Just stumbled upon your channel and subscribed. I'm getting back into modeling after a 35 year break. Things have really changed and I think your channel is a good place to do some catching up.
Great video and tips on using and storing tape. I always store my tape in a covered container to keep any dust, hair or anything else from sticking to the sides of it. Have a great weekend old man. Terry
Love watching your videos and always look forward to Fridays, but if I may, I'd like to share a tip. Never lay a roll of masking tape on it's side on your bench. It will instantly pick up any dirt , dust and bits of plastic. Again, thank you for what you do.
Some great info here. Tamiya tape is great stuff. I do use 3m blue tape for DELICATE surfaces, for large areas, always stick it to a sheet of plastic, I use the cheap flexible cutting boards, and trim the edge to get a sharp edge, or to cut out camo patterns. Bare Metal foil is great for masking, I use it for model aircraft canopies, any adhesive residue can be removed with Goo-Gone, do NOT use Goof-Off or Oops, they are petroleum based and will ruin your life, Goo-Gone is citrus based, and I have never (knock on wood) had it damage the plastic, or paint.
I'm loving these Friday videos. Great tips. I too am guilty of trying to save money and regretting later. I appreciate your experience and abilities. Those that criticize don't understand they can ALWAYS learn something.
Tamiya tape FTW!!! Thank you for this one and hopefully people will listen. Stop using blue painters tape people!! It's for interior house painting. Never cheap out on modeling essentials, because you truly do get what you pay for.
I love your videos. I've been a life-long model builder, (let's see... built my first AMT 57 Chevy with my dad sometime around '86 or '87, so there ya go) and every video you make I see something I either never saw before or didn't know. And I know a lot of guys don't like your style, but you're my kind of guy. Straight no chaser, no BS... I can't say I do everything you suggest, but part of that is my hobby time is limited, and sometimes sh!t just needs to get done, you know? Lol.
I ordered all of the DVDs this week, can't wait for them to get here! I'm not as much interested in competing in shows as I am just building the best models that I can for my shelf.
I like using the metal foil out of a box pack of cigarettes for seatbelts. It has a texture that looks just like real seatbelts. It can be painted whatever color you need. Plus it holds its shape.
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for the bringing up painting on the sprue. Guys swear by it and I have never had any idea why. The point you make is exactly why it seems stupid to paint on the sprue.
Tamiya tape is Washi tape. You can also buy washi tape cheap as hell on Amazon too. Get like 10 rolls of 1/2" tape for 5 bucks. So no excuses to use what works the best for that kind of money guys
Old school design studio trick when using masking tape on sensitive areas... take a bit of work tack off by laying it across your shirt or pants first. That being said, if there is a better solution... use it. If you want to do a good job, use the best tools.
Now I've got a real tough question for you... what do you do about a spouse who hates the hobby, and just thinks it's a stupid waste of time and money, even when you're an award- winning modeler? I bought a 9.99 photo etch kit and got my ass chewed over it the other day. "You've got enough of that junk you don't need anymore!"
This is where the convenient hearing clause kicks in …. You only hear what you want to hear , right ? 😎. I asked my ex years back , “ Would you rather have me chasing skirt , falling off barstools , gambling the mortgage payment away , or working on models ? “ Take your pick ! “
And I can tell you do not know spelling. Seriously move on. Go start your own channel. I have seen Don help thousands of people master painting and win more medals than you have words in vocabulary. What is your point other than bitching that you are not getting attention. Mommy take your binky?
Always love your videos and advice, Donn. But man I’ve gotta send you a 9v battery for that smoke detector! 🤣 Have a great weekend.
Just stumbled upon your channel and subscribed. I'm getting back into modeling after a 35 year break. Things have really changed and I think your channel is a good place to do some catching up.
Love listening to this guy, he`s totally into this hobby!
Also have his DVD`S, great info!
"Got the world by the a**"...! You keep on being you, Donn! Thanx for doing these videos!
I've been building since 1957 and enjoy your videos still learning your a good source for learning something new.
Couple of bucks will also take care of that smoke alarm. Lol . Love the info
Great video and tips on using and storing tape. I always store my tape in a covered container to keep any dust, hair or anything else from sticking to the sides of it. Have a great weekend old man. Terry
Love watching your videos and always look forward to Fridays, but if I may, I'd like to share a tip. Never lay a roll of masking tape on it's side on your bench. It will instantly pick up any dirt , dust and bits of plastic. Again, thank you for what you do.
Some great info here. Tamiya tape is great stuff. I do use 3m blue tape for DELICATE surfaces, for large areas, always stick it to a sheet of plastic, I use the cheap flexible cutting boards, and trim the edge to get a sharp edge, or to cut out camo patterns. Bare Metal foil is great for masking, I use it for model aircraft canopies, any adhesive residue can be removed with Goo-Gone, do NOT use Goof-Off or Oops, they are petroleum based and will ruin your life, Goo-Gone is citrus based, and I have never (knock on wood) had it damage the plastic, or paint.
Hi,Dale again, never mind, I just ordered your video. Your site made it easy, thank you! Can’t wait to watch!
I'm loving these Friday videos. Great tips. I too am guilty of trying to save money and regretting later. I appreciate your experience and abilities. Those that criticize don't understand they can ALWAYS learn something.
Tamiya tape FTW!!! Thank you for this one and hopefully people will listen. Stop using blue painters tape people!! It's for interior house painting. Never cheap out on modeling essentials, because you truly do get what you pay for.
I love your videos. I've been a life-long model builder, (let's see... built my first AMT 57 Chevy with my dad sometime around '86 or '87, so there ya go) and every video you make I see something I either never saw before or didn't know. And I know a lot of guys don't like your style, but you're my kind of guy. Straight no chaser, no BS...
I can't say I do everything you suggest, but part of that is my hobby time is limited, and sometimes sh!t just needs to get done, you know? Lol.
Some more Great tips Don!!! Cheaper materials usually means cheaper results. Thanks for sharing
Storing tape correctly ..... awesome tip !
Excellent tips Donn! I take your advise very seriously. Thank you for sharing! 👍🏻
Another great tip video. There are many tools you mention I have to write down. And add to my list.
I ordered all of the DVDs this week, can't wait for them to get here! I'm not as much interested in competing in shows as I am just building the best models that I can for my shelf.
Mailed out and on their way this afternoon , brother ! Thank you !
@@ScaleModelTechniques Awesome, thanks!
Really great tips!! :) you've helped me tremendously on all the tips& tricks! A big thank you :)
Great tips. I recently bought some Tamiya tape, and I am looking forward to using it. Thanks for sharing.
I like using the metal foil out of a box pack of cigarettes for seatbelts. It has a texture that looks just like real seatbelts. It can be painted whatever color you need. Plus it holds its shape.
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for the bringing up painting on the sprue. Guys swear by it and I have never had any idea why. The point you make is exactly why it seems stupid to paint on the sprue.
Pure modelling gospel old man!!
Another great tip , thanks !
Another great tip thanks
Just saying I like these videos man.
Thanks Again Sir, God Bless All !!
I agree with you on the tape i had to learn the hard way.
Your drugstore cosmetic department should have those cotton swabs
Do you airbrush with metallic acrylic paints or do you decant all your metallic paints from cans?
Airplane builders mask canopies with foil . Great for masking .
Very good very informative thank you
Tamiya tape is Washi tape. You can also buy washi tape cheap as hell on Amazon too. Get like 10 rolls of 1/2" tape for 5 bucks. So no excuses to use what works the best for that kind of money guys
Old school design studio trick when using masking tape on sensitive areas... take a bit of work tack off by laying it across your shirt or pants first. That being said, if there is a better solution... use it. If you want to do a good job, use the best tools.
Great video Don. Where do you order your BMF? The last 2 I got had so many wrinkles in them I could not use most of it so I quit ordering it. Ron
Appreciate the time old man, 🙂
Hi, I’m not good at this technology stuff, how do I buy your videos? They sound just like what I’m looking for.
You can order fromFaceBook… Scale Model Car Techniques or oldmansmodels.com
Thanks for sharing
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I have your first two videos and they are great! what's the 3rd video about?
Achieving The Ultimate Finish ….
@@ScaleModelTechniques Thank you! Does it go beyond the first two with your method? I want to buy it but it it's the same info I don't see the need.
@@ScaleDreamsStudio All new information, A to Z method on how I polish out my finishes and the products that are involved in each step .
@@ScaleModelTechniques Great! Now it's on my list of things to order. Thanks!
@@ScaleModelTechniques Don, I just ordered it! I'm sure it's going to be as good or better then the first two! you're a great teacher!
thank you
Does Jake live in the workshop?
He has a spot under the bench with the fur babies …😂
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link for the discs?
Facebook page ….
Scale Model Car Techniques
oldmansmodels.com
Old man !! No one had dvd machines anymore. You need to sell them as a digital download. Let me know
I second that. I, like many others cant use a DVD. If I could download I would purchase.
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Now I've got a real tough question for you... what do you do about a spouse who hates the hobby, and just thinks it's a stupid waste of time and money, even when you're an award- winning modeler? I bought a 9.99 photo etch kit and got my ass chewed over it the other day. "You've got enough of that junk you don't need anymore!"
This is where the convenient hearing clause kicks in …. You only hear what you want to hear , right ? 😎. I asked my ex years back , “ Would you rather have me chasing skirt , falling off barstools , gambling the mortgage payment away , or working on models ? “ Take your pick ! “
Tell her that you will start hitting the bars instead.
Open the door of her shoe closet..................!
I am a professional painter 30 + years
I can tell this guy don't no anything about painting or tape
And I can tell you do not know spelling. Seriously move on. Go start your own channel. I have seen Don help thousands of people master painting and win more medals than you have words in vocabulary. What is your point other than bitching that you are not getting attention. Mommy take your binky?