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

There’s a lot to celebrate here! The end of another year, 40k subscribers, and a rolling car once again to name a few! So to mark this day, we’re wrapping up some of the last remaining items near the nose, and will go over some of our plans for the future - so grab a snack, this should be a good one!
Last time on Project GT6R, we completely revamped our LS4’s intake system… beginning by replacing the horrific factory manifold these engines come with, and we followed that up by feeding the new manifold with a dual-3inch cold air intake system.
My aluminum TIG welding skills may have a way to go still, but after all that practice, today, we decided to continue the non-ferrous theme into our new radiator support...
The crash bar is also getting finished off, and after that, it’s finally time to discuss one last MAJOR item up front, before we push rearward in Episode 31.
So let's get to it!
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[@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 🙏

[@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.

[@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!

[@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

[@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 🙏🤓

[@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!

[@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.

[@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! 🥳✌️

[@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 ✌️

[@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 🥳✌️

[@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! 🙏

[@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! 👍

[@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!

[@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.

[@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! 🎄 🇨🇦

[@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! 😊👍

[@gregfederici676]

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

[@tomjohns8498]

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

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, appreciate it 😊

[@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.💪🇬🇧💪👍

[@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 😊

[@joshmartin6499]

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

[@-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!

[@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 👍🏻

[@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! 👊✌️

[@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.

[@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

[@lemmy9996]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 😊

[@robertmirski7207]

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

[@Emacspirate]

Love this build and journey guys. Great work!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks John, really appreciate it 😊

[@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...

[@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!

[@theariesexperiment4642]

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

[@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 👍

[@young11984]

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

[@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’! 😅

[@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.

[@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.

[@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! ✌️🇨🇦

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@blackbuttecruizr]

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

[@FanatikBuilds]

Safety 3rd!

[@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 😊👍

[@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.

[@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.

[@barthanes1]

Black and chrome always looks good on a motor vehicle.

[@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 😊

[@smudgetherealmc]

Love what you’re doing. Personally I think I’d like to see the front end shaped more to fit with the body sides - the extra lights are good but the overall effect currently looks a bit big and blunt.

[@FanatikBuilds]

It definitely will get more tweaking before we build it! Thanks man ✌️

[@eliotpalfreman1232]

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

[@wilber3762]

Great video as always. It was amazing to see the the things you were doing with blender, and the way the car could look when it’s finished. Yellow is the colour you should go for. I remember seeing many of them in that colour back in the day when they were new and I think it suits the car. I am biased though, since I have a yellow Golf R. Keep up the good work. 👍🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@FanatikBuilds]

Cheers Wilber, appreciate it! 🥳✌️🇨🇦

[@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! 🥳

[@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.

[@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 🥳

[@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.

[@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 😂

[@robertferrell8518]

Turning out to be quite a Gem😊! The program really helped it out and helped blend in the necessary lines in dimensions to make it work! Love it to me the color doesn’t matter I’m preference more towards greens or a green and a cream color white making of the two-tone something like that. The idea of blocking all the spokes on the wheels is perfect maybe for trim color of the wheels add a little of the body color to it and for certain all the chrome black chrome all of it that would really set it off including the bullet mirrors on the side black chrome them❤❤❤❤ That would be my recipe. I love to see the interaction between you and your father he definitely brings grounding to the picture as well as his assessments👍 Blessings to you both and your family🙏

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for the suggestions Robert! All the best to you and your family as well!

[@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!

[@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 😊✌️

[@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! 👍

[@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! 🙏

[@sfv41901]

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

[@jasondunn8313]

Love the progress! Wasn’t sure about the new front body work initially but the idea of the small side skirts fixed that. I’m a fan of the white or light blue colour scheme myself with contrasting wheels. Great job👍

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks Jason, appreciate it 🥳

[@NorthWay_no]

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

[@redauwg911]

that blue in the thumbnail is the perfect colour

[@ChrisWicks1]

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

[@nfisheremti]

my vote would be light blue. though something can be said for returning to the classic BRG of the original. either way, it'll be awesome. it's your car, not any of ours, so do what makes you happy. good luck. i really enjoy the series, and all the thought and planning you guys are doing

[@FanatikBuilds]

I really do appreciate that man, thank you 😊✌️

[@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.

[@narrowgauge7.25]

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

[@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!

[@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! 👍

[@N1RKW]

While I think that the silver looks sharp, here's a lesson I learned from driving my silver XT6: From a distance, silver is almost invisible against all but the freshest asphalt. I ended up rewiring the fog lights to act as daytime running lights and installing a train horn just to avoid accidents, because I was pretty much invisible to other drivers. Great car, as you know, but at the time I wished that it was any color other than silver! I like both of the blue colors you chose, but British Racing Green might be the most "proper" choice. :)

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks for the heads up - I agree that for something this small, we need a colour that stands out for safety if nothing else! 😂✌️

[@alman6581]

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 👍

[@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 😊✌️

[@gavincooper3313]

I've got a 1980 TR7 which I had painted in Toyota Spruce Green (mica), it looks almost black in the shade but in bright sunlight it absolutely pops. Coupled with old English white and gold contrasts I'm really happy with the results.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Sounds nice Gavin!

[@AdamHougham]

Another great episode - thank you gentlemen! Remember the colour on the outside needs to tie in with whatever you decide to go with on the inside so think holistically alongside the carpets, seats and dash. Not sure what your options are there, but keep them all in mind!

[@FanatikBuilds]

Having the model should be quite helpful to tie my ideas together there! Cheers Adam! 😊👍

[@stephanecollins8949]

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

[@marvintpandroid2213]

Cool, that front end looks lovely and solves my water worries. 10/10

[@FanatikBuilds]

Glad you think so Marvin - cheers!

[@marvintpandroid2213]

@@FanatikBuilds Any time, I just wish I had the ability to chip in some money to the build. Can't wait to see it on the road.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Appreciate the support you give just by watching and commenting man! ✌️ If you could tell some friends about it that would be amazing!

[@rona1144]

This is a great build and your attention to detail shows. A couple of suggestions about the front air dam: The placement of the fog lights seems a bit high although it looks centered on that area. Maybe the transition from front to side could be pulled into the body more and less squarish, that would reposition the fog light inward and more downward, less stacked lights, more angular orientation. Be mindful of parking barriers, I cracked the one on my 280z one week before a car show 🫤 it made a sickening sound. I have no doubt your final design will be stunning 👍🏻

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate the suggestions Ron! Haha, yep, like any low car, barriers and curbs are not our friends! Sucks you had that happen, always a terrible sound 😬

[@HapCall]

Great work and stupendous patience! Most people would have lost interest by now if they attempted this rebuild. The fog lights look great! My preference would be British racing green (a tad bit darker than what you are showing with black bumpers, and a tan leather interior...in fact the less chrome, the better. Chrome just looks gaudy to me.

[@FanatikBuilds]

Thanks man, we're in it for the long haul but have come a long way! Exciting to have an end goal to aim for 😊 ... how about Aston Martin's Buckinghamshire Green? Could be quite stunning!

[@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! 😊🙏

[@simonb2044]

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

[@johnoneal1999]

Love the front end!! That lighter blue metallic with the blacked out bumpers looks gorgeous!!

[@s.gossett5966]

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

[@brendonhearn8778]

Still AWESOME! Thanks for the continued excellent and entertaining content. And for the inspiration. Can you imagine Volvo 244 and a Toyota 1JZ / 2JZ (n/a)? Nice work on the 40k, although it should be more....I put this build up there with the BOM Project Binky, The Skid Factory, DeBoss Garage. This is not an average build, in a shed. This is a next level. Thanks

[@FanatikBuilds]

Really appreciate that Brendon, means a lot 😊✌️ ... a 2J Volvo would be sweet!

[@mikhodgson9420]

Have to say, I'm a bit "old school" as far as colour goes, but I think kind of cherry red metallic with chrome bumpers & wheels would look awesome, I'd also go with the side skirts & front lip, just to pull the shape together, but it's your motor, & what an absolutely awesome machine it is, I've watched this from day 1 & I can't wait to see the finished project, it'll sound so awesome when you fire it up, keep on with the fantastic work Michael, you & your dad have performed miracles on this car, & the videos show this, I love the details you include & the way you work everything out to the last detail, here's to the next episode, best of luck & best regards... Mik

[@ravenreader4772]

My vote is with the light blue.

[@Riley_1955]

Had me a 72 Triumph GT6 MKIV inline six dual strombergs 4 speed manual in dark blue one time and it was a great little roadster......Loved that I could just raise the front and sit on a tire and work on anything on the engine.

[@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!

[@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! ✌️

[@jar895]

The green is timeless.

[@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 😉

[@iamarawn]

Green and blue are amazing. Sideskirts look amazing too. The extra lights are really making the old-school looks pop. Maybe it's time to buy a huge 3D printer to print out the bumper? Big enough with a belt and you could make the bumper on a smaller printer that can make it fit in 2 directions, belt takes care of the length. Just an idea. I mean, it's already in blender. Convert to gcode and print? Or have someone print it.

[@FanatikBuilds]

That would be amazing! 🤔 "Dear Santa ...." 😉