Pinned my first model this past weekend. My friend gave me some tips as well. Never knew such a thing, but it makes so much sense. Thanks for a great video
Great tip video! When I did contest models I would use pins to hold certain parts together (hood sides etc.) so they could be removed for display, also helps in the assembly process.
Nice video, Adam. It's funny, the tips we take for granted sometimes we forget about those who may not know these tricks. Then again, that's why we have channels, lol.
That's nice. Now I can use that to mount exterior door mirrors, and worry less about breakage. I have used small brass tubing, to fabricate drill guides to center the drill point. This is good to do a perfect center where, like the '40 Ford kits have the button to attach the gas cap. I am certain that the cap is dead center. Something else that I have done, is that I have a scrapped '48 Ford convertible kit, that I cut the rear fender out of. Then scribe cut the gas cap cover door out. And made a template to scribe cover doors on some of the '40 Ford sedan, and coupe hot rod project builds. I do these in the '50s style rod builds. This looks good.
@@sodakmodelcars Thanks, I got the drill bit guide idea when I took the heads off of my flathead engine, and one of the bolts broke off. The end of the bolt was below the surface of the block. So rather than risk having an easy out break off, I measured the bolt holes in the head got several diamimiter brass tubes, sleeved them down to make a good pilot hole in the broken bolt. Removing successive tubes, enlarging each drill bit, until the hole was large enough to tap it to put in a new bolt. I modified this, to drill a hole in a round2 release '40 Ford sedan so that I could use a ladies watch winder stem for the gas cap. The fender would break before that gas cap would come off. I have some other ideas for using the drill guide to experiment with for fabricating, or repurposing other parts for other projects.
Pins are a great idea. I use them for mirrors, handles and wheels. Like you mentioned you can dead center your part with less mess. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the tip. My biggest problem is like learning or rear end to get my two pieces where I got the hole in the same spot great video thanks for sharing
Great tips! I have been using pin-cushion pins, but those are often too thick for tiny parts. I will try your suggestion of using thin-gauge wire rods and finger drillbits
Hope it can help! The small 0.015 is great as it can be fit to nearly anything and is plenty strong for the purpose. I also use the small wire for things such as hood props and antennas better scaling than plastic.
What is funny is I started using this with my kids toys every time they broke an arm off. But I now a days use it on axle repairs. I actually used paper clips before I found the wire at Hobby Lobby.
Great tips for someone like me that has shaky fingers. I'm famous for smearing glue with side mirrors. Thanks!!!
Thanks Larry hope it helps!
Nice tips on how to do it. You'd be surprised how many don't know anything about it.
Thanks Rob! Yeah, I figured its one of those quick tips that helped me out.
Pinned my first model this past weekend. My friend gave me some tips as well. Never knew such a thing, but it makes so much sense. Thanks for a great video
It's certainly useful and can be expanded throughout the build. Welcome and thanks for watching!
Perfect timing! I want to pin the mirrors on my Chaser kit.
Right on!
That is really cool. I am a newbie to pinning so I'm really glad you posted this. Thank you!
Good to hear! Thank you
I just started pining parts and I find that I like the process. Great video.🤓👍
It's very helpful technique
I'm so glad I scrolled back on your videos, Adam. I needed this one
Right on, Happy you found it!
Great tip video! When I did contest models I would use pins to hold certain parts together (hood sides etc.) so they could be removed for display, also helps in the assembly process.
Thanks Tom! Yes many uses or needs it can fill.
Great video that helps me out 👍🏿
Thanks and glad it can help!
Cool how to Adam. Ron.
Thanks Ron!
Nice overall presentation. Good In-depth understanding on how to use them and description on all items you use.
Thank you! I appreciate the feedback.
Nice video, Adam. It's funny, the tips we take for granted sometimes we forget about those who may not know these tricks. Then again, that's why we have channels, lol.
Thanks Henry! Yeah I figured it was pretty common but likely not known by everyone and just a few minutes to pass it along.
Nice how to video. Its something I do without a second thought which I'm sure most beginners don't know about.
Model on!
Pat
Thanks its something simple, quick and easy to not to share. People have to hear it for the first time sometime...
@@sodakmodelcars exactly...nice work!
Great tutorial. 👍
Thank you!
That's nice. Now I can use that to mount exterior door mirrors, and worry less about breakage. I have used small brass tubing, to fabricate drill guides to center the drill point. This is good to do a perfect center where, like the '40 Ford kits have the button to attach the gas cap. I am certain that the cap is dead center. Something else that I have done, is that I have a scrapped '48 Ford convertible kit, that I cut the rear fender out of. Then scribe cut the gas cap cover door out. And made a template to scribe cover doors on some of the '40 Ford sedan, and coupe hot rod project builds. I do these in the '50s style rod builds. This looks good.
Yes the pinning method is nice for less mess, accuracy, strength, test fitting, repairs and more.
Nice tips and system you have.
@@sodakmodelcars Thanks, I got the drill bit guide idea when I took the heads off of my flathead engine, and one of the bolts broke off. The end of the bolt was below the surface of the block. So rather than risk having an easy out break off, I measured the bolt holes in the head got several diamimiter brass tubes, sleeved them down to make a good pilot hole in the broken bolt. Removing successive tubes, enlarging each drill bit, until the hole was large enough to tap it to put in a new bolt. I modified this, to drill a hole in a round2 release '40 Ford sedan so that I could use a ladies watch winder stem for the gas cap. The fender would break before that gas cap would come off. I have some other ideas for using the drill guide to experiment with for fabricating, or repurposing other parts for other projects.
Great idea. I pin all my old roll cages usually with styrene cuz my hobby shop doesn’t carry k&s wire that small. 👍👍
Thanks! These small wires have been very handy for pinning or making antenna, hood prop rod, gear shifter/turn signal, etc. Highly recommend to have!
Pins are a great idea. I use them for mirrors, handles and wheels. Like you mentioned you can dead center your part with less mess. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Adam great tip for pinning I do it the same way I need to get some of that 0.15 wire thank you for sharing
Thanks Jamie! It's a good universal size for pinning, prop rods and/or anything thats 3/8 line in scale.
Thanks for that. Not something I had thought of.
You're welcome! Thanks for watching
Nice pinning technique, I could use these on side mirrors.😊
Yes, mirrors are a prime candidate for pinning. Hit the mark and makes them very solid and much more difficult to knock off later.
Thanks for the tip. My biggest problem is like learning or rear end to get my two pieces where I got the hole in the same spot great video thanks for sharing
You're welcome Butch
Great tips, Adam! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you and you're welcome!
Most excellent video,😮😮😮😮 thanks for sharing it.
Thanks Rob!
Great tips! I have been using pin-cushion pins, but those are often too thick for tiny parts. I will try your suggestion of using thin-gauge wire rods and finger drillbits
Hope it can help! The small 0.015 is great as it can be fit to nearly anything and is plenty strong for the purpose. I also use the small wire for things such as hood props and antennas better scaling than plastic.
Nice Video, Nice Tip!!! Thanks for sharing
Thank you Mike! Hope it can help!
Great how to.keep them coming
Thanks! I'll try!
Great video. Well done. 👍
Thank you Matt!
great video . thanks for sharing. that's a big help.
Thanks and you're welcome!
What is funny is I started using this with my kids toys every time they broke an arm off. But I now a days use it on axle repairs. I actually used paper clips before I found the wire at Hobby Lobby.
Nice! It's a good and strong repair style.
Great tip Adam
Thanks Jeff
Nice Video Thank You SIR
Thanks and you're welcome!
Nice tips
Thanks
Great tip. Thanks. Like that paint job, what colors did you use?
Testors lacquer Root beer and Bronze. Did a how to paint with it last week if you want to see more.
@@sodakmodelcars Thanks, I will do that.
Nice 😅
I was looking to get one of those dead center starters but they wanted more than the price to ship it
Yeah thats the way it is sometimes, I waited until I could add some other detail supplies with it when I got mine.