The Future ... in 3D! Pro Touring V8 Triumph Build - LS Powered Project GT6R - Ep30

[@johnabbott3896]

On this car....which us going to be beautiful.....you can't go wrong with classic British Racing Green....an omage to it's roots.....WELL DONE..!

[@johnabbott3896]

....and the chrome trim....it's not like there is a lot of it, and it would give it just a little "Bling"...IMHO...but, it is your project, and a VERY fine one at that. In the end, the only one you need to please is....YOUR DAD...lol...

[@rodmeisterful]

Yes on the rear diffuser. Balances the aggression of the front valence. Light blue on the color which while not at all aggressive, provides ironic balance!

[@aserta]

2:52 TIPS: 1. heat your aluminium. If you want aluminium to love and cherish your time together, lube won't cut it. 2. Fill your aluminium with super fine (almost dust like) sand. Usually used to make final finish plasters. If it's something like smaller than a mm in coarseness, it's ok, over a mm... eh, it will work. Usually, the bigger the radius of the item you want bent, the larger the particle you can play with. Ends can be capped with wooden plugs for ease of use, you don't need to weld them. 3. DON'T stop, start, stop, start. Try to be as smooth and uniform as possible with the bending action. The more stops you have, the more you work harden your piece, especially for stuff like aluminium, copper, brass. 4. Last, but least, if possible, smooth and polish the section where the sliding (between pipe and jaw) is located. Lube works, but not allowing the metal to bind is best. 4b. Having something like a clamp at the end, rather than relying on the provided clamp on these cheaper benders is best, smooth the bender's jaw too. Doesn't need to reflect, just no burrs, bumps, anything that might catch the metal and start dragging it. OH, almost forgot, heating the aluminium after you've completed the bend is a good idea. It helps release the stresses you've just put into the metal and reduce the chances of stress fractures in time. Learnt this the hard way after my first project (a trike) broke in half at the bent section.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate you taking the time to share those tips man 🙏

[@jonlyons1033]

My gob is smacked!

[@405pugMi]

40000 subscribers is absolutely bonkers alright. You guys deserve so much more.

[@timbo1863]

Couldn’t agree more. If quality, entertainment and (don’t blush) intelligence were the determinants of KZbin popularity you’d be a million subscriber channel.

[@charliec.8303]

Has always surprised me of the numbers. Don’t know how the algorithm works but I sure love your channel and production quality.

[@WNCworks]

Gunmetal gray with a translucent purple pearl on top. The rear valance needs attention, perhaps some fabricated cones for the exhaust to exit through. Small side skirts to carry the horizontal line from front to rear. Beautiful car, one of a kind!

[@WTU208]

These guys skill sets are amazing - they even can do Blender CAD modelling ! Impressed. Well done guys.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers man 😊

[@scooterdon8365]

Agreed Persistent and courageous exploration of skill envelope

[@RonaldFinger]

Getting that taper on the side to somehow follow through to the front bumper would be ideal IMO, however just adding that side skirt really tied them together!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Hey thanks buddy! Yeah, I think the design could still use some tweaking, but thank goodness I can do that in blender and not have to remake the front end 50x in person eh! 😄 Cheers Ronnie, hope you're well bro!

[@NorthWay_no]

Sideskirts takes away the look that it needs to be lowered more - something I find C3 Corvettes really need.

[@robertmirski7207]

I suggest "Cumberland Grey" as the restomoded GT6 resembles the Volante's shape and that paint suits wonerfully the chromework.

[@HomeBuiltByJeff]

Great work on the rendering. I think it is looking great and you are definitely on the right path. You know I am all about colour on cars so I am hoping it is something fun, but it is your car and your choice. Green does look great ;)

[@tompayne4945]

I love how you all support and call out each other. I feel like BOM should've been mentioned during the Rad bracket construction though!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Jeff! That means a lot buddy! 👊

[@FanatikBuilds]

I've mentioned the bracket gods a few times through the build, so thought I'd give this one to Jeff for once Tom 😊👍

[@tompayne4945]

@@FanatikBuilds I'm doing the 'Why not Both' meme in my head here 🙏🤓

[@theariesexperiment4642]

That blue is beautiful in that rendering. However,......in my humble and pointless opinion,....the work of art you and your dad have created deserves British Racing Green. Like,....REEEEALLY deserves it. Complete with a Union Jack on top. Talk about a gorgeous ride. Either way,....seeing color on it is exciting. Carry on gentlemen.💪🇬🇧💪👍

[@Racernumbersix]

I second that.

[@DanNorth42]

Orange, OBVS. Sheesh. Great video Michael! It's like an early Christmas. :)

[@FanatikBuilds]

It IS the most obvious of course, you're right Dan ... but then I'd be stealing the thunder from you! 🥳✌️

[@tphvictims5101]

This is the MADNESS that happens when a Dad and His son get together and work together on a project. ❤ I’m 70 and miss the times I handed my dad a Screwdriver or a Wrench. I was so proud to hand him the correct tool. Too many people grew up in front of a Keyboard with NO guidance. My Dad also planted the Fishing Bug in me. He was a simple man that NEVER gave up. He started working for PSEG with a shovel in his hand and rose to Head welding instructor and Foreman. BIG shoes to fill. In closing “STOCK GREEN”. Was that HUNTER GREEN ?

[@FanatikBuilds]

It's a real blessing to work on the car with him! 😊 The green in the rendering was just something I whipped up quickly, but if we do go that route, I think Aston Martin's Buckinghamshire Green would look stunning!

[@tphvictims5101]

@@FanatikBuilds he’s sharp 👍🏻

[@tonigon5767]

The render is awesome. The side skirts are a must have. They will tie the front and sides together. A small rear diffuser to showcase / frame the great job on the exhaust would be great too, I think. Great job on the build!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for the input, really appreciate it Toni 🥳✌️

[@garymotley8196]

I vote for the yellow rendering with the metal finished wheels. The color really pops and it is the closest to being period correct.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Bit of a shorter episode, but packed with a big surprise! 😎 Have a great weekend ahead and thanks as always to our amazing Patreons! www.patreon.com/FanatikBuilds

[@gulogulo7636]

I'd go with Black and dark mate burnt bronze on wheels, unsure about bumpers.

[@halnywiatr]

1. There is a "seam" line on the doors where the angle of the panel changes; continue that line across your valence. 2. The wheel arches have a flattened top; mimic that arch feature in your grill opening. 3. License plate dimensions are 15 X 30 cm; Shave 1 cm from the bottom and tuck 1 cm of the top behind the bumper.

[@MikeAnderson-oh9po]

I saw a nova at a car show once and the color just floored me. It was an eggshell white with mother of pearl, beautiful.

[@jeff3238]

Have you tried following the body fold line into the front valence? I think you might be able to lighten up the front end a little and make it follow the design language of the car a bit more

[@sidney9534]

Yes please, continue the line that goes along the lower side of the car. Taht goes for every original body line. Make some extension guide lines and match those where possible. I don't like the current bumper, it doesn't match the rest at all.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Jeff, the original design didn't even do that ... maybe this is an opportunity to correct that! 👍

[@theariesexperiment4642]

What's bonkers,....is the fact your channel only has 40,000 subs. You guys deserve WAAAAY more than that.

[@dukie1616]

Yes great, nice front end. Although little bit more of a side skirt, and it doesn’t have to be a big one but yes definitely a diffuser. Those color ways look awesome👏

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for the input Dukie!

[@TheRetarp]

The light blue with grey wheels is slick looking and gets my vote. My dad's GT6 is dark brown and I've never seen another brown one in person. Perhaps do a render in that color just for kicks.

[@xmats]

That's going to look amazing! Can't wait to see how you make the new front pieces. And green is really a nice colour for it.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers man! It'll be a return of some techniques I haven't used in a while! 😊👍

[@mcgill6546]

Great work. My favourite is grey. Maybe with a touch of darker grey on the under sides. However, I think the front "skirt" is a bit massive. It might benefit from additional styling/a bit smaller grill.

[@tomjohns8498]

Best story ever ❤️ you keep telling us and we will keep watching 👀 🙂 😊

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, appreciate it 😊

[@lemmy9996]

Great work on the Blender thingies😁 Yellow, definitely too Jeff, I'd love to see it in black or a nice royal blue.

[@jimbaird803]

I love this project and especially love that you are a father and son team. This is the epitome of quality time. I vote for the light blue with brushed aluminium. Keep up the great work.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Jim 😊

[@MrAndyLocksmith]

The quality of this build is amazing, even more so given the sheer lack of equipment and space they seem to have at their disposal.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Yeah 😬 it can be interesting at times... thankfully stubbornness prevails!

[@Everude3000]

Great design on that front! If you want some feedback: the first thing that struk me when I saw it, was that the hole is too big; it's too wide and too high. It works that way on the 240Z because it has a much lower proflle. You'r car has quite a substantial frontal area, witch makes the radiator hole look bulky. Have you tried it with a smaller hole? I would love to see how it looks.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Ironically the top actually is lower than the factory design! The opening just drops lower, but since we have to run a license plate, I still need a good amount of air to get around it. The whole design also is not anywhere nearly as substantial as you may think!! These cars are SMALL 😂

[@rogergy1]

@@FanatikBuilds Personally, I would not put a front plate on, it's going to ruin the look. Stick it in the windshield when driving where there might be police, tell them you just finished the car and haven't figured out how to mount it. Or move to one of the US states that don't have front plates, last checked (not verified) they were Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia. Also no vehicle inspections in Indiana or Florida, don't know about the others. Or worst case, put a plate retracting mechanism on the front. (They are available in the aftermarket) All the front plate does is ruin the looks, and give the police something to easily bounce radar off of.

[@johnblackwell5805]

I thought the same until the licence plate went in, but then it looked spot on. Personally I like the front plate, being from the UK it’s mandatory here and gives your car a more ‘factory’ look. I get that it spoils a cars design, but shoved in the front window just looks scruffy, and you’re using a DA sander now, so you’re a long way from ‘scruffy’! 😅

[@stephanecollins8949]

The greenand 2 blues are my votes, keep it going! Great Job!

[@skidrowoffroad]

This project is turning out so cool....and unfortunately, like you, I would have a hard time deciding on a color. They all look so freakin' good! Thanks for sharing your build. It's really amazing what you're managing to create in a crowded, one car garage. Kudos!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, it is a bit crowed in there 😬 Really appreciate it man, thanks very much! 👊✌️

[@rossdean1997]

You are doing a great job and what is equally impressive is that you are sticking with it. Most people would have given up by now. I have a suggestion for painting your aluminum. You may have noticed that paint does stick to aluminum very well. The aerospace industry uses a chemical conversion coating to give the paint a surface to adhere to. This coating is often incorrectly referred to as Alodine. Alodine is just a brand name. I use Bonderite M-CR 1201 made by Henkel and available at Spruce Aerospace. About $62 US a quart. It's easy to use, pour a small amount in a container, use a brush, keep the surface wet for 5 - 10 minutes, rinse with water and dry. I would not pour the unused portion back into the bottle. Best wishes.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for letting me know about that product, appreciate it! 🙏

[@Farbocaster]

Great video. I've been joyfully following your progress because, once upon a time back in the early 1960's, I owned a GT6 too. I believe it was the original model. (Mk.1?) It was light weight and fast! If I were to pick a color I would go for a green, perhaps a little darker than the one you showed. I chose this color because mine was British Racing Green. Best of luck. I'm looking forward to your next v ideo.

[@gregfederici676]

You and your Dad have done nothing less than an AMAZING JOB when done this car should be at SEMA

[@Emacspirate]

Love this build and journey guys. Great work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks John, really appreciate it 😊

[@michaelbradley7529]

That radiator is going to get hammered on track, unless the plan to make it a trailer queen.

[@FanatikBuilds]

It's 5 inches above the ground, which is about a full inch higher than the skid-pad right behind it. So if we bottom out on track, it's the frame that's taking the hit! A massive speed bump could be an issue, but even that is not **very** likely since the radiator angles back towards the tires ... it would have to be more of a curb than a speed bump to make contact otherwise the wheels would lift the car over the bump. Course, then the frame would bottom out in the middle! I think we'll just stick to nicer pavement and go carefully! 😄👌

[@michaelbradley7529]

@@FanatikBuilds You will definitely have fun as long as you avoid the curbs, and limit the off-track excursions.

[@lynnvogel7316]

What an incredible journey!! Thanks very much for bringing us along--and the digitizing software is simply amazing. You are a truly incredibly talented artist and builder!!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Means a lot Lynn, thank you 😊

[@joshmartin6499]

British racing green with black details would be perfect for that build. It's coming out beautifully.

[@mattconnor6779]

To visually lighten the front valence, how about adding a recess in each front corner that encompasses the driving/turn signal lights and stretches to the grille opening. This will mimic the OE openings. You could even extend the grille mesh into those areas, if it looks right.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Interesting - worth some thought Matt, cheers!

[@duncbee]

GT6 should be factory Blue. It's Triumph's colour and certainly in UK it was the most popular for this model. A british racing Green would also look good IMHO.

[@baronvonteuchter1412]

70’s car needs a 70’s colour…how about orange? Front panel looks fantastic, needs that little ducktail spoiler at the back to balance it though. Great work guys 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Specifically want to use a metallic or even tri-coat paint to make it pop - so that does rule out most period colours sadly! Glad you like my thoughts on the new front end though Baron, and have a feeling you're right about the ducktail so will have to play around with that more - cheers buddy! ✌️🥳

[@telemarkski2010]

I agree Orange would be amazing! Other 70's colors that would pop, rootbeer brown or vw avocado green

[@BrassThunder]

You can't beat the beauty of gloss black but in return you have to keep it clean or it shows almost everything. One you haven't shown us... like a deep maroon or black cherry would be an awesome color for this car.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Black cherry would look amazing on it!

[@lollohelmersson9440]

Lightblue ✅ And you could slim down the frontspolier a bit, more resto less mod. Spoiler looks widebody the car stock. Absolutely great work thou Love your build

[@FanatikBuilds]

It is quite eye-catching in the light blue isn't it! I'm not 100% set on the design, so if I change anything, pulling in the sides a small amount would be it. The point was to make the car look a bit wider though, as I'm actually not a **huge** fan of how far it cuts back in. 😬 Thanks man, really appreciate it! ✌️

[@galenanderson6006]

I couldn't have said it better to describe what I'm thinking. I think the side skirts are necessary. Awesome build and I appreciate hearing how you are thinking it through. The light blue is my favorite, by far.

[@LobbyDaLobster]

Home built by Jeff - Good channel!

[@DatBoiOrly]

heck yeah dad is back!!! also congrats on the 40k subs! also just to give you a little help when welding if you don't mind splashing out $40 on some bits for your TIG get a gas lense set for your torch basically it makes your welds better since it allows the gas to flow more evenly throughout your weld improving arc control and allows you to see your arc easily since most of these sets come with a pyrex cup so you can see what your doing.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, I know, I really do need to get a gas lens setup, I've heard a lot of good things about them! Thanks for the reminder to get on that 🥳 Cheers!

[@Peterpetty1]

I love this channel so talented

[@wink2154]

I can only begin to imagine the satisfaction you must feel to have it all coming together bit by bit. Not to mention that unbearable urge to drive it asap! I've been waiting for a new upload for some time and that was stellar job mate! Personally id choose the original side plates with a centerpiece to tie them together. The grill vents are genius btw. And lastly, id have it finished in a matte version that green, but to each his own, they all look splendid!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks mean, means a lot! 😊 I'd like to see if we could potentially use the factory parts after all ... will need some tweaking to work around the crash bar and intakes but might be worth the effort! Cheers and hope all's going well for ya 👍

[@scottcook8443]

Loved the latest installment of the build and wow that software I'm amazed I used to love stuff like that. I'd love to get into this and 3d printing as my days working on tools in dealers is finished due to poor health. Keep up the great work and I'm so happy seeing your dad back helping you. All the best and cheers from the UK 🇬🇧.

[@FanatikBuilds]

All the best from Canada, Scott! ✌️🇨🇦

[@-triumphgt667]

Excellent front end - suits the car nicely - would worry if in the UK as the councils here like speed pillows - a series of 3 humps in the road which you pass over with wheels on either side - not sure your radiator would like it! However I imagine your government is more sensible! My GT6 is sapphire blue with a red leather interior and I think that looks great - I also like the chrome though my bumpers are now stainless steel. However something that shows off the curves is what I would suggest.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thank you, really tried hard to keep it feeling right and not too modern... while still adding a *bit* of modern to it! 😊 There's a balance somewhere in there so I hope I've hit it! We do have similar speed bumps over here but the front lip shouldn't be of too much concern - it's definitely the lowest car we've ever owned though so I'll still be going slowly until I know it will clear fine! 😂 Dark blue is on our shortlist, cheers!

[@narrowgauge7.25]

Having had a dark blue GT6 many years ago I would vote for the dark blue, love the project

[@gsmdo8836]

Nice work Michael (& Dad!). The black wheels and bumper doesn’t suit it at all - especially as you’ve sourced wheels that look period correct and look great in silver. TBH, I think you’re going to have to be careful with the front valance, as it will be easy to overdo the ‘chunky’ look and lose the aesthetic of the original design. If it starts to look a bit heavy, using original design points (like a rechromed bumper for example), will help you pull it back. I think you’re entering one of the most critical parts of the build, as it’ll be the thing that gives everyone their first impression of the car. Good plan to use an undertray: might be worth putting a couple of sacrificial bump pads in as part of the design, as it looks like you’re going to end up fairly low. Sorry for the long post, but I feel very invested in your car😆 Look forward to your next instalment - have a great Christmas 🎅 Mike

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man! Black wheels are not very likely, but black bumpers are, to be honest. Almost every piece of chrome on the car is damaged and would cost far more than any other thing we've done to put it right. A nice (gloss) black paintjob and some PPF will be our best bet 👍 ... yes, this is an area where we could make-it-or-break-it for some. Ultimately, the new bumper has to conceal the parts behind it, so I don't have free range on design entirely... but it will definitely get more fiddling before we build it! Cheers, Merry Christmas to you and your family as well! ✌️🎄

[@charliec.8303]

I agree with this post. The valence is too blocky and heavy as rendered.

[@charliec.8303]

The valence should taper in more at the bottom. I think that’s what is bothering me. It Will flow more with the sides and follows the original design more closely. It should be more curved and less blocky. So taper in the front as well to curve around the bottom end. (Hope I’m making sense here…). Think curves not blocks. I love this car series and your work. You rock man.

[@cliqboom1088]

Love it. I think the front facia would be complimented well with some mild ground effects on the side and the British Racing Green with the black would just be sexy and tough. Keep up the great project.

[@2ToneWalt]

Man that looks sexy, growing up in England as I have, tradition tells me british racing green but as you say, with a modern twist would be nice, also I'm drawn to silver. Have you not thought of putting your rendering out in the world to see what others could come up with? 👍😁

[@FanatikBuilds]

BRG is one of the most obvious choices for sure, but also, just think about how many british cars have been painted that colour! It would be like painting an Alfa red! 😉 The "modern take" on the green here was actually my aim at an Aston Martin colour ... really don't mind it at all! Yes I had, but we'll see, I'll at least post up the colours on social media and let people photoshop them if they want 🥳 Cheers Steve!

[@doctorsorders2594]

The BMW Isle of Man green from the current M4 would look amazing on this.

[@Broadshore]

NICE!!! Talk about a NICE homage to Aston. You know what the bottom piece really give her that Aston Martin feels.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Was trying to incorporate some features from a few of the greats! Glad you like it man, thanks 🥳

[@nickhattler8236]

The Blender modeling is great! I started thinking maybe an asymmetrical rally stripe would give it the racing vibe? I'm not sure if that's your flavor, but an off white with red or blue stripe, any any number of other combinations could really set it off.

[@FanatikBuilds]

A stripe is not likely something we're wanting for this car, but I do agree it could look good!

[@ChrisWicks1]

I had a French blue GT6 in the late 70s, which points me towards the light blue modelling. It gets my vote.

[@davidyates748]

Very impressed with your blender skills, that render is something to motivate you to get it finished I bet! I like the look of the front end but to my eyes the grille opening is slightly too large to be in proportion. Just my opinion of course!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks David - appreciate it! Yep, needs more tweaking for sure, we'll see what can be done to tie it in better! Cheers and hope you're well 😊👍

[@jar895]

The green is timeless.

[@young11984]

I like the bright blue, black bumpers and anything but solid black wheels, black accents on polished/brushed wheels would be awesome

[@amgguy4319]

It's truly unique that Giovanni Michelotti was willing to pen the Triumph GT6. One of the absolutely greatest car designers ever.

[@ravenreader4772]

My vote is with the light blue.

[@bunkie2100]

Yellow! My ‘70 GT6+ was yellow so I have a soft spot for it. Also, don’t ditch the chrome/polished metal accents. The grill, bumpers and wheels should all be bright. The original car was so pretty, even though little more than the body of the original is left, it really would be proper to preserve those aspects of the design.

[@wirefree90]

My GT6 was Mimosa yellow? If I remember correctly, loved that car.

[@rickcupola6262]

Regarding your rear aero, you can make do with a plain diffuser without the strakes, if you are worried about the fins sticking down ruining the look on the back. I am glad to hear that you are planning an undertray in your project. It is a very overlooked item in car projects in general. Most people usually install splitters, side skirts and diffusers without one, thinking it will work properly.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man - on all accounts! 🥳

[@Tiesproductions]

Green is definitely my favourite

[@sfv41901]

Loving the render. Gotta say I’m liking the yellow. It’s a eye catcher

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Especially appreciate the untied hiking boots, set up as a perfect receptacle to hold hot sparks from grinding or welding!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Safety 3rd!

[@teekay_1]

Here's what you do for the front license plate.... get a bent up holder, and your plate, keep it in trunk (boot) and if stopped, simply indicate that the car wash ripped it off (show the officer) and with the supply chain issues, Triumph has been struggling to provide replacement parts.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Lol, why didn't I think of that 😉

[@herraman2244]

I a m very happy to see this car so close to driving.ive said this before- this is my favorite build.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Still a ways to go, but it's fun having a goal to aim for! Thanks man 😊✌️

[@s.gossett5966]

If you're taking votes on colors, the silver and dark blue seemed to really bring out the curves of the body.

[@mattwright2964]

It looked good in that champagne colour.

[@thunder_lloyd]

The off white/tan and silver are my favorites

[@milokerrigan7256]

Silver 👍🏼 The car is looking awesome, absolutely top job!

[@notrut]

Nah ... there are Bazillions of Silver cars.

[@davidbrown8365]

Bonkers brilliant episode! Thanks for making!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Appreciate it David 😊

[@ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm]

nice car great modification with top skills and thought out - through common sense ! - your a really good straight forward person with self knowledge and learning skills !

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate it Ronnie - thanks and a Merry Christmas to you and yours 🥳🎄

[@supdus]

Red - red sets this car off

[@AngelHernandez-ex7ji]

the GT6 was one of the cars when I was a kid that got me into cars. Youve literally biult my dream build for the gt6!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Awesome to hear that Angel, glad you're enjoying out little project! 😊🙏

[@alman-world]

I love good clean colours in UK classics, they suit then so well. But that silver does it. Maybe go a shade or two darker, near gun metal grey. Niiiice 👍

[@tchaps5130]

Great progress! The biggest single step forward I made with aluminium welding was to stop cutting it with slitting disks or using flap disks. The slitting disks in particular left lots of grot in the soft aluminium right on the weld seam, which made the weld extremely unstable / impossible. I starting using a large hacksaw to cut, and files to shape instead of the abrasives and it literally transformed my ali welding overnight, no longer fighting the material the whole time, particularly on thin pipe butt welds like on your intake. Hope it helps keep up the good work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Very interesting and makes sense, thanks for the advice man! 🙏

[@eliotpalfreman1232]

silver yellow and dark blue i think hit the spot most for me. looks great

[@pcar928fan]

Love this project! Yellow is my color choice, but I’m a sucker for yellow sports cars!

[@dannyplanck6498]

I love that little car! I think old school British Racing Green w / a red bow tie just in front of the hood latches.

[@MrCaprinut]

Awesome! Just as I was thinking of you guys here the other day, here you are! Nice work! Greetings from the friendly norwegian 🙂

[@FanatikBuilds]

Always good hearing from you man! 😊 All the best to ya in the season ahead! 🎄 🇨🇦

[@simonb2044]

Great progress. Go deep dark blue, tan interior, keep the chrome!

[@cheftush]

Looking great. I like the rendering.

[@vargasjohnson540]

Great build, my only suggestion is minor. Consider painting the B pillar gloss black in order for it to blend in with the windows. Painting the B pillars body color visually cuts the car in half.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Interesting suggestion - worth some thought! Thanks Vargas 👍

[@maxfrancis3869]

I ended up purchasing a Dana 36 rear end from a c4 corvette as well as the front suspension for my MGB GT small block 350 swap I’m doing. Thanks for the inspo and ideas!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Awesome! Hope it works out well for you Max! 👍

[@tjwesselmann9562]

Lots of work, looking great. as an old owner of a 69 GT6 i go foe BRG for color but the beauty of self build is to make it the color you like

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks TJ, thinking a modern alternative to BRG would be Aston Martin's Buckinghamshire Green! 👍

[@nedrossman123]

When you started modeling the bumper and the violin theme hits, 😮😮!!! Really amazing stuff once again. It is so cool to see you flawlessly incorporate different skills into this project. Lastly, loved that banter with you and your dad over the conduit bender! Undervalued content all around.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate it man, thanks 😊

[@bradpage8967]

Great work as always! You even make radiator supports/brackets at another level!!! If we are casting votes for color, I love the green version, with the yellow second but only if the bumpers and wheels are blackened!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Appreciate it Brad, thanks 😊✌️

[@johnblackwell5805]

Amazing! Love the front valance design proposal. Has some features of the original Porsche 911 RSR with the ducktail spoiler. Love that car and love this car even more! That candy red colour looks gorgeous and gets my vote! 👍🏻 keep it up guys and great to see your dad back at it too! 👍🏻

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks John, appreciate it very much!

[@nicksmith7999]

Great work mate. Love watching these episodes. It’s like watching another version of Jeff and Binky. Totally agree that the front looks great but doesn’t share the same lines as the sides. The front bulks out like a 911 crossed with a corvette. The original ones that you cut up really compliment the natural lines. Can their lines be retained yet extended down? Either way, keep up the great work. Glad to see your Dad looks healthy.

[@FanatikBuilds]

There's lots more tweaking that needs to happen before we're done, but we are going to see if the original parts could be modified to work. Worth a shot anyway! Thanks for the continued thoughts for him Nick, it's crazy how fast time flies and it's great to see him doing well! 🙏

[@vincentpion8584]

When you were toying with the old green valence, I was just thinking how something looking like the front bumper of the Devil Z would work very well with that MG. It'll look very good ! Color wise, it's understandable why you have trouble making you mind. These all look terrific. I got a sweet spot for green on gun metal or black wheels. Also, your version of blue with wheels painted Suzuki Mars Gold (Z7L) would be nice too, maybe with the lip polished to match the chrome bumpers. It's taking shape. 👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Vincent, hope you're well! ✌️

[@assessor1276]

It’s great to see you back again - nice work as always! Boy, you sure give that angle grinder a work out. For me, green w. silver wheels. Check out the 2006 Mazda MX5 Arctic Green colour - very snazz.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha, never dreamed that tool could be so useful, until this project! Thanks for the suggestion ✌️

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

Good as always

[@johnforeman6620]

These do look nice in the factory yellow, and it is a good safety colour for a small (and fast) car like this. As always, great work and video presentation.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Haha this is a point not to be missed! I've even joked about running a flag like they do in the sand dunes so all the trucks on the road will have a chance of seeing us 😂

[@robertbisson9161]

Light silver metalic (extra metalic) would look great with the bottom 3 inches darker metalic silver. Easier for repaint if the bottom gets dammaged , chipped or road sandblasted. Love your content and video's.

[@latitude9.5north54]

Your craftsmanship and design skills are unsurpassed. I would like to mention my thoughts on the engine intake system. I would suggest a rear facing throat manifold and plumb an intake plenum into the cowl at the base of the windshield. Saw too many hydro-locked engines in my time.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Rear facing manifold won't clear the upcoming modifications to the firewall - all in due course! We'll continue to plan this front end out carefully though, lots of cars have their intakes in this rough area so there's got to be something to make this work. Cheers man!

[@Metalwolf765]

A dark blue with tan interior would look great- I think that or BRG would be your best bet, although it’s hard to go anywhere but brown on the interior that way. Have you thought about fleshing out the side skirts a bit? I think they need to come straight down rather than adding just a lip. It should match the proportions of the new valence. Finally, a car like this deserves bronze wheels :)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for the suggestions man 😊 appreciate it!

[@mitchellz24]

Definitely the Red or Green! Both colors touch on the English heritage of the vehicle while all your mods add the perfect touch of a modern vehicle.

[@user-kn5wz5gu3t]

The whole build is exquisite craftsmanship! Your total video composition shows how you an your dad dedicated such quality time .the finshed product should be documented to the fullest.