This Lotus will be unrivaled. It’ll be better than any other Esprit in the world. All the incredible fab work with the chassis pretty much IMPROVED upon the original in every single way. This is awesome.
Wonderful content, excellent music and fantastic editing and commentary. My new favourite channel alongside M539 Restorations. Binged on all previous episodes and sit patiently waiting for the latest update. Hi from New Zealand.
If you like the two, watch Jethro Bronner repair 105 series Alfa Romeos. I think you'll like it, he doesn't put out that much, that's why the algorithm tends to ignore his stuff, but it's excellent.
This is just a thankyou for the video production work, which is engaging and very high quality. Even filming a computer screen without the flicker is a trick👍🇦🇺
I was impressed with Ronald's restoration of the Fiero & the GPZ. considering he isn't an automotive channel.. ... Quite an inventive problem solver like George .
According to Al from The Skid Factory (aka Turbo Yoda) purge welding stainless is absolutely essential when you're doing food grade stuff, but a waste of time for automotive applications. He does do it from time to time purely for aesthetics. That being said.... this is THE Lotus build on the internet and doing everything 10% better than "by the book" is satisfying to watch, so I'm of the conviction that there's no kill like overkill and if it's worth doing it's worth overdoing! This car is going to be your pride and joy much more than any of your more utilitarian project cars. This is the special one. The "second missus" if there was a first one. This is the car that, when done, will have challenged you to go from "a practical mechanic" to "a car restauration master". Can't wait to follow the process. Hope to see you soon.
I was shown around some non purged food grade stuff by the guys at Delvo, I couldn’t believe the finish. Another commenter said they’d run a suite of analysis and tests and found that purged gained no more than 15% strength over no purged. It’s all very intriguing. I’m still looking for FEA help, but like you mean, I’d rather have the 15% than not ;)
@@soupclassicmotoringAbsolutely impressed with your skills development.. Teach yourself FEA and you'll get an honorary degree from your local college. Rusty mild steel was still strong enough so shiny brand new stainless will be more than adequate. Original trailing arms would have been put through strenuous rig testing and track testing on finished vehicles way more strenuous than you'll ever put it through. All power to your elbow ignore the nay sayers.
Stainless is prone to fatigue / stress cracking. So you will have to keep a close eye on it. Also, you will need to get the stainless welds de-hydrogen embrittled. This will help with the cracking. Talk to your local hot rod club as when we do this for suspension control arms, etc, we have to do this. Awsome videos and keep up the good work. NB. 304 stainless is for structural use. 316 more for architectural use.
@@ALINUED Stainless Steel is not the "be all to end all" of metals. It has its place and automotive suspension systems is not that place. If you noticed, the original part is made of mild steel and is perfectly fine and has driven a few million miles on the vehicles without issue. When you talk about 'strength' , what is the strength that is needed? When it's in use on the vehicle, it does not twist, so torsional strength is not required. What forces are acting on it? Compression and tension. Over the length of the part, even these will have very few issues, there will be almost zero deformation of the part in compression or tension. Mild steel is very forgiving in this situation and the small deformations will be easily absorbed. Stainless Steel on the other hand does not like being changed and will be fatigued from this. If you want to strengthen the part, the only one I have ever seen or heard of fail, is the chassis mounting bolt at the front of the strut. It's about 5/8" necked down to about 3/8". There have been failures at that point. The original suspension link is more than adequate for its purpose here and the perceived idea that it will be stronger and make the vehicle handle better or whatever, is nonsense. Not one automotive manufacturer on the planet uses stainless steel for suspension components because it simply is not a suitable material for it.
@V iking: Your statement: "316 more for architectural use" is at the very least questionable. Without getting into detailed specifics, mild steel has a yield strength of 240-250MPa. Grade 316 Stainless Steel has a similar yield strength (circa 250MPa), so it would be my choice if I was replacing the trailing arms in question without any accompanying engineering analysis. Grade 316 L (low carbon type that is commonly used for the construction of boilers/pressure vessels that contain high temperature 'acidic contents') has an improved fatigue strength at a modest expense to its yield strength - so is also a good option - but more expensive than 316. Grade 304 Stainless Steel has a yield strength of circa 205MPa - so if used to create an exact dimensional copy of the mild steel version, the trailing arm would be "weaker" and less durable due to its reduced fatigue strength when compared to mild steel. However, if the appropriate 'engineering analysis' is conducted - then SS 304 could be adopted by using a modest increase in material thickness or a change to the trailing arm's shape or construction. Needless to say, an engineering analysis (i.e. load analysis and mathematical modelling, using Finite Element models) would be expensive to perform and would be overkill for 'this Lotus project'.
Jeez George! That’s taking the channel to a whole new level. I can only be impressed by your levels of dedication to the cause and willingness to learn new skills and not give up. A great inspiration for sure and quality YT content. Thanks
Excellent work George ,I watched your videos many many Years back..I hope you finish your project to see how it goes before I leave this world. Cheers mate.
Wow! Your craftsmanship and ability to come up with solutions to insure components meet exacting tolerances is so impressive! Making the suspension arms out of SS is inspired, you'll never have to worry about them rusting out! I like it! I feel like such an idiot attempting to locate a simple 8' x 5/8' replacement axle for my f'ing wheelbarrow, (they want $25 for one with shipping...) especially after getting to witness your skills on YT. Since I've discovered your channel, I've gone back and viewed your past videos, (Along with hitting the like...) because it's such a great, (& humbling) education. Thank you so much for the outstanding content. You're creativity is superb! It's as fun as those Blokes from Shropshire building that toy, 4x4 Mini rally car! All the best, Mo-
George my friend, that was absolutely fantastic to watch! who'd have thought that building a jig like that would be so engrossing to watch. Can't wait to see them in the car ;) Cheers pal
Have to say thank you for the wonderful wonderful videos. Right now drink my loose leaf tea with a smile on your progress. Your videos are a great way to start my day and brings a smile to my face. Thank your sharing and great work
i swear to god, these videos are to short hah. i could watch this for HOURS dude... i mean, i never get so excited to see a video pop into my feed like a soup classic. its just so entreating to see what you are going to tackle next and what your solution to that issue is. that jig is amazing btw
weld a couple of pieces together , then get a big hammer or a pry bar and spend a few hours trying to get them apart. That will tell you about '' hydrogen embrittlement'' !
Go to the engineering section of your local university and ask... internet experts are just that. Most engineers can't be shut up about their specialist topics 🙃
Another wonderful piece of video art. The effort you go to to make a perfect piece of metal work for the Lotus is matched by the effort that must go in to making this video.
The jig is up! With all the chatter about pros and cons of material use perhaps it would be prudent to "knock out" some arms in regular mild steel as you've already got your mind wrapped around the approach at this stage. Lovin' it brother!
So glad you brought up the materials issue, its been on my mind since the last episode. For what its worth, the condition of the original CS radius arms, and noting the absence of any fatiguestress cracking around the mounting points, I would say SS is not the solution, like for like is a better solution plus a great powder coat job if need be. Or, just don't throw out the CS units, just saying 😎 Half the viewers wouldnt get 08:14mins, love it, love the jig, very smart. Great work regardless George, best wishes from South Oz
weld a couple of pieces together , then get a big hammer or a pry bar and spend a few hours trying to get them apart. That will tell you about '' hydrogen embrittlement'' !
I don’t know how you keep motivated given your he length of time yrs in this case that this project has been lying around I would have to get a few people around just to get me through it’s only a car!
Impressive fabrication there, George! Knowing someone who can give you access, (& the odd pointer!), to the right equipment is a boon. Progress is being made, and although few people will see those parts, *_you_* will know they are there & know you did the best you could to restore it to better than new.
I know you don't see it that way, but you are living the dream, being able to restore something in a (working)space. I can't even find a proper living space, let alone work on my cars or store them. I've been on the hunt for an affordable space now for 3 years. I really enjoy the videos and all the luck with the rest of the build :)
I check myself every no an again when the situation gets on my nerves… I’m thankful to be able to keep working. Good luck with the search, it’ll work out eventually 🤞🏼
Stunningly beautiful work. The skills you’ve acquired over the last few years are coming to their fore now. This Esprit will be outstanding. Looking forward to the finished product.
Not sure why you are using SS, but you are doing an excellent job. Been watching you for years and the content and your skills improve each video. Keep up the good work.
George, I can see why you want to fabricate new radios arms they look pretty crappy inside. Love the jig top idea to get everything fixed and aligned. Cheers Dave
Amazing work. However, as you have got all your templates and jigs for the SS at hand, I recommend you make yourself a set of CS parts. I agree with the others SS has its place, but not for the suspension parts in the Lotus.
This Lotus will be unrivaled. It’ll be better than any other Esprit in the world. All the incredible fab work with the chassis pretty much IMPROVED upon the original in every single way. This is awesome.
Wonderful content, excellent music and fantastic editing and commentary. My new favourite channel alongside M539 Restorations. Binged on all previous episodes and sit patiently waiting for the latest update. Hi from New Zealand.
Also my two favourites 😊
Yes, mine too! Amazing work and attention yo detail.
YES when I discovered this channel a few years back, I HAD to binge it all. I still occasionally go back to view the epic Range Rover episode!
@@dan725 funny you should say that, I was just thinking that I might re-watch that episode too - 1 and half hours of delightful relaxation.😊
If you like the two, watch Jethro Bronner repair 105 series Alfa Romeos.
I think you'll like it,
he doesn't put out that much, that's why the algorithm tends to ignore his stuff, but it's excellent.
Now that's an Irish jig 😉
My wife is as interested in cars as I am in different brands of nail polish. But I showed her these videos and she was amazed.
This is by far my favorite build series on RUclips right now, including my own.
DUDE. I could have watched you do this all afternoon…. Very smooth. Excited for the reconstruction!
Best auto film maker on YT, in fact getting better...
This is just a thankyou for the video production work, which is engaging and very high quality. Even filming a computer screen without the flicker is a trick👍🇦🇺
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Love the old rotary telephone reference at 8:04. Class in a glass, as always. Thank you sir!
Soup AND a new Ronald Finger video both in one evening, that’s living!
I was impressed with Ronald's restoration of the Fiero & the GPZ. considering he isn't an automotive channel..
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Quite an inventive problem solver like George .
According to Al from The Skid Factory (aka Turbo Yoda) purge welding stainless is absolutely essential when you're doing food grade stuff, but a waste of time for automotive applications. He does do it from time to time purely for aesthetics. That being said.... this is THE Lotus build on the internet and doing everything 10% better than "by the book" is satisfying to watch, so I'm of the conviction that there's no kill like overkill and if it's worth doing it's worth overdoing! This car is going to be your pride and joy much more than any of your more utilitarian project cars. This is the special one. The "second missus" if there was a first one. This is the car that, when done, will have challenged you to go from "a practical mechanic" to "a car restauration master". Can't wait to follow the process. Hope to see you soon.
I was shown around some non purged food grade stuff by the guys at Delvo, I couldn’t believe the finish. Another commenter said they’d run a suite of analysis and tests and found that purged gained no more than 15% strength over no purged. It’s all very intriguing. I’m still looking for FEA help, but like you mean, I’d rather have the 15% than not ;)
@@soupclassicmotoringAbsolutely impressed with your skills development.. Teach yourself FEA and you'll get an honorary degree from your local college. Rusty mild steel was still strong enough so shiny brand new stainless will be more than adequate. Original trailing arms would have been put through strenuous rig testing and track testing on finished vehicles way more strenuous than you'll ever put it through. All power to your elbow ignore the nay sayers.
That sync with the music @9:47 *chef's kiss!
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Interesting solutions to a part that needs to be pretty much perfect!
Good work George 👍
Love the care you’re taking over this. It’s a pleasure to watch.
Stainless is prone to fatigue / stress cracking.
So you will have to keep a close eye on it.
Also, you will need to get the stainless welds de-hydrogen embrittled. This will help with the cracking.
Talk to your local hot rod club as when we do this for suspension control arms, etc, we have to do this.
Awsome videos and keep up the good work.
NB. 304 stainless is for structural use.
316 more for architectural use.
I agree. The only good thing about using stainless steel for this purpose is that it sounds good to say it. Otherwise it's not a good idea.
@@bobolulu7615 so its better to not use stainless in order to want something more stronger right?
@@ALINUED Stainless Steel is not the "be all to end all" of metals. It has its place and automotive suspension systems is not that place. If you noticed, the original part is made of mild steel and is perfectly fine and has driven a few million miles on the vehicles without issue. When you talk about 'strength' , what is the strength that is needed? When it's in use on the vehicle, it does not twist, so torsional strength is not required. What forces are acting on it? Compression and tension. Over the length of the part, even these will have very few issues, there will be almost zero deformation of the part in compression or tension. Mild steel is very forgiving in this situation and the small deformations will be easily absorbed. Stainless Steel on the other hand does not like being changed and will be fatigued from this. If you want to strengthen the part, the only one I have ever seen or heard of fail, is the chassis mounting bolt at the front of the strut. It's about 5/8" necked down to about 3/8". There have been failures at that point. The original suspension link is more than adequate for its purpose here and the perceived idea that it will be stronger and make the vehicle handle better or whatever, is nonsense. Not one automotive manufacturer on the planet uses stainless steel for suspension components because it simply is not a suitable material for it.
@V iking: Your statement: "316 more for architectural use" is at the very least questionable. Without getting into detailed specifics, mild steel has a yield strength of 240-250MPa. Grade 316 Stainless Steel has a similar yield strength (circa 250MPa), so it would be my choice if I was replacing the trailing arms in question without any accompanying engineering analysis. Grade 316 L (low carbon type that is commonly used for the construction of boilers/pressure vessels that contain high temperature 'acidic contents') has an improved fatigue strength at a modest expense to its yield strength - so is also a good option - but more expensive than 316.
Grade 304 Stainless Steel has a yield strength of circa 205MPa - so if used to create an exact dimensional copy of the mild steel version, the trailing arm would be "weaker" and less durable due to its reduced fatigue strength when compared to mild steel. However, if the appropriate 'engineering analysis' is conducted - then SS 304 could be adopted by using a modest increase in material thickness or a change to the trailing arm's shape or construction. Needless to say, an engineering analysis (i.e. load analysis and mathematical modelling, using Finite Element models) would be expensive to perform and would be overkill for 'this Lotus project'.
@@ALINUED stainless is brittle, mild steel is flexible
Jeez George! That’s taking the channel to a whole new level. I can only be impressed by your levels of dedication to the cause and willingness to learn new skills and not give up. A great inspiration for sure and quality YT content. Thanks
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Excellent work George ,I watched your videos many many Years back..I hope you finish your project to see how it goes before I leave this world. Cheers mate.
This shit simply frickin rocks 11 ways to Sunday
Wow!
Your craftsmanship and ability to come up with solutions to insure components meet exacting tolerances is so impressive! Making the suspension arms out of SS is inspired, you'll never have to worry about them rusting out! I like it!
I feel like such an idiot attempting to locate a simple 8' x 5/8' replacement axle for my f'ing wheelbarrow, (they want $25 for one with shipping...) especially after getting to witness your skills on YT.
Since I've discovered your channel, I've gone back and viewed your past videos, (Along with hitting the like...) because it's such a great, (& humbling) education.
Thank you so much for the outstanding content. You're creativity is superb! It's as fun as those Blokes from Shropshire building that toy, 4x4 Mini rally car!
All the best,
Mo-
George my friend, that was absolutely fantastic to watch! who'd have thought that building a jig like that would be so engrossing to watch. Can't wait to see them in the car ;) Cheers pal
…and all made possible by welding 😉❤️ thanks dude
Have to say thank you for the wonderful wonderful videos. Right now drink my loose leaf tea with a smile on your progress. Your videos are a great way to start my day and brings a smile to my face.
Thank your sharing and great work
That’s proper tea! Thanks
Great music in this episode!
Wow, unbelievable fabrication!
That's a beautiful piece of engineering you've created. If I had a cap, I would doff it to you sir. 😎
Make your own Lotus radius arms in the shed??? blown away mate! Another awesome video, thanks! 👍
Probably no different to the originals 😆
Woah woah, easy there horse! 😅
As someone who got an A in Metalwork at school I'm very impressed!
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All the jigs you've done for this project - superb thinking ahead.
Oooohhh sooo there! That's telling us 😂😂😂 we only have your best interests at heart as your such a lovable guy! 😂
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Wow!! Stunning work George! Can’t wait for next time!
I really, really, really love your videos. Congrats from the north of Portugal.
Fantastic work!
Incredible engineering and the media is top quality. Great work 🙌🏼
I like the way you think
Great bit of fabrication
Extremely impressive George, your ingenuity is broadening by the day. Well done
Love that user pic! See you soon
Again, enjoyed every frame of this...
Wow, classic Soup Motoring content and film style! So beautifully done George!
Cheers Michael
Fabulous work.. my favourite car
I LEARN SO MUCH HERE!
10/10 🤣
Awesome work 😊
Clearly an artist and a b****y genius! Thank you, as always, for sharing.
Still not entirely sure about making them in stainless.....but good progress and they'll look great either way 😁
That car never had parts that accurately made when it was new!
Dunno, I’m appreciating the efficiency of design the more I work on it
This is my dream car , your vlogs are awesome and your skills.
Mesmerising!
Number 231. been waiting to see the next step!
Sir, you are amazing. One of the most enjoyable builds on RUclips. Bravo
Slowburn but addictive. Look forward to the next phase ;-)
i swear to god, these videos are to short hah. i could watch this for HOURS dude... i mean, i never get so excited to see a video pop into my feed like a soup classic. its just so entreating to see what you are going to tackle next and what your solution to that issue is. that jig is amazing btw
I eat your videos like candy , thank you very much great work
A discussion about the suitability of stainless steel would be interesting. Great work as usual George.
The trick is finding someone with reliable definitive knowledge to have the conversation with 🤷🏻♂️
weld a couple of pieces together , then get a big hammer or a pry bar and spend a few hours trying to get them apart. That will tell you about '' hydrogen embrittlement'' !
Go to the engineering section of your local university and ask... internet experts are just that.
Most engineers can't be shut up about their specialist topics 🙃
Good shout. So much learned already, especially about ‘forum knowledge’ and it’s pitfalls
A fab bit of fab fab. Fab 👍
Another wonderful piece of video art. The effort you go to to make a perfect piece of metal work for the Lotus is matched by the effort that must go in to making this video.
Thanks Andrew 🙂
You're doing a fantastic job.
tje jig itself is absolute art such impressive attention to detail
Loving the new arms so far 👍👍
The Lotus build is next level. Great work !
Every video a work of art……..
Impressive, such a joy to watch. Thanks George
Thanks man, thanks for being here
I never miss an episode. Outstanding work!
Cheers, CCCN
Without doubt my favourite you tube channel ❤
Great job George.
damn.. welp this will be long journey to finish this Lotus lol. More contents to watch in future.
nice work. ive been a welder fabricator for 40 years. wish i had a project like that.
The jig is up! With all the chatter about pros and cons of material use perhaps it would be prudent to "knock out" some arms in regular mild steel as you've already got your mind wrapped around the approach at this stage. Lovin' it brother!
Yeah I might well end up going back to standard, we’ll find some answers eventually
Wouldn't cost much to galvanise them.
Beautiful work, as always George - both the video production and the parts!
As always classy, sharp n fun
Impressive as always!
So glad you brought up the materials issue, its been on my mind since the last episode. For what its worth, the condition of the original CS radius arms, and noting the absence of any fatiguestress cracking around the mounting points, I would say SS is not the solution, like for like is a better solution plus a great powder coat job if need be. Or, just don't throw out the CS units, just saying 😎
Half the viewers wouldnt get 08:14mins, love it, love the jig, very smart.
Great work regardless George, best wishes from South Oz
Don’t worry, nothing is binned! It’s all just experimentation and learning. May we’ll go back to CS. Thanks a mill 🤘🏼
weld a couple of pieces together , then get a big hammer or a pry bar and spend a few hours trying to get them apart. That will tell you about '' hydrogen embrittlement'' !
Excellent jig 👌🏻
That is stunning engineering and even more stunning editing and video content - put together superbly, big fan..!
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Your voice and actually look a little bit like the trumpet player in the movie the commitments , and this is a damn fine build, thanks for sharing.
Two week ban 😤😆
I don’t know how you keep motivated given your he length of time yrs in this case that this project has been lying around I would have to get a few people around just to get me through it’s only a car!
But it’s not just about the car. It’s about the process. The gratification comes from taking the time to do it right and learn on the way.
I agree with Joshua...
Fair play Georgie, lovely work, can't fault you on the effort
Cheers, Mathew
Very good content as allways!
Impressive fabrication there, George! Knowing someone who can give you access, (& the odd pointer!), to the right equipment is a boon. Progress is being made, and although few people will see those parts, *_you_* will know they are there & know you did the best you could to restore it to better than new.
I’m more worried about whether to paint the uprights black now in stead of silver, to compliment the SS arms, than the SS arms themselves, Mykl 🤣
@@soupclassicmotoring That is the true conundrum! 😆
amazing build. brilliant mind
Superb work man, the amount of passion and skills is beyond this world! This is a master class!
I know you don't see it that way, but you are living the dream, being able to restore something in a (working)space. I can't even find a proper living space, let alone work on my cars or store them. I've been on the hunt for an affordable space now for 3 years. I really enjoy the videos and all the luck with the rest of the build :)
I check myself every no an again when the situation gets on my nerves… I’m thankful to be able to keep working. Good luck with the search, it’ll work out eventually 🤞🏼
Superb end of. You're a very clever young man.
Fantastic 👍
Stunningly beautiful work. The skills you’ve acquired over the last few years are coming to their fore now. This Esprit will be outstanding. Looking forward to the finished product.
Thanks, Jonny
Omg that tune!!!
This is absolutely insane
bloody amazing...! congrats
Loving it, but only problem is Now got to step up my game on my 88...... Keep the videos coming bud.
Not sure why you are using SS, but you are doing an excellent job. Been watching you for years and the content and your skills improve each video. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for sticking around, Jeff
Artist
Bender! Another great vid, mate. 🥂
His shiny metal ass keeps showing up
It's art!
Really nice 👍🏾
Nice!
George, I can see why you want to fabricate new radios arms they look pretty crappy inside. Love the jig top idea to get everything fixed and aligned. Cheers Dave
We’ll see if they hold up, Dave!
Wow Awesome
This is art😊
I was mesmerised by this one - lovely stuff. It felt like you had fun making it?
Always satisfying… in the end 😆 thanks a mill
The channel where you like the video before watching it.
great stuff ,
Amazing work. However, as you have got all your templates and jigs for the SS at hand, I recommend you make yourself a set of CS parts. I agree with the others SS has its place, but not for the suspension parts in the Lotus.