Building Better Wipers - Pro Touring V8 Powered Triumph Build - Project GT6R - Ep39

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  • čas přidán 12. 09. 2024
  • Today we're going to finish building our custom wiper system!
    After the adventures last episode, it should come as no surprise that a very special drive system was in order for our new stainless arms ... why didn't we just use a donor system, or at the very least, parts of a donor system? Well, the closest parts I could find were old, expensive and gross... anything newer doesn't play well with the inherit design complications that the GT6 creates.
    So we rolled the dice and decided to do what we always do, build it!
    This concludes our foray into wipers though, so stay tuned to see what's coming next!
    Like you, we can't wait to see this beast on the roads someday, so I hope you'll Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you won't miss that experience with us!
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    We’re just a couple of guys (not trained mechanics) who enjoy problem solving, creating new things, and showing you how we did it. We can’t promise that anything we do will work for your project, or that you, someone else, or your warranty will not be harmed or affected by doing it too. Please work responsibly and do not mess around with machinery that you are not comfortable with, even if we made it look easy!

Komentáře • 400

  • @FanatikBuilds
    @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +36

    Looks like we can finally *wipe* this item of our to-do list! 😉 Hope you enjoy the update, and a huge thanks as always to the Patreons, Supers and Donators who help support our shenanigans! www.patreon.com/FanatikBuilds

  • @lemmy9996
    @lemmy9996 Před měsícem +60

    Nic Blackhurst would be proud of that assembly!!👍👍👍👏👏

    • @user-kd2lg4od1c
      @user-kd2lg4od1c Před měsícem

      My thoughts as well.

    • @thechumpsbeendumped.7797
      @thechumpsbeendumped.7797 Před měsícem +4

      It’s a shame the Binky Boys have gone AWOL.

    • @heikohorz2709
      @heikohorz2709 Před měsícem +2

      As he said, "if it's good enough for the masters". :D

    • @Jesse-B
      @Jesse-B Před měsícem +6

      @@thechumpsbeendumped.7797 I watched that for 7 years, then right at the point it was almost finished... bye bye boys.

    • @peterbonnez
      @peterbonnez Před měsícem

      @@user-kd2lg4od1c Me too...

  • @BigHeinen
    @BigHeinen Před měsícem +50

    Why in the world aren't there like 250,000 subs by now??
    This young man is great!

    • @PAFishandTanks
      @PAFishandTanks Před měsícem +5

      We need to share his CZcams page out

    • @teekay_1
      @teekay_1 Před měsícem

      No doubt these guys are clever and they've shown some amazing things, but the car was started closing in on 5 years ago (at least according to the dates on the videos; maybe it's actually done now), very often with several months between videos. That's a long time as a viewer to expect a payoff that still hasn't come. I come back regularly to see if it's done yet, but it feels a bit dragged out.

    • @BigHeinen
      @BigHeinen Před měsícem +2

      @@teekay_1 While I understand your time issues with the build please remember that it's just one guy and his dad and they have no mechanical engineering training or manufacturing experience.
      They started off with the the most rudimentary hand tools and power tools.
      Over time the channel and patreon income has allowed them to acquire some better tools but it's still just one guy and his dad filming.
      This is as raw as it gets in regards to 'home built' and seat of the pants design and build.
      With all due respect...please cut them a little slack sir.

  • @wilber3762
    @wilber3762 Před měsícem +31

    Your skills in bracketry has come on leaps and bounds since I started watching from the beginning. In fact your skills in everything car engineering are amazing. Well done to you and your dad for your achievements so far. Can’t wait for the next instalment. 👍

  • @HomeBuiltByJeff
    @HomeBuiltByJeff Před měsícem +3

    Very nice work mate. Our Lord and Saviour, Nick Blackhurst, would be proud.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Ha, not sure I’d go that far, but I have huge respect for the guy and hope he would be pleased! Cheers Jeff 😎🔥

  • @TheDreadnoughtgames
    @TheDreadnoughtgames Před měsícem +16

    What I love about this channel is that you’re not laser cutting anything… everything you do is what we could all do in our home garages… I’ve been inspired by this channel to create my own… ‘NearlyFinished’…

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Haha, not that I wouldn't love to have a CNC laser table! 😉 Cheers man, that's awesome to hear!

  • @wink2154
    @wink2154 Před měsícem +12

    I never imagined wipers were so complicated. As a tradesman myself, I can only marvel at your planning and execution. Great work mate.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thanks man, turns out nothing is as simple as it seems! 😅 Cheers, means a lot!

  • @jeffpribyl6488
    @jeffpribyl6488 Před měsícem +12

    It's a sunny Sat. morning in Vancouver, coffees hot, let's watch some stunning bracket fabrication. Life's good 👍 🍻

    • @guillermotowers8625
      @guillermotowers8625 Před měsícem +1

      ...this channel is sooo good for the soul...us souls that love cars, Triumphs and innovation...

  • @Jr8key
    @Jr8key Před měsícem +4

    IMHO a worthy winner of the 2024 Cardboard Aided Design award,

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Means a lot man, thanks! This build would be nowhere without some good old CAD! 🥳

  • @DanNorth42
    @DanNorth42 Před měsícem +4

    Nice work Michael! I kind of miss doing trig with a calculator. "Oh Hell Another Hour Of Algebra. Sin, Cos, Tan".

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +3

      I briefly contemplated it but then remembered I don't have to!! 😉😎 Cheers buddy!

  • @N1RKW
    @N1RKW Před měsícem +9

    In my ever so humble opinion, your engineering prowess and the quality of your work puts you firmly in the realm of guys like Allen Millyard and Bad Obsession Motorsports. I enjoy your videos immensely, thank you for allowing us to follow along with you on this awesome father/son/garage build!
    Addendum: I can't help but notice that every single part of that car that you touch ends up far better than factory when you're done. Kudos!

    • @janne3006
      @janne3006 Před měsícem +1

      That's a bold statement but yeah it's the highest grade you can give a fabricator of any kind.

  • @HPSFRoadrunner
    @HPSFRoadrunner Před měsícem +7

    I'm curious what your plans are for the car when it's complete. Daily-driver? Show-car? Amateur racing? You seem to be paying a lot of attention to practicality and creature-comforts, so I suspect you plan on putting lots of miles on her and using as a main source of transport. Given the short wheelbase, and power-to-weight ratio, I think it would be one helluva auto-cross car.

    • @rodshop5897
      @rodshop5897 Před měsícem

      Indeed, I'm curious what the plans are as well.

  • @2ToneWalt
    @2ToneWalt Před měsícem +5

    They are some well engineered wipers, great job guys. 👍

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Cheers Steve! Here's hoping they work as well as they're supposed to! 😬🤞

  • @C21H27NO-atj
    @C21H27NO-atj Před měsícem +5

    I love seeing the Black & Decker Workmate take centre stage, episode after episode. It really is a hero! ❤

    • @manfredschmalbach9023
      @manfredschmalbach9023 Před měsícem +2

      The rate of workshop-equipment-to-outcome in Fanatik Builds' single garage is absolutely outstanding.
      As a former boatbuilder working in the field partially on remote places I would know of basic tooling outcomes. I would have hired these guys any day.

  • @mchristr
    @mchristr Před měsícem +3

    The brake booster linkage was pretty trick but you've outdone yourselves on the wipers. Hope your cross country trip includes the Pacific Northwest, where the wipers will get seriously tested.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Haha, thanks man! 😅 I'd love to see the west coast someday, maybe we'll have to plan a trip to SEMA and do a circuit on the way back! Guess time will tell! 😊

  • @hurk130
    @hurk130 Před měsícem +7

    So well done. You and Ronald Finger are my favorite YT'ers out there. Ya gat STYLE!!!

    • @uhjeen
      @uhjeen Před měsícem +2

      don't forget Soup Classic Motoring! They all 3 are just amazing!

  • @-triumphgt667
    @-triumphgt667 Před měsícem +7

    Fabulous work - the wipers on mine show willing but little else. I do wonder what the completed car will weigh though - the V8 clearly makes that mostly irrelevant but the engineering seems to be more Bentley than Lotus! This is a fantastic journey and I have enjoyed every step.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +5

      Thanks very much! Means a lot to have your support! I'm estimating 2400lbs dry, though to be honest I'm not that bothered if it's a bit more ... most of the additional weight is further down and rearward, so the balance will be improved and a little extra heft over the rear tires isn't exactly a bad thing ... with our power to weight ratio! 😅 All the best to ya! 🙏👍

  • @bradpage8967
    @bradpage8967 Před měsícem +3

    Impressive as always!! You guys are cramming 10 pounds of stuff into a 5 pound bag!! Great job!!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Haha, trying our best to anyway! 😅 Cheers Brad!

  • @user-ho5xe2nu8o
    @user-ho5xe2nu8o Před měsícem +4

    Many years ago I was trained to do weld preps on nuclear reactors (submarines). There was a course taught by a very talented instructor prior to qualifying to perform preps (40-45*, 45-50* and j-preps) that I had to complete. I have to say that your skills with an angle grinder amaze me! Love the channel.

  • @charlessmarr7107
    @charlessmarr7107 Před měsícem +1

    The quality and design of your work is splendid.

  • @cam3002
    @cam3002 Před měsícem +3

    Love the progress you're making. Not sure how I will ever leverage your wiper design but my Saturday morning is more complete watching it.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Haha, it's not exactly a common issue, is it! Certainly relevant in the British car community though sadly! 😅 Glad it got your weekend off right!

  • @genzigzag
    @genzigzag Před měsícem +3

    That's a pretty serious wiper assembly!

  • @paulwhite7475
    @paulwhite7475 Před měsícem +5

    Its been fun watching your fabrication skills improve exponentially over the last few years . Ive said it before , but I can't understand why this build hasn't gone viral .

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Haha, thanks Paul, gotta say, it would be nice 😅there's a lot of work put into these episodes, let alone the project itself! Appreciate it though, hope you have a great weekend ahead! 👍

  • @Papa-Bogey
    @Papa-Bogey Před měsícem +5

    Hurray for over engineering, and bonus points for the MCM reference. Double extra bonus points for the BOM brackets.
    I’m just here to feed the algorithm (

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +4

      Cheers man! Can’t forget about @SuperFastMatt ! 😎 #allhailthealgorithm

  • @user-ym8lt3js7l
    @user-ym8lt3js7l Před měsícem +3

    Once again awesome detail fab work! I like it! 😀👍👍

  • @vincekartes7145
    @vincekartes7145 Před měsícem +2

    Yes! A great new vid from you guys with a cup of coffee, it motivates me to get outside and work on my project car! Thanks guys!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Love to hear it! Have fun with your project Vince! 🥳✌

  • @shenpensenge
    @shenpensenge Před měsícem +3

    Your perfectly detailed fabrication is amazing!

  • @EricBandholz
    @EricBandholz Před měsícem +4

    I feel like you should build 100 each of the parts you make, and build a company doing resto-mods for this Triumph. Seems like a shame that all this work results in only one car. Love the work y'all do. Keep it up.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +3

      Cheers Eric, it would be amazing to treat the car as a prototype and build a small company from it! We’ll see what happens I guess 🙂 thanks man, means a lot! 🙏✌️

    • @Staffma
      @Staffma Před měsícem +1

      The gt6 and spitfires are undeserved classics in my opinion. They have a number of weaknesses in certain areas that keep them from more mainstream popularity.

    • @TheDreadnoughtgames
      @TheDreadnoughtgames Před měsícem

      @@FanatikBuildsGT6’s are the next Restomod target for sure… I’ve had so many people try to buy my restomod GT6…

  • @allanfettah4686
    @allanfettah4686 Před měsícem +2

    What a fantastic fabrication. Really enjoy watching you make these bespoke brackets. Great job. Take it easy and stay safe.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks Allan, glad you enjoy it, we'll try our best to! 😊🙏

  • @punkbloater
    @punkbloater Před měsícem +1

    By now I don’t think there is any problem you guys can’t design your way out of, amazing work again! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Given enough cardboard, tape, grinding disks and argon, **anything** is possible! 😅Haha, cheers man, really appreciate it!✌

  • @neilius1015
    @neilius1015 Před měsícem +1

    A masterclass, bravo!
    Oh, and good to hear from your Dad..!!

  • @koendirkson5965
    @koendirkson5965 Před měsícem +3

    always a joy to see a new episode. keep doing it!

  • @starchiefrussell4703
    @starchiefrussell4703 Před měsícem +1

    A1 engineering excellence. I never thought it would be so satisfying watch somebody bend and shape bits of metal!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      It's fun seeing boring pieces of sheet and tubing slowly turn into something useful eh! 😊 Cheers man!

  • @manfredschmalbach9023
    @manfredschmalbach9023 Před měsícem +1

    Your channel did escalate quickly into one of my "instant-click-ons" I do like before watching to securely never forget it, and these wipers were a valid illustration why so .... Thanks for sharing!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      That's awesome to hear, thanks so much Manfred, means a lot! 😊🙏

  • @rona1144
    @rona1144 Před měsícem +1

    BOM is going to be jealous of your brackets 😉
    This build is such a pleasure to watch progress.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Haha, oh I don't know about that! 😅But thanks man, means a lot to me! 😊

  • @BillRyan
    @BillRyan Před měsícem +4

    I'm always blown away and inspired by your fab skills. You have really honed them to a fine point over this build. Thank you both for sharing this journey with us. You inspired me to get a welder and start fabricating in my shop. I'm nowhere near your level of skill but you've motivated me to make things and it's so much fun. I agree with one of the commenters that you should have three or four hundred thousand followers with this build.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Really kind of you Bill, I appreciate that, here's hoping the numbers will start to rise soon! Wonderful to hear our little project has inspired you - happy building, and the more you do the better you'll get, I'm still learning every time I pick up a tool! Cheers 😊🙏

  • @SteamedLeaf
    @SteamedLeaf Před měsícem +4

    I know it's a high cost item and very unlikely, but you should consider getting an arc droid or something similar. It would save you so much time making brackets instead of cutting it out from sheet with grinders. Maybe email them and see if they would want to sponsor you?

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Oh don't think that I wouldn't absolutely LOVE one! 😅 They are a Canadian company ... nothing ventured nothing gained? ... where would I put it though!!! 😬

  • @saml4046
    @saml4046 Před měsícem +1

    Every episode is getting more and more awesome! The time and dedication to fabricate all of these one off parts is amazing. Not sure people realise how much it actually takes!!!! Keep it up 😊

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      100% accurate Sam, we likely spent as much time making this as we did sorting out the suspension geometry! 😬Thanks! Really means a lot to me!

  • @peterbonnez
    @peterbonnez Před měsícem +1

    High quality wiper setup. Excellent

  • @lennym1636
    @lennym1636 Před měsícem +1

    Good ole CAD, gotta love it...

  • @cstar54
    @cstar54 Před měsícem +3

    Truly fantastic bracketology, definitely right up there with BOM!!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      That means a ton to me, thanks man! 😊🙏

  • @finiansmall
    @finiansmall Před měsícem +2

    Gents, great vid!
    I appreciate the math tutorial on how to design wiper component lengths using trigonometry.
    Reminded me of a very early episode on steering angles you did.
    BRAVO!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Oh boy, the steering/suspension geometry was FUN!... 😅 Thanks man, glad you found it interesting!

  • @gregggambrell916
    @gregggambrell916 Před měsícem +1

    I have been watching since episode 1. I always look forward to seeing your progress. Best built on you tube by far. Thank you for entertaining us.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Awesome! Means a lot to have your continued support and encouragement Gregg! Thank you! 😊🙏

  • @thunder_lloyd
    @thunder_lloyd Před měsícem +1

    Top tier ingenuity and workmanship as always! 👏👏👏

  • @talljake
    @talljake Před měsícem +1

    Fantastic episode, i'm really impressed with the level of finish you put in to hidden brackets and parts!
    That preview at the end makes it look like the footwell is getting a BIG hole in the next episode!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      The terrible part of all this going on CZcams is that technically, **nothing** is hidden in this project! 😅 Yep, stay tuned, got something else in mind for Ep40, but 41 will be doing some serious removal! 😎✌

  • @denis9450
    @denis9450 Před měsícem +2

    Ah lots of Brackets you have to have lots Regards from Liverpool England

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      The more large items added to the car, the less space we've got left for the small stuff, so the more creative we have to get! 😅 And here was me thinking life would get easier as we progressed! Cheers Denis, all the best from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦

  • @PeterHatch-mx7zc
    @PeterHatch-mx7zc Před měsícem +4

    👍😁 each time gets closer ! Waiting patiently for the first start up!!

    • @manfredschmalbach9023
      @manfredschmalbach9023 Před měsícem

      Optimists count on some day in 2025 ....

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Cheers Peter! We're (im)patiently waiting for that ourselves! 2025 would be awesome ... just saying! 😅

    • @PeterHatch-mx7zc
      @PeterHatch-mx7zc Před měsícem

      I have new wiring harness there not American wiring but could work for the car 21 circuit yours if you want

  • @baronvonteuchter1412
    @baronvonteuchter1412 Před měsícem +2

    Great progress, really coming along 👍

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Cheers Baron! Slowly but surely! 😬😉Hope you're doing well these days!

  • @bonafidemike
    @bonafidemike Před měsícem +1

    Brilliant as always. Must be nice to have the wipers (largely) wrapped up!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Cheers Mike, it sure is good to have these behind us! On to the next step! 😎

  • @lordodin5755
    @lordodin5755 Před měsícem +1

    Wow this soon after the other episode, BIG HYPE! hands down my favourite series on youtube.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thanks for noticing man, I know a lot of people expect weekly or daily videos, but it's simply impossible with my format. I've been pushing hard to stick to monthly releases, so I'm glad it's appreciated! 😊 Cheers!!

    • @lordodin5755
      @lordodin5755 Před měsícem

      @@FanatikBuilds The amount of things you guys need to do and/or purchase weekly uploads would only be feasible on a big youtuber budget and even then part of the charm is you doing it with your dad who you cant expect to make it all about a youtube channel. I'm loving the format i'm loving the educational parts (although i would probably never get this road legal due to stringent laws in the netherlands) and im also glad to see your dad is doung better. Take your time i'm 28 i aint dead yet

  • @gkanderson92
    @gkanderson92 Před měsícem +1

    Not an easy task here. Excellent use of brain power. Great engineering!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thank you Gary! Really appreciate that! 😊✌

  • @jayinmi3706
    @jayinmi3706 Před měsícem +2

    Gonna make a suggestion for the sprayer system. Ford Escort (late 90's-early 2000's) windshield wiper sprayer nozzles work great. The actually provide more of a mist, than a stream (like the stock sprayers on my Neon did) and are easy to find. The wiper motor system came out great, and will probably bee a reference for me for the relocated wiper motor in my S10 pickup. Hope everyhing is well with you!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thanks for the suggestion Jay, appreciate the tip! 🙏 All doing fine here thanks, happy to have got this video done so I can return to the garage again! 🥳🔧 Cheers man, hope all’s well on your end too!

  • @maker-matt
    @maker-matt Před měsícem +1

    Excellent Job. I just hope that I get to see this car and shake your hand someday.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Means a lot Matt, thank you! Hopefully we can get the car to some shows when she's finished 😎🤝

  • @dustinthecouch2466
    @dustinthecouch2466 Před měsícem +1

    Where does this level of engineering genius come from? Your skills grow and get better with every video.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      There's a lot of time spent thinking and planning that never makes it to video! 😅 Haha, thanks man that means a lot to me, I really appreciate it! 🙏

  • @johndavey72
    @johndavey72 Před měsícem

    Every comment is a tribute to your incredible skills. And lets be honest , even you havr to be well chuffed ! Congratulations !

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thank you John, I am a bit pleased with it I must say! 😊 Really appreciate the encouragement!

  • @rossdean1997
    @rossdean1997 Před měsícem +1

    Great work. One suggestion is where two bends intersect as in the bottom corners of a box you can drill small bend relief holes. They can make making the bends a little easier.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      I always forget to add that feature, but it is a great tip, thanks Ross! 🙏

  • @peterrobierto7435
    @peterrobierto7435 Před měsícem +1

    Great engineering, fabulous fabrication.

  • @TheJeffcurran
    @TheJeffcurran Před měsícem

    Awesome fab and welding as usual. That system is strong AF.

  • @2512MaTHias
    @2512MaTHias Před měsícem

    This tiny old wooden workbench in your garage will have stories to tell to it’s children and grandchildren lifelong… as two brave men built a whole car on it from tiny metal pieces on and on for months and years… until the beautiful miracle got ready, happily drove around on its nice wheels and became the old workbench‘s best friend in the garage … as always: my biggest respect for your work and skills! 👍👍👍

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Ha! It sure will! 🥳 My back isn't quite so fond of it though, to be honest! Thanks very much man, really appreciate it 🙏

  • @davidlambert4614
    @davidlambert4614 Před měsícem +1

    Canada's version of bad obsession motorsport. Awesome keep up the good work boys.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thanks David, that means a lot to me! Will definitely try our best to 😎👍

  • @kawazukisoddbits2717
    @kawazukisoddbits2717 Před měsícem +1

    This is so now my go to channel to get my 'Binky Fix'.
    Honestly, for what you are achieving in a small garage is outstanding, almost - dare I say it - beyond Binky with their 'massive well lit studio' workshop. Loving it, but do more and faster !

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      That means a great deal to me, wow, thank you! 🙏 Trying hard to keep the content coming, I've been able to maintain a monthly schedule for a bit now, and that's with some all-nighters to make it happen! We'll keep trying our best though, thanks for the encouragement! 😊✌

  • @mikes_stag
    @mikes_stag Před měsícem +1

    Always always a great watch and amazing engineering. Thanks and keep up the great work

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Cheers my friend! Really appreciate it, I hope all is well your end! 🙏✌

  • @q36spacemodulator
    @q36spacemodulator Před měsícem

    I never fail to enjoy one of these episodes. Even though you may be glad to finally finish and enjoy the fruits of your labour I will be a little sad it's over. SO GIVE US UPDATES WHEN YOU DRIVE INTO THE SUNSET. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Quite honestly I'll be sad when it's done too! Hopefully I'll have some space to start the next project by then though! 😬🤞 We'll definitely have to figure out a creative way to get some rolling shots someday, I'm not really kitted out for it, but the project will deserve a proper ending. Don't know the probability of it, but I'd love to have the @ThrottleHouse boys do a video on it! 😎✌

  • @Chumley360
    @Chumley360 Před měsícem +1

    Just beautiful. You are doing excellent work🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @Blanco22
    @Blanco22 Před měsícem +1

    Still loving it, alwats a treat when I see Fanatik come uo on the notifications 👍

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Awesome, love to hear it man! Thanks for the encouragement! 😎🙏

  • @GabaranRickshaw
    @GabaranRickshaw Před měsícem +2

    The time and dedication to this project is amazing. The algorithm need to promote this way more than it does! Keep it up! Love the content!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thanks man, I really appreciate that! 😊🙏 #allhailthealgorithm

  • @frankcanale3467
    @frankcanale3467 Před měsícem

    Impressive fabrication skills young man. It is refreshing to see fabrication done with your mind, skills , and available tools. Not everyone has a full blown cad system, CNC plasma table, CNC milling center, CNC lathe, and on and on with sponsors to boot. I am restoring a Triumph TR3 to original condition. I decided if I was doing this I had to make the parts I needed. Yes it is slow but rewarding. Continued success on your build ! Frank

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thank you Frank, means a lot to me! I certainly wouldn't be opposed to having some CNC equipment on hand, but until that day, hand tools it is! Enjoy your TR3 project, lovely little car! 👍

  • @BBWilly05
    @BBWilly05 Před měsícem +2

    I really dig the music in the middle. I look forward to it in each video. Don’t know why, I just do.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Love to hear it, thanks! 🥳👍 Music selection is really tricky as it's so subjective, but I try to stick to a flavour that feels consistent with the channel. Some people have mentioned they'd rather have no music at all, but like with the blokes from MCM, I have a musical background that is a part of me... so it is what is it! 😎 Cheers Brett!

  • @peterjackson4630
    @peterjackson4630 Před měsícem +1

    Very talented. With basic tools, your obviously an engineer student! 👍😁

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Haha, my student days are a ways behind me now 😅 But thanks man! I was trained to be an Industrial Millwright, but most of what I've done in this project has been self taught 😊👍

  • @davidyates748
    @davidyates748 Před měsícem +1

    Superb work Michael! You're in danger of eclipsing the work of BoM as you have posted content within living memory 😊

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Burn! 😅🔥 Thanks David, really appreciate it!

  • @ronaureliuschilton9303
    @ronaureliuschilton9303 Před měsícem +1

    I’m glad someone mentioned BOM, got me to thinking about how well Fanatik sits alongside them. In terms of engineering you are a massively underrated channel. I wish you many more followers. I drive a completely original GT6, the purist in me weeps but won over by the standard and learning journey.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      That means a great deal to me, thank you Ronaurelius. I especially appreciate your sentiments considering your ownership of a factory GT6... I know we've strayed about as far as possible from the original design, but as you say it's been a wonderful learning experience and I'm extremely grateful to have had the opportunity! All the best to you 👍

    • @ronaureliuschilton9303
      @ronaureliuschilton9303 Před měsícem

      I could have mirrored so many of the other comments made here and endorse them all. Massive kudos to you, your channel epitomises everything I feel engineering to be. Couple that with humour and cracking editing then to me it's a winner. I am in the UK and my gt6 is one of the few triumphs that stayed this side of the pond. So happy to see another one reborn, from its condition when you found it you made the right choice!

  • @OfBronzeandBlaze
    @OfBronzeandBlaze Před měsícem

    This project just got recommended to me yesterday. I’ve gone and watched every video in this build series. Please make a playlist for all of us who just found you

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      That's awesome to hear, welcome, really glad you found the channel and I hope you'll enjoy what's to come! 🥳 Here's the official playlist: czcams.com/play/PLBFrR2bfo_1-mWFQB-odCzK6tkzvIsYxk.html&si=Zh7z8bj22bLhWnJd

  • @anthonybulmer1198
    @anthonybulmer1198 Před měsícem

    Thanks guys for another great episode. You’re not only building a great car but also some great memories building it with your dad. I am helping my son reserect a Nissan 300zx z31. Nothing like what you are doing more original but with just as much body work. Thanks again and keep up the great work

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks Anthony, doing this together has always been the point, and it's also partly why it's taking so long (our schedules don't always overlap) ... but it's been an amazing experience to share with dad, and I'm very blessed to have had the opportunity! Enjoy your time with your own son, I love hearing about other projects like that! 😎🎉

  • @jimf5160
    @jimf5160 Před měsícem

    They look so nice...that powdercoating in a complimentary color might be cool.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Definitely, looking forward to it! Cheers Jim 😎👍

  • @lukemockeridge7899
    @lukemockeridge7899 Před měsícem

    Always a pleasure to see an update on this project

  • @steveanderson3942
    @steveanderson3942 Před měsícem

    Love that old workmate bench, it's seen some action 😂

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Certainly has! My back doesn't share the same love for it though! 😅

  • @warrencole2974
    @warrencole2974 Před měsícem

    Your attention to detail is amazing a so well documented

  • @blackbuttecruizr
    @blackbuttecruizr Před měsícem +1

    Creativity overload!

  • @marcusott2973
    @marcusott2973 Před měsícem

    Just brilliant, and as a trained welder, it is impressive to watch your skills improve over time!!!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thanks Marcus, it's always encouraging to hear from professionals that I'm doing ok! 😅 Really appreciate it! 🙏

  • @justacoupleofkids320
    @justacoupleofkids320 Před měsícem

    You have mad angle grinder skills and fabrication skills in general.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      @@justacoupleofkids320 It’s an incredibly capable tool! Thanks man, I really appreciate that 😊💪✌️

  • @Jesse-B
    @Jesse-B Před měsícem +1

    I can see what will happen, you'll complete this beauty, and take her on that maiden cross-country voyage, and you'll get back feeling on top of the world for a few weeks. Then one day you'll wander into the empty workshop and realise you are addicted to the process. Pretty soon you'll be scouring the webs for your next project 🤣
    But seriously, your skills have gone off the chart since I first started watching, imagine how "easy" the next one would be. Lessons learnt, mistakes and pitfalls avoided.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Haha, as the channel name suggests, the build is my favourite part, for sure! 😊 I'm not sure if the car will ever be 100% done, but even so, I'll be sad when there's no more brackets to be made. Here's hoping by then, we'll have the space to start the next project... it would be tricky in our current environment! Cheers Jesse, really means a lot to me 🙏✌

  • @MrFunnyDad2024
    @MrFunnyDad2024 Před měsícem +1

    Another unique solution.
    What's not unique, is the high quality of work - that's typical...

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      😊Thanks man, means a lot! I'm glad the effort is appreciated! 🙏

  • @bobrose7900
    @bobrose7900 Před měsícem +1

    That was a bracket and a half! It's always a juggling act - stiffness and weight, but that's a great job. I don't think OEMs put as much thought into wipers... Can't remember where the washer jets were on my Mk2, but more fun to come I'm sure! Thoroughly enjoyable video.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      You've got it Bob, always difficult to find that balance but I think this was at least 90% there! I need to get/make some dimple dies to bring it up that bit more though 😊 Cheers, so glad you enjoyed it! 🙏

  • @19mati67
    @19mati67 Před měsícem +1

    Awesome job!!! I have picked up an MX5 NC wiper assembly and I did not know why the connecting tube is bent, now I know. I'm building a Locost from scratch.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      I'm sure there's more than one reason to design it that way, but I'm glad it worked for us! Nice one! I love those cars, have fun with your project! 😎✌

  • @pappete9988
    @pappete9988 Před měsícem +1

    Love your work, i think of this as the American version of project Binky.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Cheers man! Means a lot to me! 🇨🇦🙏

  • @robertjenkinson3360
    @robertjenkinson3360 Před měsícem

    Project Binky levels of bracketry going on here. I love this.

  • @MrCaprinut
    @MrCaprinut Před měsícem +1

    Fantastic work as usual!
    Simply love your work!
    PS I will share this on FB as this is my favorite build on YT 🙂
    I hope Binky will return sooner than later.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Thanks so much man! Really appreciate it! 😊🙏 For sure, I've had severe BoM withdrawal symptoms for ages now! Think they had some kind of non-project related issue ... hope things will get back to normal for them soon.

  • @seanbyju
    @seanbyju Před měsícem +1

    this is so satisfying to watch

  • @JulianSudano-m2s
    @JulianSudano-m2s Před měsícem +1

    Keep up the good work!

  • @ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524
    @ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524 Před měsícem +4

    An all-nighter?! You must be wiped after that! 😂😂😂🙄

    • @DanNorth42
      @DanNorth42 Před měsícem

      Wipe that grin off your face; there is no room for puns here! Or under the dash of that car.

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      😂👌 Nice one! And yes, you could say that!! Who needs sleep anyway though 😉

  • @kinloud
    @kinloud Před měsícem

    Bracket envy! Fabulous work

  • @fonhollohan2908
    @fonhollohan2908 Před 9 dny

    Here's a tip for you bud, when welding thin sheet metal with a ninety degree flange, try doing a vertical down it will enable you to do a thinner weld and do it in one pass. And it will not require as much weld give it a bit of practice you'll see what I mean afterwards once you've given it a shot and best of all it will not require as much grinding!

  • @heikkivierela
    @heikkivierela Před měsícem

    This build is quickly turning into another bloody Binky and I love it! It is all about brackets :D

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      The more large stuff crammed in there, the more we've got to get creative to fit the small stuff! Brackets for days! 😎 Cheers man, means a lot!

  • @deangaryjames
    @deangaryjames Před měsícem

    Appreciate the work that goes into this awesome build, lost me with the math, but hey, i just woke up and it's Sunday morning!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Haha, sorry about that! 😉 Thanks man, glad you enjoy our little project!

  • @jr74ford
    @jr74ford Před měsícem

    You guys are what people need as influencers!

  • @christianjustin7
    @christianjustin7 Před měsícem +1

    What a great day!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Glad it could help make your day a little better Justin! 😊✌

  • @rayjulien4739
    @rayjulien4739 Před měsícem

    Awesome! Hi from western Australia; currently in full weird Antarctic wet weather!... So wipers totally current!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem

      Cheers Ray! Stay warm over there, we've had an extremely hot, humid and wet summer so far ... so totally current here as well! 😅 All the best to ya from Ontario 🇨🇦 ! ✌

  • @Staffma
    @Staffma Před měsícem +2

    Taking notes here . Ive been working on a much less elegant soluton for my spitfire for a while !

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Awesome, hope this gives you some ideas man! It wasn't that complicated in the long run, just took some time to find the best solution! 😊👍 Cheers!

  • @andrewharpin6749
    @andrewharpin6749 Před měsícem

    "Make the Noise!"
    Awesome, over-engineering at it's finest!
    Just waiting for you to get it chrome plated (even though it's hidden behind the dash)!
    As they say "Slowly, slowly, catchy monkey!", you're getting there!

    • @FanatikBuilds
      @FanatikBuilds  Před měsícem +1

      Thank you! Somebody had to say it! 😉Feels like ages since I've heard that phrase, here's hoping Nik and Richard make a comeback soon. Ha, if I could chrome it at home, I may just! Maybe nickle plating or powder coating will suffice though! Cheers Andrew, hope all's well your end 👍✌

  • @assessor1276
    @assessor1276 Před měsícem +1

    You had me right up to “Lucas designed it….” HAH!