“Bump Steer” - Pro Touring V8 Triumph Build - Project GT6R - Ep18

Today we're tackling the steering rack which finishes off all the front suspension geometry... WHEW! It's been quite the ride but we made it through!
The main issue we're dealing with here is preventing "bump-steer" which is when the tires turn left or right when you hit a bump or pothole. It's not good... but luckily there are ways to avoid it! Ackerman geometry can also be affected by the location of the steering rack, but it is more a factor of the location of the steering arms on the knuckles (which we talked about in Episode 16) so we're good to go there.
You may think the factory GT6 rack should just plop back into place, seeing as it is what the car had from factory, right? Well... yes, the car's track width is about the same as before (a little wider) but the Crown Victoria suspension components are quite a bit longer than what we had before, meaning to keep everything working correctly, the steering rack needs to be shorter before!
Weird, isn't it.
We could look for an aftermarket rack, or a factory rack that's smaller, but to be honest, both of those options are pretty much non-existent due to the minuscule size of this car. While a center take-off rack or one with a travel bar were decent options, what we decided to do worked out perfectly and hardly cost a cent!
Check out the video to learn more :)
Where did we learn all this? The internet is an amazing place!
If you're new, our 1971 Triumph GT6 is receiving a transplanted 5.3l LS4 V8 and Mustang T5 gearbox... among others things... like a Corvette Dana 36 differential... and a bellhousing from a Jeep. So. It's not exactly your typical Triumph.
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[@FanatikBuilds]

This one's been another interesting episode to pull together, but I hope you enjoy it! If you do, please share it! Thanks to our awesome Patreon's for their support! www.patreon.com/FanatikBuilds

[@DanNorth42]

It looks like you've done a great job of the geometry! There is no question - it is its own science, full stop. Not for the faint of heart, that's for sure... and exactly why I left mine alone. HAHA. Well done. :)

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@DanNorth42 Haha, here's hoping! Yes, it definitely is, there's a reason why people become engineers for this stuff! Thanks Dan, hopefully we'll both see some great progress on our cars this year!

[@StanleyKubick1]

Yes, this is officially among the best projects currently on youtube. I'm so late to the party, but caught upquick

[@FanatikBuilds]

Wow, thank you, that's high praise! Glad to have you along and hope you'll enjoy what's to come!

[@BlackheartCharlie]

Thank you for the excellent graphics that explain bump steer and steering geometry. I always had trouble visualizing how this worked. I can imagine how much time it took to make the graphics! On another note, I had a 1973 GT6 and sometimes wondered what it would be like to try and shovel a V8 under the hood. I had no idea that it would be so involved - glad I left everything stock! I've been enjoying the build very much and now I"m living vicariously through you two. I now live on a 40' sailboat in the Florida Keys. I'm quite content, but miss that fun little car. Thanks again for your excellent videos!

[@FanatikBuilds]

You're very welcome! I'm glad the animations could help, that means I'm doing my job! 😄 To be honest, the build could have been done on a much smaller scale if we used a less powerful engine like a Rover V8... But what would the fun be in that! Enjoy the Florida Keys, send us some warmth it was -21C this morning!! 😄 Hope you'll enjoy what's to come, stay in touch!

[@fredericrike5974]

Loved your practical approach both to finding the "great compromise" and your explanation! Loved Nik's prattle for Binky's steering, but one eye has been a little fuzzy since he blazed away with that laser beam! Very Glad to see both you and your dad "up and running". A note- I subbed some long time ago, but I'm not getting notified through my subs list, but you did pop on my feed. We need to help you find another couple hundred subs- you really do the work and make it very entertaining! Say Hi, Dad! FR

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Frederic! Always appreciate hearing from you! Haha, yeah, no "freaking lasers" here but another fairly effective solution to the same problem! Thanks for the heads up about not being notified... I've not had anyone mention that to me before, but I'm aware it's an issue on KZbin.... Hmm... Maybe I'll do a poll sometime to see if that can reach people. 👍 I will pass along your regards 😄 cheers my friend!

[@fredericrike5974]

@@FanatikBuilds You and your dad earn it every time- I've not been disappointed once for spending the odd quarter hour watching as you two reclaim that rusty pile of Russian steel made over into a British sports car! So you don't know anything about the Jewish lasers that knocked the power grid down here in Texas either? It seemed like such a plausible rumor, don't ya know! Nik and his laser kind of threw me- I mean they started out with a wobbly pillar drill and all!

[@monkeybarmonkeyman]

Gotta love your dad; seems like a solid man, great attitude. Count yourself as one of the fortunate few. But then too, remind him it goes both ways! Great video, again.

[@FanatikBuilds]

He's a good sport! I'm afraid he's along for the ride though, as it's my bad influence that's put us where we are! Thanks, and cheers!

[@stuartclague3914]

Well I am now binge-watched up to date, much to my wife’s frustration and have to add my congratulations for both a fabulous build to date and and an extremely well produced video. Your commentary is entertaining and manages to distill complex engineering to easily understood principles. The odd Pythonesque quips don’t do any harm either. Well done!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks very much Stuart! I'm glad you found us and really appreciate you going back and watching the series! Thanks also for the kind words, it's a real encouragement, and I hope you'll enjoy what's to come for the project! 👍 (My apologies to your wife)

[@palmermonsen9098]

It's like another project Binky! Just found your stuff, keep up the great work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Honored to be in the same sentence as those legends! Cheers Palmer, hope you'll enjoy what's to come!

[@xozindustries7451]

Great job, good to see some progress, I thought for sure you would need a sprint car rack to get it to fit in there

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks! Yeah it was tight but glad we could use what we had 👍

[@brucehodges7889]

You make my head hurt with all the calculating you do...BUT I LOVE IT!

[@FanatikBuilds]

😂 Cheers Bruce!

[@patireland9408]

Being able to steer is a very nice add. Interested to see how the final configuration functions. Keep on fabricating.

[@FanatikBuilds]

A very useful feature! Cheers Pat, hope you are well 👍

[@davidyates748]

I love this project, very high calibre engineering made all the more impressive by the fact of it being undertaken in a one-car garage!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks David, very kind of you to say! The small garage just adds to the fun 😉👍

[@philtucker1224]

Lots of awesome steering knowledge has left me knackered man! (Sorry couldn’t resist that one!) 😊🇬🇧👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

You and me both! Cheers Phil! :)

[@1htalp9]

I couldn't help but think throughout this entire video, how much work it is going to be to take it all apart afterward and paint, plate, undercoat, clean up welds, etc. and then put back together in an amazing finished product. I love the bit with the rack that we know you did plan for from the beginning... ;-P Love the humor... you probably watch Letterkenny.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yeah, it will be a bit of work, but honestly nothing compared to building the stuff in the first place! I've watched numerous builds over the years and always thought the ones where the car was completely thought out before paint made so much more sense! Thanks for watching! 👍

[@phill4967]

so much quality here on this channel, can't wait for updates, love you and your father's work

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Phil! Means a lot! :)

[@jimbranham3281]

I get so excited when I see a new video from you. Keep up the great work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Always great to hear from you too Jim, hope you and the fam are doing well!

[@popejbryant]

Just discovered this channel. Very interesting. Subscribed.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Glad to have you John! Hope you'll enjoy the rest of the project!

[@parrotraiser6541]

Very clear exposition of the geometric considerations involved in the design. Thanks.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks! Glad the animations helped :)

[@18robsmith]

Nobody ever said that changing from an old iron 2l straight six to a modern ~5l V8 would be anything less than "a bit tight". Well done on building that micro-rack and finding somewhere to mount it.

[@FanatikBuilds]

How true that is! 😂 Cheers Rob, I appreciate it!

[@fonhollohan2908]

That's what I love about metal work if you screw up! it doesn't mean the end of the world, you can always join it back together and start from scratch. Yes, lots of mucking around but it looks like you did it. cool. Another milestone achieved, must be a good feeling to know your just about getting there. Good on you's congrats.

[@dustinthecouch2466]

Another in-depth video, explaining everything very well. Great job. I always stop what I'm doing to watch your videos. :)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you! I really appreciate that! 😄

[@mynameis63]

Once again...an awesome video. Thanks guys.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers, it's appreciated! 👍

[@davidfoord5906]

wow, just came across your channel, lots of catching up to do, looks brilliant!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Welcome David! Glad you found us and I hope you'll enjoy the rest of the project! Please be gracious with the early episodes, we've been constantly trying to improve as we go! :) Stay in touch.

[@herbiederby3394]

Amazing homework and work on the rack situation....💯 👍🤙

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, great to hear from you! 👍

[@KC-ok5qg]

Hah! I used those exact inner tie rods for my Subaru rack swap on my B2200 truck! Looking really good, btw.

[@FanatikBuilds]

What are the chances! Awesome! Subaru's are near and dear to me so I approve of that swap 😉 thanks man!

[@7rib3rg]

Great build! I've been following since it was just a restoration but the resto mod is making it even better! You deserve way more subscribers than you have right now!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, appreciate it and we're happy to have you along! Hopefully the numbers will start growing soon! Thanks for commenting! 👍

[@lynnvogel7316]

Quite extraordinary presentation. Especially appreciate your graphic representations of the design challenges. This is going to be one incredible car. Thanks for sharing your approach to the design complexities you are encountering.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for the kind words! I'm glad you are enjoying it 🙂 cheers!

[@pedro-ti1er]

this is binky's madness levels of expertise and engineering! you put so much effort into it and it shows gracefully! btw the animations were also very good

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Pedro, I really appreciate that! Being mentioned in the same sentence as Binky is a huge compliment! 😊

[@mgbchuck6527]

Really can't wait to see your fantastic build on the road, as a MGBV8 (500hp SBC) owner I KNOW what big time fun this car will be (mine actually in getting paint at this moment)--------be safe be well

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Charles - I'm still trying to get my head around 500hp in something this small... it must be an absolute riot! Congrats on the paint-stage, we're looking forward to that ourselves!

[@TheFarCobra]

The steering arm should probably move towards inline with the steering rack as it moves toward full lock. Ackerman will increase as the rack is moved towards the axle centerline (front or rear steer), but generally the basic Ackerman correction is found when the instant center of the steering arms projected through the steering axis meet at the rear axle (also front or rear steer)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Interesting, I don't believe I've heard that before but it makes sense. Thanks for the heads up, we'll double check fore/aft alignment before welding the mount in permanently! The position of the steering arm is pretty good on these knuckles, as in Episode 16 I mention how the Crown Vic has nearly identical wheelbase/trackwidth, so the Ackerman should be very close to what Ford used. Cheers!

[@geoffburrill9850]

Great job. That rack mount isn't going anywhere!

[@FanatikBuilds]

It would have a hard time going anywhere!! Cheers Geoff, hope you're well 👍

[@geoffburrill9850]

@@FanatikBuilds Cheers and you to.

[@billmcgarry3300]

Great timing...I’m just working through my Sunbeam “Tiger” Mustang rack,spindles and brake set up...fun COVID project!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Sounds awesome, great to hear from you Bill, hope you're keeping well! 👍

[@punkbloater]

Great work, I found one of the reasons for why I’m not building a car during the geometry lesson. 😩

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, cheers man 😂👍

[@lennym1273]

I'm just glad you're the one doing this and not me lol...

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, cheers Lenny! 😂👍

[@crawbaws]

This is the project I wish I had the ability to do myself. Very good work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you! I've learned everything here from research online and practice... never let anything stop you from trying! Hope you'll enjoy the rest of the series as there's still loads to do! Cheers

[@jamesdeath3477]

You made that look easy.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, it wasn't! 😄 Just thought I'd try to keep the video for enjoyable then real life! Cheers!

[@jamesdeath3477]

@@FanatikBuilds but...but....there should be fake drama! What kind of car show is this?! Love the build actually. The deseaming on the body is looking great.

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@jamesdeath3477 😂 oh boy! Totally with you, can't stand the car tv "drama" shows! Thanks James, I appreciate it and hope you'll enjoy the rest of the project!

[@SimpsonsClassics]

Well we are all up to date now, can’t wait for the next instalment 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks very much man, hope you'll enjoy it! 😄👍

[@mattpovah5952]

Nice work! Very shiny. Kudos on the shine.

[@FanatikBuilds]

"If you can't make it right, make it bright!" was my college professors favourite phrase! :) Cheers Matt

[@ianfurqueron5850]

Sweet. I've been wondering when the next video was going to drop.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Ian, it's been a lot of work to pull it together but hopefully it was worth it for you guys! I always prefer quality over quantity! Cheers 👍

[@karlalton3170]

Another great job and video thanks guys 😁😁🤘🤘

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Karl! Appreciate it 🙂👍

[@maegenyoungs2591]

Remember with suspension, these are ideal representations, but may not always work best, there are many factors that aren’t considered in this weight, spring weight, engine setback, I’ve seen plenty of setups that shouldn’t work on paper, but when tried to move to know working relationships, it actually causes problems, tires and compounds side wall profiles, will help with lots of this, if you plan on braking hard, before corners, bump steer is the only thing you should really work on, The minute you lower a OEM Front suspension assembly, everything goes out the window, no matter what it is, Aftermarket parts will help to relocate, but are a bandage on a wound.. if you are building from scratch, tire hight and ride hight and rake, then build from there..

[@appleapple3855]

Yay! Can't wait for the next one.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man! Hope you'll enjoy it! 👍

[@stewartgrant1963]

My head's spinning a bit, but excellent work, well done.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, cheers Stewart, thanks! 😄

[@assessor1276]

Very nice work. As always, your work is impressive!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Max! Appreciate it man, hope you'll enjoy what's to come!

[@TheJimtodd]

LOVE YOUR WORK GUY, S JUST LOVE IT

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, great to hear from you! 👍

[@dirtydieselguy]

Great work. My Model S body is modified and sitting on the steel frame, working on the rack placement as well. I went with a '95 Lincoln MK8 as the CV one was too wide.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Good progress man, have fun! 👍

[@neilmchardy9061]

The double U joint shaft should be supported near it with a sold bearing as there is lateral movement with it.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yep, I did mention that in the video but it seems a number of people missed it! Cheers Neil

[@iliketorockrock]

Very good information in here :)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Victor! Appreciate it! 👍

[@Alex138bhp]

Just watched all 18 episodes back to back. I dream of a GT6, prices are getting high in the UK now.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Alex - I'm glad you enjoyed it enough to watch them all! You can spend upwards of $25k Canadian for a nice one around here... if you can find one that is! Appreciation is a double edged sword, on the one hand it's nice these cars are finally starting to get some recognition they deserve, but on the other, it will be sad when yet another classic becomes unattainable for the average guy. I guess buying rusted out shells for cheap is the only real solution! 😂

[@guillermotowers8625]

Wow for some reason after watching this episode my stomach's aching...very smart work! By the way, have you guys decided what color this beauty's gonna be? Saludos from Mexico!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, sorry about that! 😬😉 Yes I think we have but painting will not be till much later! All the best from Canada, send us some warmth! 😄

[@martinmessersmith2900]

Incredible job!

[@bobrose7900]

Love it, but that was a long wait for this video, must have been the head scratching! Mmmm not sure about solid mounts - a bad case of white finger may ensue... Crazy geometry but it looks very good, if only they built the originals like this! That rack must be the shortest there is, but the last thing you want is bump steer with solid mounts... What happens mid corner though? Was that a grease nipple I spied? I suppose you can always get to it by taking the wheel off. All in all, well done! Great viewing from this side of the screen and I think you're braver than we are.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yep, pushed hard for the Christmas special, had a week off, then lots of head scratching after that! These kind of videos take ages to make regardless of the actual progress on the car :) ... the solid mounts were a fix to the slop the original Triumph rack mounts developed over time. We're not too worried about NVH, and some power assistance should help with the white knuckle thing! Mid-corner wasn't something covered here but we've had a quick check and all looks ok. I wanted to say it's the shortest rack out there, but figured I'd be corrected by someone! It IS tiny though! The outer tie-rods do have grease fittings, a nice touch... they are factory replacement parts made by Mevotech and we're quite pleased with the quality. Cheers Bob, hope you'll enjoy what's to come!

[@TheUlrikkaul]

Great work guys, but i think you need to make a bracket or support to the steering collum. It moved quite much whenyou turned the wheels.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Oh definitely, brackets aplenty! There is no column right now though, just the shaft which I was turning with a pair of vise-grips! 😄 Cheers Ulrik!

[@hilbilchillbil]

Enjoying the build and looking forward to how you fix the steering shaft U/J movement check out 15.30, maybe a Rose joint on the upper portion of the steering shaft ?

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Paul! Yep, there's currently no column in there and it'll definitely need something like a rose joint on the other side of the double-universal joint. All to come at some point! 🙂 Cheers! 👍

[@suzukisav]

Not much clearance Clarence. But good vectors Victor. Always a pleasure to watch. We're counting on you! And don't call me Shirley. 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for the laugh, I needed one today! 😄 Great to hear from you and hope all is well!

[@suzukisav]

@@FanatikBuilds keep up the good work. Geo is the tricky bit, but so worth the effort. 👍

[@andylewis7360]

DUDE! I was wondering how you were getting on! Glad to see you’re still a It! ;-D

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Andy! We're still plodding away! 😄 glad to have you watching, hope you'll enjoy what's to come!

[@mgbchuck6527]

I used a MGB rack (shortened) with the custom suspension in my MGBV8, same shorter knuckle thing, LOVE the ultra quick steering (did take some getting use to) MGB rack was used in early Cobras, good enough for Shelby, good enough for me

[@FanatikBuilds]

We're hoping it will really liven things up! My Subaru has a 13:1 rack but I've never done the math to see what we've ended up with in the GT6. Anything close to that will feel great! Didn't know the Cobra's used one from an MG - cool - I agree, Shelby knew what he was doing! All the best Charles, stay in touch!

[@johndavey72]

Hi. This is incredibly interesting. I shudder to think how many "homebuilds " somehow make it to the roads in unroadworty condition. You mention you haven't had any formal training . Well you could have fooled me ! There are very few out there who could accomplish what you've managed .....impressive ! Thanks for sharing ! Oh ! And l thought my workshop was small ! 😂

[@FanatikBuilds]

It's a good question and I'm sure there have been a few! I know our geometry could still be improved upon, however I take solace in the fact that even OE manufactures have to make compromises! Really appreciate the kind words of encouragement John, thank you! 😊👍

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Cracking job!!!!

[@Kneedragon1962]

[chuckle] "Remember, the key to life, is lowered expectations." Ah ~ that's what I missed ....

[@FanatikBuilds]

Don't know who said that first, but I think I learned it from Red Green! 😊👍

[@joshreese1721]

This is an amazing build you inspired me to do something very similar with my 68 mustang! I am very early in the building stage working on the base frame now. I am extremely worried about my steering situation with going rack and pinion with the ford 302 oil pan will be a mess. we will cross that bridge when we get to it. I could not help but notice your universal joint is moving a lot. I am worried that is going to cause a lot of steering inconsistencies I am looking into the Foxbody style rack because the pinion is set at an angle which I am hoping helps. Best of luck!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Josh, sounds like a fun project! Love the 68 👍 Yes no worries, I did mention it very briefly in the video but there will be a standoff/rose-joint or whatever you want to call it to support the back side of the u-joint. There's also no column in there right now either so I was just turning the steering shaft with a pair of vise-grips! 😄 all the best and stay in touch!

[@mikeymasi]

Great stuff fellas

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you! Hope you will enjoy the rest of the project too!

[@scottycollins131]

Miata steering rack. You can get a powered one. Use the electric steering pump from a Volvo.

[@FanatikBuilds]

They're pretty small, but not small enough, the GT6 rack not being powered made this modification possible!

[@joeschlotthauer840]

*I'm going to have to watch twice,* *Well, maybe a lot more than that...*

[@FanatikBuilds]

:) Thanks Joe, I appreciate it!

[@joeschlotthauer840]

@@FanatikBuilds A lot to comprehend there...

[@JohnSmith-qj4cf]

I injoy watching these videos again very helpful

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man!

[@christianresources1912]

You could always use my duel acting hydraulic piston anti-sway bar..... Makes for a compact installation as there is no "bar" just cross-linked hydraulic pistons with an air reservoir that the amount of air is used to tune the anti-sway bar rate...

[@FanatikBuilds]

Sounds very interesting, but expensive! That's similar to a system that Toyota and a few others in large SUVs. Thanks for the idea!

[@neiljarvis8911]

Let me guess, Vauxhall Opel Corsa B electric power steering as fitted to Retropower / Murray Mk 1 Escort. Epic build, loving the engineering solutions, but surely, somethings gonna crop up that you haven't already accounted for??

[@FanatikBuilds]

Not quite, but close! Thanks Neil, appreciate it! There are plenty of little things that sneak up but on the whole I've been pleased with how it is coming together! You kinda have to think ahead 10 steps with such a small car, as if you don't, you will likely use up space you'll need later 😄

[@lowelllogerwell5146]

Reduced expectations - LOL; no wait; you're serious!?! Oh Shi.... I got some work to do now! Crap! Gheat video of a great build!

[@Shl0kk]

Came for the resto, stayed for the math

[@FanatikBuilds]

😁 cheers man, glad to have you along for the ride!

[@Shady-Shane]

you can pickup electric steering columns from small cars in scrap yards relatively cheap, i've one fitted to my van.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Shh! That's the plan! 🤫👍

[@c4b0ombazzist90]

Just picked up a 65 spitfire about a month ago, wanting to do something similar heck of an undertaking for sure.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Congrats! They are great little cars, but definitely not well setup for a bunch of additional power. We started with fairly mild goals, but one thing led to another and ... well you know the rest! Enjoy your Spit, hope you'll get some ideas from what we're up to! 👍

[@2ToneWalt]

Is there anything a Crown Vic can't do? That is definitely the smallest rack I've seen on a car. Have you considered electric power steering? 👍

[@DanNorth42]

I'd bet that's coming...

[@FanatikBuilds]

Shh Steve, don't give it all away! 🤫😉 Cheers!

[@JohnSmith-qj4cf]

Unbelievable 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks John! 😊

[@JohnSmith-qj4cf]

@@FanatikBuilds thks i tryed to join your Patons ill work it out !

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for looking into that - we appreciate the support! If you have any issues just let me know! 👍

[@JohnSmith-qj4cf]

@@FanatikBuilds i will thks

[@tonygirvin8672]

Great work how long before you think 🤔 the car will be on the road it going to be a beast

[@FanatikBuilds]

We're in for the long haul Tony! I'd rather finish it before it goes on the road as I know we'd never get back to the final details otherwise! Cheers, hope you'll enjoy what's to come! 👍

[@jwilliams703]

Im having this same trouble with my build. But im using 99% less math and 75% more eye balling.

[@badmoon5249]

Sorry I'm a little late to the party, and forgive me if this is already been brought up, but did you actually watch your video? At approximately 15:20, when you check the steering, watch the double u-joint flop around! The double joint is essentially a very short intermediate steering shaft, and as such, it MUST be supported with a bearing of some sort. Most guys use a spherical heim joint which the shaft passes through, and is welded or bolted to the frame.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, I actually watch the videos dozens of times during editing! 😊 I do mention this at 13:10 ... and there isn't even a column in place yet, so that will all get sorted out in time!

[@cliveclapham6451]

👍👍😎😎 think your gonna need power shoulders and elbows 😉

[@FanatikBuilds]

😂 It's just a free workout!

[@DaPenceman]

A golf cart steering rack might work also

[@FanatikBuilds]

True that! Or one from an ATV or SXS! 😄

[@blekenbleu]

You're going to add a bearing to locate the steering shaft going to that double u-joint?

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yeppers! One more thing to navigate but shouldn't be too much trouble compared to the rest of the work here! Cheers Steven!

[@OEMishGarage]

Scrolled down to see if this was mentioned in the comments. Glad to see someone else had the concern.

[@AutoMotivate]

Was that a Letterkenny reference? 😂

[@FanatikBuilds]

I make a bunch of references to other channels, but not Letterkenny as it so happens :)

[@thecompound7354]

Great video! Loving the series. Out of curiosity, what program are you using to create the suspension animations? Thanks!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, glad to hear it! I used Blender, but I can't say it's the best software for this sort of thing. Fusion 360 might be a better one - for what it's worth! Both free though, so give them a shot and have some fun! ✌️😊

[@Arthagnou]

Looking at all these geometry issues, it might not have been much easier to modify the C5 or C4 chassis. The absolute center being the dimension of note.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yeah we're glad we chose this route!

[@witchcraftauto]

This is so detailed! Makes me want to mess with my perfectly working steering on my car! What software do you use to mock up the 3D designs?!

[@FanatikBuilds]

😄 glad you enjoyed it! It was a bit of a headache, but interesting to learn about nonetheless! The software I made the animations in is called Blender (amazing open-source program) ... but it's not actually a CAD software, and thus is not very helpful for designing the suspension in the first place. All the modeling was strictly to aid the visualization of this video! We just used basic principles and some fairly straightforward math/measuring to make sure we were in the right area. I must say, it really helped using the front suspension from a car with near-identical wheelbase/trackwidth proportions! Check out these links to learn more about suspension and steering geometry, they really helped me! www.racingaspirations.com/apps/suspension-geometry-calculator/ www.streetmusclemag.com/features/chassis-geometry-101-engineering-speed/ datagenetics.com/blog/december12016/index.html

[@aussiebloke609]

I don't see a way to fit dust boots to the ends of the rack. The left side would have to cover that jam nut, and the right has no flange provided to fit a boot at all. But leaving them off will expose the rack teeth to the elements. All part of the plan?

[@FanatikBuilds]

No worries my friend, for once in this build that's all straightforward triumph parts! The one boot has a large end to attach to the aluminum end of the rack, (clearing the jamb nut) and the other boot just clamps onto the straight end... I agree though it should have a raised flange so it won't slip off. Cheers man! 🙂👍

[@DanNorth42]

@@FanatikBuilds I finally had to put a bit of weld on the small end of the rack to keep the boot from sliding off.

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@DanNorth42 Good to know Dan, thanks!

[@meatcreap]

nice!

[@markletts8802]

One for the algorithm🇬🇧

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thanks Mark - Appreciate the help! 🇨🇦👍

[@denis9450]

Ah Brackets

[@FanatikBuilds]

Nothing like a good bracket!

[@swiss86]

The meter stick/inches but had me laughing. Dear god our country is a mess of measuring systems. 🤣

[@FanatikBuilds]

Keeps things interesting doesn't it! 😄

[@18wheeler77]

So, see you in another, 6 months?!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, no it'll be sooner than that man! 😄

[@18wheeler77]

@@FanatikBuilds don’t over promise! 😂

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@18wheeler77 😂🤫👍

[@0richbike]

i did the metric/imperial brain wibble. but im a a brit not a cannnnadian. so im confused, disappointed and embarrassed. keep calm and carry clams

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, cheers sir! 👍

[@tihspidtherekciltilc5469]

Skateboard trucks. Just lean to change lanes and no fiddly steering wheel to worry about.

[@FanatikBuilds]

... now you tell me! 😄

[@keithq68]

Just came across your video series today. Great work. It will be a fun car to drive when it’s finished. I’m currently building a resto-mod 1969 Camaro. I see by your plate that you’re in Ontario, what area are you located? I’m just west of Toronto.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Keith, we're looking forward to that day! 👍 Very nice, I love that year Camaro, what all have you done to it? We're further south a bit - try not to be to specific on the internet, but not too far a drive from you! Cheers

[@keithq68]

@@FanatikBuilds nice to see some southern Ontario content. I’m still working on mine but I have C6 Corvette suspension front and rear. I’m running a 2018 LT4, C6 Z06 T56 torque tube, C7 Z06 TR6070 and a late C6 Z06 differential. I’m hoping to have it rolling in a month or so. Still a ton of work after that. I have some videos up on KZbin but mostly just for my records. They’re not nicely edited like yours.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Nice! Sounds like a great project, I will have to check out some of your videos when I get the chance! 👍

[@albertsmith678]

Just wondering if you ever checked out retro racks for a-body chevelle or 64 mustang

[@FanatikBuilds]

There were some good options out there, and a rack with a travel bar or a center take off unit like you'd use on those applications were definitely contenders! In the end, this was free and should work well :) Thanks Albert! 👍

[@moonface978]

😊

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers David!

[@bawbjusbawb6471]

Really great build. You mentioned that you might have some issues with the "heaviness" of the steering. If that problem does arise, you could look at an electric power assist, something like this: www.fuelcurve.com/turn-one-electric-power-steering/ or something similar. It should even fit the tight cockpit of the GT6. Again, great really build, keep up the good work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man! We have something similar planned that should be a bit cheaper! We could of course leave it as manual steering, but I do think power assist will make it more enjoyable 😅 Glad to have you along for the ride, and hope you'll enjoy what's to come! 👍

[@peterhatch1583]

All I seem to do is watch your videos have all the steel for my frame any way thks for the video got the email

[@paradiche8925]

Should we have to wait again?

[@FanatikBuilds]

I'm afraid so! 😬 Next episode should be out sooner than the last few though! Keep an eye on Facebook or Instagram for some heads up!

[@Rosakru]

I'm Canadian. And a carpenter and designer....but PLEASE measure in mm EH? 😂

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, I switch back and forth depending on the time of day! ;)

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

🎄👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Merry Christmas Peter! 🎄

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

@@FanatikBuilds thks builts looking great

[@baddog5936]

I don't understand what that guy with the hat is still doing there. Is he some transient relative that won't move out of the garage or what?

[@FanatikBuilds]

We keep telling him to leave but he refuses! 😄

[@stuartraffle7148]

#BetterThanBinky...

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, kind of you to say Stuart, but I highly doubt that to be true!! :) Cheers my friend, have a good week!

[@stuartraffle7148]

@@FanatikBuilds I had an z3m Coupe back in the early 00's. My Mrs. is on a mission to acquire an SE6A Scimitar. Your car is much more interesting (to us)that a Mini (albeit a Mini with lots of exquisite brackets.....)! Keep up the good work! Stay well.