Custom Exhaust Design - Pro Touring V8 Triumph Build - LS Powered Project GT6 - Ep23

[@FanatikBuilds]

Hope you'll enjoy what we've been up to, it's fun (and annoying) learning new skills! What do you suppose is planned for out back?

[@DanNorth42]

Out back? Perhaps something styled around the bell type system; dual chrome tips angled up and close together, both either on one side or centered.

[@baronvonteuchter1412]

I would guess, twin upswept shotgun pipes, that’s two side-by-side tailpipes either side. 4 pipes is twice as better as two pipes. Maybe even more. 😉

[@wg5768]

Maybe something different like twin square exhaust tips on each side or a rectangle tip on each side. Thinking outside the circle!

[@KT-ur7pi]

Yah! 90% done, only 90% to go

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@KT-ur7pi 😂👌

[@az426hemi]

You guys are an inspiration to me for my 283 Spitfire

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really glad to help in some small way! Have fun with it, that will be a blast! 👍

[@finiansmall]

Fellas, this meticulousness is very admirable! Great work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Finian! That's really kind of you to say and means a lot, cheers! 😊

[@BigHeinen]

Pro welder tip: On stainless steel you should cap both ends of the pipe with blue painter's tape and poke a hole in each end. Put a tube in one end for your inert gas and the gas will fill the inside of the tube and exits out the other end. This keeps the welds INSIDE the pipe as beautiful as the welds on the outside of the pipe. Great Build!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Doug, I REALLY wanted to back-purge, and didn't talk much about it in this video, but ultimately we just aren't setup for it, and it does add a considerable cost to the process. I'm sure it would give a much better looking (and longer lasting) product, but maybe for the next build! Thanks for the helpful tip and encouragement though, really appreciate it! 👍

[@patrickstover8766]

I think it looks great. You're always your worst critic, most people will just see a really cool car build.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, this is true, but I enjoy always striving to do better! Thanks Patrick! 😊👍

[@HomeBuiltByJeff]

That is some super neat TIG welds for your first time! Nice work.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Jeff, need a lot more practice but they should work for now I guess! Cheers from Canada man!

[@guywilson187]

Nice pipes 👍😊 Yeah, great start to your exhaust system. I fully agree with your idea to have them poking out of the rear. Two slightly upturned, slash-cut pipes are a Triumph tradition and will suit your car to perfection. Eager to watch the next thrilling instalment. Keep at it 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

I think you'll like what's planned then Guy! Thanks so much for watching and I really appreciate the encouragement!

[@mattconnor6779]

Thanks for the new post. It kills me to have to wait so long between uploads, but it's still worth it!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, believe it or not Matt, I'm pumping out these videos as fast as possible! It takes weeks to produce them, not even including the research/planning/building! So glad you enjoy what we're up to though and I hope you'll find episode 24 to be just as good!

[@lbh002]

Just beautiful!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks very much Luther, means a lot man!

[@robertbisson9161]

Keep up the good work ! Nice to see father and sons ( the lazy one does not do much ) Canadian content.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Robert! Yeah, he's is always getting in the way, we've told him to go inside but he insists he's too lazy to do even that! 😉 Really appreciate the encouraging words and thanks for watching!

[@dustinthecouch2466]

I don't even know what to say anymore. It's awesome, beautiful, and your passion shows in how you don't take shortcuts or do anything halfway. This car is going to be a masterpiece when you guys are finished and I can't wait for the next video.

[@FanatikBuilds]

You're very kind man, I really appreciate the encouragement, it's needed more than you know! 😊

[@brucehodges7889]

Beautiful welds! Your skills amaze me, I love watching you and Dad working together. He should be very proud...

[@andrewd2046]

Dad here - he is!!

[@Paul_VanGo]

It all looks so simple, when it's all together. But, I know of at least two persons, who know that that is not really the case. I really believe, that, if you had to start all over, you'd do the build exactly the same. And that's a real testimony of (both) your craftsmanship.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Ha - no joke!! It's one of those, "oh yeah, cool ... wait, it took you HOW long?!" Thanks Paul, it means a lot man, and the encouragement is really needed! You're right, I do believe if we did it all again I wouldn't change much, if anything... maybe a slightly better job on the bodywork! 😂

[@Paul_VanGo]

@@FanatikBuilds Well... Thank you!

[@lynnvogel7316]

Another excellent video!!! Thanks for sharing! This car is really coming together with a quality level to be admired!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Lynn, really appreciate the encouragement, it's needed! 😊

[@boldorboy08]

The work you two turn out in your garage is inspiring. Well done again.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Ian, it's a bit annoying at times (ok most of the time) in such a small space, but it's pretty cool seeing what can be done when you blindly ignore the circumstances around you! 😂

[@adgillespie3051]

I have been watching religiously since the beginning. I can't wait to hear it running. My first car was a 1970 GT6+. I wish I had the smarts to fix it way back then.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate the continued viewing and support sir, it means a lot and I'm glad you are enjoying what we're up to! Your thoughts are echoed over here on waiting to hear it run! 😄 Cheers

[@philtucker1224]

Absolutely excellent! - be proud 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Phil, that means a lot! 😊

[@BrianSmart1959]

I would grade those welds as well into the Good Enough range. Well done.

[@FanatikBuilds]

They're what we've got anyway! 😬 lol

[@samuelg9115]

Animation's on point! Love this channel!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Samuel, they took most of a day to make so glad they proved to be a helpful addition to the video! 😊 Really appreciate the encouragement, it's needed!

[@dmjunqueirarv]

One of the best ongoing car builds on KZbin. Keep up the good work guys! Cheers from Brazil!

[@FanatikBuilds]

You're very kind Danilo, there's a ton of great content on here so I'm honoured you feel that way! We definitely will keep trying our best, hope you'll enjoy what's to come! All the best from Canada 🇨🇦👍

[@jimbranham3281]

Your ability to learn on the fly is impressive. You've done well, as usual. I think you will never sell this Triumph because you've put so much of yourself into it, I imagine it would be like selling a piece of your soul.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thanks Jim, I ran a few practice beads but there comes a point where you just have to send it and hope for the best! lol. Correct, it's never leaving our possession, way to much time, effort, and memories to put a price on it! Cheers my friend, always appreciate reading your encouraging words!

[@Strike86]

If I ever learn to weld and my TIGs look that good from the get-go, I'd be extremely pleased with myself. Amazing work as always guys.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thanks man, I've got the techniques in my head, just a matter of making my body do what I know it should do! 😄 Thanks for the encouragement!

[@rossdean1997]

I would suggest using 308L filler material and using a 350F interpass temperature to keep sensitization to a minimum. So let the weld area cool to below 350F before starting another weld. Sensitization is when the Carbon and Chrome in the stainless combine to form carbides in any area heated to above 800F. This robs the surface of Chrome that is needed for the the continuous oxide film (the reason it resists corrosion) resulting in anodic region that will corrode. This area is called the denuded zone. Also only if you are using a wire brush, only use a stainless steel brush. Steel will contaminate the surface imbedding iron which is anodic and will cause corrosion.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for the helpful advise Ross - the pulse setting helped to keep things relatively cool but I'm sure I messed up many times in many different ways. Always helps to learn more about how it should be done; then it's just the task of getting my body to do what my head knows it should do!! 😄

[@l9jjp]

Awesome work such a cool build

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Jay, means a lot man!

[@mattpovah5952]

…but here we go :) made me chuckle. It’s ok exhaust design can be fascinating!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Matt, it always amazes me how much there is to learn about things you think are relatively straightforward! Great to hear from you man! 👍

[@mattpovah5952]

@@FanatikBuilds this car is going to be really amazing, a one of a kind work of art. Really enjoying following along through your build process. I have learned a lot as well. Of course, for my project it is more just rebuilding and restoring, not re-engineering!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, I never dreamed we'd be doing all this stuff, but it's a lot of fun and hugely satisfying! Really glad to have you along for the ride with us Matt, and I always appreciate the encouragement, it's needed more than you know!

[@warrenstearns9068]

Good work going on there

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Warren, appreciate it!

[@joell439]

Personally, I think all of the welding and pipe routing is extremely nice. I don’t know anyone who is happy with their welds unless they are seasoned professionals. And from what I’ve witnessed, even they often wish a particular weld was better when common folk only see spectacular. My only unsolicited suggestion if you have more SS exhaust welding to do, please figure out how to add back-purging to eliminate the sugaring that will eventually cause a crack. This will ensure you’ll never need to replace those pipes in the future 😉. Super nice build!!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, you're absolutely right of course Joel, we're all our worst critics! I REALLY wanted to back-purge, and didn't talk much about it in this video, but ultimately we just aren't setup for it, and it does add a considerable cost to the process. I'm sure it would give a much better looking (and longer lasting) product, but maybe for the next build! Thanks man, appreciate it! 👍

[@jayinmi3706]

One polished axle, and one silver axle is triggering my OCD. lol Also, Yay TIG welding! Welds look pretty good. Way better than any muffler shop I've ever seen, for sure.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Unfortunately it's being left like that (for now) to help me get over my own OCD! 😬 Ugh... And thanks Jay, your gas has been put to good use, already on a second bottle! 😎👍

[@maxbrouggy3126]

Love the saw mitre plate, going to steal that idea. Awesome as always!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Max, can't take all the credit, though I've never seen anyone put one on a abrasive disk saw so I'm glad it worked out! Really makes life so much easier, cheers man! 👍

[@fredericrike5974]

Awesome, guys! And I think you may be somewhat ahead of Binky's progress by this point too! Your bracketry as well as the "figuring out the fiddly bits" is really on! One still can't help asking-have you a time in mind for the Vroom vroom bit? We still haven't heard Binky, going on seven years now- so you and your dad are truly galloping along! Fanatik, don't ever give up the cross grain in you- not only is it fun to watch, it is also the armour for your soul! You can always laugh as you figure out how it could be better- you learn! Awesome- love to your dad for a lot of right things in his kid! FR

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, I'd love to say yes, but sadly we're WAY behind Binky! I think they're moving into final assembly now. But in our defence, we are MERELY mortals unlike Nick and Rich. 😄 Firing up the engine will come later on in the build, as currently the block is empty with just a crankshaft in it - building it back up and firing it will likely happen around the time of paint - hope you'll enjoy it Frederic, I know we're counting down the days!! Your kind words are extremely encouraging and timely, so thank you for that, and we both send our best your way! Cheers sir 😊👍

[@fredericrike5974]

@@FanatikBuilds Pardon, the last "Sir" in my family passed in is sleep (an entirely undeserved fate) at 87 a few years ago. He left no one any money or title, as a matter of fact, both is will's trustees lost personal money trying to settle his debts. Stick to Frederic or Fred- I answer to both! Binky didn't get to "doing the engine till episode 30 or so, fully six years in. Props to Nik and Rich, but they apparently have day jobs they want to keep, so it's just the weekends they can both be away at the shed. In my "rushing you" defense- I am 70 just the now; I think further comment un necessary! PS; The old gent above was my father- as much as I envy you the GT6 project, my envy is really for the relationship between you and !your dad. Don't feel bad- I'm literally, "the last man standing" and I'm not one bit ashamed nor has any of it made me lonely; Dad cut me completely out of his life forty years ago- I've been a better person since I put the sorry and bitterness far away! thanks for "making" a part of my day. FR

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@fredericrike5974 Haha, ok Fred, I'll try to remember that! Yes, it seems they're kept busy with client projects, though in all honesty it also takes a very long time to produce the content they make. It'll likely be later than Ep30 when we get to our own engine! The time with dad is the biggest reason behind the project, material things can be replaced, but the time with him will be a memory forever! I'm sorry that you didn't have a similar relationship with your own dad, but I'm proud of you for working through that hardship in your life and coming out the other side as a more well-rounded individual. It also gives you the unique ability to connect with others who have had similar experiences in their lives! Always great hearing from you Fred, and I'm glad the video could bring some enjoyment to your day! All the best from Canada! 🇨🇦👍

[@fredericrike5974]

@@FanatikBuilds Wouldn't miss you guys for a big Sunday pancake breakfast! It would at least take a fancy dinner for two, at least! Thank you for your encouragement- FR

[@2ToneWalt]

It really interests me how people adapt and overcome when the need arises, all ya gotta do now is tell ya brother you dismantled his saw. Things are really starting to come together now and keeping with the Airplane movie quotes, that's some great clearance, Clarence. 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thankfully no permanent modifications to it were necessary! 😂 Really pleased with how flat the cuts come out, gives me the best chance I've got to weld them up... but unfortunately it also takes away any excuse for why the welds look so ... bad. 😬

[@JordanVH98]

@@FanatikBuilds if at first you don't lay down a nice bead, grind and weld again. :)

[@FanatikBuilds]

@ Jordan Vander Heide Love it! 😂

[@2ToneWalt]

@@FanatikBuilds As the saying goes. A grinder and paint make me the welder I ain't. 😁👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@2ToneWalt Similarly my prof also used to say "if you can't make it right, make it bright!" 😊😉

[@nigelphillips5235]

Love the video!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Hey thanks buddy! 😄

[@fatboysgarage7984]

I can't wait to hear the first start up.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Oh neither can we man, neither can we! 😎👌

[@outwrite11]

Making the exhaust is always my favourite part of a project. So satisfying. Great job with this one, looks great ! #UK

[@FanatikBuilds]

Then you'll definitely not want to miss what's next! 😄 Haha, more to come! Thanks man, means a lot! Cheers from Canada!

[@rompdude]

Firstly... Love your videos, going to be sad when this is done :(. Couple tig tips; use a flap wheel specifically for tungsten grinding to prevent contamination (providing you are not actually dipping it in the weld pool accidentally if so don't worry XD) purging the inside of the tube can really help get a better weld (make sure there is flow for the gas to go in and out as to not build pressure)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, so glad to hear it, and don't worry, there's still loads to do! Ok, didn't think a flap wheel would work well but I'll give it a try, thanks! The grinding disk we're using right now is dedicated for tungsten and I try to grind off the initial material in one section of disk, and refine the point in another... there may be a little, tiny bit of dipping going on!! 😂 I really wanted to purge, and didn't talk much about it in this video, but ultimately we just aren't setup for it, and it does add a considerable cost to the process. I'm sure it would give a much better looking (and longer lasting) product, but maybe for the next build! Cheers man, appreciate the encouragement and advice!

[@rompdude]

@@FanatikBuilds ah didn't see it was a disc rather than flap, does make sense. Yeah back purging is great if you can, but is extra effort with seemingly little gains. But it can be worth it as you said. Do you plan for another build at some point? Probably madness considering anything at this point, but I usually have. About 5 ideas floating around with little time and money to do them :)

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@rompdude I absolutely will start another project after the GT6 is done, to me, this is just the beginning! Space will be the issue though, so hoping I can get my own place with some property in the next few years. Like you, I've got so many ideas I want to see come together! Cheers bro!

[@GarageItYourself]

Ah, your OCD and my OCD would get along so very well. Love how well you're designing and fabricating everything and well done to learning TiG on the job. Bravo ☺️

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, life would be a mess without a little OCD! Really appreciate that man, it means a lot and I need the encouragement more than you know! Cheers! 😊👍

[@GarageItYourself]

@@FanatikBuilds Yup, the encouragement sure helps to keep going when she doesn't play ball. I've not managed a video in around 8months now just cos of lockdowns and issues getting in the way of progress as well as other factors.

[@edwinsmith9617]

This channel is my only patreon subscription and the only channel I click on immediately when a video drops. Making good progress on the exhaust can’t wait to see how you’ll finish off the exit and tips to fit with the cars rear end design.

[@FanatikBuilds]

We REALLY appreciate the support Edwin, it means a ton! 👊 Hope you'll like what we've got planned for the back (I think you will!) 😅

[@maxxod1]

The more I look at that car the more I really like the look of it. Especially the front quarter angle. Just has that look of a properly nice GT car.

[@FanatikBuilds]

It's got some really nice proportions that make it hard to believe it's so small! Not every angle is perfect, but that's true for most cars I guess... Thanks man, hope you'll enjoy what's to come!

[@manosfarfarelos8666]

Well done, awesome work. I know the basics for welding due to being an engineer, but I'm in no way a good welder myself, so I wouldn't worry about it. If it works on holding pieces together and looks good enough, then it probably is.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thanks Manos, as my prof used to say, "if you can't make it right, make it bright!" ... not a bad mentality actually, though my OCD would beg to differ. 😉 Cheers man, hope you'll enjoy what's next!

[@punkbloater]

That looked like exhausting work… (Yes I am a dad and I will show myself out)

[@FanatikBuilds]

It was, I'm silenced by how much effort it took! 😉 Cheers man!

[@punkbloater]

@@FanatikBuilds 😂

[@BrianSmart1959]

Wow! I made it into the video! What an honor. That's honour in Englandish.

[@FanatikBuilds]

😎 the challenge was commendable Brian! Sorry we failed. 😅 Honour is also how I was brought up to spell it!

[@baronvonteuchter1412]

Lot of work in there! Love it, great job 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, it really was, may only look like a few bits of pipe joined together but there's so much more going on! Cheers buddy! 👊

[@hippycow1006]

Yess, another episode, can’t wait to see it go down the road

[@FanatikBuilds]

Neither can we buddy! 😄👍

[@hippycow1006]

@@FanatikBuilds do you guys have any idea how far you are for a first start? Seems pretty soon considering almost everything is there besides wiring

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@hippycow1006 Haha, it may seem like that but there's still loads to do... Including actually putting the engine back together as it's just a bare crank in it right now! 😅 stay tuned man!

[@hippycow1006]

@@FanatikBuilds oh yeah, forgot about that😅 I’m putting a 350 small block chevy in my 1949 chevy and I’m just trying to get the courage to drop the brand new rebuilt engine in it

[@FanatikBuilds]

Nice man, that sounds awesome! I feel you on the decision of buying a new engine... it's not a small investment! Best of luck and keep us updated!

[@herbiederby3394]

Looks good for your first time doing tig welding and the exhaust system came out real good and jig too.....great work as always ....💯👍🤙

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks buddy! Really appreciate it and glad you like it! 😊

[@jeromeirving4770]

Coming from an experienced exhaust fabricator. You did a hell of job. And definitely better than the first system I built

[@FanatikBuilds]

Wow, thanks Jerome, that really means a lot! 😊

[@karlalton3170]

For saying you don't have much experience TIG welding you have done a Sterling job looks great dude glad you went with rear pipe exit its going to look awesome 😁😁🤘🤘 stay safe dude 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Karl, that means a lot! 😊 I did have a little practice back in college but it was a scratch-start machine and I just couldn't get the hang of it. This high-frequency start is lightyears easier, but sadly means I have less of an excuse when I mess up!! 😅 Cheers my friend 👍

[@phillipthethird42]

What I like is that you're showing that anyone with a desire can do this. All one needs is the desire, and everything else will fall into place. I highly recomend this video for those who have the desire, but don't know where to start. Step 1; have desire, Step 2; just do it. Step 3 ; rinse and repeat. P.S. Prop shaft? C'mon we're Americans.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, I've wanted to do something like this for ages so it's amazing to have the opportunity! Lol, well, I'm Canadian don't forget - and I used "driveline" two seconds later, so it would have been "driveshaft... driveline" ... it's a lot of driving for one script! 😉

[@phillipthethird42]

@@FanatikBuilds Ok, "Prop shaft" I'll let it slide. But , listen, as for the exhaust, I'm sure you'll work something out that will be great. Get creative with the tailpipes, Some of the old '50s cars can be an inspiration.

[@paulresca6681]

Impressive learning on the tig. The pipes look great. I’m thinking the back will be something along the lines of vintage monza twin tips left and right. Love the collaboration on design.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Paul, appreciate that very much! Good ideas, stay tuned! 😊

[@jasonroberts4029]

Looking good Boys!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Jason, means a lot man!

[@davidshellock1588]

As always great work really enjoy your videos and problem solving. Cheers DS in NZ

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks David, really appreciate it man! All the best from Canada! 🇨🇦👍

[@Thomas-yv5yw]

through the body like Flash McQueen !!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, it was an option, maybe for the next build! 😊

[@denis9450]

As usual looking great well done young man you and your dad keep safe all the best from Liverpool England

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Denis! Kind of you to say, and I really do appreciate the encouragement! All the best back from Ontario, Canada!

[@adelaideinvigilation5230]

Welding TIG is cleanliness and more cleanliness so make life easier have your TIG stuff away from the rest of your welding gear, so rags, grinders, sand paper, emery cloth what ever you is just for TIG dont use it for anything else and dont let other metal grinders, files etc contaminate your TIG stuff

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yes, it really makes a difference! Thanks! 👍

[@seankearney6915]

@@FanatikBuilds I came here to say the same. Also two other things the guy that introduced me to TIG welding said was that grinding the electrode lengthwise focuses the spark better so I got a very small grinding wheel just for that and he said pay a few quid (GB money) extra and buy yourself a stainless steel wire brush. I would treat your dad to an Auto darkening helmet too. I found it helps if the helper can see what they are doing to. Loving the series though my friend has a Spartan Kit Car which is based on the standard GT6/Vitesse. There is a Morris Minor over here with your setup in but he took the exhaust up and over the diff by lifting the boot floor. We have cushion speed bumps too so with low ground clearance you have to put a wheel over them and never straddle them. Some will take the sump off a standard classic Mini.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Sean! Yes, we're grinding along the disk to put the grain lengthwise as you say - and I do believe the wire brush is stainless (a few people have thought it isn't which I find confusing as I never said either way!) Really appreciate the help though as I need as much advise as I can get (and my body to actually do what I know it should do) lol. Yes, we have some speedbumps around here too and it's why I have been trying to keep everything above the bottom of the frame rails as much as possible. We've owned a lot of Subaru's over the years and it's something I've always liked about their packaging. Cheers man, always great hearing from you!

[@matthewhook3375]

Fantastic work as always chaps, looks absolutely mint!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Matthew, really appreciate that!

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

TIG is so satisfying. Just like modern gas welding but so much more adaptable.

[@xozindustries7451]

That jig is genius! I was having a problem cutting the mandrel bends for my car, I’ll need to make one of those as well

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you! Took the idea from elsewhere but adapted it to work on the abrasive disk saw. It worked out really well and took out a lot of the guess work and finishing steps usually done with a belt-sander (that we don't have)! I'd use a thicker plate if I made it again though, cheers man 👍

[@jonathanmead]

Great stuff.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Jonathan, appreciate it!

[@SkylarkCamperAdventures]

Another brilliant episode, just always wish they were longer. Can’t wait for the next one.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks buddy, always appreciate hearing from you and I'm glad you enjoyed this episode! I'd much rather leave you wishing for more than bored out of your mind! 😄

[@VeganGorilla555]

I'd love to learn to weld, and I'm in love with TIG welding. I see it as an art form.

[@nickfuller4416]

Really enjoying watching this project, a job very well done lads!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks so much Nick, really appreciate the encouragement, it's needed more than you know!

[@DanNorth42]

Hell Yeah Brother!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks my friend! 👊

[@benjaminreinhardt259]

I like the jig! Try using a flapper wheel for sharpening your tungsten. Those burr bits will not live a long life in a drill. Die grinders run at ~20k RPMs while a drill runs ~2k RPMS.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for the tip on using a flap disk, another viewer mentioned that too so I'll have to give it a go! Yes, the funny thing is I have a couple die-grinders ... and a decent compressor... it's just the hassle of getting it all setup that I hate! Cords and hoses are not my friends 😂 ... for $5 I don't care if the burr is a throw-away after we are done the exhaust, but ironically, it's lasting really well! Cheers Benjamin 👍

[@MikeHammill-TheShop]

Awesome guys!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Mike, appreciate it man!

[@romans8forging181]

Nice work. I think your welds look right on. You two have been diligent in not going to fast on any part and it is really paying off.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Tim, means a lot! Lol, we're trying our best but I'm sure there's still a ton of stuff we're forgetting 😬 Time will tell! Cheers man 👍

[@georgeryan603]

Moving along nicely boys ..

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you George! Appreciate it 👍

[@patireland9408]

No, not out or down the side (burned the back of my leg on one of those). So, you got it right. Run it out the back. Your TIG looks great. Keep the good work coming.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thanks Pat, and sorry about your leg! 😬 I think it could have been very cool, but we're pretty stoked with how it's turning out this way! Glad you agree. Appreciate the encouragement, and I hope you'll enjoy what's next - cheers!

[@davidwright9605]

Been watching a few of your episodes over the two days. I shall now watch all of them. So entertaining and informative. Your build looks great. I’m planning an mgb gt Ls 5speed swap myself. I have the mg, an 11’ by 17’ foot garage. You have given me a new surge to get started! Thanks. Dave from Vancouver Bc.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Glad you found the project David! The old episodes can be a little hard to watch at times, but hopefully you can find some enjoyment anyway! 🥳 Good luck with your BGT! That was our second most-likely candidate for a project! In hindsight it would have made life so much easier as they are well proportioned for the LS. If you haven't yet, check out this thread on the BritishV8 forums forum.britishv8.org/read.php?6,37035,page=4 ... and Scott Costanzo's own build log forum.britishv8.org/read.php?2,41895,page=1 ... they are very helpful! ... oh... and I thought our 10x22' garage was tiny... 😬

[@BrianSmart1959]

You said reach around. Drink!

[@JD-fx1mb]

The back portion looks easier? .... And I feel adding the X-pipe / muffler as a single unit will do nothing but cheat yourselves out of yet another brilliant one-off custom solution. Fantastic build as always.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, well it did at first that's for sure! 😂 Not too sure of it now! Haha, while that's true, packaging room is really the issue, having it all in one unit has made life so much simpler! Cheers man, really appreciate the encouragement!

[@jonathanwiggill8242]

Ah !! So Glad you are finally back!!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thanks Jonathan! Although it may be surprising, I'm pumping out these videos as fast as I can! It takes weeks to produce them (not even including the actual work shown, and research before that). Hope you'll enjoy what's next man! 👍

[@jonathanwiggill8242]

@@FanatikBuilds absolutely enjoy every minute of your content! BIG THANK YOU!

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@jonathanwiggill8242 Really appreciate you watching man!

[@michaelwillette5738]

Outstanding work! Just started watching. One point. Check this with your advisors. Welding stainless tube must be back gassed to avoid weld contamination. Simple to do. Feed a second hose off regulator at +- 15 cfm. Block the tube with cardboard. Vent other end and flush for a couple of minutes. Otherwise welds will fail.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Glad you found the project Michael, hope you'll enjoy what's to come! Really do appreciate the heads up, we actually decided not to back-purge as argon is pricey... the welds certainly won't last as long this way, but a lot of respected builders have done the same over the years and even stainless OEM systems are not back-purged. It should last well enough for the use the car will get, and we could always go back to do it right later (when I've got more practice under my belt)! Cheers man 👍

[@michaelwillette5738]

No worries! Now that i know your intentions i can breathe easier. My background is in high end and competition work. A non back-gassed system wouldn't last one race. But you have your act together. Looking forward to more instalments!

[@BiTurbo228]

If you're finding that ground clearance under the diff is a bit too tight then some ovalled sections under there could help you out. The do flow a little less than circular section, but not by much and the exhaust will have cooled off significantly by then so won't need as much space to flow as well.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yes I looked into oval tubing - talk about pricey! Thought about making some myself but it just wasn't worth the effort... as it sits we're only a 1/2" below the frame and it's all right around the rear tires so we don't expect any issues so long as we take speed bumps carefully! Really appreciate the thoughts though Simon, cheers man! 👍

[@BiTurbo228]

@@FanatikBuilds Oh yeah, don't buy oval tubing when you can just stand on circular tubing to make it (or weld two round edges to a square section). Just worth thinking about if you find yourself scraping over speed bumps (although I'm not sure if you have those irritating single hump speed bumps that we do in the UK, or if they're all proper full length ones).

[@Ebbyman413]

I just recently found this and I'm loving every minute of it! I can totally relate to the CDO (like OCD, but it the order it should be...) running your life as well.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Compulsive disorder obsessive doesn't roll off the tongue as nicely, but from an acronym standpoint... you've hit the nail on the head Eric! 😄 Maybe we should petition the renaming of it! Really glad you found the project and I hope you'll enjoy what's to come - cheers man!

[@gordonbradford4054]

I have just watched this build from the beginning and was expecting to get further than episode 23. It is a very interesting build but I can’t help thinking the chassis build is a LOT heavier than it need be. When you have a look at the thickness of the original Triumph chassis, yours is CONSIDERABLY thicker in all dimensions. It definitely will not bend in the middle, but must be about double the weight of the original chassis! But this is only my humble opinion. Keep on with the videos I am enjoying them Gordon, a Brit living in NE England.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Gordon, it's been an ongoing project for ~7 years now, and we too would like to be closer to completion, yet there's still a ways to go! The original frame is about 100lbs, and you are absolutely right that ours is 200lbs. Yes that's double, but it's also lower down which will reduce the center of gravity. Ultimately we might have been able to make it lighter, but weren't about to risk flex for a maximum weight loss of 100lbs. The whole point was to make it stronger! The Shelby Cobra 427 curb weight is ~2300lbs and from what we're estimating we will be pretty close to that... with a roof... and sound deadening! 😄 Cheers, and thanks for the encouragement, hope you'll enjoy what's to come!

[@MrAndrew1400]

Awesome job for your first attempt!!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Andrew, appreciate it 😊

[@neilmchardy9061]

Ideally you should purge pipe work with the welding gas to create a weld through. The inside of the pipe contains oxygen which causes embrittlement.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yes, I REALLY wanted to back-purge, and didn't talk much about it in this video, but ultimately we just aren't setup for it, and it does add a considerable cost to the process. I'm sure it would give a much better looking (and longer lasting) product, but maybe for the next build! Thanks for the tip though, appreciate it! 👍

[@johnfrancis9668]

Very Interesting, thx 😃

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers John!

[@ts302]

Great work-love the pipe cutting fixture! Where did you purchase the exhaust components? Thank you for posting.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks, I've seen similar designs before but never on an abrasive disk saw, so glad it worked out so well! We got the piping on ebay, it's a 16 piece 2.5" set from DNA motoring... importantly it's all 16 gauge, as some other listings are a mix of 14 and 16 gauge pieces. Not sponsored by DNA, but should be! 😂 Cheers man!

[@aussiebloke609]

I guess the 24-hour Triumph-GT6-with-an-LS4 store is clean out of exhaust systems. Looks pretty nice so far. Hope you've left room in your plans for a flex coupling or two near the engine - it's the one thing that's easily forgotten until it's too late. :-)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Can you believe it?? Sheesh... what is this world coming to, I ask you. Glad you raised flex-couplings... I've done a ton of looking into it and it seems they're mostly only needed in FWD cars. A large portion of RWD longitudinal layouts don't have them (Mustangs, Camaros etc) while some German cars do. Ultimately, we don't want the exhaust to move much (for clearance) and the engine/transmission are both on poly mounts, so I'm not really sure it's necessary in the end...? It seems they are an added expense, frequent failure point, and complicate packaging so I'd just as soon avoid them if possible! Please advise bro!! 😄 Cheers

[@aussiebloke609]

@@FanatikBuilds You are correct, they're not always necessary in longitudinal installations, but it all depends on how stiffly mounted your engine is, and how much room your exhaust has to move under the car. Rubber mounts will still allow some torque reaction - albeit in roughly the same axis as the exhaust is already traveling, so your exhaust will have to soak up some movement, but can likely handle that will less difficulty than in a transverse layout. However, remember that if you're tight for space under the car, you may want to allow the engine to move a little without putting stress or forcing movement on the rest of the system where it might rub a prop shaft or rattle against a chassis/crossmember. Allowing them to move - or not - independently can save you a lot of headache when clearances are at their minimum.

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@aussiebloke609 Really appreciate the thoughts there man, all very good points! The hangers we'll be using will hold the exhaust pretty firmly, and with the engine, trans and diff also on poly, right now it seems like nothing will move... Or it will, but nothing can go that far! However, there is also the situation of heat expansion adding dimension to the length on the pipes ... So there's that! I think some flex pipes could be easily added later if need be, so we'll need to keep this in mind... Please do let me know your thoughts again when we've got the rest of it together man! Cheers! 👊👍

[@baronvonteuchter1412]

There is a third way…almost. Straight out the side like the new TVR Griffith. 😂👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, that's true! It would definitely need some cutouts in that scenario though! 😄

[@dan1906]

Another great video, thanks. Your video presentation is excellent. Sort of what would be expected from someone that suffers a bit of an OCD. From one to another 😉.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, a little OCD makes the world a better place Dan! 😄 Thanks for the kind words, stay tuned for more!

[@OldtoNewRestorations]

That looks fantastic - I mean not even for a first time. I've seen 'professional' welded exhausts that didn't look that good. The question is, how many times did you have to crawl under the car to get this done? More or less than a hundred? 😁

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, I must've only shown the good parts then! 😄 Seriously though, thanks man, that means a lot! I honestly didn't keep track, but including what we've been up to lately, I think 75-100 would not be much of a stretch! lol

[@milokerrigan7256]

Awesome work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Milo! 👊

[@bigbird2100]

Great video 👍Space is an issue and aesthetics matter you could have used the rear chassis frame as a exhaust tube.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Sean, really glad you enjoyed it! The rear frame rails may be used for a different purpose later, and I'm not sure it would have helped too much to use them as exhaust pipes. Passing the pipes over the diff would have given better ground clearance, but made life a lot more annoying elsewhere ... ultimately, we're only protruding 1/2" below the frame and it's inline with the tires so I think we should be ok! Cheers man!

[@bigbird2100]

@@FanatikBuilds I just like to give you or other's ideas that might help your build is very well thought out and built beautifully keep it up .

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@bigbird2100 It's really appreciated Sean, thanks so much for the input and encouragement!

[@CrankAddict]

I use my wife's hair ties to wrap the exhaust tubing. They always sit 90* so I can mark it with a sharpie and cut it. My ends are square and no jig needed.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Interesting! I've heard of zip-ties but not hair-ties! Guess it's the exact same idea 😊 ... glad that works for you, this made life a lot easier for us! Cheers man!

[@danboutin8700]

You might want to Drape the TIG welding lead over your shoulder so not to be pulling down on your hand as you are welding just a tip great video I love your build can’t wait to do mine I have other projects in front of it though

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Dan! I've tried a bunch of different positions and draping it over my legs seems to work ok for me - the lead really does tug on the hand though you're right! Thanks for the tip and encouragement, hope you'll enjoy what's to come and have fun with your own projects!

[@mysterymaker7516]

These guy are amazing !!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks David, means a lot 😊

[@cmirwin]

There is flattened oval tubing that might help with ground clearance under your diff. I saw Joe Martin use this on a car on Iron Resurrection recently.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yeah I looked into the potential of using that tubing - talk about pricey! Was thinking of making some but ultimately it wasn't with the effort. As it sits, it only hangs about 1/2" below the frame, and it's inline with the tires so we should be fine so long as we take speedbumps carefully! 😄 Thanks for the helpful tip though Mike, appreciate it!

[@Dogleg1957]

Every thought about wire wheels I think that would look fantastic on your car

[@FanatikBuilds]

I do like wire wheels, but they were never something we had in mind for this project! Cheers man 👍

[@terryboehler5752]

Check out 3M weld through coating. Comes in a spray can. Prevents corrosion on the opposite side of the weld

[@scottneels2628]

Solar Flux, It works and your welds wont rust from the inside. Well done though! Even flux crushed off manual ark rods works too.

[@FanatikBuilds]

I think I heard of that stuff, thanks for the reminder Scott! Should be substantially cheaper than the Argon necessary for back-purging (which was the main reason we didn't use any). Cheers man 👍

[@daddosjeffery]

Looks exhausting..... sorry 😔,love the build keep it up mate 👌

[@FanatikBuilds]

I'm nearly silenced by how exhausting it was... 😁 Thanks Adrian!

[@jimf5160]

Very clever jig design! Very nice fab work on the exhaust. BTW, is it not necessary to fill the pipe with inert gas when welding...you chose not to back purge...why...maybe I missed that? I concur with not using side exhausts...I rode in a friend's real cobra with side pipes...yes, loud and it stings when you touch the pipe with your leg.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Jim, not only for your encouraging words, but also your Patreonage - means a lot! Yes, back-purging would be beneficial, and we didn't talk much about it in this video, but ultimately we just aren't setup for it, and it does add a considerable cost to the process. I'm sure it would give a much better looking (and longer lasting) product, but maybe for the next build! Haha, they sound awesome, but I really don't want to have to wear ear-plugs and shin-guards just to drive the car! 😂 Cheers!

[@jimf5160]

@@FanatikBuilds I have seen inert gas rigs with a regulator, a few hoses and duct tape around the pipes to make sure you have inert gas on the inside.. But, as you say, yours will last till you decide on a different one anyway. Side pipes are very loud... happy to help out in a small way.

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@jimf5160 True, the components may not cost tons in a simple setup like that... but the gas sure does! 😬 Haha. I'm pretty sure even Binky was not back-purged, and everyone who's MIG'd an exhaust together won't have either. Hopefully it lasts, but it if doesn't we could cut it apart and redo it properly later ... I guess! It's appreciated Jim, thanks!!

[@jimf5160]

@@FanatikBuilds good point..yes, you use a lot of argon when you back purge. As you say, the worst that could happen is it has a shorter life and you try again. BTW, one thing we found made horsepower on the Sports 2000 and Mini Cooper race cars was the use of a "merge collector" at the end of the headers. Our local guy made ours...but they look something like this.... www.racemufflers.com/Merge-Collectors-s/1828.htm

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@jimf5160 Those are very cool indeed, definitely something I'd love to use on a future build! Thanks Jim 👍

[@PaulSwany]

Love your dad's crazy hair!

[@jeromeirving4770]

And, where did you pick up the exhaust kit?

[@FanatikBuilds]

It's a 16 piece 2.5" kit by DNA motoring on ebay. The bends aren't the best, but every piece is 16 gauge so it's honestly still a pretty good deal! Not sponsored, but should be, lol. 😉

[@errolfeistl1705]

I know this video was a year ago, but couple of tips for you... 1. You should ALWAYS add filler to any weld, as just "fusing" the base materials together isn't particularly strong and can lead to cracking. The filler material isn't pure 304 stainless, and the additives help make a much stronger weld. 2. Your welds shouldn't be "concave" or like dipping lower than the base material, if anything with additional filler you can grind back. 3. Buy a can of Type B SolarFlux for the inside of the welds. Only takes a few seconds to apply and has the same benefit as backpurging without the additional cost/complexity of using argon. 4. Always start from the engine and work your way back, its much harder to join the exhaust in the middle compared to working from one end to the other. 5. Stainless steel is the worst material to use in terms of warping/movement, so I prefer to do one piece/small section at a time as taping too many together means they can warp and the pipe ends up moving in the wrong direction. 6. Treat the welds with "stainless steel pickling paste/juice" to prevent rusting. 7. Any time you cut/grind/brush stainless steel, make sure its with DEDICATED cutting disks/brushes etc. Any small steel particles rubbed into the material will cause rusting long term. 8. Buy and use V-Band clamps rather than gasket/flange type, just much less hassle when you need to remove/assemble the exhaust in the coming years. Otherwise you did a good job and I assume you've already learned a lot more (including some of the tips above) in the following year. Cheers,

[@bobrose7900]

Slow but sure, great video - welds are great, what are you on about... You could polish them up and make them really smooth, and the whole exhaust very shiny - 304 is not the greatest at resisting corrosion but when polished is much much better (like everything). The only other comment I would have made is going for slightly smaller tubing diameter - faster exhaust gases and savaging if done correctly and better low down torque, but fine as is. Glad you went for rear exit, I think any other option would have looked really cheesy. Thoroughly enjoyable series, well done!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thanks Bob, I think everyone who starts TIG welding wants perfection, but that's just not how it works eh! We're planning on doing a bit of polishing later, so good to know it will also help with corrosion. We went with 304 as it's one of the most common exhaust tubing materials, so it was easy to find. Smaller tubing would have fit better, but the LS needs to breathe and Engine Masters tested 2.5" tubing to be plenty adequate for the power we will be making - really appreciate the advice and encouragement, hope you'll enjoy what's to come! 👍

[@bobrose7900]

@@FanatikBuilds Yes, we all want to see this car running and how it's going to handle, can't wait!

[@garrettlowell7637]

Canada has 2 seasons: 1. Winter; and 2. Road Construction.

[@videomaniac108]

Yes ... removing the crud on the inner surface of the exhaust pipe will reap additional benefits, in terms of reduced back pressure due to the increase in the cross sectional area of the pipe🤓

[@FanatikBuilds]

Honestly it was so filthy I'm sure it probably would make a difference!! 😂

[@benstrait333]

"Am I in the right headspace for this?" No, you don't have your welding helmet on yet 😁

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, it was late at night and he was rushing me!! 😄