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BTB Newsletter Autumn/Winter 2018

11/12/2018

This October held a special significance for BTB because it was the 35th anniversary of the date of our foundation in 1983. Over the course of that 35 years we have encountered many individuals and organisations that have helped us to achieve this milestone.

Porsche 911 Exhaust Systems

3/28/2018

One of the most persistent problems faced by any enthusiastic 911 owner who wishes to compete in their car is noise. Whatever variant they decide to use, the rear engine layout always determines that because of...

How to Improve Performance, Efficiency, and Lightweighting - A study of Exhaust System Back Pressure

1/23/2018

This is one of a series of articles that examine how BTB can find performance advantages through the exploitation of greater efficiency, and these are some of the challenges that we have overcome in our past which will provide the background for uncovering the solutions that will shape our future.

Exhaust System Noise Reduction Using Quarter Wave Tube (part 4 of 4)

6/26/2017

Last week we looked at the practical reduction process and measurements behind each stage of the process.

Exhaust System Noise Reduction Using Quarter Wave Tube (part 3 of 4)

6/20/2017

This week is the third instalment in our series on noise reduction. This week we look in depth at our methodology and the theory behind the project.

Exhaust System Noise Reduction Using Quarter Wave Tube (Part 2 of 4)

6/13/2017

This week is part two of our series where we show and explain the theory behind our latest project: Noise Reduction Using Quarter Wave Tube

Exhaust System Noise Reduction Using Quarter Wave Tube (Part 1 of 4)

5/18/2017

This week is the first of a four week series where we show and explain the theory behind our latest project: Noise Reduction Using Quarter Wave Tube

BTB At The Autosport Engineering show

1/10/2017

As BTB looks forward to their upcoming reappearance at the 2017 Autosport Engineering show, they reflect on the progress that 2 particular visitors from 2014 have experienced in 3 years.

Mk1 Lotus Cortina, The classic racing saloon car

12/20/2016

The Mark 1 Lotus Cortina has earned it’s reputation as an iconic racing saloon car. From the images of the legendary Jim Clark 3-wheeling his way around classic circuits such as Brands Hatch and Crystal Palace in the ‘60s...

Reverse Engineering

12/13/2016

Sometimes engineers use jargon which is difficult to understand, here is a perfect example of "reverse engineering".

Tube Bending

12/6/2016

Whilst they are known for their exhaust manufacturing expertise, BTB also could stand for Better Tube Bending.

Porsche 911 silencers

11/22/2016

One of the most persistent problems faced by any enthusiastic 911 owner who wishes to compete in their car is noise. Joe Ellis examines some of the solutions.

Noise

11/10/2016

BTB Exhausts Ltd have been making competition exhausts for 30 years, and that experience when coupled with cutting edge sound analysis software enables them to silence extremely loud race cars whilst minimising any loss of performance.

Skilled Welder/Fabricators Wanted

11/8/2016

BTB Exhausts Ltd are looking for skilled welder fabricators to join their team.

BTB at Autosport Engineering 2017

11/1/2016

BTB is exhibiting again at the Autosport Engineering Show in 2017

Advanced technologies at BTB

10/25/2016

BTB have recently invested in the latest Romer portable 3D measuring arm with some exciting applications...

Mike Jordan A40

10/18/2016

When long time BTB customer Mike Jordan told them he had built an Austin A40 race car as a bit of fun, they knew only too well that it would be constructed with the care and attention to detail that Mike always lavishes on all his cars.

Manifold design and fabrication

10/11/2016

BTB has 30 years experience of the design and fabrication of exhaust manifolds that improve the power and efficiency of the engines they are attached to. The first step in designing an exhaust manifold is to establish the lengths and diameters for the pipes that make up the manifold (or header).

Classic Car Exhaust Technology

10/4/2016

If the digitally manipulated sounds of modern highly efficient low capacity forced induction engines leave you cold – the characterful and more expressive sounds emanating from classic sports and competition cars, are often a key emotional component behind enjoying your classic car motoring.

Caterham specialist product page and Case Studies

9/30/2016

In the course of BTB’s work over the years, many current projects have had to be shrouded in secrecy. This can be because of the nature of the project, where an exhaust has been developed in collaboration with a manufacturer or engineering partner.

Bend it like BTB

9/2/2016

Even though our name indicates that our speciality is exhausts, we like to think that BTB could stand for Brilliant Tube Bending. Allow us to explain...

Does the quality of your classic’s parts reflect the value of the car they are bolted to

7/26/2016

The seemingly inexorable rise in the value of classic cars seems set to continue for some time.

Classic Car Exhaust restoration

10/4/2015

As originality becomes a key factor in determining classic car values - BTB enable you to restore your Classic car's original voice

BTB Customer Historic racing success continues

10/3/2015

Our exhausts for historic racing deliver the goods for competitors at the 2015 Goodwood Revival meeting

BTB now offer Prototype CNC Machining services

10/2/2015

Our recent investment in a CNC lathe means we can now offer CNC Machining services for prototype or small batch production runs

Bend it Like BTB!

2/6/2015

Even though our name indicates that our speciality is exhausts, we like to think that BTB could stand for Brilliant Tube Bending...

Mike and the Giant-Killer

2/6/2015

When long time BTB customer Mike Jordan told them he had built an Austin A40 race car as a bit of fun, we knew only too well that it would be constructed with the care and attention to detail that Mike always lavishes on all of his cars.

BTB Wins JLR Approved Supplier Status

10/23/2014

Following a number of experimental and development projects completed by BTB Exhausts for the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) group, BTB have now been awarded official approved supplier status.

Historic Success

10/23/2014

Last month, two major historic racing events took place, with several BTB customers represented at both.

BTCC Success for BTB Customers

10/23/2014

As the BTCC season came to a close at Brands Hatch on the second weekend of October, we take a look back at how the BTB customers faired.

BTB October 2013 Newsletter

10/7/2013

Latest news of recent projects that we have not covered on Twitter.