Ep.55 Scale Model [Race] Car Detail Tips

Here is a collection of a few cool model car building tips that you may have missed on a couple of my other videos.
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[@williamoconnor9885]

Never stop with the tips and tricks brother. I feel like some of the other channels just glide right past the hardest parts and go straight for the amazing results which of some of us may not be able to get to. Plus you,re "non-professional, un polished, raw" approach is most welcoming!

[@jamesfranczak4831]

If they ain't checking these videos....their missing out on some great Tips. I've been building for Years and Still learn something. Just wish I could still do it

[@dunhill1]

I really appreciate the tire lettering decal tip. Toning it down with that thinned black takes away the "toy" affect and does make it appear more realistic. I'll be doing this on all my future builds with tire lettering. Thank you for sharing. Awesome!

[@bubbapipe]

I do like your tips video. Would be cool if you could put up more of them. Thanks

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Im always open for tip suggestion

[@samfreeman2105]

@@TheLukaCeeChannel I would like to see some videos for high performance/pro mod/pro street fuel setups. Building a rat rod racer at the moment and need some help/tips

[@user-tn8ed1fn1i]

Thank you for the tire lettering tips.

[@StephanieElizabethMann]

Thanks for the tips. It is these small or sometimes, on their own, insignificant details that combine together to fill out and create the reality of the model. I know that people may not say when extra detail is missing but they really do notice when the extras like tyre brands, wiring, dashboards, padding and (on another of your videos) hinges that work and look like the real thing.

[@christopherridle7670]

I like that padding tip. I'll jump in with that one.

[@leewickles3124]

Ive been doing models for awhile but nothing like ur doing with all the realism like a whole new world I'm going too get a model today I'm so excited too do some of the stúff u do great channel

[@Funsho97]

Thanks for the roll bar padding tip. I've got a Dale Earnhardt diecast model by Action that already had a little detail to it but I have been adding more detail to make it look more like the real car. One example is, the interior tub, roll cage, dash, and seat were orange and looked too much like a toy, and those features were all red in the real car, so, I took it all apart, removed the roll cage using a dremel to drill out the heat welds to remove the cage from the floor of the interior tub. I have painted everything red that was red in the real car and painted the dash and panel under the rear window black. I even added some red dial needles to the gauges. Anyhoo, the roll cage didn't have wider parts simulating padding so I just painted those areas black but I just wasn't satisfied with that. I am glad that I came across this video and I have some 1/8 shrink tubing and I am going to try to make some padding for the roll cage. Thanks for the tip!!!

[@Funsho97]

Hey I tried it and it worked great!!! I cut the end off of a q-tip and put the tubing on the stick part and used a lighter to shrink it down and it was the perfect size for the roll cage bars in my model, got a few more pieces to do. Really makes the roll cage look very realistic!!!

[@jeffyoung8726]

I think you should continue to do these kinds of videos Luka! It's ALWAYS a learning experience. Something can be taken from every one of your videos. I can't tell you how much I've learned? Thanks, keep on building!

[@JDsHouseofHobbies]

Doing the flares on the Porsche was very impressive. I'll have to try that someday.

[@mathiastrum4582]

Nice Tip with the rollbar. I was searching for something like that because my next project has a rollbar and i want it too look a little bit more realistic. And the Tip with the wires is awesome. The most cars have batteries but without wires. That's a nice tip. Thank you for that. 👍 Greets from Germany.

[@lordmellis7135]

Definitely do not stop doing this, Luka, & stop looking at the analytics... it'll send you crazy! Great video as always

[@bobpratt8224]

Another great idea..I use heat shrink for a lot creative things

[@kentlangham5811]

The rollcage padding was a great trick / tip. I can see myself using that in a couple of situations. Thanks for the great videos.

[@paulburford9334]

This is what every level of modeler can use this information. Great job.

[@garyparker2969]

You Keep em Coming n I'll Keep Watching n Learning Luka Cee, thanks for Sharing n God Bless All.

[@rednwhitecooper]

I’m glad that Andy’s channel introduced me to yours. I’ve just gotten back into the hobby after about 20ish years away. Trying to get a little better than I was in my childhood, and watching some of these videos is helping give me new things to try.

[@rednwhitecooper]

Also, I’m jealous of that snaptite 2nd gen Ram dually over your right shoulder.

[@manuelkyle6591]

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[@G-WhizsWorkshop]

I too just got back in to the hobby after almost 20 years....technology and accessibility has made this hobby greater than ever!! Love this channel!

[@tombrewsaugh1399]

That's for these tips. Been away from the hobby for almost 40 years but am preparing to start up again. Being as most of my builds will reflect my love of sports car racing the roll bar padding will come in very useful. As will the rest.

[@PNW425]

hey Luka, just gotta say I agree with the posts I read below. I enjoy all vids you do. There are not enough hours in the day to watch everything I'd like. But I enjoy and appreciate your tips as a builder myself. PNW425

[@4trialsin]

Great video. Thx on the tip for roll bar padding

[@billffromnh]

Luka, this is the first video of yours I've watched, but it won't be the last. I'm a 70+ person who used to build model cars, but I haven't one in 35 years. In the60's I had a collection of between 40-50 detailed 1/25 scale models. This collection was given to a younger brother when I moved out of state in 1969. I believe he still has most of them. I do have 4 or 5 kits unbuilt kits stored away in a closet, I'll have to dig them out. Your tire detailing in this particular video was helpful & something I can use in the future. If your other videos contain the same types of info on different topics, I expect they'll be just as helpful. One thing I have learned over the years is how to airbrush.

[@guillermo3471]

Nice segue music Ozzy Osborne -little dolls 👍 killer tips bro thank you ! I envy your collection lol!

[@jimcollins4758]

Cool tip on the tires

[@mr.mckinnon5680]

I don't care what anybody says... Those were some damn good tips right there. Thank you.

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Thanks you

[@larrystipe3170]

Awesome video new to scale modelling these tips have taught me a lot

[@EricClapton1945]

Thank you for the ideas!

[@hillbilly7292]

Love your videos I have learned alot from you're videos please don't stop making videos

[@jeffoutlaw3457]

Thanks bro. I love your show. I like all the tips you have to give

[@aaronbaldea2734]

Nice job, Luka! The tire tip is really cool. Anything to add more realism to the finished build is good.

[@johnhopkins6565]

I get spoils of project wire from Radio Shack in red, black and white, sometimes I can find light blue as well. It’s the same gauge as the detail master, probably where they get it from.

[@JohnTaylor-kh1sv]

I love the tip videos, it help me a lot please since i have had a lot of mini strokes love your model Vehicles you do

[@misfitmolderslandairseaspa3050]

Thanks for taking your time do make this video. Great tips for the first time builders. A lot of people don't give us the time of day. so we have to watch the videos to learn then we wont catch the slack from it!!

[@johnhopkins6565]

Luka, I clear coat my tire sidewalks with gloss before adding the decals. That always seemed to give it something to bite into, then when followed by the dullcoat, it really looked like a rubber tire.

[@JPKelly-xr7tr]

Excellent Tips. Interesting observation: I build F1 and GT3/4 models but your channel is one of my favorites. My vote: keep doing what you're doing! Tips / Techniques universally apply across the entire model car spectrum!

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Thanks and you are 100% correct

[@eddiegonzales8431]

Just started up car modeling again, its been many years. Love the videos Lucas keep up the great work. I'm learning lots and your delivery keeps me interested

[@jeremystrickland7826]

Hell yeah that is badass man thanks for the tips gonna try that on my next drag car i build

[@tint661]

Old electric devices have small different colored wires in them. Those wires can be used to mimic cables and you can shape them to fit. We used to use sewing thread to imitate spark plug wires when I was a kid also. Crafting felt can be made to look like carpet and floor mats. I really liked your detailing hints. Thanks.

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

I have an old build of mine that is still in good condition that is from my thread for plug wires days. It is in my second episode of MCHH.

[@davidcampbell8929]

All your videos are great, don't stop, I always pick up tips normally on things I didn't know you could do and some are easier than I thought once I've seen how to do them. Oh, and hello from Scotland

[@larrydelaruelle5778]

I watch these videos to learn and he entertained. You check both those boxes. Thanks for this one and keep them coming.

[@RBelairjr]

I understand the way you explain and demonstrate better than some others do. Keep it up!!!

[@mirsadagic4171]

Nice vid dude! Nice tip about heat shrink, definitely gonna use it. Feel free to do more tips, I am about to do a rally car model, so I could use any small trick I could find. There is not much tutorials about rally cars, I guess not much rally lovers around.... Thanks, and keep up!

[@timcarlton5704]

Hey, nice video love your tips, you make it easier the doing it the late 70 ways. LOL. Like to see more of the pro street builds,.. hey thank for all your video.

[@garryramsey1949]

Next level modeling my friend. I'm building a Dale Earnhardt Pro Bass model. I want to go all out with it. This helps a bunch.

[@Studiocraft1971]

Luka I believe everyone gets great tips from your vids. Dont stop love your humor as well .

[@piercingpencils_art]

This is INCREDIBLE!!!

[@mikelawhon4335]

Keep going buddy you're doing awesome hope to see you another one

[@njcivicwagon1]

Great video. Awesome tips again. Thanks for sharing

[@chriswallace7312]

Thanks alot hoss for ignoring my questions on asking how to build a cowl hood scoop appreciate it

[@aaronbaldea2734]

Chris Wallace , Luka Cee Facebook page is the place to get questions answered. He’s nobody’s personal Jesus.

[@ericverpeten8503]

Nice, Great tips! always learn something, thank you Luka.

[@LagoAZ]

Greetinsg from Arizona! I love the channel and all content! Keep it up!

[@heidihobear]

Keep doing the vintage nascar stuff I love it

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

More in the works

[@sunkenshelf3137]

This video was super helpful I’m working on turning a ford gt snap tite kit into an lm car😃!!

[@donaldlarotonda7318]

Cool video I'm guessing clear smoke would work as well

[@MODELMIND72]

ROCK ON! BUILD STRONG!

[@charliegomez3795]

I really like the way your videos are put together . The Mustang, the hobby shop, the tutorials etc. The model builders life. The best subject matter. Why I subscribe. God bless you & yours.

[@GeorgesMiniatureCars]

I used to build plastic models, some of which I still have. My main focus is die cast collecting. I appreciate the modeling tips you show which is worth subbing alone. 🙂👍✌

[@alanwills6569]

Enjoyed the video. I always learn something.

[@youknoweverything7643]

And also man NASCARs and stick cars never use momo steering wheels only aluminum oval track racing wheels not that momo junk. I do thank you for all your videos and the love for the hobby helping out the community with tips and tricks for the last few years man on KZbin great stuff in all your videos

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Thank you

[@georgetaylor5482]

Luka, your channel, your videos, your way, I watch'em all anyway, so keep them coming.

[@williamfeather1753]

great tips on making rollcage padding iam going to do that on a nascar build i like the old nascarcar modelsfrom the 80

[@charlespalavros6952]

Great tips ! Thanks for sharing

[@pmb2442]

We learned something again today thanks for your explanation 👍

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

My pleasure

[@GregC1953]

Round Tubing also works great for expanding or making flairs

[@speedingjet]

I appreciate the tips, Luka.

[@Jason-tg5ky]

Awesome info thanks for sharing.

[@billylechuga9881]

Something new is good will try that 👍

[@nitropfunk]

That roll cage padding is awesome, great tip.

[@calienteron3008]

Great stuff! Will be using the roll bar padding tip. Thankyou

[@brianwittkamp1076]

Excellent tips.

[@mfgor7456]

I LEARNED! Enjoyed the video. Keep going.

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Thank you. I will

[@George-ew3gx]

Good stuff, thanks for sharing

[@gohst581922]

great tips! thanks Luka Cee!

[@ghrobbs]

Thanks for your tips, love your channel.

[@troydowning3302]

Cold pizza the best. Like the videos. Keep them coming

[@bucknertarsney7674]

Great video Luka. Really helpful!

[@blackbart8451]

Great tips! Love the channel and the help to build better models! Thanks for all your time you put into helping other modelers!

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Thanks for watching

[@bradleyspray9702]

Great idea

[@douglasmitchell5033]

Thank you for the tips

[@rickzinck9326]

Good tips Luka. Thanks

[@dongallowayjr3435]

Appreciate all the tips and your builds you show.. it helps advance my builds!

[@maxbrandt6]

I'm all about tips & tech! I'm gonna need all the help I can get!

[@Gofast222]

Dude - clean your decal water up!! I think I saw a couple dead fish in there!! Thanks for the tips!! 🤘

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Ouuu. You saw that.

[@daltonseagraves2426]

I love the UN-Build series,I love seeing old builds people have done.

[@teeVillain]

Excellent tip video, my fiend. Keep them coming.

[@pjs9346]

All builds you can learn something. Keep on rockin.

[@michaelcooke2559]

Nice tips. Love the tip on the roll bar padding.

[@jeremy2033]

Yes, i like the roll cage fix and the tires!

[@user-mj1ow1bl4g]

Hey Luka cee I've been wanting to try the seal from coffee cans to make stainless steel on dashes n such working on a stocker I'm gonna do it on I'll send pics

[@dendens8188]

Excellent detail

[@c.d.scalemodels9198]

Great tips Luka.......great stuff sir....thanks man!!!

[@joshuaglaude1549]

I like the unbuild. I like all your videos homestly. But, I would like to see more of the adventures in model car building.

[@robertbernahliii6495]

Love it man. What you should do is do a video tour of your model collection. It's like a Museum.🤘😎🤘

[@alastairmartin3049]

I watch all your videos. I think you should do some videos about your current builds

[@bigd-1-channel514]

Nice set of tips

[@barrymulligan3448]

Nice job with the videos. Great to see the old kits are making a come back. Keep up the great job.

[@richardschultz6522]

Love the videos I'm just starting to get back into it after 40 years of being absent I'm into the pro street Pro Stock street cars muscle cars any more videos on that a very interested thank you very much

[@shawnpritchard6795]

You are awesome 👍 I've learned a lot from you

[@r.a.p.k.models4160]

Me building a 83 hurst oldsmobile revell, and watching your videos, thanks.

[@kirchnerfarm]

Awesome video Luka...