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Reviving a Salvaged 2023 BRZ: B is for Build's Restoration Triumph
B is for Build reveals their latest project - a salvaged 2023 BRZ from an auction. Despite initial challenges, the team successfully gets the car running, showcasing their expertise and determination in car restoration.
Thrilling Road Trip: Testing Truck in Snow with Anker Solx Power
Join B is for Build on a thrilling road trip through stormy weather, showcasing the Anker Solx F3800 power source. Despite challenges, they test the truck's capabilities in snowy conditions, setting up a gaming station powered by Starlink for an unforgettable overnight adventure.
B is for Build: Dodge Ram 3500 Camper Truck Transformation & Road Trip Prep
Join B is for Build as they transform a Dodge Ram 3500 camper truck, tackling waterproofing, upgrades, and fixes for a 1,400-mile road trip. Sponsored by Giraffe Tools, they clean and prep the vehicle, ensuring a smooth journey ahead.
Restoring Crashed Supercar: Cyberpunk SEMA Success & Challenges
B is for Build's Chris recounts the success and challenges of restoring a crashed supercar with a cyberpunk theme for SEMA, emphasizing attention to detail and lessons learned in time management and team well-being.
Car Modifying Challenges: Distressing Parts & Show Prep at Disneyland
B is for Build tackles car modifications, distressing parts with black paint, and showcasing Truckar, a unique vehicle design game. Despite setbacks like a melted voltage regulator, the team's dedication shines through as they perfect the car for a show at Disneyland.
Custom VR Wheels Showcase: Overcoming Challenges with B is for Build
B is for Build team showcases custom VR Wheels and Nitto tires, overcomes paint challenges, hires PDX Mobile Auto Spa for detailing, and highlights ethos for health insurance.
Recreating $23,000 Lamborghini Mercil Headlights: A DIY Journey
Join B is for Build as they recreate $23,000 Lamborghini Mercil logo headlights from scratch, utilizing 3D scanning, resin printing, LED lighting, and meticulous assembly techniques. Witness the transformation from cracked lens to a stunning finished product mounted on the car.
Cyberpunk Lamborghini Transformation: Custom Lighting & LED Upgrades
B is for Build transforms a Lamborghini Mercy logo with a cyberpunk theme. They upgrade the lighting system, tint the back glass, and craft custom LED tail lights. The team showcases meticulous craftsmanship in every detail, adding a futuristic touch to the vehicle's design.
Revamping a Rolled-Over Lamborghini: Challenges and Transformations
B is for Build revamps a rolled-over Lamborghini Merci logo for SEMA. Challenges include custom headlights, interior dyeing, and rare, pricey parts.
Race to SEMA: Building the Mercio Logo with Futuristic Touch
B is for Build team races to prep the Mercio logo for SEMA, adding body kit elements, tackling upholstery challenges, and integrating LED lighting for a futuristic touch. The countdown to SEMA intensifies as they push to finalize the show-stopping car build.
Crashed Lamborghini Transformation: Wide Body Kit & Camera Mirrors
B is for Build transforms a crashed Lamborghini Merci logo with a custom wide body kit, metal patch panels, and innovative camera mirrors. Don't miss their primer application tips and sponsored segment on Fabletics clothing.
Reviving a Crashed Lamborghini: SEMA-Bound Transformation
Join B is for Build as they transform a crashed Lamborghini Mercio into a showstopper for SEMA. Witness 3D printing, mold-making, and metalwork magic unfold in this thrilling automotive restoration journey.
Reviving a Crashed Mercy Lago: SEMA 2024 Build Journey
Join B is for Build as they transform a crashed Mercy Lago into a show-stopping build for SEMA 2024. Witness their innovative approach to repurposing parts and crafting custom panels, all while overcoming challenges with welding and perfecting details like 3D printed tail light housings. Experience the journey of resilience and creativity in this thrilling automotive restoration project.
Custom Car Mods: Refinishing, Designing, and 3D Printing Success
Join B is for Build as they tackle custom car modifications, from refinishing Lamborghini hinges to designing a sleek hood and roof scoop. Witness their precision with 3D scanning and modeling, culminating in the successful 3D printing of prototypes for a flawless fit.
Transforming a Mercy Logo Car for SEMA: Body Kit Challenges & Custom Tail Lights
Join B is for Build as they transform a Mercy logo car for SEMA, tackling challenges with body kit smoothing, custom tail lights, and innovative solutions like spackle. Don't miss this thrilling build journey!
Reviving a Wrecked Lamborghini: Innovative Restoration and Cybersecurity Protection
B is for Build tackles the challenging restoration of a wrecked Lamborghini Merci Al Lago, incorporating innovative 3D printing techniques and addressing cybersecurity concerns with Aura's identity theft protection.
Revamping Pontoon Yacht: Marine-Grade Wiring and GFCI Upgrades
B is for Build upgrades pontoon yacht's electrical system with marine-grade wiring and GFCI protection, showcasing innovation in boat customization.
Pontoon Yacht Transformation: Powering Up with B is for Build
B is for Build transforms a dream into reality with a 44 ft pontoon yacht, complete with a hot tub. Follow their journey as they power up the vessel, facing challenges and celebrating victories along the way.
Transforming a Sunken Yacht: Building a Luxurious Quad Pontoon Marvel
B is for Build salvages and transforms a sunken pontoon yacht into a luxurious 45-foot quad pontoon marvel with a hot tub. The team focuses on adding livability features like a bespoke barbecue box with a Dual Zone setup, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship and innovative design.
Building a Luxurious Pontoon Yacht: Craftsmanship and Safety Features
Join B is for Build as they construct a luxurious pontoon yacht with a hot tub and powerful engines. Learn about online security and witness the team's meticulous craftsmanship in building engine covers and enhancing safety features on the swim deck.
Transforming a Sunken Pontoon Yacht: Double-Decker Dream Build
BS for Build transforms a sunken pontoon yacht into a double-decker dream with a hot tub. Overcoming design hurdles, they craft aluminum pontoon stairs and a revamped swim deck for manual lifting. Metal Supermarkets supplies materials for the project, showcasing meticulous attention to safety and innovation.
Building a Luxurious Pontoon Yacht: Flooring to Carpet Installation
Join B is for Build as they transform a dream into reality, creating a luxurious 44ft pontoon yacht with a double-decker design, INF floor, and integrated hot tub. Follow their journey from flooring preparation to successful carpet installation, overcoming challenges with precision and determination.
Pontoon Yacht Construction: Welding, Gussets, and Metalwork Mastery
Join B is for Build as they craft a pontoon yacht, adding gussets and supports to the second level. Learn about welding techniques, metalwork tools, and their partnership with Metal Supermarkets for quality materials. Follow their journey of challenges and triumphs in yacht construction.
Transforming Sunken Yacht: Pontoon Yacht with Hot Tub
B is for Build transforms a sunken yacht into a double-decker pontoon yacht with inboard outboard motors, a bar, and an integrated hot tub. The team faces challenges but successfully installs sturdy hatches for the hot tub, showcasing their resilience and creativity in this exciting project.
Farewell Celebration: B is for Build Honors Departing Team Member Oscar
B is for Build bids farewell to team member Oscar, celebrating his contributions with a day of reminiscing, go-kart races, and heartfelt conversations.
Pontoon Yacht Transformation: Black Water Tank, PVC Conduit, Marine Plywood
Join B is for Build as they transform a pontoon yacht with a black water tank from a Facebook Marketplace find, PVC tube electrical conduit, and marine-grade plywood flooring for a luxurious and functional vessel.
Restoring a Sunken Boat: Auto Bidmaster Sponsorship and Holly's Support
B is for Build restores a sunken boat with new starters, sponsored by Auto bidmaster. Holly's support, Fiberglass Coatings Inc. materials, and meticulous repairs bring the boat back to life for a Fourth of July celebration.
Transforming a Pontoon Yacht: Adding a Bathroom and Introducing Simply Safe
B is for Build transforms a pontoon yacht, adding a bathroom with a 3-in-1 unit. Follow the team's journey as they tackle construction challenges and introduce Simply Safe home security.
Pontoon Yacht Engine Start-Up and Servicing Adventure
Join B is for Build as they tackle the challenge of starting and servicing engines on a pontoon yacht. Follow their journey of decoding wires, troubleshooting, and changing water pump impellers in this thrilling episode.
Pontoon Yacht Transformation: Hot Tub, Double Deck, and Solar Power
Join B is for Build as they transform a pontoon yacht, adding a hot tub and double deck. With steel construction and solar power, the team overcomes challenges to create a luxurious and innovative vessel.
Building a 44ft Quad-Tune Pontoon: Mounting Twin 250HP Engines
B is for Build tackles the challenge of mounting twin 250HP Mercury Verado engines on a 44ft quad-tune pontoon yacht, pushing boundaries in boat design.
Pontoon Yacht Construction: Precision Attachment and Hot Tub Support
Follow B is for Build as they construct a pontoon yacht, meticulously attaching components and optimizing rigidity with c channel and square tubing for the deck stringers. Witness the team's precision and progress in securing the hot tub box supports, a crucial step in the project's development.
Building a Custom Hot Tub Enclosure: Pontoon Yacht Project Progress
B is for Build team constructs a custom hot tub enclosure for their pontoon yacht project, showcasing precision welding and dedication to quality craftsmanship amidst technical challenges.
Building a DIY Pontoon Yacht: Welding, Leak Tests, and Buoyancy Calculations
Join B is for Build as they construct a massive 12ft wide by 44ft long double-decker DIY pontoon yacht. Witness the team welding aluminum, conducting leak tests, and calculating buoyancy for this ambitious project. Experience the challenges and triumphs of building a luxury pontoon yacht from scratch.
Building a Luxurious 44ft Yacht: Designing the Ultimate Party Paradise
Join B is for Build as they embark on building a new, faster, and more spacious yacht after the host's previous boat sank. Follow the team's journey as they design and construct a luxurious 44 ft long, 12 ft wide yacht with unique features like a hot tub, two levels, and a walk-through engine compartment. Excitement is high as they plan the ultimate party paradise on water.
Camper Truck Project: Electrical Fixes, AC Unit Installation, and Lighting Setup
B is for Build tackles electrical and waterproofing challenges in their camper truck project. They consult an electrician, install a unique AC unit, and finalize lighting setup for a test drive.
Custom Lamborghini Mercy Logo Body Kit Transformation with 3D Printing
BS for Build transforms a crashed Lamborghini Mercy logo into a unique custom body kit using 3D modeling and printing. The team navigates challenges, showcases the importance of attention to detail, and collaborates with concept artist Brad Builds for a stunning widebody concept.
Ultimate Adventure Truck Transformation: Power Up with B is for Build
Join B is for Build as they transform a Dodge Ram 3500 into a camper Adventure truck, tackling power distribution challenges with high-amperage alternators, lithium-ion batteries, and clever design solutions. Witness their journey to create the ultimate adventure rig!
B is for Build: Thrilling Journey from Simulator to Oval Track Racing
B is for Build embarks on oval track racing journey after invitation from Cletus McFarland. Intense simulator practice, unique car livery creation, and nerve-wracking Freedom 500 race preparation unfold in this thrilling adventure.
Reviving a 2005 Ram 3500: Window Installation, Lighting Upgrades, and Painting Disaster
B is for Build tackles window installation, lighting upgrades, and a painting disaster on their 2005 Ram 3500 truck build. Learn how they overcome setbacks and salvage their project with rust reformer and meticulous repainting efforts.
Transforming a Damaged Truck into a Stylish Camper: Painting and Waterproofing Tips
B is for Build transforms a damaged truck into a camper vehicle, addressing build mistakes and ensuring waterproofing before painting with a textured finish for durability and style.
Resurrecting a Sunken Boat: Thrilling Restoration Journey
Join B is for Build as they tackle the challenging task of resurrecting a sunken boat, replacing damaged parts, tuning engines, and battling water-filled fuel tanks. Experience the team's determination and expertise in this thrilling episode of boat restoration.
Salvaging a Sunken Yacht: Restoration Challenges and Triumphs
B is for Build crew salvages a sunken Italian yacht, replacing damaged parts and rewiring systems. Testing engines and components post-flood reveals challenges and triumphs in the restoration journey.
Unsinking an Italian Yacht: The Epic Salvage Mission | B is for Build
In this episode of B is for Build, the team works tirelessly to unsink a half-sunken Italian yacht. They face challenges with leaks and plug side vents to prevent water flow. With determination and a bit of luck, they locate the leak and fix it. The boat slowly rises, and hope is restored.
Yacht Sinks in Freezing Temps: Salvage and Restoration Efforts Begin
In this episode of B is for Build, the host's 30-year-old Italian yacht sinks due to freezing temperatures. The salvage and recovery mission begins with the help of the Portland fire and rescue team. Despite insurance disagreements, efforts are made to lift the boat and assess the damage. The boat resurfaces with the aid of bags and pumps, paving the way for potential restoration.
Reviving the Lamborghini Merci Logo: Test Drive, Upgrades, and Conversions
In this episode of B is for Build, the team works on their Lamborghini Merci logo, addressing issues with brakes, alignment, rear bumper, tail lights, and a broken front axle. They fabricate a side mounting piece for the bumper and discuss the cracked spoke on one of the wheels. They install an auxiliary power system using a lithium-ion battery and plan to convert the car from all-wheel drive to two-wheel drive. The team makes progress towards their goal of test driving the car.
Restoring a Crashed Lamborghini Merci Lago with Airlift Performance Air Ride System
In this episode of B is for Build, the team works on restoring a crashed Lamborghini Merci Lago. They fix the engine, frame damage, and install a full airlift performance air ride system. Follow their journey as they bring this abandoned car back to life.
Restoring a Crashed Lamborghini Mercielago: Frame Rails, Gas Tank, and New Merchandise
The B is for Build team continues their restoration of a crashed Lamborghini Mercielago. They fix bent frame rails, rebuild the gas tank section, and introduce new merchandise through their partnership with Shopify. The team's dedication and craftsmanship shine as they work towards bringing this supercar back to life.
Restoring the Lamborghini Murcielago: Transmission Testing and Power Issues
In this episode of B is for Build, the team works on their Lamborghini Murcielago, testing the transmission and addressing power issues. They also flush the coolant system and encounter some engine idling and error code problems. Stay tuned for more updates on their journey to restore this iconic car.
Unraveling the Challenges: Disassembling the Lamborghini Mercio Project | B is for Build
In this episode of B is for Build, the team discusses the challenges of disassembling their Lamborghini Mercio project. They explore the unique construction of the car, with a combination of carbon fiber and steel held together by glue. They uncover interesting features and contemplate the financial feasibility of restoring the car to its original state. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling build.
Camper Truck Build: Seam Sealer Mishaps, Raptor Liner, and Functional Additions
In this episode of B is for Build, the team continues working on their camper truck project. They address mistakes with seam sealer and use body filler for a seamless finish. The truck is prepped for painting with Raptor liner, a durable coating. They also build tabletops and storage boxes for added functionality. Stay tuned for the exciting conclusion of this epic build.
Drill vs Electric Bike: The Ultimate Battle of Speed and Ingenuity
Chris from B is for Build takes on the challenge of building a drill-powered bike to compete with an electric bike. Follow his journey as he tackles the obstacles, from mounting the drills to finding the right sprocket size. Will his creation prove to be a worthy adversary? Find out in this thrilling bike battle.
1967 Mustang Fastback Shelby Tribute: SEMA Build Cost Breakdown
In this episode of B is for Build, the team breaks down the cost of their SEMA build, a 1967 Mustang Fastback Shelby tribute. With a 2019 Mustang GT as the base, they invested in DinoCorn reproduction parts, custom work, and various upgrades, totaling $43,250. Despite the price, the classic look and timeless appeal make it a worthwhile investment.
Road Trip Challenges and SEMA Dreams: B is for Build Takes on Portland to Las Vegas Journey
In this episode of B is for Build, the team embarks on a road trip from Portland to Las Vegas in their SEMA build. They encounter challenges with the car's heater and road conditions, but remain determined to make it to SEMA on time. The team also discusses plans for adding racing stripes to the car and shares their experiences with various liquors along the way.
1967 Mustang Fastback Shelby GT500 Tribute: The Final Build
In this episode of B is for Build, the team works on the final build of their 1967 Mustang Fastback Shelby GT500 tribute. They tackle tasks such as painting, wrapping, installing a cold air intake, and upgrading the interior. Despite some setbacks, they push through the night to meet their deadline for the SEMA show. Excitement builds as the team nears completion of their stunning tribute car.
Building a 1967 Mustang GT500 Tribute: Front Bumper Challenges & Custom Design
In this episode of B is for Build, the team works on their 1967 Mustang Fastback GT500 tribute build, focusing on the front bumper and bodywork. They encounter challenges with fiberglass drying and explore options to ensure a successful outcome. Additionally, they discuss the inspiration behind their custom bumper design and the importance of sourcing the right parts. Stay tuned for more exciting updates on this SEMA-bound project.
Body Swapping a Shelby GT500 Tribute Car: Electronics, Test Drive, and Challenges | B is for Build
In this episode of B is for Build, the team continues their body swap project, working on the electronics and test driving the Shelby GT500 tribute car. They also thank their sponsor, Shopify, and highlight its benefits for businesses. The team tackles various challenges, including aligning the rear bumper and resolving issues with the trunk and hood. They install new Corbeau seats and focus on wiring and door functionality. The episode ends with the team reflecting on their progress and the upcoming SEMA event.
1967 Mustang Fastback Body Swap: Building a Shelby Tribute Car for SEMA
In this episode of B is for Build, the team works on a 1967 Mustang Fastback body swap, transforming a 2019 Mustang GT into a Shelby tribute car for SEMA. They tackle tasks like installing wheels, suspension, side skirts, and the rest of the body. The rear bumper is modified for safety, and the fenders are permanently mounted. They also work on the hood and modify a side skirt for a Shelby GT500-inspired look. Despite being behind schedule, the team remains determined to complete the project.
1967 Mustang Fastback Shelby Tribute Build: Mock-Fitting Doors, Hood, and Fenders
In this episode of B is for Build, the team continues working on their 1967 Mustang Fastback Shelby tribute build. They focus on mock-fitting the doors, hood, fenders, and front bumper to ensure proper alignment. They also remove unnecessary components from the front end to create more space and prepare for permanent installation. The team is excited about the progress they have made and are pleased with the results so far.
SEMA Build Update: Fitting 1967 Mustang Panels onto 2019 GT | B is for Build
In part 2 of this build series from B is for Build, the team continues their SEMA build project by trimming and fitting reproduction 1967 Mustang Fastback body panels onto a 2019 Mustang GT. They also thank their sponsor, Omni Heroes, a heroic fantasy casual strategy RPG game. The team showcases their progress as they meticulously align and modify the car to resemble the iconic 1967 GT500.
2023 SEMA Build: A Tribute to Carol Shelby with a 67 Mustang Fastback Body Swap
B is for Build announces their 2023 SEMA build, a tribute to Carol Shelby. The team plans to perform a body swap, putting a 67 Mustang Fastback body on a 2019 Mustang GT chassis. Licensed Shelby parts and B is for Build's design flare will be incorporated. They have 40 days to complete the build.