Hot Wheels Redline Restoration : 1967 Custom Firebird

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  • @strange-universe
    @strange-universe 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    as a kid it was great to be able to have these toys of one's favorite cars. The condition prior to the restorations is a testament as to how much playability they have.

  • @lonnyjaw
    @lonnyjaw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job guy! I had a red Custom Firebird back then. I'm still kicking myself after 40 years have passed that I gave my collection away like an idiot. BUT, I am in the process of getting them back again slowly but surely!

  • @kirasiohotwheelsracing6191
    @kirasiohotwheelsracing6191 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That's amazing. Could watch these all day.

  • @RiverasHotWheels
    @RiverasHotWheels 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Seeing past the small imperfections on the casting itself this thing came out sweet man. The windshield looks brand new!!! Missed some tail light details.
    Excellent work as usual. Good video 👍🏽

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you! Yeah, I totally forgot the tails were painted originally. I painted them after the fact but didn't want to film again. Takes too much time :)

  • @friendlyneighborhoodtrampo5081
    @friendlyneighborhoodtrampo5081 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I feel as though you matched the color perfectly! Plus those dents may look bad in ones eyes, but I see them as how this car has survived 50 years

  • @robertabraham7793
    @robertabraham7793 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your videos are really amazing and very inspirational, thank you for restoring such beautiful cars!

  • @THE_HW_MASTERS
    @THE_HW_MASTERS 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    awesome restoration as Always!!! ;)

  • @1teamski
    @1teamski 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love these restoration videos. I don't collect die cast at all, but I do appreciate the passion behind them!

  • @boerharms2209
    @boerharms2209 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    my favourite redline casting... you did a great job! looks great!!

  • @DiecastShowCustoms
    @DiecastShowCustoms 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    *Turned out awesome in my opinion, it survived 50 years let's see how far it makes it now*

  • @damianosavraammisaelidis9727
    @damianosavraammisaelidis9727 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mate. It turned out really well? Mate. It's perfect. I personally like these small imperfections. It gives a certain quality. Keep up the great work. I love your videos. I am a youtube "surfer" and crushing on your videos made me a maniac of seeing all your work. Peace and respect from a Greek Canadian. 👌👌👌👍👍

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!

  • @vwjoem
    @vwjoem 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my favorite red line casting. Great results

  • @HTHonda420
    @HTHonda420 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    And here I am 3:13 in the morning wide awake watching your videos love the work keep it up!

  • @joseromeroallio445
    @joseromeroallio445 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cada restaurador/renovador tiene su toque particular. El suyo es evidentemente la calidad del uso de la lija y el pulido y la fina terminación de la pintura.
    Un hermoso trabajo: gracias por compartirlo con nosotros.

  • @steven2212
    @steven2212 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice, almost hypnotic pace. Well done.

  • @svtbird9613
    @svtbird9613 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The car as a whole is awesome, you do some great work. Most of these cars when you get them look ready for the trash and you bring them back to life. Great job!

  • @jaredcoel8325
    @jaredcoel8325 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Firebird is one of my personal favorites

  • @Framed_Niner
    @Framed_Niner 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks PERFECT!!!

  • @captaincoyote1792
    @captaincoyote1792 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    No matter the craftsman, artist, woodworker....we are always more critical of our own work that are others. This is a beautiful effort....I love these videos for a couple of reasons. (1) they are incredibly Zen-like and relaxing to watch; (2) they take us back to our childhood; and (3) for some miraculous reason, at 63, I still have all of my and my brothers 200+ Redline Hot Wheels, Matchbox and Johnny Lightning cars. I'm retired now, but between my decoy carving, backpacking the AT, and antique refinishing, mountain biking and fly fishing hobbies, I intend to restore a couple of my die cast cars. Thank you----extremely nice job on restoring what was always one of my favorite Hot Wheels!

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, I really appreciate it! Funny is I started doing this for two reasons. 1st was the grandson, the 2nd reason is when I retire years from now I want to build the stack of models I've acquired over the years so I thought this would make good practice.

  • @davesubelack5599
    @davesubelack5599 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just found this exact casting yesterday at a thrift store for $1.99. The paint was a little rougher than yours but the hood, and wheels run great. I had to watch your video again.

  • @hasbeengood
    @hasbeengood 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man! You're a tough critic on your own work. That thing looks new!

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, I'm always critical on myself. The wife can't stand it!

  • @coffeecarsandmorewithdanny5749
    @coffeecarsandmorewithdanny5749 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for including the Amazon links. Nice finish!

  • @lurofa
    @lurofa 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice restoration. Congratulations from Brazil.

  • @timcooper5586
    @timcooper5586 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent Restoration, like the way you did the posts with the larger bit first.

  • @matchboxmark8191
    @matchboxmark8191 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always look forward to your videos! You are one of the best!

  • @sirrathersplendid4825
    @sirrathersplendid4825 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm not much of a craftsman and will probably never do a Hot Wheels restoration but I love watching vids like this. (Hoping some of your skill will rub off on my plastic modelling and airbrushing techniques!)

  • @donaldswink6259
    @donaldswink6259 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super sweet restoration.

  • @agwbcfjc2
    @agwbcfjc2 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent results. Thumbs up.

  • @PacManDreaming
    @PacManDreaming 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think it looks really good, especially with what you started with.

  • @BCBell
    @BCBell 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks fantastic! 👍

  • @charliejames1981
    @charliejames1981 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Just when I'm about to call it a night here goes a blue beauty from you.

    • @willm5032
      @willm5032 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      ME TOO, 16 HOURS LATER.

  • @williamgreen9307
    @williamgreen9307 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video dude thanks it looks awesome your good at what you do

  • @michaellorenzen7410
    @michaellorenzen7410 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    haha just found your videos a couple of hours ago this is like watching a Bob Ross painting show getting all my old cars out to play

  • @revzillo
    @revzillo 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    That blue really pops, I'd love to see that on a C2 Stingray or 67 Pontiac GTO, But it looks great on this firebird, great job 👍👍👍

  • @smm2k13
    @smm2k13 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome job!

  • @mtpleasantmadman7648
    @mtpleasantmadman7648 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    turned out great! I've been hooked on using the deep dish wheels on my restorations, really makes them pop. I too have not been having much luck with vibe tumblers either

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think I'm going to order some deep dish next time :)

  • @jeff0117
    @jeff0117 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best work so far!😉

  • @heavyweight6855
    @heavyweight6855 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work !

  • @kathyflorcruz552
    @kathyflorcruz552 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm happy its come this far too.

  • @SC-mq1eh
    @SC-mq1eh 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    A cool car, that came out pretty cool!

  • @keithperry8098
    @keithperry8098 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice restore👍

  • @louloop9137
    @louloop9137 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool as always.😎👍 A white background, white colored rotating circle and more lighting would pop the toys more 😎👌🔥🏎️🚗

  • @quickmix69
    @quickmix69 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another awesome restoration, i had a look at a couple of the links, it is really good, thank you once again for another fantastic restoration.

  • @MayorgasHotWheelsWorkshop
    @MayorgasHotWheelsWorkshop 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent job 👏

  • @snakesdiecast2962
    @snakesdiecast2962 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow amazing work very sweet paint job’ regardless of the metal imperfections love watching your red lines restoration videos’ Great vídeo bud ‼️‼️‼️😁👌🏼

  • @ed2097
    @ed2097 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job!

  • @bobbydixon257
    @bobbydixon257 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks really nice...👍

  • @Jsellers1965
    @Jsellers1965 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think itlooks awesome. I saw the rear wheel looked a bit odd but its looking good. I used the screw driver handle for the tap. I had to drill it out but it worked great.

  • @chuuska1972
    @chuuska1972 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    really enjoy your videos... i'm thinking of collecting hot wheels again... thinking...

  • @user-bp5py6bh3g
    @user-bp5py6bh3g 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving these videos, keep them up man! :)

  • @dhurt8955
    @dhurt8955 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I Always like your videos!

  • @dr.mohammed1502
    @dr.mohammed1502 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man I have watched a couple of your videos and I LOVE THEM. I am a mechanic and I love working on cars so I guess that's why I like these videos. I always had hot wheels as a kid and I lost a bunch of them. I wish I had all those I lost because I would restore them like you do. I'm definitely subscribing to your channel ! Keep up the good work man !

  • @easylarry1
    @easylarry1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It does look great

  • @Denis-bo8ms
    @Denis-bo8ms 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    You watch motorcycle racing in background, while I watch you in background as I work on my motorcycle parts :)

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha, that is awesome! I don't miss Supercross/Motocross for anything!

  • @kingtriplebbb5347
    @kingtriplebbb5347 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, that's Bad !!! Whoa , beautiful , you are the Man,👍

  • @Fourwheeljive
    @Fourwheeljive 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nicely done!

  • @Cars-to2qg
    @Cars-to2qg 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it!

  • @BigSkyModelWorkshop
    @BigSkyModelWorkshop 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Short of using putty and then chrome paint as a base, can't ask for much better than that! Looks good!

  • @mdrumt
    @mdrumt 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks awesome to me!

  • @leokimvideo
    @leokimvideo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Be very careful, I am now getting toy modification videos demonotized and failing manual review. It seems TH-cam are on the rampage or I'm the unluckiest producer on the site. My Dremil doesn't go that slow!

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yikes!

    • @sirrathersplendid4825
      @sirrathersplendid4825 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This video had no ads: is it actually monetized? u-tyub is turning into a totalitarian monster!

    • @michaelhall736
      @michaelhall736 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't know why they'd go after these considering these are the most harmless videos on TH-cam and don't break any guidelines.

  • @mikeypops73
    @mikeypops73 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks great

  • @deepkumarumradiya9791
    @deepkumarumradiya9791 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sir I have seen lots of your restrostion videos they are pretty good & I know that after restrostion these Hot wheels are given to a four year old but I would really love to see a full 100% DETAIL Hot wheel RESTROSTION VIDEO

  • @johndounts
    @johndounts 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's satisfying watching this restorations. Gonna subscribe going to watch all your vidz

  • @3nigma379
    @3nigma379 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally a firebird! My grandpas and dads favorite car and my dads first.

  • @JandrorsCustom
    @JandrorsCustom 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Que padre restauración saludos

  • @yohancastillo3386
    @yohancastillo3386 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good work

  • @mikebeson3866
    @mikebeson3866 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice Job

  • @tristansmallface1570
    @tristansmallface1570 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like this vid👍

  • @Ogma3bandcamp
    @Ogma3bandcamp 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job.

  • @eltibiovargas3398
    @eltibiovargas3398 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pretty cool car i like it man..🖐

  • @Daytonohrailfan
    @Daytonohrailfan 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video

  • @rostig01
    @rostig01 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think it turned out great and I still like the blue. Would like to see you do orange if that's an option.

  • @Iskelderon
    @Iskelderon ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job!
    Only change I would have made is to mask off the windshield to give it a purple frame to blend in with the chassis.

  • @TaxedtoXXX
    @TaxedtoXXX 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    good job, and i bet you could fix the other imperfections later. dont forget use walnut shells, a little Ajax, to help in the vibratory. plastic pellets are good for media too.

  • @darthhull85
    @darthhull85 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been watching a lot of these videos lately and I really like your finished product with this specific paint over the other channels. Maybe they go too thin? You’re just end up looking very nice and new

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Some don't turn out that way though :)

  • @1984buickboy
    @1984buickboy 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks good

  • @easyontheeyes78
    @easyontheeyes78 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Still a pretty car

  • @reddeerrebelrc6674
    @reddeerrebelrc6674 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice

  • @antonio-tt7js
    @antonio-tt7js 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    👏👏👏👏👏👍👍

  • @AnomalousOne1401
    @AnomalousOne1401 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really appreciate and enjoy your videos and this one is no exception. My question is regarding the imperfections in the body like on the trunk area and wheel wells. Is it possible to apply a small amount of a body filler to those areas? I'd be the first to admit that it would be major overkill and impractical to do so but considering how much you have invested into a hobby that you obviously love, who is to judge what is overkill and impractical anyway? Thanks for the videos and keep them coming.

  • @themole9898
    @themole9898 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Actually it's Perfect!

  • @inthelionsden6335
    @inthelionsden6335 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    She's a beauty.

  • @angahchelsea7146
    @angahchelsea7146 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely..

  • @bassmandanmartin3700
    @bassmandanmartin3700 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweetness!!

  • @The97randomkid
    @The97randomkid 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You've really inspired me to want to restore a Redline Hot Wheels. I found a pretty cheap Custom Firebird online. Did you use the medium size wheels for the back and the small ones for the front? So many options on the Hot Wheels Redline Shop website.

  • @juanalcala5822
    @juanalcala5822 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mi color favorito 😍

  • @kingtriplebbb5347
    @kingtriplebbb5347 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love it, I'm excited all over again, there's hope for us yet , 🤗😋😅🤣

  • @sidesbee8434
    @sidesbee8434 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice the firebird🖒🖒🖒😎😎😎

  • @Beautifulmusiclistnr
    @Beautifulmusiclistnr 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video!! I know that you mentioned that you polished the base off camera. Could you show a video that shows you polishing the base to give it that new look beautiful shine please? Thank you!

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I actually show some of this in the latest video. th-cam.com/video/JRj_RJiUtFw/w-d-xo.html

  • @saschagoretzki5504
    @saschagoretzki5504 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ok got it. Its a Floor Care.....found it on the Web. 😉😎

  • @JustinLedvina
    @JustinLedvina 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't know if you using new camera or what but your paint job looked really nice considering body. Really love how that blue came out.

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! No, same camera I'm just finally messing with the settings. It's a DSLR I've only had for a few months but never seem to get time to actually sit down and adjust.

  • @gussiongaming1342
    @gussiongaming1342 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awsome

  • @scottcobra1
    @scottcobra1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks just like it would, brand new in 1968. Me and my guys in '69/70 would always say "yo' momma" jokes pointing the flaws out in brand new cars when we met up on Saturday afternoons. Stuff like, "yo momma can't drive she put a dent in your fender" or "yo daddy can't wax a car without damaging it" or "y'all got a new car discount because your window was cracked before you drove it home". One guy even bought a Custom Volkswagen missing a headlight and the other not molded correctly AND a wheel that would stay on because it was cracked in the bearing area. He got hazed real bad but we took care of him with a spare from another older car.
    All those flaws give Hot Wheels itz character. The Firebird's trunk area always had waves in it. Mostly from the post being sandwiched down. Nice job !

  • @Shade_tree_garage01
    @Shade_tree_garage01 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    To RECHROMED rims try Molotow chrome pens! They’re fantastic!

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use them often and they are!

  • @breaks_n_stuff4049
    @breaks_n_stuff4049 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Decent.

  • @tuxpowerpc
    @tuxpowerpc 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this restoration. What I am curious about is why you do not use any body filler to take care of the deep divots for all the hard work you put into these cars? There is another gentlemen I came across who does similar restorations and he uses fillers which make a huge difference. Thanks for your great content!

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don'[t use filler with the Spectraflame paint because it would show through the paint. This type of paint is pretty transparent and show every tiny detail. Primer isn't an option because it will change the color.

  • @tox1k352
    @tox1k352 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice.

  • @andymejia4829
    @andymejia4829 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    even better than original

  • @NHfiddle
    @NHfiddle 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well gee, imperfections? What do you want for a 50 year old casting? I love your work. I have 1 redline(?)that I want to restore. Its a Shelby AC Cobra and I found it in the basement of my old house. Its yellow and its really beat up. Unless you want to do it?

  • @adamcboyd
    @adamcboyd 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should look at the electropolishing process baremetalHW uses. Super quick and easy and it will led you down the path of plating your own stuff. Even if i you do that already, the electropolishing is awesome.

    • @WheelsNThangs
      @WheelsNThangs  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve used the process a few times but never show it on film. I will show it on some future videos.