When I first started building models I used thread from my mom's sewing basket for ignition wires. Then elastic string colored with a sharpie to resemble braided lines. Phone wire for spark plug boots. It sounds hilarious. And was. But I actually won best engine that year with 55 Chevy. Lol

Thanks for doing this vid!!! Its always nice to be able to save money as this is an expensive hobby to begin with. Its nice to find those willing to help those of us that are just getting back into or a beginner just starting out. I tried for weeks to get some to tell me about the coil lines on the pogo sticks for semi's and most wouldn't even tell me where to purchase them much less how to make them lol. Mackinac, the peterbilt guy told me a simple way of just twisting wire around the metal part of a screw driver to get the shape and then paint. Instead of spending from 5 - 18 bucks plus shipping and handling, it cost maybe a dollar to build them myself. This is what this hobby should be about, folks helping each other and helping those that want it, to be better builders. There are some of you guys on here and a big thank you to yall!!! Take care and God bless, Kevin

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Exactly why I did the video and btw.....thanks for the kind words. I enjoy helping people who want to get better and are mature enough to admit when they don't know how to do something. I've been building for about 44 years now and I remember how hard it was back in the 60s and 70s to find out how to do anything new or learn a new technique. There was no internet, so it was the library or the bookstore or hope that you knew someone who was older than you who built models and would help you, but more times than not, it was every man for himself. Hah! Let me know of I can help you in any way brother!

Really appreciate the tips in the end they are not going to fire up no matter how much money we spend

@mcmodelworks

2 жыл бұрын

Yep. Just a collection to look at. Thanks for watching brother.

Great update Gary. It is always in our best interest to do a good job on our models as cheaply as possible and nobody should fault you or have any negative comment for trying to help out the community! Thank you for sharing this with us and I'm gonna go get some wire! See ya!!!!!!!

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kenny. I appreciate it bro!

Great tips brother! A less expensive option that looks and behaves the same as (expensive) purpose made parts. That’s just being crafty, creative and frugal! I also buy some purpose made parts, but not if I can make it myself. Something I’ve been using for standard (non braided) fuel and brake lines is the metal core of twist ties! The paper and vinyl coated ones peel VERY easily! And the longer the better! They’re also useful for making your own wiring loom tie downs, pinning side mirrors into place and the heavier gauge ones can be used if you have to relocate/reposition spindles to lower or raise ride heights!

@mcmodelworks

Жыл бұрын

Helps to be frugal sometimes. Thanks for watching brother!

Holy macaroni… have ask this ? A 100 times… what do you use for those real looking lines.. No answers… This video is absolutely amazing.. Thank you so much sir..

@mcmodelworks

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and sorry for not replying before. I must have overlooked your post.

I myself always look for these types of products when Im at the dollar store. Never know what you will find there to use, and for $1 even better. Thanks for sharing. Happy building

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Yep. There's things everywhere you can use. Just have to keep the eyes open. Thanks for watching brother.

thanks man , some gret tips that will come in handy , jeez I've been building for just about 50 years , keep on learning ,every thing helps

@mcmodelworks

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Murray. You are right. Been building 45 myself and I learn something on a regular basis. That makes it fun though!

Awesome!!!! I play guitar and saw a use for my old guitar strings watching this video!!! Ideas at work, TY!!!!!

@mcmodelworks

8 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Hobby Lobby has some stuff called music wire, so guitar strings will work for detail wire just fine.

Thanks Gary, it`s great that you are sharing some of your tips and How To`s with us. This hobby will break the bank, really fast. Very much appreciated, my friend.....JIM

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim!

Great tips and suggestions. I'm not even new to models, but I'll be saving this in my favorites as reference when I want to try materials I didn't know about.

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother! Hope it helps

Great ideas for engine parts. Thanks for sharing info.

@mcmodelworks

8 жыл бұрын

Glad to do it brother! Thanks for watching.

beautiful , glad you have brought this up , this is a awesome tip ! hey like i say some people just don't know after watch this they will ! a very big thank you mc model works . see you on the next one .

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother. Appreciate you watching!

@blondbearconfederete

9 жыл бұрын

love the show .

I use a similar strand wire for making Pike fishing traces. If you have a problem getting bends into the wire, just heat it with a match

I always try to keep an eye out for paints and, other supplies... I even make my own paints out of food items and, spices!!!

Great tutorial I have experimented with the wire some plugs wires mainly I have access to all kinds of jewelry beads and things my wife has tons of it she makes most of her own as hobby I will be raiding her stash in the future to see if shes got those beads to add more detail....Thanks Gary take care and God bless

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike. I replied, but it got posted as a comment to my own video. Anyway.......good that the wife has some stuff, but don't grab too much and wind up in the dog house! Hah!

Excellent alternative to the expensive aftermarket model parts ...Thanks for sharing buddy.. going to grab myself some of that stuff.. kutgw

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother. I figure every little bit helps!

That's good information to know. Helps to save a buck.

@mcmodelworks

Жыл бұрын

Exactly! Thanks for watching brother.

Very informative! Thank you!

Great video Gary, I'm always picking up items like what your showing in your video from Michaels and the dollar tree, I try to save money making my own details so I can have money for more kits. I do the same with paints as well

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

rsaturn9 Thanks Ritchie! Yeah....it's a good thing to keep some cash in the pocket and there are plenty of things out there to give models plenty of decent detail. There is only so much you can do in 1/25 or 1/24 scale before the it all becomes jumbled up and too busy for the eyes to grasp.

Walmart's sewing/craft department has a lot of neat stuff that can be used for your models.

@mcmodelworks

4 жыл бұрын

Yes they do. Thanks for watching!

nicely done - thanks for the tip

I also use seed beads that are hex shaped. Little long but sharp exacto knife allows me to cut 5 fittings from one bead. And looks identical to the model aftermarket. And 5.99 buys 50. Enough to make 250 fittings. Joanne fabrics , Michael's, and hobby lobby carry them

Hey bro, Thanks for the great tips.

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it Rick. Thanks for watching.

Great tips on wiring your engine. I agree; those pieces look the correct scale and who is going to notice. When is the last time you seen anyone walk around a model car show with a magnifing glass? KUTW.

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother. I agree. We ain't gonna drive them anywhere either.

I really appreciate this video. thanks

@mcmodelworks

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to have helped!

Thank you for explaining this.

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir.

That is exactly right, i wanna step up to plumbing. I have the wiring already on key.

I wish somebody would make battery cables with the clamps that attach to the battery that would be sweet.

Thank you for making this video Gary it really helps a lot. This will go into my model building tutorials box on my channel. Great video...................Ken

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ken. Glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful. That makes it all worth the effort.

Great tips! Thanks Gary!!

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Clay

Awesome video sir im guilty of buying aftermarket as well but i do like to use this kinda stuff as well

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Nothing wrong with keeping a little coin in your pocket when you can.

Great vid. Guitar strings works well also, but it's more hard line.

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks man.

Super vid thanks man !

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter. I appreciate it.

Thanks I will be getting some

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Van.

nice to see the difference tank's for the information I but some vreite line and no fiting on the parking bag tank's good blessed

Mc I'm 63 if I can find stuff I need in church I'll use it.I build for my self I help out as many dealers as I can but Michael's and hobby lobby I go 3 times a week they know me as the model guy.Great video I watch all of them.

@mcmodelworks

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks John. Both places know me as well......and Hobby Town. Appreciate you watching brother.

They do. Detail Master (among others) make wire that replicates cables and photo etch cable ends for the wire that replicates terminal connections.

@mcmodelworks

4 жыл бұрын

@Daniel Johnston I agree. Not to mention the fact they are a pain in the ass to mess with.

Thank'sI Am New Too This And I Sub To You Love It SIR

@mcmodelworks

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hoyt. Appreciate your support brother!

Loving the intro music

Thank you for the great video tips and tricks of the trade so to speak. I am always looking for source materials for detailing. I was getting spark plug wires at Radio Shack. The "cat 5 cable" will give you some great colored wire correctly sized for plug wires. Thanks again for the info.

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Mark!

Great video always need to save a buck.

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching David.

I like your tips

@mcmodelworks

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother! I appreciate it.

Don't always need dedicated scale parts. Often I can find something in the shed that would work or rummage through my wife's art supplies. After checking with her of course ahem

@mcmodelworks

8 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Lots of things laying around that will work for detail parts. Just have to use the imagination......and get the wife's okay! Hah!

Great ...great vídeo....!!! Nice Tip....!!! Thanks....!!! Frank jr

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Frank

nice tips thanks!

@mcmodelworks

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother........and great name btw! Hah! Gary

Thanks!

Hi Gary, What do you recommend to remove chrome from your model parts? I’ve heard everything from bleach, oven cleaner, to rubbing alcohol. Thanks

@mcmodelworks

4 жыл бұрын

I always use Super Clean. You can get it at Advance, Auto Zone etc. It's all I ever use. I also use it to strip paint if I need to. Thanks for watching brother!

Good video. If you use spark plug boots what kind of material do you use?

@mcmodelworks

6 жыл бұрын

Kevin Crist I don't generally use them as they are almost impossible to get in scale and still and look right. Some things are just better left alone or to the imagination.

I love using detail master and such. But 10.00 for 8 tiny fittings is rediculous. They could put 20 in a bag and still make a great profit. So I always use these alternative methods unless I'm entering a show. Wich I haven't since I was younger. Just wish you would get more from your money with scale detail places.

@mcmodelworks

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. In 1/25 or 1/24 scale you really are just giving the indication of fittings and such anyway. There are a lot of things out there that give the indication of different things that detail a model. No since breaking the bank if you can get close to the same look with other less expensive items. Thanks for watching brother.

Hello Gary, I just found this video and find it extremely helpful. Your alternative suggestions to the high dollar materials. However I've been hard pressed to find 18,20,22 ga braided wire. I've only found twisted wire in those gauges and definitly doesn't look nearly as nice. Can't find at any craft stores. If you still buy braided, where do you find it?

@mcmodelworks

Жыл бұрын

I usually get it at Hobby Lobby or Michael's, but Pro Tech is a better source for realistic fuel lines and such.

@namvet6971

Жыл бұрын

@@mcmodelworks Thanks, not wanting to spend that much though. Only thing I've found at both those places is 7,19 and 49 strand on a spool. Which you showed in 7 and 49 in your video. Here in S.C., they don't carry the gauge style stranded. If ya find, could you send link. Thank you. You're my go to guy for model car building now. BTW. I'm 73...

By the way… where’d you find those 90* needle nose pliers!? I’ve got regular pliers and I’ve checked many dollar stores and I’ve yet to see those! They’re very handy looking!

@mcmodelworks

Жыл бұрын

I think those came from Hobby Lobby.

Hello Sir, I'm very new at this and I wanted to say that I really enjoyed your video on the fuel and oil lines you were talking about. I don't have any experience none what so ever as a auto mechanic, do I need to be a mechanic to build any kind of model kit with a engine in it? Thank you for your time in reading my question and comments. Sincerely Allan

@mcmodelworks

6 жыл бұрын

Allan Martinez Hello Allan! First of all, thanks for watching. The answer to your question is no. You do not have to be a mechanic to build an engine or wire it and detail it. You can get online and look at engine photos of thousands of cars, trucks and other things and they will show how things are placed and ran in an engine. Also, you can pick up magazines and books from stores, bookstores and such that have all the information you need with good pictures to show how an engine is built. You can give me a shout also anytime you need some help and I will be glad to give you some ideas on items to use for your detail work. Sometimes, just some good paint work or work with a permanent marker or paint pen can help make an.engine look realistic. Keep watching my channel as I will be doing some videos on detailing engines and other items on a model to help with making a model look realistic. Thanks again for watching.

Don't mean to bother you sir. I wanted to ask you what size wire you use for your different lines ie fuel, nitrous, brake, radiator, spark plug wires? Thanks very much Sir!

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Anthony. For plug wires, I usually try for 27 to 30 gauge wire. For fuel lines, check out my video for detailing options. I cover different sizes of braided line and fitting options that can be bought at Hobby Lobby and Michaels. I don't generally do nitrous because it is almost impossible to get the correct size scale wise in 1/25th or 1/24th scale and still be able to handle and make it look good on the piece. Thanks again for watching and let me know if I can help further brother.

Outstanding video! What do you like to use for glue with this wire?

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

First of all, thanks for watching and the kind words. I use Gorilla Glue brand super glue. Best super glue there is in my opinion. It has rubber compounds in it that makes it flexible so it gives some if you hit or bump a part and doesn't break loose like regular super glue does. Take care!

@cliff7292

8 жыл бұрын

+mc model works As far as glue goes for plug wires and other delicate applications, I'm thinking of trying the "5 second second fix" that's been advertised on TV. The stuff that uses an infrared light to set it in 5 seconds. They sell it at a local dry goods chain store "Altmeyers's" here in the Pittsburgh area for $10. Anyone have any experience with the stuff?

@mcmodelworks

8 жыл бұрын

+Clifford Warner I don't think I've seen it, but you never know until you try it. I think Gorilla Glue in the green bottle would be hard to beat, but the other may work better for you. Thanks for watching brother.

no problem and lol yeah great name!

What is the name of the beads and where did you get them?

@mcmodelworks

8 жыл бұрын

They are called crimp beads and I got them from Michaels. Hobby Lobby has them as well.

Are these details done to the motor that comes with the model kit

@mcmodelworks

7 жыл бұрын

Yes. Thanks for watching.

@chrisnoble7692

7 жыл бұрын

mc model works is there an email address I can email you at, I have some questions about engine detailing

@mcmodelworks

7 жыл бұрын

mcsmoke@comcast.net

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@mcmodelworks

3 ай бұрын

Thanks

What kind of beads were those please sir?

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Anthony Griffin They are called "Crimp Beads" and they are the product name is 'Beadalon".

@mrbbqbyanthony2248

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the very informative videos I've learned a lot from you! Thanks for the response

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Anthony Griffin Glad to do it!

@mrbbqbyanthony2248

9 жыл бұрын

Sir did you ever make a anymore update videos on your 69 Baldwin motion camaro I wanted to watch them cause I'm working on a 70 1/2 Baldwin motion camaro thanks

I see a trip to micheal's in my future lol

@mcmodelworks

9 жыл бұрын

Hah! Good luck and don't spend too much! Thanks for watching.

Everyone has a video on what they use , but none of them show how to do it !!!. (What method they use to install the lines. That's what I'm looking for. Can you make a video on at least one segment.

@mcmodelworks

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe down the road. Appreciate you watching.

Guitar Strings

@mcmodelworks

5 жыл бұрын

Yes. That's true, but they are a bit stiff for fuel line plumbing. Thanks for watching!

@harryhathaway1086

5 жыл бұрын

@@mcmodelworks I'm just saying in general guitar wires pretty versatile could use it for a radio antenna. This damn hobby can be expensive can it ?

@mcmodelworks

5 жыл бұрын

@@harryhathaway1086 Yes it can.