from a local scaffolding firm. Pulled a spare chassis up on a rope onto the roof of the Williams factory and dropped it off the side of the building !!!!! Similar to Mclaren it didnt fare well as at the time the FW09 Chassis was still built in more 'traditonal ' methods of honeycomb aluminium with carbon fibre strengthners. By the time it had come to rest on the floor the entire monocoque was less than 14 iches in length!! Thats when Williams realised they had to build a full carbon fibre chassis car.
Thank you for doing this. Terrific stuff.
Absolutely amazing. Thank you for this!
This is a perfect example of being at the right place at the right time.
Absolutely fascinating! Thanks for this priceless content!
Brilliant interview...what about John Barnard next...😊
I hope the people who spent time at (or bearing the name) Williams will see these videos and realize that Jay is the man to speak to, to tell some stories. Jonathan did a good interview with Chris Harris recently, just to help sell a single car. There's a lot more where that came from. We don't have Sir Frank anymore, but many people who've worked and lived with him. Added to the engineering side, there is the family side.
Exceptional.
You and Davide Cironi are the Santa Claus
of the Motorsport
History on YT.
👏
I love Davide's stuff!
Absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much for this
I had a 1973 Davrian MK5 . This was a fibreglass monocoque long before anybody else thought about mnocoque . Fantastic car , the roof line just came up to my waist I'm 6ft 3 but I lay down in this car and there was plenty of room Went round corners on rails
Fantastic video and interview. It's not often that one can listed to what is a lecture and someone recontouring their lives for 80-90mins but if it's clear, concise, correct and interesting and conveyed with alacrity it's thoroughly engaging. I found both the engineering aspects and F1 history enjoyable. We need more of these videos and I would like to see the development of the Rothmans Williams FW18 ! which Damon Hill drove to victory in 1996.
That was exceptional. Thank you so much. Matthew Jeffereys has an incredible history. Hearing him recount some of it is absolutely phenomenal. Again thank you.
Thank you Yancee
What's crazy is you can argue automotive design peaked in this era, but we can't go back. I think we've sacrificed too much to the idea of ever increasing efficiency and tech.
This is fantastic; thanks to you and Matthew for putting the effort in to create this hugely engaging video. It makes the ownership of my MP4-4 print from Matthew (purchased with your code) even more special. Bravo!
This was fantastic. Love to attend the reunion event.
These videos are an example of UA-cam at its best!
On a lighter note Mathew could be the only person to decline an opportunity to have dinner with Ayrton Senna lol
Fantastic series! So happy this has become an ongoing theme, cheers! :D
Half way thru and I can state already one of the Best interviews of the century.
The MP4/6 is perfection in every way
"Inside McLaren"... A place where Jay will never fit?
That was brilliant, thank you so much for this !!
Bloody brilliant! Thanks for making it.
oh.. it's so lovely to listen to this history .! Thank you!🙏🏁
Great Doc Jay! Do you get the go ahead for this from current McLaren? (Zak) or do these legends get a deserved free reign?
Thanks for sharing such incredible interviews.. love from India. Having watched these guys faintly in my childhood, it’s great to now understand and hear them about their lives. Wish if we can ever meet them some day
The semi automatic transmission was a Mauro Forghieri invention. Villeneuve did not like to have it on the car and therefore was parked until Barnard found it at Ferrari F1 design office when he joined Ferrari and he gave it a go.
Lovely story ! Tnx!
F1 just lost it in 2007.
Fab. I have one of Matthews prints of the mp4/4 signed by Alain Prost……it’s stunning and you wouldn’t be disappointed.
😊
Excellent, thank you.
Quite certain this has been previously suggested, but is there a Mega-Like option? Because one like is not enough! Thank you!!
How do i order the senna and Ron Dennis signed print
Nice video. Thanks for that. I was involved in F1 later than when Matthew started. I had the opportunity to go into F1 in the late 80s but it didn't fit in with my lifestyle then. I totally agree with him that over the years in F1 things have become a lot more specialised for engineers which is a real shame and probably to the detriment of the teams. I was lucky in my time as an engineer in F1 to be involved in engines, transmissions, suspension, wind tunnel architecture and various other bits too which made life very interesting and I'm grateful to have had that opportunity.
Brilliant F1 content as always 👍👍
A pressurised vessel for refuelling and they didn't think about a vent pipe.
😂😂😂😂😂😂
As I said, there was of course a vent pipe, the mechanic was just a fraction slow getting it on before the fuel went in!
Awesome!
Crash testing at 30mph..? Just in case they have a shunt at lowes hairpin
Sounds, slow doesn't it.. It's because you're hitting something that doesn't deform. The energy involved is huge and it's to ensure the g figures are survivable. MJ
Really loved the effort to bring and reveal the history here.
Good stuff
Thank you kind sir, that was beautiful.
Thank you for sharing
Amazing content James! Great stories from Matthew Jeffreys!
So glad that you got to document this…
nice drawings tick ----
Was the Mp4 4 an evolution of an earlier chassis or was it a clean sheet design. If it wasn’t then who designed the original
It evolved logically from the MP4/3
Was built on the Brabham BT 55 design
Gorden Murray got Honda to make the engine 27mm lower and also the 3 shaft gearbox to line the engine up with the diff
Gorden was in charge and all worked under him
Actually Claudius, although that's a common belief, it was not like as you describe it at all. Please take a look at Jayemmoncars's other interviews.
All I can ask for, is more.
Thankyou so much for this, truly fascinating stuff!
Views not on par with the content... due to its length I presume.
Wow
Everytime I hear a name Steve Nicol, my mind keep thinking ex Liverpool player😅
Bravo James! What a great piece of automotive history, and told by such a down to earth guy. Thank you.
Absolutely fascinating 👏
Cars now are waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay too complex.