note: when buying non-hobby grade motors always look for CARBON BRUSHED motors. conventional DC motors use thin metal fingers as brushes which wear through quickly. carbon-brushed motors are blocks which have a lot of material to wear through.
Fender flares would be sick, especially if you build custom one piece louvers and a chin spoiler for the front.
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I would like if you could keep it close to original, how it was back in the days, including the paint, but this one brings back some good memories from childhood best TV series.
I honestly cannot wait. This is making me giddy, ever since I was little I've been in love with the idea of doing this. I have no idea how you made that rear axel, especially that small but it's glorious. I'm super excited to see how you work out the steering, especially with the motor being in it's "proper" place. Thank you so much for this!
Make It RC That's for sure. It's something I've wanted to get into and seeing your videos, it's like childhood dreams are coming true haha. If I may, what 3D printer do you use? I'm assuming a bit if a higher end one considering how intricate some of those gears most be.
The axle components and gears were made on a Formlabs Form 2 which is a higher end machine. I'm surprised it was able to print the gears being so small. I knew these printers were good but I didn't know they are that good.
1991 Firebird. That's my dream car! I have a few models of them. All of them are Monogram kits. I am quite excited to see this completed and it gives me inspiration to do this as well
I had one of these,great car,no issues with durability,it was built like a truck driveline wise ,build quality typical of the time,but bags of character and fun,extremely comfortable and great value car.
I've actually painted outside while it was raining and then just brought it inside as quick as possible and stuck it in my dehumidifier and never had an issue. May help you in a future build. Great looking build btw!
At the beginning I thought the music was going to get annoying, but you honestly kept switching it up enough so that it never got stale. Great video man, I'll be keeping an eye out for more in the future! :D
I am so excited too see where this goes. I know little about electronics but I have hundreds of model cars, and if i can find the parts I would love to build my own some day. Don't forget me when your channel blows up, because I know it will.
I can't wait to watch this series. I had dreamt of turning my model 1979 Chevy Camero into a functioning RC car with a camera. Honesty I had no idea where to start or limitations on such a small size and how brutal the RC system could be. Thus the project is shelved. I wish you best of luck on your build.
I've been using diecast cars and trucks! I've also used plastic models mostly for tractor trailers! Like BJ & the Bear, Movin' On, Smokey and the Bandit so I have my RC TV & Movie trucks!
It would look nice if the engine will be visible.Either do not put back the bonnet or could ✂️ it a bit and make sure engine is visible.I would paint it a dark red / bordeaux. Good luck with the build
Aw man! Can't wait to see it drifting around. The Knight Rider theme would be obvious but I would love to see it in full metallic gold-brown, or in graphite gray with a bright silver skirt around the bottom. Btw this 80's like song in the background provided a great atmosphere. In my childhood I was dreaming about converting my models into RC cars, but it was impossible for me at the time. But now with a little understanding of electronics and access to a 3D printer maybe I will give it a shot in the near future. Keep up the good work! I'm looking forward to see what a living beauty will this car become.
i remember when you had 260 subs, i was completely shocked that for the quality of your videos you had so little subscribers. Now when i look i see 1.6k well deserved subscribers (in my opinion you deserve more) i'm glad that others like me are looking forward to seeing you videos and are interested in what you are doing. Thanks for posting.
I never comment on anything but I had to this time. I don’t know how I ended up here but I love your recording style and the music is amazing! You got me into your work with your production style. Keep it up.
No problem, I was looking to build a 1/10 TransAm to match my real one but I could not find one anywhere & I think I might try to follow your steps and custom build one myself, maybe a 1/18 scale 😃 You are doing a great job making these great videos. Keep it up!!
Glad your enjoying the videos! Depending on what year your T/A is, I believe HPI made a 4th gen 1/10 scale touring body. I'm sure its out of production by now but you might be able to find one on eBay. Also MPC makes a 1/16 82' T/A model kit that would be a bit easier to convert to RC than a 1/24 scale.
Sweet! I’ll check them out, mine is the 3rd gen GTA, and it looks just like the one you are working on, I wonder if sandable Epoxy would work better on your 3D printed parts for smooth surface? I used stuff like that when I fix Motorbike fairings, it’s super durable and sticks to plastic really good
i'm starting way late but I've been looking around for 1:24th scale rwd rc drift builds b/c I was planning on doing a custom build myself, this looks really cool so far I can't wait to catch up and see the final result!
add a stereoscopic camera to it and switch the radiocontrols to something that is synced up with a racing steer and peddles and you could drive your mini car
I did this with a large scale diecast 74 chevy vega model. I put 2 mini blender motors in it an a cd player motor on the steering. I also put a wheel to each rear motor to see what i could make an to my surprise i was drifting a diecast vega around the dirt bicycle track at the house i grew up in.
Hey man, love the video and the project! I actually own a 1991 Pontiac Firebird with the giant firebird decal on the hood so I have to say, that's what I would do with the hood on the build. As far as color, that's up to you. Enjoy your car! I sure enjoy mine.
First I have always wanted to do this and yours is turning out amazing!!! Second you should put a body kit on that thing!! But remember weight distribution is KEY. Good luck on the build, I for sure will be watching.
I have always wanted to do this. I myself have a collection of model cars and have thought about this constantly. Cant wait to follow along with you and your journey. Earned a long time sub here.
Your info on the Firebird shocked me. The auto shop at my school has a 1991 Firebird with a manual and either a 305 or 350 small block. It was donated after falling off the assembly line and GM wasn’t allowed to sell it. It was repaired by GM and only has 10 miles on it. It might be worth something.
Neat. Reminds me of my auto shop class in high school. The school was near a large GM plant that assembled trucks/SUV's. Trucks that came off the line defective or ones used for testing were donated to nearby schools. It was cool because some of these trucks were well over 30 years old but sill looked brand new.
Just to say... squirt some 3n1 oil in the crankcase through the crack then fix the crack with some baking soda and super glue by mixing them together. Don't know why I haven't seen this video til now but better late than never :) As for the body I think I would have chopped the windshield about 1/8" ish just to give it a meaner look... moving on to the next video.
note: when buying non-hobby grade motors always look for CARBON BRUSHED motors. conventional DC motors use thin metal fingers as brushes which wear through quickly. carbon-brushed motors are blocks which have a lot of material to wear through.
Nerf gun mod motors such as meishel 2.0 or fang revamped are very good for wear too
Fender flares would be sick, especially if you build custom one piece louvers and a chin spoiler for the front.
I would like if you could keep it close to original, how it was back in the days, including the paint, but this one brings back some good memories from childhood best TV series.
Maybe tube the front.
Would look dope and you have room for everything else
Wow that's a pretty accurate model of a 3rd gen. The mirrors fell off and even the panel gaps are spot on.
I think this is an awesome idea and you should totally paint it Sunfire Orange
This guy is good at wasting peoples time and not getting straight to the point.
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Leave it primer grey...looks badass like it is
YOU’RE ON CREATOR ON THE RISE FOR ME!!!!!!!!
I honestly cannot wait. This is making me giddy, ever since I was little I've been in love with the idea of doing this. I have no idea how you made that rear axel, especially that small but it's glorious. I'm super excited to see how you work out the steering, especially with the motor being in it's "proper" place. Thank you so much for this!
Thank you for the comment. I'm glad your enjoying the build! By the way the rear axle is 3D printed.
Really? The gears as well? thats super impressive.
Yep gears as well. 3D printing is definitely opening a lot of doors for what can be built.
Make It RC That's for sure. It's something I've wanted to get into and seeing your videos, it's like childhood dreams are coming true haha. If I may, what 3D printer do you use? I'm assuming a bit if a higher end one considering how intricate some of those gears most be.
The axle components and gears were made on a Formlabs Form 2 which is a higher end machine. I'm surprised it was able to print the gears being so small. I knew these printers were good but I didn't know they are that good.
Holy shit! By far one of the best channels I’ve ever found! Please never stop taking regular models and turning them into rc cars, this is amazing!
1991 Firebird. That's my dream car! I have a few models of them. All of them are Monogram kits. I am quite excited to see this completed and it gives me inspiration to do this as well
A childhood dream, really cant wait to see this completed build
I had one of these,great car,no issues with durability,it was built like a truck driveline wise ,build quality typical of the time,but bags of character and fun,extremely comfortable and great value car.
After 2 years of searching on the topic I've found one video. This one. Thanks dude
I'm happy I found this page couldn't find a channel like this
I've actually painted outside while it was raining and then just brought it inside as quick as possible and stuck it in my dehumidifier and never had an issue. May help you in a future build. Great looking build btw!
Just got into modding my own models and converting them thanks to u! Would live to see a 1950s era rc car.
Cant wait to see it moving
Can't wait to see all the electronics go into this, I'm really tempted to do one myself, a nice little budget drift car like this would be great
It would be so cool to almost do a bosozoku style. With huge front splitter, widebody, victory pipes!
I didn't even know converting model cars into RC cars was a thing, I like it. Subbed
Caught my eye… I’m a big Firebird fan so can’t wait to see how this turns out.
At the beginning I thought the music was going to get annoying, but you honestly kept switching it up enough so that it never got stale. Great video man, I'll be keeping an eye out for more in the future! :D
Rocking the primer actually suits the era of this car.
Tim Johnson I agree it gives it a drift missile vibe
How?
For even more realism....I was thinking a few mismatched body parts and rotted out rocker panels
I am so excited too see where this goes. I know little about electronics but I have hundreds of model cars, and if i can find the parts I would love to build my own some day. Don't forget me when your channel blows up, because I know it will.
I can't wait to watch this series. I had dreamt of turning my model 1979 Chevy Camero into a functioning RC car with a camera. Honesty I had no idea where to start or limitations on such a small size and how brutal the RC system could be. Thus the project is shelved. I wish you best of luck on your build.
GREAT WORKS! And can't not appreciate the fact that you make the subtitles too! You earned my sub!
I've been using diecast cars and trucks! I've also used plastic models mostly for tractor trailers! Like BJ & the Bear, Movin' On, Smokey and the Bandit so I have my RC TV & Movie trucks!
It would look nice if the engine will be visible.Either do not put back the bonnet or could ✂️ it a bit and make sure engine is visible.I would paint it a dark red / bordeaux. Good luck with the build
Aw man! Can't wait to see it drifting around. The Knight Rider theme would be obvious but I would love to see it in full metallic gold-brown, or in graphite gray with a bright silver skirt around the bottom. Btw this 80's like song in the background provided a great atmosphere. In my childhood I was dreaming about converting my models into RC cars, but it was impossible for me at the time. But now with a little understanding of electronics and access to a 3D printer maybe I will give it a shot in the near future.
Keep up the good work! I'm looking forward to see what a living beauty will this car become.
i remember when you had 260 subs, i was completely shocked that for the quality of your videos you had so little subscribers. Now when i look i see 1.6k well deserved subscribers (in my opinion you deserve more) i'm glad that others like me are looking forward to seeing you videos and are interested in what you are doing. Thanks for posting.
WOW!!!! This video is very educational and informative! 👍🏻 I look forward to seeing more of your videos! You just earned a new subscriber! 🙂
For the motor and /esc/reciever unit, use the 8000kv brushless from the Carisma GT24B. Perfect scale and god damn it has power!
That firebird looks cool
Bright red with a gold screaming chicken on the hood. 80's style!
love the song w the axle fitting
Same. links to all songs are always in the description if you want to check them out.
the chunk of plastic..u took out....is pretty funny.....becuz thats where they rot in real life 🤘😂🤘😂😂😂
lol I guess that just makes it more scale then.
Make It RC lol
Fords rock
You should leave the front bumper off, put a cage there. Then paint it dark red with 1 of the headlights being black. Drift missile!
Thanks and also you inspired me to try making one of my 1/18 scale diecast cars into an rc car
Man I just love RV cars and model cars😍😍😍
TH-cam finally shows me something I'm interested in the trending page, definitely a creator in the rise
This is some quality production jeez
I never comment on anything but I had to this time. I don’t know how I ended up here but I love your recording style and the music is amazing! You got me into your work with your production style. Keep it up.
I like the primer look, maybe it should stay the way it is. Can’t wait to see it done!!
Yea I do like the primer look as well, gives it some character. Thanks for the comment.
No problem, I was looking to build a 1/10 TransAm to match my real one but I could not find one anywhere & I think I might try to follow your steps and custom build one myself, maybe a 1/18 scale 😃
You are doing a great job making these great videos. Keep it up!!
Glad your enjoying the videos! Depending on what year your T/A is, I believe HPI made a 4th gen 1/10 scale touring body. I'm sure its out of production by now but you might be able to find one on eBay. Also MPC makes a 1/16 82' T/A model kit that would be a bit easier to convert to RC than a 1/24 scale.
Sweet! I’ll check them out, mine is the 3rd gen GTA, and it looks just like the one you are working on, I wonder if sandable Epoxy would work better on your 3D printed parts for smooth surface? I used stuff like that when I fix Motorbike fairings, it’s super durable and sticks to plastic really good
Sandable epox might work. I may try it out some time in the future. Good Idea.
I knew it was a Firebird from the thumbnail, but I was hoping to see a KITT RC project. Oh well still looks awesome!
Good job you have inspired me into making my own eco car with my old Nissan GT-R good job
Epic!!! I did the same model a few years ago! Got crushed b4 I could finish....
Woever sells those electric motors is missing a great opportunity to make them look like well known engines for applications like this.
i'm starting way late but I've been looking around for 1:24th scale rwd rc drift builds b/c I was planning on doing a custom build myself, this looks really cool so far I can't wait to catch up and see the final result!
Absolutely stunning work
You can change the pop up head lights and make them actually work
Subrscreeber awarded. Looking forward to this build!
Nice channel brotha!! I remember the days I used to throw down on the plastics!! Keep up the great work
Subbed. You somehow transported me back to my childhood
I've always wanted to see that car with a ducktail or rocket bunny spoiler. What about making the pop-ups be halfway and have leds?
First time viewing your channel. LOVE IT!!! I’d like to see the car painted black and lowered. Maybe it’ll look more mad!
Definitely will be lowered. Ride height looked way too high before IMO. Glad you like the channel!
Can't wait to see the end result 🙃😀
add a stereoscopic camera to it and switch the radiocontrols to something that is synced up with a racing steer and peddles and you could drive your mini car
I did this with a large scale diecast 74 chevy vega model. I put 2 mini blender motors in it an a cd player motor on the steering. I also put a wheel to each rear motor to see what i could make an to my surprise i was drifting a diecast vega around the dirt bicycle track at the house i grew up in.
You can remove the paint on the body with spray on oven cleaner . It won't hurt the plastic . I'd paint the car white with satin black accents .
You deserve at least a million subs
I recommend doing an xmods gen 1 and evo video series because it would bring the community back
So cool. I’ve been wanting to do this to a foxbody kit forever
The music is amazing
Hey man, love the video and the project! I actually own a 1991 Pontiac Firebird with the giant firebird decal on the hood so I have to say, that's what I would do with the hood on the build. As far as color, that's up to you. Enjoy your car! I sure enjoy mine.
This is so fascinating, I can’t wait to see more. Great video 👌
I subbed because of this video and have not seen it in a while, Need to see the rest of your videos :D
Congrats on all the views man! Your channel is blowin up!
This is awesome, can't wait for part 2
Knight Rider K.I.T.T. black with lights all around and if possible functional head lights. If you pull this you'll be RC Mod King...
Probably total badassery
First I have always wanted to do this and yours is turning out amazing!!! Second you should put a body kit on that thing!! But remember weight distribution is KEY. Good luck on the build, I for sure will be watching.
Also new sub
I have always wanted to do this. I myself have a collection of model cars and have thought about this constantly. Cant wait to follow along with you and your journey. Earned a long time sub here.
The condition of that car matches what you'd find a real one in
i would love to see a paintjob in Candy Red with some gold and dark purple metallic flaces or highlights
Awesome idea, great work.
Your info on the Firebird shocked me. The auto shop at my school has a 1991 Firebird with a manual and either a 305 or 350 small block. It was donated after falling off the assembly line and GM wasn’t allowed to sell it. It was repaired by GM and only has 10 miles on it. It might be worth something.
Neat. Reminds me of my auto shop class in high school. The school was near a large GM plant that assembled trucks/SUV's. Trucks that came off the line defective or ones used for testing were donated to nearby schools. It was cool because some of these trucks were well over 30 years old but sill looked brand new.
This is what I like to see. Keep up the good work
10/10 for music in this video.
I have always wondered if this was possible, Thanks for showing me How. Great Idea, Giving me alot of them . . . Thanks.
Just to say... squirt some 3n1 oil in the crankcase through the crack then fix the crack with some baking soda and super glue by mixing them together. Don't know why I haven't seen this video til now but better late than never :) As for the body I think I would have chopped the windshield about 1/8" ish just to give it a meaner look... moving on to the next video.
Paint it porsche mint green, one of the coolest colours ever.
Gorgeous, please tell me you're gonna put that iconic firebird logo on the hood
I hope your channel grows
Really underrated channel
Im super exited for this!! I have 2 brand new ae86 1/24 boxes i can do this with ❤️✨
Found an Audi R8 1-24 for $2 bucks at a thrift store in Kansas. Looking to get cracking on this conversion!!
You got yourself a sub. Great channel! Good luck on your build! Can't wait to see it done!
Mirage me 2
Mirage is that your Z?
Charlie Manson I wish. I just found it on a Japanese blog I passed by.
and he's got another sub too. can't wait for pt. 2.
+1
Rocket bunny bodykit looking asome
Btw u fulfilled my dream of somebody making an RC frm a diecast car
Excellent thanks for sharing!
I approve of the music so much home is like a top fav
Im definitely checking out more of your builds. Liked and subbed bud👍🍻
I am so excited about this one
you got yourself a sub and somebody whos gonna build a fucking drift car looks so fun and time consuming
Make it a drift K.I.T.T
Or Smokey and the bandit transam
@@crazygamers9358 Smokey and the Bandit was an older model. Looks nothing like this one.
@@ThatWolfWithShades IT doesnt matter, the black with the golden eagle is timeless :)
@@attackhelicopter7403 It'd look hella out of place on this model.
Maurice-Mores
Getting into this as a hobby videos attracted me more! thank you
Fourth gen and I love these cars I have a 92 V8 firebird I love the idea thank you for making this I love these cars
I’m following you on what you did with a similar car of my own it looks interesting.