EPS Steering Conversion // Pro Touring V8 Triumph Build - LS Powered GT6R - Ep34

[@FanatikBuilds]

When I say we've got some interesting stuff on the agenda today, you must remember, have I EVER *steered* you wrong? ... Ok, that was terrible...

[@DanNorth42]

You're fired. Again. 🤣

[@FanatikBuilds]

Sorry 😅

[@DanNorth42]

@@FanatikBuilds No need to ... fret.

[@FanatikBuilds]

@@DanNorth42 I know I haven’t responded to your email, but oh my goodness… what are the chances of a golden pun like that happening without me even knowing! 🤦‍♂️ lol

[@JayHaell]

I'll allow it🤷🏽‍♂️

[@1htalp9]

Your tools and workspace may not win an award, but you will for accomplishing what you have with those tools and that workspace... truly phenomenal.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Appreciate it man, thanks 🥳✌️

[@TheKiltedYaksman1]

Get your manifolds ceramic coated, inside and out, and maybe wrap the downpipes where they run in the engine bay (if there's room) and you'll have a lot less heat transfer up the steering shaft. Anyway, looking great!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Absolutely, heat management is going to be key! Thanks man, enjoy the weekend ahead!

[@pashakdescilly7517]

Also air escape vents from to bonnet area to let the hot air out upwards. Bonnet louvres are good. The Le Mans Spitfires (they had essentially the same body) used Herald 1200 radiator grills, cut down, in side vents.

[@dannewth7149]

What affect will heat have on the lubricant for the double universal joint?

[@pashakdescilly7517]

@@dannewth7149 yes, you have a good point. That short steering joint had better be heat shielded, and given a high temperature grease.

[@StanleyKubick1]

I don't think there's room for wrapping

[@tylerbarrett6652]

I always get like this little jolt of joy when I see a new video pop up on my subscriptions page from you guys... and while I watch nearly every other channel at 1.5 x the speed, I slow yours down to normal speed so I can savor every second... and make that joy last a bit longer. I knew that a new upload wasn't far away, I mean... after all Bad Obsession just uploaded something (not Binky related... sigh) so I just knew that an upload from you guys wouldn't be far behind. I wish I could do more for you guys... I closed up shop and sold most of my tools (sorry, already got rid of my lathe)... so it's not like I'm ordering anything these days BUT I know I found you at least 10 subscribers since all of this started and who knows the multiplier on that. Those 10 found 10 more each and they found .... I wish it worked like that. Just know that I just love this project and all the work you do and I'm very grateful that you are sharing it here with all of us.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate the continued support and encouragement Tyler! It means a lot and I am very grateful 😊🙏

[@starchiefrussell4703]

Your ability to build such complex pieces with basic tools never ceases to amaze me.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thanks man, you do what you can with the tools you've got! 😅🙏

[@snew61]

I continue to be amazed by what you can fabricate with basically an angle grinder, drill press, hammer and a welder. Fantastic work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

If major automotive companies knew it was this simple, we could reduce the cost of cars by thousands! 😉✌️

[@BlackheartCharlie]

Your tools and workspace should win an award for "Most People Inspired to do Great Builds" !!! What you've done in a tiny space is nothing short of amazing. Like I've commented before, you so have to get this car on Jay Leno's show. He would be seriously impressed!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, that means a lot! I'd absolutely love to have it on Jay's show someday, bit of a trip to get it out to him, but it would be amazing to meet the legend! 🙏

[@HomeBuiltByJeff]

Very nice work mate. Looks fantastic. Don't you love trying to find space for every modern convenience to fit in a tiny car :D

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Jeff, appreciate it! 😎🫡 Oh yes, it’s incredibly fun! 😅 have a wonderful weekend and I hope Mrs Jeff is healing up well.

[@garyfrost238]

Why isn’t more viewers and companies getting in on this builds keep going guys love your work

[@aserta]

Vis-a-vis the intro, honestly, it's about the journey. Decades later, you'll look back and think fondly about it all, even the bits you didn't particularly feel nice about in the moment.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Absolutely true, regardless of what "the internet" thinks we should have done differently, the finished article in front of us will be a wonderful reminder of the time spent together! 🙏✌️

[@rebeccajenson2164]

Absolutely love your videos. Highlight of KZbin automotive content as far as I'm concerned.

[@FanatikBuilds]

That means a ton Rebecca - thank you 😊🥳

[@markthompson9914]

This is by far my favourite build series, GasMonkey eat ya heart out 😂😂✌️🇬🇧

[@FanatikBuilds]

Comparing our little project to the pros is quite the compliment! Thanks Mark, really glad you are enjoying it! 😊

[@markthompson9914]

@@FanatikBuilds Long as u don’t take 9 years too finish it, very short attention span 😂👍✌️

[@MyMach1ForLife]

I love this series so much! So funny, clever, and inspirational. Thanks for sharing your experience with us!!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate it and glad you enjoy the show man! ✌️

[@janakehellstrom7373]

For me, this is the most interesting build to follow on KZbin, I love the DIY approach! Keep up the good work, the car will be amazing.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers man, you do what you can with the tools you've got! 😅🙏

[@alainbourdages7911]

As I often compare your build with Binky, it’s true it is taking a long time. However, you seem to accomplish the same results as Nic, but with a lot less equippement and space. You are up there with the great builders of KZbin, I know it involves a lot of planning and try and error, and you come out on top. To sum it up: keep it up and take your time, it well worth the wait!

[@FanatikBuilds]

That's a massive compliment Alain which means a great deal to me, thank you! So glad you're enjoying the project 🙏😊✌️

[@johndavey72]

You constantly amaze me with your never ending ability to find a solution , never a problem , attitude ! And I, and many millions .....thousands .......hundreds.......ok ! Who ever happens to be watching , happen to be in awe of your skills ! 🥰😍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate it John, thank you 😊🙏 Glad you enjoy the show!

[@daviddaniels6473]

That's gonna be an incredible masterpiece when it's finished!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks David, here's hoping you're right! 🤞😅

[@thunder_lloyd]

Your attention to detail and execution of idea is bar none! always enjoy your videos

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Scott - that means a lot! 😊✌️

[@vincentenk4449]

Every time I watch one of your videos, I shake my head in wonder! Great job man!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, we shake our heads too sometimes, but more in disbelief that we got here than wonder! 😅😉 Thanks Vincent, means a lot! 🙏

[@vincentenk4449]

@@FanatikBuilds you're welcome!

[@mustangj0hn]

You've probably delayed the next episode of Binky by six months, as you know Richard is now frantically making a bracket to allow the steering to tilt 🤣🤣🤣

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha! 😂 I can't believe it wasn't a requirement for Nik from the beginning!! 😉

[@fredericrike5974]

@@FanatikBuilds You know you have a chance to win this thing yet! Binky has been finished enough to be seen out in the wild twice or three times but bugs have the Shropshire Boys under the bonnet and parts spread all over, from rumors. Best to Dad!

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

Watching yes again!! And it is pleasant to do so!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Peter! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

@@FanatikBuilds thank you ! And to you ! 👍😊

[@neiljarvis8911]

You guys are an amazing team, what you are achieving is absolutely phenomenal!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate that Neil, thank you for the support and encouragement! 🙏

[@billmcgarry3300]

Great cardboard aided design/fabrication and as entertaining as always 😂

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Bill 😊 Enjoy the weekend!

[@robertferrell8518]

FANTASTIC SHOW TODAY👍👍👏👏 Tremendously done between you and your Pa’😇😇🙏🙏

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate it Robert, thanks and hope all's well your end! 😊🙏✌️

[@brendonhearn8778]

Now if you could just bottle up the essence of the ability to do all the planning. You'd make a fortune! Awesome as always, thanks for sharing. And as always, I look forward to the next episode...and the next one...

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, it would smell a bit like burnt metal, grinding disks and sweat ... not sure that would sell so well to be honest! 😅✌️

[@steveanderson3942]

My favourite hotrod building team 😅👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, glad you're enjoying the project Steve! 😊✌️

[@markwilson9196]

Amazing work! You are living the dream many of us can't, doing a project with your old man. I can't wait to see it finished and on the road.

[@paulm.8554]

Love the tool creativity! You've accomplished so much with so little. Fantastic work!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Paul, you do what you can with what you've got! 😊✌️

[@andrewtreloar7389]

Ahh, you crazy Canadians know how to have a good time, and solve some spatial issues while you're at it! I'll be coming across this very issue in the Mk3 Capri soon so thanks for the video!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, always a good time when there's a grinder and CAD involved! 😅🇨🇦 Cheers Andrew, best of luck with your Capri!

[@andrewtreloar7389]

@@FanatikBuilds thanks guys

[@backyardengineeringb.y.e.7259]

I get very excited every time one of your videos drops! For being novices, I am constantly impressed by the fore thought and problem solving without making things janky. Keep them common!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, I really appreciate that! ✌️ Will try to!

[@paulb2506]

Another awesome episode. There are so many other builds on KZbin but this is the one that i enjoy the most. Well done to both of you.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Means a great deal Paul, thank you 😊🙏✌️

[@2512MaTHias]

Again, it’s absolutely amazing what you achieve with your means and tools in this tiny little garage without hoist… this project surpasses Binky by far! My biggest respect, it is such a joy to watch your project growing! 👍👍👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Wow, I don't know about that, but it means a lot to hear you say it, thanks man! 😊🙏

[@aaronring4704]

I realize that I cannot speak for everyone, but each video is well worth the wait. You should never feel that you need to rush a release! Also, NINE years?! Holy buckets!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Aaron, happy to hear that - I've always been more a fan of quality over quantity, so I'm glad you appreciate the time I put into these! 🙏😊 Haha, yeah, it's a while isn't it! 😅

[@jags01071]

In the hotrod world you can't imagine how many street rods and hotrods I've worked where builders don't give any consideration to the relationship of gas pedal to break pedal to steering column clearance. Some are down right dangerous. Great job thinking this issue out

[@MrCaprinut]

Fantastic work! This video could not come in a better time as I rounded YT 100s of time and still not find anything I want to watch. Your projct is still one of my favorite! I hope I can start putting my Capri togther this fall/winter. Greetings from Norway 🙂

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man! I feel like the current YT algorithm is especially bad... there are so many great channels out there and yet the number of times I can't find anything I'd like to watch is unbelievable! Glad this could fill a void for you 😊 All the best to ya!

[@hasbeengood]

Elegantly done once again! I love this project and the resourceful creative genius behind it. Awesome guys!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Means a lot man, thank you 😊🙏✌️

[@davebarron5939]

Gives you a whole new respect for automotive design engineers. Great stuff as always.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yes, and no... because new cars are MASSIVE and yet they still put the oil filter right above the sway bar or cradle!! 😅 Cars designed by mechanics are more my kind of thing! 😉✌️ Cheers Dave!

[@CrankAddict]

You do a great job on editing. I'm so lazy with my vids. I just try to crank them out every few weeks but your video quality is second to none!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, thanks man, it takes weeks to craft the videos, and I usually edit them in a 4-5 days. None of that includes the actual work on the car though 😅👍 Cheers!

[@nadimatteeque4028]

Great work guys, Really loving this build, very excited to see every update. Keep them coming. I've watched all the videos and enjoy all of them, please update us with the progress more often. Thank you.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Appreciate the continued support and encouragement man! Will try my best to keep the videos coming! 🙏

[@darrenbrisson4336]

Finally been waiting for another vlog from you

[@brunobalestra]

Your guys' work is very inspirational. I've been learning a lot from you and hope to someday reach your level of excellence.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Awesome to hear you've been able to learn a bit from our show, love it! Thanks for the support and encouragement! 👍✌️😊

[@becko1969]

Brilliant ... next episode please 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Getting on it man! ✌️ Thanks!

[@colingoode3702]

I feel your pain. Double garage envy here as well. Despite your lack of work space the results are truly outstanding.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Colin, really appreciate that! 😊✌️

[@jeromeirving4770]

If you're running a gm ecm, I recommend using the gauges from a trailblazer or from and mid 2000's truck so you'll have all the vitals

[@FanatikBuilds]

Not quite the direction we've got planned, but thanks Jerome! ✌️

[@michaelreed4158]

Great to see you back with this video love the content. Looking forward to seeing more and then seeing you driving it. Keep it up your friend Michael in Missouri

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Michael, really appreciate the support and encouragement! ✌️

[@FanatikBuilds]

VERY special thanks to our amazing Patreons and PayPal donators for helping to make this possible! 🙏www.patreon.com/FanatikBuilds

[@iamkoekwous]

thanks, always enjoy watching, hope you will never end this build, so we can keep enjoying your work ;)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, your wish may come true, no good project car is ever really finished! 😅✌️ Thanks man!

[@brianhaw9398]

If you have ever seen a Sunbeam Tiger the footwells are about the same. Quite confined. You are building a dream car. Amazing how much work goes into it. But in the end it will be a beast. Love it!👍🇨🇦

[@chrisgarside7974]

Outstanding ingenuity to overcome the inevitable packaging issues when deviating from a standard factory build. This car will be a proper drivers machine when done. Well done to you both !

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate that Chris, thank you, here's hoping all the effort pays off! 😊🙏

[@wink2154]

Man, I marvel at your fabrication skills. Also, I now daydream of building my own triumph and its all your fault. Nine years of work is coming together beautifully, you're almost there brother. Keep up the good work!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, sorry about that! 😅 Thanks man, really appreciate the support! ✌️

[@jimf5160]

Great attention to detail! Keep up the excellent work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate it Jim! Thanks for the continued support!

[@alastairwatson3201]

Wow! That’s how you fabbed before Send Cut Send! Nice work.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, I'd love to use them, but being in Canada, the pricing just gets out of hand too fast! Oh well, my back isn't THAT sore 😅 Cheers Alastair ✌️

[@Scott68B]

Looking fabulous as usual Michael! Funny, I'm in the middle of adding EPS to my car as we speak. Can’t wait for the next installment from you!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

That is ironic, best of luck with the conversion! 🙏 It's great to hear from you Scott, hope all's well and you're enjoying the season with your B! All the best 😊👍

[@Aussiem8e]

Can't believe it's been so long! Although I don't comment often, I never miss a vid, love this build!

[@tonigon5767]

Great work as always, you have definitely turned a corner... 😇😇😇

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, thanks Toni, here's hoping! 🙏😊

[@joell439]

can't i believe I missed this episode...... great job 👍👍👍👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Joel, glad you found it! 😎✌️

[@mry82]

Love the car, the work, your style, and humor. Some of my favorite videos on the interwebs and always look forward to the next one!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate it, glad you're enjoying our little project!

[@herbiederby3394]

The battle for some room has just begun hopefully in the end you will win LOL...hey man super nice work on the steering system looking forward to the next one ....🙂👍🙏

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, that's about right, next episode will cover some more bulky stuff, and I think you'll find it quite amazing how it's all fit together (I'm rather shocked)! 😅 lol Cheers buddy! ✌️🙏

[@GarageItYourself]

That's a lot of stuff to shoehorn into not a lot of space!!! Going great guns. Fingers crossed the exhaust manifold doesn't get the shaft too hot. Ceramic coating the header will help a bit with that but yea, gonna be interesting long term 😉

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, it's been a process! 😅 We will open up a bit of space around the manifold and block (with a grinder) later so we can fit some heat shielding in place ... definitely getting ceramic coated though, so we'll see what happens! 👍✌️😊

[@lordodin5755]

OH YEAHHHHH This series is like crack to me!

[@jimmccorison]

Awesome work. It's fun to watch the process.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Glad you're enjoying it Jim! 😊

[@Paul-ik8fm]

An amazing build, I think what you should do when you have finished the car is put a list together of all the parts you have used from other cars just to show how and what you have done to make this car come together. I know it's more than just other car parts there has been lots of custom stuff too, but I think the list will show just how much thought has into it. Keep up the good work.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, it'll be quite the list 😅 Would have been great to use a donor car, but nothing out there would have been able to provide all the parts we need (in the right packaging) ... was a bit of a process to find all this stuff though! Cheers Paul ✌️

[@ArniSPeturs]

If you are only months away from cracking time travel then you don't even have to wait, it will probably come sooner than the next episode :D Wonderful that some guys building cars on either side of the Atlantic have been keeping us waiting for the next episode for close to and over a decade And both have us watching them making brackets...

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, wouldn't that be nice! 😅 Cheers man, means a great deal to be compared to the likes of the Shropshire boys! 😊🙏

[@l9jjp]

I love this build. You are both extremely good engineers, so impressive cant wait for the next episode. Respect

[@andrezbim]

Loving the problem solving, and honesty. Bravo!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, glad you're enjoying the show! 😊✌️

[@somdood3292]

After binging this series in the last day whenever i got a chance, this might be one of my top 5 favorite builds on youtube and not that it matters as im nobody, but the only thing that doesnt sit right with me is the design decision on the front bumper, and to say something constructive and not just be a hater about it is it needs to follow the curve of the door under the body line as everything from the back of the front tire has that curve all the way back and the render had it looking like the bumper hangs down further than the side skirts other than that this entire build has been really high quality and well thought out and planned and im completely impressed and excited to see where it leads.... instant fan... Sema 2024?

[@baronvonteuchter1412]

Outstanding! Great work. Hope you’ve got some pretty hard engine mounts!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Baron! It’s on poly mounts yes, but we’ll also likely remove a bit of material from the engine and manifold when everything is getting painted later … every millimetre and all that!! 👌🫡✌️

[@Levibetz]

@@FanatikBuilds Also the way it torques it should move away from the steering shaft.

[@baronvonteuchter1412]

@@Levibetz ahhhh excellent point, I hadn’t considered that (but I’m sure Mike did) 😅

[@tat2dpom]

Smart work 🤗

[@FanatikBuilds]

Appreciate it! 😊✌️

[@TheDocgt40]

Brilliant job, and great problem solving!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Doc, appreciate it!

[@BrianSmart1959]

You're an inspiration to guys like me who make do without a shop full of industrial machine tools. I don't know what i would do without my trusty Ryobi vertical mill/drum sander/lathe/welding jig/etc. (100 dollar bench top drill press)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Brian - it's amazing what can be done with limited tools and space! 😅✌️

[@davidmotoman4956]

I think you guys are doing an amazing job of fabrication in such a rudimentary workshop. But its working. These video s do not show the hours of nutting out these mounts and geometry. Hats off to you both . great project that i have watched all the way thru. Dave from Australia

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, no, no they do not show that! 😅 Thanks David, really appreciate the support and encouragement on this long ride, it means a lot! All the best from Canada! 🇨🇦✌️🙏

[@mattpovah5952]

Great to see another video! PA used to have a cool little mini-lathe I believe but I couldn't find it on their website when I just looked. Judicious use of the angle grinder looks pretty touch and go to me but you made it work! "Why couldn't we just build our OWN car?" This video series well documents the challenges associated with that postulation.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Hey Matt! True that 😅 it's a fun challenge though in spite of the obligatory moments of frustration! Yeah I remember that unit well, always would have to eyeball it and the mini mill next to it, but haven't seen either in a few years. Looks like there are many similar models online though, so... you never know! ✌️😊 Hope you're well!

[@jacquespoirier9071]

very good engineering on that car.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you Jacque! It's a fun challenge 😊✌️

[@theoriginalwallace]

Dang it, Mike... I'm late to the party!! It's not like me🤣🤣🤣 Awesome update as usual with some top notch design & fabrication. If it's any consolation, my steering sits off centre to the drivers seat, just mirrored to yours! Cheers. Leigh PS: Your Dad's looking well!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, all good Leigh, hope you are doing well! Thanks for remembering Dad, it's coming up 2 years now since the stroke if you can believe it! All the best buddy 😊✌️🙏

[@SH-fi8sn]

Such a fun project. Really enjoying it and how it’s coming together. Cheers!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Glad to hear it, thanks man, we're happy to have you along for the ride!

[@paulwhite7475]

Glad to see your bracket building going next level .

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, only way to go! Thanks Paul 😊

[@AndrewElliot-s9g]

Absolutely wonderful build! I had a GT6 Mk2 back in the day, and I dropped a 2.5PI engine into it, and I thought that was radical, but an LS? Jeez. Your engineering skills are off the chart. Love the way you mounted the rad - TVR did the same on all Griff’s (I have owned one for decades) and other models, but they added a swirl pot which I’ve not seen on the posted videos which I have seen. I’ll keep searching for you videos. The GT6 is a gorgeous car - I loved mine to bits, and kinda wished I had never sold it.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Andrew! Swirl pot/expansion tank yet to come 👌✌️ all the best to ya!

[@deangaryjames]

Overjoyed to see a new installment, coming on nicely, had the feet clearance issue with one of my builds, so had to lower a section of floor, got us out of a jam.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Glad you enjoy the show man, thanks! Yes lowering the floor would be a good solution, if some dummy hadn't just put a new frame in our way! 😅

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

“Not even Binky….” Awesome! 😂😂😂

[@FanatikBuilds]

Hehe, I'm afraid I just HAD to! 😅😉

[@lemmy9996]

For a non- plasma cut bracket those look pretty sick!! Nik Blackhurst would approve!!👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Lemmy! Means a lot 😊

[@keithryan9314]

Amazing work lads. Lovin the build 😊

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Keith, glad you're enjoying our progress 😊✌️

[@johnbarker5009]

Nice installation. Your design and attention to detail is quite impressive.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Appreciate it John, thanks 😊✌️

[@artyberkhoff8878]

Good luck with that, when the motor twists you loose steering ingenious!

[@suzukisav]

Find an old lathe, buy it. I've honestly used mine every day since I got it. Mines a 1958 Harrison with a gap bed. You won't regret it. Even if you have to put it in the kitchen. 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

It's definitely something I think we'd get use out of! 😊✌️

[@michaelterry9257]

Woooo love this build!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Michael, have a great weekend ahead!

[@vincekartes7145]

Wow you guys! Truly an amazing build! I would say one of the best on KZbin. Ive watched them all and look forward to every new vid! Helps keep me inspired to finish mine!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks very much Vince, that means a lot 😊 all the best with your project!

[@jakubondrej9304]

master of angle grinder, phenomenal work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, Nik holds that award! But thanks man 😊🙏

[@robertharris7027]

Fascinating work. And I like the speed holes. 😎

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha thanks Robert, we've had a few people mention we're adding too much weight, so the speed holes are to keep everyone happy! 😉😅✌️

[@bondarp]

The best show at youtube ❤❤

[@FanatikBuilds]

Wow, that means a lot, thank you!! 😊✌️

[@lordleonusa]

Two wonderful things, the angle grinder, and ZIP ties!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Add in duct tape and you can pretty much build anything! 😉

[@ericjon262]

I can't wait for the next video! Keep up the great work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Eric, will try my best to! 😊✌️

[@davidjondoh8671]

Nice works guys! If budget allows a custom built steering wheel could be made with an offset that would position the wheel either closer or further away from the driver. Lets hope for proper alignment of the planets that will bring you new tools and garage sponsorship!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks David! The wheel currently has a quick-release installed, so there's already 1.5" of optional offset baked in! In the end I don't think we'll keep the quick-release ... likely replace it with a solid block, or just remove it entirely. But I'm happy with fitment as it sits! Haha, that would be awesome, particularly the garage bit! 😅🤞 Cheers man!

[@buster8295]

As always, a real pleasure watching you work, and fabricate, just like I do. I never have had a super fully equipped shop, always had to come up with ways to get it done without. Kudos to you and dad. Looking forward to the next vid.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Buster, really glad you enjoy the show! 😊✌️

[@barryhall7]

Great work! It's really coming along nicely 👍🏻

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Barry, nice to see some more progress!

[@alanm.4298]

Great to get an uodate from you! As usual, the work looks excellent. FYI, that flat spot, plate and lock nut contraption on the original GT6 steering column is not a safety feature. It isn't designed to colapse in an accident (they didn't worry a out those things in the 1960s when the car was designed.) It is used to adjust the steering wheel closer or farther from the driver. But... I recently watched a YT video where much of the adjustment had been used, moving the steering wheel back closer to the driver close to the maximum amount possible... the result was a lot of vibration felt in the steering wheel. Once it was adjusted to position the steering wheel closer to the dash the vibrations largely disappeared. The video is on Elin Yakov's "Rusty Beauties" YT channel. I agree with another post that heat from the exhaust may be an issue. The steering column in my Land Rover is nowhere near that close to the exhaust manifold, and it's heat wrapped from the factory. (Getting a bit tattered now, 26 years later.)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Hmm, everything I've ever known about the design of this column was indeed for safety reasons, as it's not easily adjustable to fit the driver, as modern cars are. Either way, it could serve both purposes I guess! What we've ended up with is the clamp being positioned right at the end of the original flat spot. So there will be as little twist as possible with these parts. 👍 We'll increase the clearance around the exhaust as much as we can later (with a grinder) but ultimately some heat shields, sleeves and ceramic coating are all we can do, so we'll find out! 😅

[@OwenStenvik]

Love the project. Now put a strobe light on the engine as it idles.

[@demazejr]

Hi guys, I am really enjoying the show, what an incredible journey, a lot of work, one million details but I know at the end, the car will look great. Congrats guys, keep going...🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate it!! Thank you for the kind words and encouragement! 😊🇨🇦🙏

[@garyfrost238]

I will say it again under rated !

[@FanatikBuilds]

Hey thanks Gary, it's appreciated, would be nice if KZbin would listen! 😅

[@OWFab]

Plug weld that steering shaft into the tube. You know what I mean. If not Google tube it. Solidifies the joint and removes stress from the single weld ring.

[@terryatpi]

I’m guessing you’ve seen John Reynolds on KZbin. Just found your channel today and I’m liking it ! Thanks man

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, John's got some great stuff ;) ... glad you found us and are enjoying the project, cheers Terry!