"Encore" brought to you by BBT Fabrications

[BBT FAB]

Hello everyone!

Id like to share our most recent project being built by BBT Fab in Champaign, IL. It is a 1969 Firebird we like to call "Encore". This is the second car we have built for owner Sid Tracy. Our over all goal is to build a modern sports car out of the 69. We will be running products from Detroit Speed, Forgeline, Mast Motorsports, Ring Brothers and Recaro. First we contacted Ben Hermance to get some ideas on paper.

Hope you all enjoy,

Troy

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[ArisESQ]

front end looks pretty cool. more like a 67/68 than a 69.

[HotRod68Camaro]

That rendering looks awesome. The hood looks great.

[tones2SS]

That rendering looks awesome. The hood looks great.

^^I agree. Looks awesome indeed. (Great job Ben!):cheers:
I like the front end a lot. Keep us posted on this build.

[lilcraigford]

Wow that rendering is stunning! The nose really caught my attention. Looking forward to this one!

[kart34]

way kool going the keep an eye on this build :thumbsup:

[Northeast Rod Run]

I like the way Ben has the nose of the car right up against the front fenders, instead of leaving that big gap like GM did. I think that's the biggest fault with the exterior of these cars from the factory

[Musclerodz]

damn Ben, you hit the ball out of the park on that nose. Love it!:thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

damn Ben, you hit the ball out of the park on that nose. Love it!:thumbsup:

The hood and tail panel is very cool, too!

[Fitz78ta]

WOW, like everyone else said that front end is amazing. The tail and hood are also badass. Awesome rendering for sure, can't wait to see the progress.

[GregWeld]

Nice design.


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[Hdesign]

Thanks for the comments guys and thanks for getting me involved Troy.

It was a fun project, not only because I love Firebirds but a 69 in particular was always a design I cringe over. TJ pointed out that puzzling expansion joint between the nose and fender, but as far as I'm concerned the entire nose needed an overhaul. It's way too busy with holes and lights and huge parting line gaps. And Pontiac rear bumpers are basically just a not-as-streamlined version of a Camaro...too clunky and "hung on".

There were some other concepts but this was the one that we felt worked best on this project. One looked like a progression from a 68 to a 70 and another had more of a 70 GTO feel to it. I look at a 69 and just say, "Where did that design come from? It's like the entire GM design team worked on the 69 Camaro and the Firebird was a total afterthought. Sure, let's just take what the Camaro has and double it.....

[awr68]

It's going to be very fun to follow this build! Lots of hand built parts....can't wait to see pics as things progress!! :yes:

[pacificustoms]

I love the front end and rear end design! Should be a great looking car and a fun project!

[BBT FAB]

Got the car back from media blasting and this is how she looks... also got a pallet load of parts from detroit speed

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[billetman]

Nice design Ben.

[tones2SS]

Looking good.

[ccm399]

I have to agree the nose is SPOT on! Nice work. I cannot wait to see this thing come together.

Chris

[Doug Harden]

Looks like it could slightly resemble one of my other favorite cars....not a bad thing at all.

http://mcar.ru/news/i/1970-Plymouth-Hemi-Cuda-Nicolas_Cage.jpg

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Good looking design, You guys have a great build going!!

[syborg tt]

Good to finally see you guys over here.

Subscribed !!!!

:thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

Got all of our suspension installed!

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-Troy

[tones2SS]

Very, very nice Troy. Keep us posted.:thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

we recently started on the cage. The owner wanted a little something to stiffen up the car and add safety but he didnt want to be able to see it at all in the interior compartment of the car so we are building it as tight as possible then building a pillar panels and one peice headliner to cover it up. Heres where we are at so far...

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[tones2SS]

Awesome idea. Looks good.

[Hdesign]

Looks like it could slightly resemble one of my other favorite cars....not a bad thing at all.

http://mcar.ru/news/i/1970-Plymouth-Hemi-Cuda-Nicolas_Cage.jpg

It was a bit of a tightrope walk because we wanted to keep it unmistakably Firebird so I actually had a few pix of Cudas pinned up for a boundary reference. Retaining the double headlights really helps.

[BBT FAB]

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[BBT FAB]

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[tones2SS]

Looks great guys. Good job.:thumbsup:

[LanceL]

Wow, what a job with the cage!!!

[davin24]

question since you stiffened it up with the roll cage do you still need to add frame rail connectors??

[BBT FAB]

question since you stiffened it up with the roll cage do you still need to add frame rail connectors??

Sub frame connectors are in already as well

[BBT FAB]

started on the firewall...

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-Troy

[ModernMuseum]

Wow, that front end is going to look insane!

Make two and I'll buy one from you. Hell, I'll even throw in a down payment.

I really wish fabricators would manufacture cool styling parts like this in stead of some of the mundane parts like door jams and hood latches. They'd make a killing.

Please keep us updated on the manufacturing and fabbing of the overhauled nose piece.

[Rybar]

Really like the install of that roll cage, well done. :thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

Wow, that front end is going to look insane!

Make two and I'll buy one from you. Hell, I'll even throw in a down payment.

I really wish fabricators would manufacture cool styling parts like this in stead of some of the mundane parts like door jams and hood latches. They'd make a killing.

Please keep us updated on the manufacturing and fabbing of the overhauled nose piece.

This has actually been a thought. I will let you know what we come up with.

Thanks

Troy

[BBT FAB]

More firewall pics....

We are going to tie the subframe to the firewall.

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-troy

[tones2SS]

Very nice Troy. The firewall looks good.

[FrankZ]

Help me out here....What's with the vents in the firewall?

[BBT FAB]

Help me out here....What's with the vents in the firewall?

The subframe pieces are just accent peices to cover up the holes. The peice on the passenger side is where the a/c bulkhead will come through and the holes are just accents as well they arent actually vents they are capped on the back side.

[conekiller13]

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I like the license plate......:lol:

[BBT FAB]

I like the license plate......:lol:

Ha ha so does the owner he is originally frome Oregon about 50 miles from where the car was found.

[T_Raven]

Nice progress so far. The rendering is pretty cool though I'm personally not totally in love with the hood or grill, but maybe they'll look better once fabbed up. It's at least cool to see someone doing something about the ugly front of a 69 lol.

[BBT FAB]

Got a pretty good start on the hood...

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-troy

[elitecustombody]

It's good to know that I'm not the only one who likes 67-68 front bumper on 69, I've been wanting to do this to my 69 Firebird eversince I got it,just a bit more agressive airdam. Great job so far:thumbsup:

[MSTSFabbed]

Nice! This thing is sick?

One question- whats the blue in the pic where its being sanded down? Dykem? Are you using is as a guide coat?

Thanks! Can't wait to see more!

[BBT FAB]

Nice! This thing is sick?

One question- whats the blue in the pic where its being sanded down? Dykem? Are you using is as a guide coat?

Thanks! Can't wait to see more!

Yes its Dykem to see all the highs and lows for hammer and dolley work.

-troy

[MSTSFabbed]

Ok cool! Thank you!

[waynieZ]

Great fab work! Awesome job on tucking the roll cage up in there. It all looks great.

[ModernMuseum]

This has actually been a thought. I will let you know what we come up with.

Thanks

Troy

Yes, please do. I'm very interested.

[BBT FAB]

Started the grille shell...

What do you think?

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-troy

[elitecustombody]

Looking good:thumbsup: Are going to finish the inside or just leave rolled edge?

[tones2SS]

That looks really good Troy. Nice work!
Keep us posted.:thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

Looking good:thumbsup: Are going to finish the inside or just leave rolled edge?

Its all going to being finished on the inside and go further back than the flat panel

[BBT FAB]

Got the headlights all mounted up and the grille shell finished!!

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There will be a hexagon mesh peice that will go in the grill opening and around the headlights....going to probably have it water jeted from .500 plastic so its like a modern day car mesh.
- troy

[War]

That's some very nice work Troy.

[Jimmy Sean]

Looks great! the best 69 front end I've seen so far. Are those Challenger headlights?

[tones2SS]

Very nice Troy. Looks great.:thumbsup:

[pacificustoms]

I love it! Looks great guys!

[conekiller13]

Looks real sharp!

[fleetus macmullitz]

Nice that your customer wants to take some styling risks. :thumbsup:

[Northeast Rod Run]

To me, the way that nose piece meets up with the front of the fenders, just makes the whole car. ALMOST doesn't even matter how the rest of the car comes out after seeing that

[BBT FAB]

got a few things done... shaved drip rails and cowl vents, finished mating valance to grill shell and built some air ducts.

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-troy

[tones2SS]

Awesome work guys. Looking good!:thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

Got our wheels...

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-troy

[BBT FAB]

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-troy

[dodge]

Damnnnn :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

:drool: :drool:
Looks sick already!:thumbsup:

[soundqdoug]

Troy & the boys are top notch! My car is going to Champaign soon!

[Fitz78ta]

this car is gonna be so cool. Love it so far, and that front end kicks ass.

[bonecrrusher]

What kind of front hub is that? It looks like the wheel attaches to a 5 bolt spindle with a giant nut - kind of ALMS racing style.... :cheers:

[olds87]

What kind of front hub is that? It looks like the wheel attaches to a 5 bolt spindle with a giant nut - kind of ALMS racing style.... :cheers:

The only place that I know of who makes it, is Forgeline. Here link to those hubs: http://www.forgeline.com/products/center-lock-wheels-and-center-lock-conversion

[WILWAXU]

Great looking build!:thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

Yes they are Forgeline ZX3P wheels with the center lock option.

-troy

[BBT FAB]

Started working on the front valance....

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-troy

[LanceL]

I've got a question from post #63? Did you guys make the piece completely that attaches under the nose or did you guys just make the fiberglass pieces that you inserted into it? That piece looks great on the nose!!

[fleetus macmullitz]

Troy,

On the home page of your website I saw one pic of what looks to be a 55-56 Ford. What's the story with that build?

[syborg tt]

Car looks awesome and I love the front end

ps Troy were you at Rad Rides last week

[BBT FAB]

I've got a question from post #63? Did you guys make the piece completely that attaches under the nose or did you guys just make the fiberglass pieces that you inserted into it? That piece looks great on the nose!!


The top 2-3 inches of that valance we made the lower is factory firebird.

[BBT FAB]

Troy,

On the home page of your website I saw one pic of what looks to be a 55-56 Ford. What's the story with that build?

What were you wanting to know about it? We did some chassis work on the car and some exterior metal work. Hoping it comes back this spring to finish up the metal work. The owner had to stop on it for a while due to personal issues.

-troy

[BBT FAB]

Car looks awesome and I love the front end

ps Troy were you at Rad Rides last week


I was not but Ross who works here with us was ( he does our upholstry and body and paint)

[tones2SS]

Looking great Troy. Great work.:thumbsup:

[fleetus macmullitz]

What were you wanting to know about it?
-troy

Thanks Troy.

Like the '69 Firebird you're building, those 55-56 Fords are great looking but sometimes overlooked cars.

What's the build style? What kind of handling capabilities are planned? What powertrain will be used?

[BBT FAB]

Thanks Troy.

Like the '69 Firebird you're building, those 55-56 Fords are great looking but sometimes overlooked cars.

What's the build style? What kind of handling capabilities are planned? What powertrain will be used?


Its going to be a classic styled car kind of an art deco theme. Its got a front suspension that we built in house using GM spindles. The rear is just a parrell four link with a watts setup. It has air ride. ford 302 with an AOD transmission.

-troy

[BBT FAB]

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-troy

[BBT FAB]

Started working on the fender vents...

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-troy

[DOOM]

Troy in post #39 where did you get the arbor for the cutoff wheel to go in your Matco die grinder?? I see you have a cut off wheel on your angle grinder.. I just went through your thread you have some mad metal skills! The cars going to be a stunner!!!:hail: Please keep the pictures comming..

[waynieZ]

Awesome fab work its looking great.

[GregWeld]

Troy in post #39 where did you get the arbor for the cutoff wheel to go in your Matco die grinder?? I see you have a cut off wheel on your angle grinder.. I just went through your thread you have some mad metal skills! The cars going to be a stunner!!!:hail: Please keep the pictures comming..

It's either post 24 or 85 that you're looking for Mario --- they're the two that show die grinders.....

Think you picked up the number of posts Troy had... which is 39...

I had nothing better to do this AM.... :rofl:

[GregWeld]

Troy --

Just have to comment.... :D

You're painter will just LOVE prepping those nice inside corners!:faint:

[BBT FAB]

Troy in post #39 where did you get the arbor for the cutoff wheel to go in your Matco die grinder?? I see you have a cut off wheel on your angle grinder.. I just went through your thread you have some mad metal skills! The cars going to be a stunner!!!:hail: Please keep the pictures comming..

I beileve I got that here locally from my supplier. Just a local guy that sells abrasives but you should be able to pick one up from any major supplier.

[Jay Hilliard]

Troy...awesome fab work. The roll cage fitment is unbelievable. This is going to be one sick fire chicken!:thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Looking awesome Troy. Great work.
I can't wait to see this bad boy complete.:thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01204.jpg
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-troy

[EBMC]

Very nice! Great out of the box design.:thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

Color me stupid....


Why did you fab up metalwork -- only to cover it with the fiberglass insert?

[KPC67]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01138.jpg
Where do I get foam like this??

[BBT FAB]

Color me stupid....


Why did you fab up metalwork -- only to cover it with the fiberglass insert?

It took me about 20 min to fit the metal peices for the mold. They were just tacked together. The final peice will be made out of carbon fiber not fiberglass so I wanted a really nice mold.

-troy

[BBT FAB]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01138.jpg
Where do I get foam like this??

http://www.uscomposites.com/foam.html

-troy

[GregWeld]

It took me about 20 min to fit the metal peices for the mold. They were just tacked together. The final peice will be made out of carbon fiber not fiberglass so I wanted a really nice mold.

-troy

Okay! Now that makes sense... even to an old idiot like me!
:thumbsup: :hail:

[NOPANTS68]

whew what a car. Man I dig about every aspect of this build. Nice job.

[BBT FAB]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01209.jpg
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-troy

[Skullcandy]

So good looking!

AND

Metal working skills are top notch!

[Tony Arnold]

when you made those carbon vent molds, did you use a gel coat over the fiberglass to get a smooth finish?

[BBT FAB]

when you made those carbon vent molds, did you use a gel coat over the fiberglass to get a smooth finish?

No they are just body worked smooth. They are in primer now but once we are ready to send everything out it will all get blocked down painted and cleared so the end product is as nice as possible

[tones2SS]

Great work guys. This car is going to look killer.:yes:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Troy, its way past feeding time for the pic monster known as :lateral:




:D

[BBT FAB]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01238.jpg
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-troy

[BBT FAB]

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-troy

[LanceL]

Wow, this looks great. Which you have heard a 100 times already. How did you get the indentions from the cardboard to metal and then into the core support? Did you cut out the hole from the template and then weld the other pieces in? Sorry for probably an easy answer to a dumb just learning fabricator!

[DOOM]

Troy ....... Love the details its awsome!!!!

[fleetus macmullitz]

Troy ....... Love the details its awsome!!!!

You never disappoint Troy! :D

[BBT FAB]

Wow, this looks great. Which you have heard a 100 times already. How did you get the indentions from the cardboard to metal and then into the core support? Did you cut out the hole from the template and then weld the other pieces in? Sorry for probably an easy answer to a dumb just learning fabricator!

I cut out the holes the same shape of the cardboard in the core support. I also cut a peice of 1/4 plate the same shape. I then hammerd 20g around the plate as it were buck trimmed the edges to fit and tig welded it in.

-troy

[tones2SS]

Amazing work Troy. Very nice.

[BBT FAB]

got everything on the rear end finished but the exhaust cut outs...

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01266.jpg
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-troy

[radrambler]

BBT

Thanks for posting.. Wondered what was going on with this car :thumbsup:

Tom

[coolwelder62]

WOW!! Very,Very,nice.:thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01278.jpg
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-troy

[Ron in SoCal]

That is sick Troy. I'm a huge fan...:hail:

[clu269]

I love all the work that you have done so far especially the roll cage. How are you going to install head liner and panels with the cage tucked so tight?

Clu

[ModernMuseum]

This thing is looking awesome and is at the top of my radar. Looks like you guys are trying to give the ol' Ring Bro's a run for their money :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Very, very nice Troy. Looks killer.

[MODO Innovations]

Extremely nice fab work. The nose is killer...but what isn't on this build. :hail:

[BBT FAB]

Finished the spoiler and gapping the deck lid this week and got the rear diffuser panel ready to be sent off to carbon fiber...

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01283.jpg
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-troy

[elitecustombody]

looking good:thumbsup:

[coolwelder62]

Just keep's getting better.Very nice work.:thumbsup: Scott

[radrambler]

Just keep's getting better.Very nice work.:thumbsup: Scott

x2....

Tom

[fleetus macmullitz]

Really like the rear mods. :cool:

[mrgm]

that is some cool stuff there. I love the metal work!!!!! What are your gaps before and after paint?

[tones2SS]

That is looking great. Love that rear valence.:yes:

[frankv11]

that rear end work is bad ass. ( dammmmm it !!!!! )
hope to hit the lotto so I can send you my car.

[ModernMuseum]

Looking pretty slick. Keep us updated.

[scottysimp7]

That spoiler is mean! Great fab work. Just another form of art.:D

[Flash68]

that's a near perfect rear view if I do say so myself! :thumbsup:

[MattWash08]

that's a near perfect rear view if I do say so myself! :thumbsup:

Agreed! :thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

I'm thinking Mario & I need to do a Road Trip to come down and see your shop

[BBT FAB]

I'm thinking Mario & I need to do a Road Trip to come down and see your shop

Come on down its a short trip!

[BBT FAB]

Finished up the rear end of thecar today for the most part....

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01323.jpg
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-troy

[GregWeld]

Nice Troy!

[tones2SS]

Very nice Troy. Great work.

[skatinjay27]

let me just say... "thats Fu**ing amazing!!!:D

[Ron in SoCal]

Finished up the rear end of thecar today for the most part....

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01323.jpg
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-troy

Thats money Troy. I love the work you do....:thumbsup:

[56pickup]

Just amazing! the whole car is just playin sick! :thumbsup:

on your website homepage i saw a 55 or 56 ford but didnt see anymore pictures of it? i would love to see some more pictures!

[waynieZ]

Awesome work! I love it.

[BBT FAB]

Just amazing! the whole car is just playin sick! :thumbsup:

on your website homepage i saw a 55 or 56 ford but didnt see anymore pictures of it? i would love to see some more pictures!

Yes you did!! For some reason people always ask to see more pics of that car haha.... Ill see what I can slavage up....The car will be back in the shop next month for more work so Ill for sure have some good ones then!

-troy

[mrgm]

lovely :yes:

[GrabberGT]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01337.jpg



I'd hit that. :unibrow:

[syborg tt]

Troy - looks great.

Can't wait to see it in person.

[56pickup]

Yes you did!! For some reason people always ask to see more pics of that car haha.... Ill see what I can slavage up....The car will be back in the shop next month for more work so Ill for sure have some good ones then!

-troy

sounds good troy, cant wait to see them!

We are building a 55 customline right now was the only reason i asked! ;)

wish you were closer to the border so we could run down and check it out

[tones2SS]

Great work Troy.

[BBT FAB]

the engine fianlly showed up and we got her sitting in the car and started working on the trans crossmember. also extended the fenders and cowl up to the windsheild and started gapping the doors and fenders...

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-troy

[Spiffav8]

How in the heck have I missed this thread till know? :rolleyes:

Amazing work! Very, Very cool project. :faint:

[67zo6Camaro]

Troy your shop is producing some amazing work with excellent finish and crafsmanship.

Keep up the work and the photos.

Thanks

[BBT FAB]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01368.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01369.jpg-troy

[Cris@JCG]

Outstanding fabrication work you guys are doing their!

[tones2SS]

Great stuff. That trans crossmember looks killer.

[badbu68]

Wow, didn't know such a nice shop was so close! Would love to stop by and check out your work.

[BBT FAB]

Wow, didn't know such a nice shop was so close! Would love to stop by and check out your work.

Come on by and check out whats going on...where are you from?

troy

[badbu68]

Come on by and check out whats going on...where are you from?

troy

I'm in Bloomington/Normal, I was just down there for a friend's wedding this weekend.

[68RS350]

Wow I didnt know there were a couple lateral-g members so close to me either! I'm in washington IL and my parents live in bloomington and im always over there.

BBT Fab do you happen to know Aaron Grote?

[BBT FAB]

Wow I didnt know there were a couple lateral-g members so close to me either! I'm in washington IL and my parents live in bloomington and im always over there.

BBT Fab do you happen to know Aaron Grote?

yep sure do

[BBT FAB]

Well its 10pm on a saturday night and I am still at the shop waiting for paint to dry trying to finish up one of my personal projects so I thought id update this thread with some new pics...
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01370.jpg
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http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01397.jpg

-troy

[56pickup]

Floor is looking great!


Did you have a chance to get some pictures of that 56 ford?

[kovert]

Wow !!!! Your the man !! I own a shop I know the work that goes into this stuff great job keep it goin!!! Killer metal work

[tones2SS]

Great job on the floor. Keep us posted.

[BBT FAB]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01398.jpg

-troy

[Al Moreno]

Dang, that's going to nice.... I can't wait to see the finish product. Thanks for posting... keep them coming :thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

Wow Troy - you are a metal master! Mario's gonna be lovin it when his turn comes up...:thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Wow, very nice Troy. Great work.

[Fitz78ta]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01398.jpg

-troy


WOW.......

[OneZero1]

Well its 10pm on a saturday night and I am still at the shop waiting for paint to dry trying to finish up one of my personal projects so I thought id update this thread with some new pics...
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01370.jpg
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01371.jpg
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http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01397.jpg

-troy

Very nice work! :thumbsup:

[frankv11]

amaizing work I especially love the rear sheet metal fabrication , those exhaust ports are on point.
very different but in good taste.

how many man hours went in to the ports?

[BBT FAB]

Its been a while since Ive updated so i guess no better time then now. Ive been working on the engine bay....

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/298768_10150262496792051_271188637050_8208608_7912 948_n.jpg
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-troy

[MSTSFabbed]

This has gotta be the nicest Firebird ever built....

[Al Moreno]

This has gotta be the nicest Firebird ever built....

IN the UNIVERSE! :D

[intocarss]

Fricking amazing

[tones2SS]

Wow, this is nasty looking. Great job Troy!
I love the engine bay.

[coolwelder62]

Very Nice,Outstanding.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Sidster]

Troy is the architect on our 2nd project (Encore) and I have to say Troy is one of the most talented individuals I have ever met. I am enclosing an URL of the 1st project we work on. After seeing the 30 ford roadster he mastered, you will clearly see that Troy has a future in this industry.

http://notstockphotography.smugmug.com/Cars/BBT-Roadster/15220456_sBadD#1138761438_Tgo75

Sid Tracy

[NOPANTS68]

I really like those little details like those shields on the intake system. Very trick.

[TNH]

Beautiful project.
I love what you have done with it, especially the front end. I have a '69 Firebird myself, and I have always felt there was something a little 'off' about the front end. I can't wait to see this one finished.

[BBT FAB]

Finally getting time to update.... Been really busy with other projects and in the process of getting my upholstery shop up and running so there hasnt been much time to update pics so here you go

finished to stainless exhuast with borla mufflers
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC01528.jpg
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We wanted a cago area to house a jack, lug wrenchs and a few tools..
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-troy

[tones2SS]

Amazing work Troy. Very nice.

[xtreme]

That is really awesome

[hellrace]

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f255/deaf21/funny/gif-1.gif

[coolwelder62]

Very cool.:thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

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-troy

[Sonar Chief]

WOW!!! :hail: Just caught up with this build. That is one incredible car, you are a master of metal!!
Very nice work!!!

[Al Moreno]

Mad skills!:hail:

[MODO Innovations]

Very nice.

[GoolsbyCustoms]

This is one I can't wait to see in person, looking foward to it

[coolwelder62]

Outstanding.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Nice work! Awesome job.

[tones2SS]

Great updates. You do great work.

[DriverzInc]

Great looking project, nice work!

[firebirddady69]

can you make a custom bolt on for my 69 bird? hu..hu.. hu..:unibrow:
love that front end!

[BBT FAB]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/400792_10150481034447051_271188637050_9272842_1637 90854_n.jpg
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-troy

[GregWeld]

Nice work Troy -- there's a lot of THOUGHT in that dash.... ya just don't crank that out in an hour or two!

[BBT FAB]

Nice work Troy -- there's a lot of THOUGHT in that dash.... ya just don't crank that out in an hour or two!

yeah tell me about it...Ive got about 60 hours in it right now and its still a ways from finished!

Thanks

[tones2SS]

Amazing work Troy. 60 hours and still not done on the dash. Now that, is some serious metal work!

[GrabberGT]

yeah tell me about it...Ive got about 60 hours in it right now and its still a ways from finished!

Thanks

Been curious about this for a while... Is the customer generally charged for those 60 hrs on projects of this caliber?

[BBT FAB]

Been curious about this for a while... Is the customer generally charged for those 60 hrs on projects of this caliber?

We tend to be pretty efficent when it comes to time but obviously I get pretty generous with hours on something that requires alot of time to have the end product that we want!!!

[Kendall Burleson]

killer job well done:yes: :yes: :yes:

[Swain]

Very nice work. Can't wait to see more pics...

[firebirddady69]

wow!!!! did I mention I love that front end.:hail:

[BBT FAB]

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC_0103.jpg
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-troy

[syborg tt]

Looks Awesome !!!

[tones2SS]

Now that,....is some craftsmanship! :yes:
Great job Troy.

[crazycarguy22]

Killer work, can't wait to see more!

[Ricochet]

WOW!! Great work! Just purged through all 20 pages! :hail: Attenetion to detail is spot on.

[DOOM]

The car has a ton of detail!:faint:

[waynieZ]

Wow I love to see this stuff! Very Nice.

[dug]

this car is nothing short of amazing. Very nice detail. I really want to see how this dash turns out.

IF only I had half of your metal fab skillz.

[BBT FAB]

Quick update:

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/troygudgel/Encore/DSC_0120.jpg
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-troy

[intocarss]

Insane!

[DOOM]

Hey do you have any info on that Camaro in picture #5? It sure looks bad azz from what I can see.....:_paranoid

[tones2SS]

Awesome work Troy.

[coolwelder62]

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Rhino]

I can't believe I've missed this build until now. This is the meanest looking bird I've seen to date. It's definitely a favorite! :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

And I was worrying how aftermarket factory style interior would fit in my car. lol Awesome fab work! they look killer...

[Kendall Burleson]

good job on the fab work guys:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[BBT FAB]

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-troy

[coolwelder62]

Outstanding Fab work.Panel's and Package trey are a nice touch.:thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Looking good Troy.

[nvr2fst]

Very nice fabrication and creativity going on down there. Keep it up!
I foresee your shop to be definitely on a list of where to go for fab work in the midwest. And around here (WI/ILL.) that list is pretty small:thumbsup:

[DOOM]

The metal work is incredible on this car ! :wow:

[Al Moreno]

The metal work is incredible on this car ! :wow:
X 100!!!!!!!!!

[elitecustombody]

The metal work is incredible on this car ! :wow:

ditto.

amazing build

[fleetus macmullitz]

Troy,

I'd guess that steel volunteers to be beat on by you. :cool:

[waynieZ]

Awesome fab work..

[MSTSFabbed]

Unbelievable... Alright help me understand if you don't mind- Youre interior panels/package tray and maybe dash too(?) are aluminum, I'm gonna guess 3003-H6? If you get a chance do you mind showing a picture of the back side of your door panels?? I'm curious if you butt weld all those panel edges or lap weld them?

When you do your insets like on the trunk floor, are you using a flange die or a buck and blunt chisel? I keep warping the tar out panels with a flange die...I'm sorry I don't mean to pry on trade secrets or anything, you just obviously know what youre doing haha!

Youre work is frickin amazing! Can't wait to see more! :willy:

[BBT FAB]

Unbelievable... Alright help me understand if you don't mind- Youre interior panels/package tray and maybe dash too(?) are aluminum, I'm gonna guess 3003-H6? If you get a chance do you mind showing a picture of the back side of your door panels?? I'm curious if you butt weld all those panel edges or lap weld them?

When you do your insets like on the trunk floor, are you using a flange die or a buck and blunt chisel? I keep warping the tar out panels with a flange die...I'm sorry I don't mean to pry on trade secrets or anything, you just obviously know what youre doing haha!

Youre work is frickin amazing! Can't wait to see more! :willy:

Yes all the interior panels are 3003 aluminum. Everything is butt welded no lap welding. Once we have the front all welded we weld the back side of all the seams as well. This allows all the finish work to be done (hammering and sanding the welded areas flat) with out any cracks in the weld.

As far as the offset inserts go we used a step die in our pullmax machine to acheive this. I will post pics of both once I am back at work.

-troy

[Rick D]

Yes all the interior panels are 3003 aluminum. Everything is butt welded no lap welding. Once we have the front all welded we weld the back side of all the seams as well. This allows all the finish work to be done (hammering and sanding the welded areas flat) with out any cracks in the weld.

As far as the offset inserts go we used a step die in our pullmax machine to acheive this. I will post pics of both once I am back at work.

-troy

Man you guys have a Pullmax :hail: :hail: :thumbsup: Nice!

[syborg tt]

Man you guys have a Pullmax :hail: :hail: :thumbsup: Nice!

he should have mention the Pull max used to be at Rad Rides.

[Rick D]

he should have mention the Pull max used to be at Rad Rides.

Let me guess this one wasn't big enough for Troy??:wow:

[MSTSFabbed]

Ooooooohhh ok that all makes more sense. Dang that is alot of welding time if youre doing both sides, but that makes good sense. Explains some of the cracking issues I've had. Ah, yeah a Pullmax would make some quick work of that haha. Sweet!

What thickness Al and steel do you typically work with? I'm guessing like 0.030'' AL and about 20-20ga steel?

Thanks for the insight!! :cheers:

[BBT FAB]

Small update:

Finished out the under side and still building interior panels
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-troy

[elitecustombody]

Nice work as usual. Troy, I was wondering if you make upper control arm for Trailblazer SS, I saw on your website that you offer Colorado arms.

[214Chevy]

Man you guys have a Pullmax :hail: :hail: :thumbsup: Nice!

X2!!:yes: :yes: Didn't even know what a Pullmax was and Googled it and from what I saw, it is a fine piece of equipment to have. :cheering:

[BBT FAB]

working on the headliner...

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-troy

[garickman]

I see a SMOTY in the future. Your ideas and fabrication skills are 2nd to none. The amount of talent that is working on this car is beyond words. Absolutely incredible.:hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail:

[Al Moreno]

I see a SMOTY in the future. Your ideas and fabrication skills are 2nd to none. The amount of talent that is working on this car is beyond words. Absolutely incredible.:hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail:


Garickman, well put! I could have said it better myself. Simply amazing, I will see you five hails and raise you one, LOL. :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail:

[Musclerodz]

It is more impressive in person. Good seeing you again Troy.

[Fitz78ta]

Okay, Okay we get it, your a badass, NOW STOP SHOWING OFF J/K

I love watching this thread, work is 2nd to none. And I will continue the all hail
:hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail:

[EBMC]

Awesome metalwork guys! very impressive.:thumbsup: Good to meet you in Columbus.

[syborg tt]

My Thoughts

Skip Sema - and freak people out with a Finished car at Columbus next year

[Lenie]

Them's some mad skills you got there:thumbsup: Beautiful metal work.

[On Fire]

Probably the greatest "build thread" my eyes have ever gazed upon! :wow:

[preston]

Yeah, amazing work hiding the cage and making it all flow.

[Al Moreno]

Updates Pleeeeeeeease :D