New Mini RC Drift Build, Converting a Model Car to RC: Part 1 Overview, Teardown, and Test Fit Axle

[@gorrammit]

note: when buying non-hobby grade motors always look for CARBON BRUSHED motors. conventional DC motors use thin metal fingers as brushes which wear through quickly. carbon-brushed motors are blocks which have a lot of material to wear through.

[@childbaker68]

Nerf gun mod motors such as meishel 2.0 or fang revamped are very good for wear too

[@DrilledPizza]

This guy is good at wasting peoples time and not getting straight to the point. Video starts at 4:00

[@johnjones3873]

I think this is an awesome idea and you should totally paint it Sunfire Orange

[@DustySteel]

Fender flares would be sick, especially if you build custom one piece louvers and a chin spoiler for the front.

I would like if you could keep it close to original, how it was back in the days, including the paint, but this one brings back some good memories from childhood best TV series.

[@REMIX_CNK]

Leave it primer grey...looks badass like it is

[@MetooFour07OnYT]

YOU’RE ON CREATOR ON THE RISE FOR ME!!!!!!!!

[@Jordan-hg1hg]

Maybe tube the front. Would look dope and you have room for everything else

[@RetroGamerr1991]

Wow that's a pretty accurate model of a 3rd gen. The mirrors fell off and even the panel gaps are spot on.

[@antonioramirez-gw3cw]

Cant wait to see it moving

[@stevenchoy3071]

A childhood dream, really cant wait to see this completed build

[@Lunar.Eclipse.99]

1991 Firebird. That's my dream car! I have a few models of them. All of them are Monogram kits. I am quite excited to see this completed and it gives me inspiration to do this as well

[@GodOf_War526]

I honestly cannot wait. This is making me giddy, ever since I was little I've been in love with the idea of doing this. I have no idea how you made that rear axel, especially that small but it's glorious. I'm super excited to see how you work out the steering, especially with the motor being in it's "proper" place. Thank you so much for this!

[@MakeItRC]

Thank you for the comment. I'm glad your enjoying the build! By the way the rear axle is 3D printed.

[@GodOf_War526]

Really? The gears as well? thats super impressive.

[@MakeItRC]

Yep gears as well. 3D printing is definitely opening a lot of doors for what can be built.

[@GodOf_War526]

Make It RC That's for sure. It's something I've wanted to get into and seeing your videos, it's like childhood dreams are coming true haha. If I may, what 3D printer do you use? I'm assuming a bit if a higher end one considering how intricate some of those gears most be.

[@MakeItRC]

The axle components and gears were made on a Formlabs Form 2 which is a higher end machine. I'm surprised it was able to print the gears being so small. I knew these printers were good but I didn't know they are that good.

[@gamingplace394]

I'm happy I found this page couldn't find a channel like this

[@grahamsmith2022]

I had one of these,great car,no issues with durability,it was built like a truck driveline wise ,build quality typical of the time,but bags of character and fun,extremely comfortable and great value car.

[@CrazedSymptoms]

Holy shit! By far one of the best channels I’ve ever found! Please never stop taking regular models and turning them into rc cars, this is amazing!

[@lenikt3560]

After 2 years of searching on the topic I've found one video. This one. Thanks dude

[@evoluke1069]

Can't wait to see all the electronics go into this, I'm really tempted to do one myself, a nice little budget drift car like this would be great

[@fazzyman136]

Probably total badassery

[@TheBeerBox80]

Rocking the primer actually suits the era of this car.

[@handyandy5861]

Tim Johnson I agree it gives it a drift missile vibe

[@Jay-hu6ne]

How?

[@kylemack8017]

For even more realism....I was thinking a few mismatched body parts and rotted out rocker panels

[@caseyspencer1878]

love the song w the axle fitting

[@MakeItRC]

Same. links to all songs are always in the description if you want to check them out.

[@fazzyman136]

Can't wait to see the end result 🙃😀

[@Riveraharry75]

Caught my eye… I’m a big Firebird fan so can’t wait to see how this turns out.

[@NostaIgiaJunkie]

Just got into modding my own models and converting them thanks to u! Would live to see a 1950s era rc car.

[@adamspitfire]

That firebird looks cool

[@isaaclemley3690]

It would be so cool to almost do a bosozoku style. With huge front splitter, widebody, victory pipes!

[@StraightupRussia]

I didn't even know converting model cars into RC cars was a thing, I like it. Subbed

[@gixxer_boi_2003]

Man I just love RV cars and model cars😍😍😍

[@SPcamert]

Bright red with a gold screaming chicken on the hood. 80's style!

[@us2ragaffur]

I am so excited about this one

[@butterman6281]

Absolutely stunning work

[@silveria999]

Excellent thanks for sharing!

[@FernandoPonteFilho]

Awesome idea, great work.

[@acrane2]

I am so excited too see where this goes. I know little about electronics but I have hundreds of model cars, and if i can find the parts I would love to build my own some day. Don't forget me when your channel blows up, because I know it will.

[@coltsigma]

Thanks and also you inspired me to try making one of my 1/18 scale diecast cars into an rc car

[@idkyet885]

The music is amazing

[@haxmen1206]

Good job you have inspired me into making my own eco car with my old Nissan GT-R good job

[@timsfinalburnerlolxd4351]

You deserve at least a million subs

[@BIGWIGGLE223]

I've actually painted outside while it was raining and then just brought it inside as quick as possible and stuck it in my dehumidifier and never had an issue. May help you in a future build. Great looking build btw!

[@skywaycustoms6472]

Where did the functioning 1:24 scale Driveline and rear-end come from that's the biggest question everybody wants to know????

[@MakeItRC]

You can find those components here: shop.makeitrc.com/pages/vehicles-kits-and-parts-1

[@skywaycustoms6472]

Thanks bud

[@THEONE2F3AR]

This is some quality production jeez

[@alanromero6059]

I like the primer look, maybe it should stay the way it is. Can’t wait to see it done!!

[@MakeItRC]

Yea I do like the primer look as well, gives it some character. Thanks for the comment.

[@alanromero6059]

No problem, I was looking to build a 1/10 TransAm to match my real one but I could not find one anywhere & I think I might try to follow your steps and custom build one myself, maybe a 1/18 scale 😃 You are doing a great job making these great videos. Keep it up!!

[@MakeItRC]

Glad your enjoying the videos! Depending on what year your T/A is, I believe HPI made a 4th gen 1/10 scale touring body. I'm sure its out of production by now but you might be able to find one on eBay. Also MPC makes a 1/16 82' T/A model kit that would be a bit easier to convert to RC than a 1/24 scale.

[@alanromero6059]

Sweet! I’ll check them out, mine is the 3rd gen GTA, and it looks just like the one you are working on, I wonder if sandable Epoxy would work better on your 3D printed parts for smooth surface? I used stuff like that when I fix Motorbike fairings, it’s super durable and sticks to plastic really good

[@MakeItRC]

Sandable epox might work. I may try it out some time in the future. Good Idea.

[@fords4life914]

the chunk of plastic..u took out....is pretty funny.....becuz thats where they rot in real life 🤘😂🤘😂😂😂

[@MakeItRC]

lol I guess that just makes it more scale then.

[@handyandy5861]

Make It RC lol

[@kaylaa1135]

Fords rock

[@RaymondSamuray]

Creator on the rise

[@stavb9400]

It would look nice if the engine will be visible.Either do not put back the bonnet or could ✂️ it a bit and make sure engine is visible.I would paint it a dark red / bordeaux. Good luck with the build

[@iZeroPvP]

great music and great video!

[@rcspeedracers6463]

Can't wait to see the rest of the build 👍

[@jamesmeredith381]

I've been using diecast cars and trucks! I've also used plastic models mostly for tractor trailers! Like BJ & the Bear, Movin' On, Smokey and the Bandit so I have my RC TV & Movie trucks!

[@tobascosauce3964]

Really underrated channel

[@ernietorres6730]

Awesome video

[@gammaechofoundationproductions]

WOW!!!! This video is very educational and informative! 👍🏻 I look forward to seeing more of your videos! You just earned a new subscriber! 🙂

[@robdogboy78]

This is awesome, can't wait for part 2

[@zeruiahwild1]

i'm starting way late but I've been looking around for 1:24th scale rwd rc drift builds b/c I was planning on doing a custom build myself, this looks really cool so far I can't wait to catch up and see the final result!

[@toshibe2805]

At the beginning I thought the music was going to get annoying, but you honestly kept switching it up enough so that it never got stale. Great video man, I'll be keeping an eye out for more in the future! :D

[@BastienAuxer]

I can't wait to watch this series. I had dreamt of turning my model 1979 Chevy Camero into a functioning RC car with a camera. Honesty I had no idea where to start or limitations on such a small size and how brutal the RC system could be. Thus the project is shelved. I wish you best of luck on your build.

[@maurice_mores]

Make it a drift K.I.T.T

[@crazygamers9358]

Or Smokey and the bandit transam

[@ThatWolfWithShades]

@@crazygamers9358 Smokey and the Bandit was an older model. Looks nothing like this one.

[@attackhelicopter7403]

@@ThatWolfWithShades IT doesnt matter, the black with the golden eagle is timeless :)

[@ThatWolfWithShades]

@@attackhelicopter7403 It'd look hella out of place on this model.

[@housindz2074]

Maurice-Mores

[@rafsolo]

The condition of that car matches what you'd find a real one in

[@TheLolman999880fr]

Subrscreeber awarded. Looking forward to this build!

[@dirtyeggo]

KZbin finally shows me something I'm interested in the trending page, definitely a creator in the rise

[@dandufour116]

So cool. I’ve been wanting to do this to a foxbody kit forever

[@itssoritojangru]

Cool and awesome I really like it

[@user-jv2xi3up5t]

Привет. Отличное видео, жду продолжения. Молодец!

[@christopherpoucher483]

Epic!!! I did the same model a few years ago! Got crushed b4 I could finish....

[@mitchdude9238]

Great video!

[@augustzackery]

This is so fascinating, I can’t wait to see more. Great video 👌

[@planelander]

wow man!!! more!!!

[@dannyb9083]

i remember when you had 260 subs, i was completely shocked that for the quality of your videos you had so little subscribers. Now when i look i see 1.6k well deserved subscribers (in my opinion you deserve more) i'm glad that others like me are looking forward to seeing you videos and are interested in what you are doing. Thanks for posting.

[@facechew7658]

Can't wait to see the next part

[@Patrick94GSR]

I knew it was a Firebird from the thumbnail, but I was hoping to see a KITT RC project. Oh well still looks awesome!

[@peterkiss1204]

Aw man! Can't wait to see it drifting around. The Knight Rider theme would be obvious but I would love to see it in full metallic gold-brown, or in graphite gray with a bright silver skirt around the bottom. Btw this 80's like song in the background provided a great atmosphere. In my childhood I was dreaming about converting my models into RC cars, but it was impossible for me at the time. But now with a little understanding of electronics and access to a 3D printer maybe I will give it a shot in the near future. Keep up the good work! I'm looking forward to see what a living beauty will this car become.

[@Rimonds]

10/10 for music in this video.

[@amarkown6351]

This so awesome 👏 genius

[@WakeyRC444eYupLad]

Paint it porsche mint green, one of the coolest colours ever.

[@hydrothunder6483]

This is what I like to see. Keep up the good work

[@DustySteel]

I've always wanted to see that car with a ducktail or rocket bunny spoiler. What about making the pop-ups be halfway and have leds?

[@jacup7519]

1 million views 👏👏

[@devilishmode]

Subbed. You somehow transported me back to my childhood

[@douglaskirk2543]

I have always wondered if this was possible, Thanks for showing me How. Great Idea, Giving me alot of them . . . Thanks.

[@lengthylad]

For the motor and /esc/reciever unit, use the 8000kv brushless from the Carisma GT24B. Perfect scale and god damn it has power!

[@9521jan]

Im super exited for this!! I have 2 brand new ae86 1/24 boxes i can do this with ❤️✨

[@claytonalexander4467]

Woever sells those electric motors is missing a great opportunity to make them look like well known engines for applications like this.

[@devon8419]

You should leave the front bumper off, put a cage there. Then paint it dark red with 1 of the headlights being black. Drift missile!

[@mallikwassim007]

Very presentable and detailed explanation.... good one ...

[@fazzyman136]

Btw u fulfilled my dream of somebody making an RC frm a diecast car

[@alienlobsteroo4882]

I hope your channel grows

[@some1.one1]

Wow, didn't expect home...

[@Astra_Life1]

I'm thinking of building a custom 1:43 scale model of my van but the front end is from the previous model could i buy a second 'donor car' to cut the front end off and frankenstein them together any help would be appreciated Thanks

[@Jay-hu6ne]

The firebird was built for scca racing and other things so it had enough frame strength to go around the tracks, Not drifting, there were plenty of manual cars running around. If you had a motor with more torque then you had to fabricate something, I used bed frame rails. Car has been running in the 9’s with no issues.

[@delfredperezae8620]

Rocket bunny bodykit looking asome

[@caseyspencer1878]

FLARES Dat would be sick

[@shadowops6869]

"like a glove" lol good build

[@ceegee8432]

Nice channel brotha!! I remember the days I used to throw down on the plastics!! Keep up the great work

[@dsimental6]

Knight Rider K.I.T.T. black with lights all around and if possible functional head lights. If you pull this you'll be RC Mod King...

[@asianinashed]

You can change the pop up head lights and make them actually work

[@asorosa7409]

I recommend doing an xmods gen 1 and evo video series because it would bring the community back

[@dylanstewart4861]

Also thank you for playing HOME:Were finally landing

[@vampcaff]

Love my 91 bird, great body choice!

[@HerRays]

I have an Nissan Skyline BNR32 GTR 1:24 scale and when I finish it I wanna convert it into a rc drift car so I'm watching you convert them.

[@bigsmoke1811]

Fourth gen and I love these cars I have a 92 V8 firebird I love the idea thank you for making this I love these cars

[@Scalegaragesofficial]

That'll be sick when it's done!