My Top 5 Tools for Building with Styrene!

I cover my top 5 tools that I can't live without for building with styrene, plus I include a bonus tool. Styrene construction is a very rewarding and easy way to build whatever you need. No need to buy a 3D printer, when you can make your own accessories with these tools!
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[@RandomRCTV]

Dont let my wife know about the scale quilters guild !

[@stevebennett1563]

I found use a gray large metal snips to cut styrene sheets works fantastic

[@STEVOD313]

I'm thinking of trying styrene, so thanks for this video, it helped me out

[@skinanbonesOG]

I really used metal files allot more than sanding blocks now. I don't do any sanding until the primer is laid down now.

[@kravenkrawlhobby5438]

Always hear you out brother, I’m sure your a brother who can be trusted. A man who takes the time to build the pieces of work you do is a man to befriend. A person who takes this kinda time has an appreciation for greater things. Box stock, not doing it....gotta build it up. Great video brother, excellent info.🤙👍

[@MrGibbie2210]

Cool video, not many people take the time to let people know what to use, love the flexible saw, very oriental looking. keep them coming..... cant wait for the next one.

[@666RC]

I have found that women's nail files are awesome to use , they come in various grits and sizes

[@hyster16t]

A set of files and a multi cut 3in1 tool. None essential, but very handy. Great tips vid👌

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

Ah yes files are great too! I have everyrhing from a big ol flat bastard all the way down to jewlers files. The rounded and triangle files are fantastic.

[@jamesfarnsworth456]

New truck is ace it’s the best out of my group

[@rctrucktalk1149]

Dremel, such a versatile tool especially with the flex shaft attachment, yes I did say that...

[@PhiddyPford]

Zona makes the best razor saws. Fine and medium teeth, solid or flex

[@rc-ingaroundamerica8792]

Glad to see this info, been wanting to get into styrene builds for awhile but cant tilk the hobby stores open back up again

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

That razor saw is exactly how I lopped off the rear of my sons blazer to make it a k10 cab! With a styrene cab wall ;) then I used everything else in your list including plastruct adhesive to melt/ bond it together and squadron putty to smooth transitions and make soft edges.

[@sletcher48]

Thanks

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

I have that whole list! 👍👍 Plus a Dremel, Tweezers and Rheostats are my basics. 😉 Carmine ✈🚂🚙

[@barrettt442]

Hope all is well

[@alextourangeau1008]

Excellent video, as always! I think your selection of tools really covered the essentials well. I might add a pair of Xuron fine cutters, needle files (I use a diamond coated set and love them, as they can file pretty much any material I encounter). Of course, when we’re not talking about essentials, I’ve got a couple of items that you might also find useful in your builds, chief among them Bare Metal Foil. It’s fantastic stuff and you might find a ton of uses for it! Looking forward to more videos!

[@scalebuildersguild]

Good call, thanks for sharing!

[@hankdoral]

I like using thread for cuts, the resulting cuts are so fine one could easily replace the cut away part. A set of files from hazard fraught helps too.

[@sprather84]

Great vid my Canadian friend I am getting ready to try to splice a lexan body for my TRX 6 I'm sure there's plenty of us out there who are in need of an amazing tutorial video 👍🏻💯 can you help out some fans 😎

[@rcfreak2471]

I think a dremel is also a must have. Especially if you do lots of custom building

[@brazwewn]

Good basic list for sure. I find a cheap set of digital calipers extremely handy. Just a set of calipers are also good for transferring measurements which are hard to get with a ruler.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Definitely Wes! I use mine all the time!

[@paulstallings1177]

Pittsburgh brand digital calipers from Harbor Freight for approx $25. Yes, there are much more accurate and expensive calipers out there, but you don't need that kind of accuracy (tolerances < .005") when working with styrene. Useful for measuring accurate lengths and depths in both inches and mm up to 6" or 150mm, as well as scoring, determining tubing ID and OD.

[@jjpriem]

Other tools I use is a cirkel cuter and proxxon dril bits for wood and plastic. They have a centerpont.

[@leespinner1815]

I use micro brushes with MEK for glueing

[@highlandcrawler]

I go for a good utility knife over the exactos. Also keep a few with the tip snapped of for gouge work like body lines. I'd be lost without my cutting mat also.

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

In for the next run of decals SQG!

[@gwpattrick]

Women's finger nail files work good. Also the electric one also. You can buy adhesive backed sand paper and use them on the electric nail file thingy.

[@nukedathlonman]

I think my next serious build I'll go with styrene. Taking waaaaaaaaaaaaay too long 3DPrinting everything. So I've made a list based on this (I only have the hobby knife and square). :-)

[@bbeckers24]

I like watching you make the styrene parts, but I don't have the patience for it. Still an interesting video though.

[@henintsoar760]

Don’t forget potato chips. Best tool to have while you admire your work. My favorite: jalapeño flavors. 😋

[@thenar]

Pin vise. I often need a small hole and the Dremel is too aggressive. I,also use 1-2-3 block to get those square corners perfect.

[@vindivergilio3482]

Can't get by without my Dremel tool set or jeweler's files

[@jamesfarnsworth456]

I need them

[@EugeneRCDrezgalovo48rus]

great video, like my friend from the heart!greetings from the Russian Federation👍🇷🇺

[@sonjaroets844]

Make a video of your casspir mrap pls I love casspir

[@RealTalk-2]

Can you build a styrene Jeep ZJ?

[@CoachD386]

Bucket of popcorn 🍿 would’ve been hilarious lol

[@scalebuildersguild]

Hahahahaha! Yeah, I should have thrown some nonsense in there. “You must have a eraser shaped like a bee.”

[@CoachD386]

Scale Builder's Guild 😂😂😂

[@CharlieBrown-co4ge]

my favorite all time tool is a 3d printer

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

So I asked Josh on Facebook, did you see the new body proline is working on? I will wait while you look at thier instagram... Also go to the SHREDDY LYFE channel. Guy named blake wilkey made a vid a few years back, hooning about downtown san Diego in his LS powered baja bug. I live in the same city as him. Its wild a local hero is getting a body made of his new rig! (The original was sold to a prince in Dubai to avoid confiscation lol)

[@00godlovesus]

You are the bonus tool:)

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

I have been called a tool on occasion...

[@jjpriem]

And my dremmeltool with cutting and sandingdiscs

[@RcNickster709]

Wait!! What?? There's a "Scale Quilters Guild".. WHERE?? LMAO Great video and some pretty nice tools. Thanks for sharing

[@Smile-N-Bear]

Very informative Matt! Video as well as comments from your sub's. Been here from the 500s! P.S. Harley Designs is also a TOOL!🤣😂🤣😂👊 #GOTEAMMATT

[@sonjaroets844]

Make a video of your casspir mrap pls I'm a south African and love casspirs

[@jackdaniels7913]

Hot knife or hot wire cutter... 🥃cheers🍻

[@gmummy]

Been looking to score some styrene but craft store is closed

[@hankdoral]

"...and the european judge gives the styrene a 6"

[@barajastony0]

What foams would you recommend for the axial r35 bfg krawler?

[@scalebuildersguild]

Pro-Line or Crawler Innovations.

[@MWall711]

Not sure if it's a tool, but CA glue (and accelerant) and plastic cement could be added. Curious what you use most to stick pieces together?

[@scalebuildersguild]

I use styrene glue, or MEK. All of that is covered is my How to build with styrene video!

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

Oh yeah I use both plastruct brush on, and Bob Smith industries medium CA with the kicker instant set spray. No clamps required lol

[@doomsdaykey4308]

What glue or bonding agent do you use? I can not get MEK where I'm at.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Try ordering "Same Stuff" from Micromark, it's the same stuff.

[@paulpitmon6663]

Hey buddy. Thanks for another shopping list, lol. The MEK you refer to in other videos, is that just methyl ethyl ketone, commonly available at my hardware?

[@scalebuildersguild]

That’s it!

[@jjpriem]

A panel scribing tool used for making panel lines on modelaircraft. Ideal for cutting and scribing.

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

Oh thats a good one!

[@techristopher8077]

Walmart doesn't carry #11 Xecto blades, had to order mine offline.

[@scalebuildersguild]

Good to know!

[@1936fordcrazy]

What glue do you use?

[@scalebuildersguild]

MEK.

[@lucasc2945]

Where do you get your styrene from? I looked on amazon.ca but everything was like 60 or more for only a couple sheets

[@SFarling]

LJRC Get styrene on eBay, Hobby Lobby, Hobby Town, or most local hobby stores sell it!

[@paulywalnuts1288]

Steve sibe-rplasticssupply.com/

[@paulywalnuts1288]

They are on e bay but it’s cheaper to order right from them. Just got some for a build a few weeks ago. Super fast shipping too considering the climate out there.

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

I found a model train store near my house with both evergreen and plastruct textured sheets rods and bar. Failing that, find some FOR SALE signs. They are made out of styrene sheet!

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

I also eat chips the same way. Drives my wife MAD lol "do you have to crunch them like that?!" Yes... They are chips.

[@nicholasbarber4193]

What about nipple clamps?

[@scalebuildersguild]

I mean, use 'em if you got 'em!

[@nicholasbarber4193]

I didn't see you mention a lighter or heat gun, for shaping contours into it.

[@scalebuildersguild]

BECAUSE THAT'S FOR NOOBS! Hahaha, just kidding Nick, but to be fair, I rarely use that trick.

[@MrHotrodharry]

I use my hands also.

[@timnolder3797]

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[@archielenore]

#scalequiltersguild 😂😂

[@seanhanley947]

Those chips better have been gluten free

[@CharlieBrown-co4ge]

hi

[@nathonbrown3596]

Two words, the chopper

[@Evan_Moore61]

The intro was oddly entertaining to watch, and I hate listening to people eat. These tools and tips will help greatly when I finally get around to building a replica of the Dodge ambulance from M*A*S*H.

[@SharkeyGEE]

That’s a rule not a ruler 😉

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

Royale with cheese?

[@TheMileHighRC]

A bag a chips a day

[@scalebuildersguild]

Lately, it has been!