Redline Restoration: How To Step by Step

[@jeremymayo6914]

I love this guy's videos, he's like the Bob Ross of toy car restoration.

[@djdannyvillagrasa2318]

i was thinking the same!

[@EricMartinSmithOfficial]

Jeremy Mayo therapeutic

[@judy-9999]

Jeremy Mayo Your comment re Bob Ross is a very kind and accurate observation; I agree. Nice :-)

[@NikolaZagorac]

What you just said is brilliant

[@rattlesnake2345]

*rob boss because he is a boss

[@kad85742]

This was soooo helpful. I've just recently decided to pick up Hot Wheels restoration and was having trouble putting together all the shorter videos to visualize the whole process. This is EXACTLY what I needed.

[@nugentji]

Really appreciate your passion for the cars. I've collected for 47 years. Still have the same HWs from childhood, and a whole lot more, of course.

[@HaakonAnderson]

As someone who has watched thousands of hours of KZbin over the last 11+ years, this is definitely one of the best videos I've ever seen.

[@doodbro931]

Should definitely make an updated version of the video with all the new techniques and alternatives that he has shown off since this

[@Loem28]

I really love these videos. I have too many hobbies already, but I have to admit, the work and the skill you put into these is amazing. Thank you for sharing your passion with us.

[@baremetalHW]

lol I have too many hobbies also... I get around it by saying my hobby is collecting hobbies.

[@shredBucketheadshred]

The discoloration looks to me like the nickel plating missing in some spots, have you ever thought of re plating them with a home electroplating kit then polishing a completely perfect uniform finish before you paint?

[@therestorationofdrwho1865]

shredBucketheadshred you can also electroplate plastics like that silver section he painted.

[@satkum2101]

The Restoration of Dr Who you cant because it has to be conductive

[@Laloloop]

Sat Kum there are techniques to plate plastic. And they exist since the late 30s

[@humwheels8216]

the tool you used to cut of the tires are called "end cutters" I think... : )

[@mr.e3609]

Yea you're right

[@jeffpersson]

You can see several brands on Amazon if you search on “Compound Tile Nippers”

[@craig7540]

or top cutters

[@lesneyrestorations574]

In the UK its Pincers

[@dogwalker666]

End cutters used for PCB work

[@LuxorVan]

When it comes to attempting to fill voids or pits with Lead "Not Solder on a roll" you would need to make sure you are actually using a torch and ensuring you heat the car to the point of the lead melting "if you chose lead work"! They still use lead in hotrod body work and it is a craft from an Era where body filler was not available. But you would also have to make sure that when you apply it, you take the time using the right tools and a torch to blend it. But a technique that might really work for you on this and keep you away from lead would be to use solder paste and either a heat gun or torch until it melts and flows! With the paste you could apply spot repairs easily and just heat it until it flows, you may need to find some custom jewelers tools for ring making in order to blend the repair smooth, then using your wheel and compound you could smooth the repair. When it comes to discoloration I worked in a Shop that handled Stainless for Marine Applications and in special situations or where we had issues with blending from welds we would use a White rough on the wheels, it leaves a finish that would better be suited for your restorations, but it is usually almost twice as much per bar than normal Rough! So looking on ebay I found these! Just search for low temp solder paste, they have a tube or "No Clean" for about $11.50 ebay item 282271534308 and the white polishing compound is $4.97 ebay item 191929298922 they also have 22 carving or sculpting spatulas for $27.99 for the solder work ebay item 361900810661 ! But you will also need a hot air rework system or small adjustable torch for the soldering and practicing using the solder method would be best before using it for many other restorations, that way you can perfect it! Also with the right type of compound "they do have buffing compound sticks for plastic" and with a dremel buffing wheel you could restore windshield's on the inside and outside! A 2lb bar for plastics is $21.95 ebay item 331612357160!

[@delsmithfishing2891]

Thank you for the great videos . I'm 55 years old and still love these cars . I can't wait to get to my moms house and get all of mine . I still have a ton of these cars and matchbox cars from my childhood !!!!!

[@baremetalHW]

Links have been added to the video description.

[@adamcornelison8021]

baremetalHW i am trying to restore some of my old hot wheels main lines can you do a video on doing one

[@Jaxta2003]

baremetalHW I have a slightly scratched 1971 matchbox blue shark no 61 still with the sticker on the front how much do you think this is worth

[@angeryanimal398]

ITS NOT PIPE-ETT ITS A PIP-ETT

[@greggale5165]

Its actually a PIE-PET

[@scottg9481]

baremetalHW have you ever tried painting the car with the chrome paint and then the spectra flame?

[@chadibaytamouni3503]

It s never boring watching ur restorations process even if u repeat the same steps each time u film a restoration.. one of my favorite channels on youtube.. thank u for sharing these videos! Keep making more!

[@baronvontourettes]

Would like to see some old matchbox cars turned into spectra redlines. There are some really cool castings. I also notice there's no old original Topper Johnny Lightning restoration videos.

[@baremetalHW]

I will get on that! Thanks!

[@jelly0123]

I apologize if I'm asking in the wrong place but how much do you typically charge to restore a Redline car such as this one?

[@baremetalHW]

about 15$

[@jelly0123]

Wow, that's beyond a bargain with the high quality work you do, thanks for the swift reply!

[@JeromePJr]

$1,000,000

[@TouYube007]

​@@baremetalHWstill doing these?

[@edwealleans]

Probably been asked before bit could the chrome paint be used before the yellow to hide the metal discolouration?

[@soulside]

These videos are awesome. I’m not a collector and this has inspired me to start customizing my son’s old cars. Thanks for including the information on the tools and products you use. What’s your opinion on self-tapping screws?

[@jbenedet]

Thanks for going more into the process. I found your channel last week, watched a bunch & subscribed. This is the first video I got notified on. A question: when you paint, you said you wait for each coat to dry. How long does that take? Is it a matter of minutes, or longer? (does it dry quick enough on the car that the urethane paint isn't hardening in your air brush?)

[@baremetalHW]

John Benedetto It normally takes less than a minute... I have never had the paint harden in the airbrush... though given enough time it certainly would. Thanks for watching!

[@ryantrask9690]

baremetalHW how much would it cost for you to restore my 1960's N° 13 Hard Wheeled Yellow and Green BP Dodge Wreck Truck?

[@Ke3per88]

Im 28, and haven't played with hot wheels since my grandmother fetched a box of my dads old cars out when i was eight. This is wonderfully nostalgic to me (my dads cars were from the 60s). Subscribed

[@T_Crushed]

This video got even better when a chicken showed up on camera!

[@melissatremblay9255]

T_Crushed your right

[@michaelreece458]

You crushed it T-OrangeCrush!

[@ZGryphon]

I love that I had just enough time to think "wait, was that a chicken?" before he said "And yes, we have chickens."

[@wparo]

No. It didn't. He didn't even let us have a bit of fun by commenting on the chickens. He said what is meant as "Yes shut up all of you, and don't make any cheerful comments, I have chickens, and that's the end of that".

[@samlem1121]

i agree

[@jeffsnodgrass9747]

I have been watching your videos over and over and really enjoy them. Very informative and educational. Because of your channel, I have decided to start restoring Hot Wheels as a hobby. I placed orders for all of the needed tools/equipment yesterday, and have four '63 Split Window Corvettes to start on. I have won a few of the "Sweet 16' that I will move on to when I hone my skills. Thanks for the motivation to try a new hobby!!

[@1964corvan]

ever try painting the base metal in chrome paint first and the hitting it with color.....

[@theupscriber65]

Love your videos. You mention that fillers and primers can't be used because Spectraflame has to be be sprayed on bare metal. Spectra flame says it needs to be sprayed over their LIQUIDMETAL™ VM4201 basecoat, which is to be sprayed over primers and fillers. Just wanted to provide a possible alternative for the really beat up cars. Thanks for posting great videos!

[@Kholdstare0503]

There are literally dozens of names for those snippers. The one I use to look them up are End Cutting Pliers. I just call them End snips.

[@RocketRadioShow1]

Mr. Meeseeks end snips

[@omikronweapon]

snip-snipperoorskies

[@davidgardner5873]

I'm Glad Your Restoring These Car's And Keeping Them Alive, They We're A Part of My Childhood, I Still have a Few, Thanks for the Great Work And Info.

[@AMentorway4u]

Wow. Great Job once again. Life is made full by passion. I owned the original. Lol Maybe that's where it ended up. Great

[@MrHeadbanger366]

You do excellent work. I'm 51 years old and have Hot Wheels cars from decades ago.

[@marcocinquini1985]

The tool at 3:10 is called carpenter pliers or pincers. Nice video BTW!

[@fhsjdjskkshi]

No it's nippers.

[@BettySwollocks13]

@@fhsjdjskkshi no they are pin snips :)

[@Bluntobject]

No, they are "end cutting pliers." We had to learn the specific name of all the hand tools in high school auto class.

[@mrpistonrecaro6483]

Great channel and skills! I own a lot of junkers. Just waiting on the right time to put your technique to work. Thanks for taking the time to show us

[@Daniel-lx3nh]

This is probably before he started to zinc plate

[@Blinco440]

The tool that you used to cut the old tires off is called Tile Nippers or Cutting Pliers. You did a very good job on this Redline restoration. 🏆🏆🏆

[@mrbells8998]

if you copper plate the metal you will be able to solder

[@openfbtd]

@@lostalone9320 You then nickel plate the car for the silvery look :D

[@MrRokitrod]

You have nailed it again on every point, thanks. The info, though fairly straight forward, is valuable and concise and you make it sound like so much common sense. I like the idea that economics can deliver near mint cars for a fraction of the cost of an original mint one. I guess it all depends on the detailing in the body and that would obviously dictate the amount of effort invested but the result is certainly worth the time and low dollars in materials. It's like watching old friends come back to life again. Your videos have singularly inspired me to do restores for myself. Thanks again for the best custom show on the third rock from the sun...cheers, Rod

[@apodis4900]

If you work in industry you have to know the proper name for tools. If you're using them as an individual it doesn't matter what you call them, at all. People can see the tool in the video, they don't need to hear the name. Go to a tool store and they'll see them hanging up there for sale. Ignore the people saying you need to use the real name, you're a model car renovator, not an engineering tutor. At least not in this context. For a start they will have different names in different countries, and different names in different parts of those countries.

[@williamjackson6519]

Thanks for all of the videos and tips. I was having a "hit and miss" time with removing rivets and finding screws to self tap the holes. I just ordered the tap, tap handle, drill bit, and screws you recommend in this video. Hopefully this will solve the assembly problem. Keep up the great work and videos!

[@brandonflicek2252]

How can I send cars to you? I have some cool old ones.

[@joserod0777]

why send them to him get your assistance on the table and restore it your self

[@brandonflicek2252]

Jose Rodriguez You got it wrong. I just want to give him them...

[@joserod0777]

Brandon Flicek dud I'm sorry I was so rude for saying that,you said a few videos were people send boxes to a guy named posh something and the open daily the box in a bad way and toss them in a box and offer to sell the @ $18.00 each and I think he was jack up

[@brandonflicek2252]

Jose Rodriguez it's alright Jose I get it.

[@Omnihil777]

I learned so much from your videos, thank you. Although I'm not restaurating Hot Wheels, there are several techniques I can use when I'm doing my old calculators. Thanks again.

[@mkerom6632]

wheres the Mad Max Custom #5 (part3) ????? been waiting for it. awesome videos than you

[@cuhurun]

Wow... haven't seen one of these little critters since the 70's... real flashback to the purple one I had during my childhood. Excellent vid, thanks !

[@Fastxfords99]

Where can I buy the replacement suspension parts and wheels for these old hotwheels cars? thanks.

[@baremetalHW]

redlineshop.com

[@DirtyReaper]

That online store needs to sponsor you! lol, yet another great video, thanks! I don't even collect hot wheels nor restore them I just like watching the restoring aspect!

[@antonio-tt7js]

muy buen trabajo. excelente!!

[@hournd30fah]

antonio sayavedra yeah

[@Tmuk2]

Could this be the most addictive channel on KZbin?

[@IntegraDIY]

Don't they sell chrome paint? That could work to help hide discoloration

[@cartcam6856]

Actually that is a good idea. I would like to see the results of spectraflame painted over chrome paint.

[@bigdog4375]

Krylon Looking Glass spray paint. Would work well for the chrome parts as well.

[@mr.joshua204]

I love your videos. I recolor action figures, resin cast parts for figures, and do model kits. And this seems like right up my alley

[@TheLoxxxton]

If you restore a car and also have a mint original it would be cool to see a side by side comparison

[@GalbreathSQuin]

He has one that I know of. Look up BaremetalHW model t restoration.

[@GalbreathSQuin]

Look up BaremetalHW 1969 hot wheels custom Woody restoration. I believe he has a side by side there!

[@mitch394]

Thanks @baremetalHW, but could you possibly make a video on where/how to buy the cars and what a good price is for them. keep up the good work.

[@SummonerArthur]

Whats the difference between a redline and a normal hotwheels?

[@SpookyFubuki]

When they were made, original redlines were made between 1968 and 1975, cars after this have been released with red lines on their wheels but they are not considered original redlined because they weren't made in that timeframe

[@vidskitkid]

Fascinating stuff, this is the first time I've seen a model car restoration video, wonderful!

[@diecastrescueaustralia6299]

The tool you call a nipper are *end cutter pliers* and also *end nippers* depending on where you are from I guess.... so how is nippers wrong I ask? 👍

[@ShionWinkler]

In the US we call them Nail Nippers, so ya why people gave him flack for saying nippers when that is what they are called I can't understand.

[@jacksteinberg5874]

Love watching him turn a beat down car into something so collectable. And the silloette is so cool looking.

[@ScaryGhost1]

But the urethane feels good in mah lungs lol. Love the vids!

[@davidlisney2597]

Utterly fascinating, I remember many of these cars and the originals that inspired them. This car looks great, and would be fine in a sensible budget collection

[@ganymedeaerospace4580]

So here's an idea for filling gaps on REALLY screwed up cars: Fill in pits and scratches as you would, but then cover the body with aluminum or silver Bare-Metal Foil and paint as you would. The Bare-Metal Foil is essentially very thin metal and therefore can be treated as the car's original body, and can take a mirror polish.

[@alphacharlie3523]

I was looking for a basic tutorial and this was my second pick. Thanks for the start both visually and the links!

[@doodbro931]

Technically the "rivets" on old redlines aren't rivets, they're the metal post it self but pounded flat

[@amplify3735]

fantastic, like a said very relaxing and rewarding seeing cars I remember been restored, wonder if he done the 60s 70s metal batmobile

[@eonblue2112]

I'm from Canada where you ?

[@baremetalHW]

Texas

[@mr.motormaster9881]

baremetalHW TX

[@tomjoad1363]

I thought you were canadian too since you're talking "millimeters" and not "16th" or "32th" of an inch. And for that, I thank you. It's more international.

[@captaincoyote1792]

So those are Texan chickens.....bet those are "some tough los pollos"!

[@fredbaumann4472]

Excellent, entertaining and highly informative, even to intelligently discussing the various financial and aesthetic aspects of restoration. Well done!

[@schon2395]

BaremetalHW has chickens CONFIRMED!

[@TheBobes]

Schon239 I wanna see them restored and painted asap! 😂

[@cartcam6856]

lol YES a spectraflame chicken!

[@axl1632]

Ed: CHICKEEEENNN!!!!!!

[@toneyisaiah408]

Sizzlers cars are from the Hot Wheels family.

[@toneyisaiah408]

Johnny Lightning Choppers. What about them?

[@TheQuestionableGarage]

I think using Molotow chrome as a base coat over primer would be a great alternative, but I'm not sure if it would build up too much.

[@chadbarrett3545]

I use that stripper at work and it is pretty nasty stuff.

[@MetalheadEchidna]

Most definitely, I've seen videos on how volatile it can be, even on whole cars!

[@JD-te9tj]

"And yes we have chickens running around" Great educational video. I've been using super glue and goop to adhere the rivets together.I have a birthday coming up,and i hinted to my friends i need a tap and die set,button screws.

[@joehedgecock2955]

your tool you call nippers are actually called figs

[@admiralbeez8143]

Looks like a nipper to me www.krafttool.com/products/by-category/drywall-plastering/snips-shears/by-sku/LA408

[@darkstarnh]

In our workshop (back in the day) they were end cutters.

[@xtusvincit5230]

The tool is called pincers. They are designed to remove nails and such. www.google.com/search?q=pincer&rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS701US701&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiVgeO85uDaAhXD24MKHeWVDDkQ_AUICigB&biw=1279&bih=588

[@toneyisaiah408]

Bringing back classic cars to life.

[@Ogma3bandcamp]

03:20 I've always called them nibblers. Or nibbling tool.

[@hotrodsandhotwheels3690]

Thanks for sharing the tips. I was wondering how you were going to paint the tail lights. All explained. Big thumbs up from the United Kingdom.

[@daylypanda3379]

make your own car

[@jimmysjamin1]

I really appreciate your taking the time to create this instruction video the car turned out incredible ! it's my opinion that there is not to much more you can do with the cast metal then what you did especially with the light color cars. That car looks so much better ! I would never be unhappy with those results !

[@hectorgarza6679]

Watching your videos are very therapeutic

[@joshjohnson30]

Thanks for showing all the products' labels and packaging!

[@captaincoyote1792]

I think I have watched this video a half dozen times; aside from the fact that the Silhouette was one of my favorite racers, I learn something each time I watch! I still have all my Redline Hot Wheels, Matchbox Speedwheels and Johnny Lightnings (200+ cars!) stored downstairs...I'm waiting for a rainy day to pick one or two out for restoration! I'm curious....I don't have a bench grinder and am searching for one right now; what is the small "pipe piece" you rub against the grinder wheel prior to use?

[@joshhou2539]

Awsome videos! I love your restoration videos, keep up your great work an thank you for taking your time to show us.

[@connorroddis2030]

Recently started watching this an really enjoy it just with i could start my self

[@ishancantdrift830]

Amazing work, redline restorations are awesome I was wondering if you could do a street racer esque car with modern castings though? Anyways, keep it up!

[@michaelpaciorek4068]

i love the detail dont feel like you will bore the viewer thats what i come for!!!! great vid

[@boostgaming3978]

i have seen everyone of your videos x they are amazing please never stop making videos, every other channel is bullcrap x yours is the only one i truly love

[@TheAwkwardBanana]

Thank you so much for posting this, it answered many of my questions!

[@rickluque6429]

Man!! You make this look so easy. Nicely done. Really enjoyed this video.👍👍 keep em coming and thanks again .👍

[@arnulfoesparza601]

I know I'm late to this good channel .. but I'm loving it.

[@mzondi1970]

becoming a big fan. I have a couple cars that need restoration I'm not that brave 2 drill on the red lines great work

[@Tomtom9401]

If you’re wanting to really take it to the next level.... since you’re saying that the Spectra paints rely on the underlying metal you could try this technique: primer and spot putty as needed, and the apply a chrome finish. Not the rattle can stuff. I know they have automotive grade paints for this, idk about an airbrush finish though. I’m betting you can get it to work. A lot of the chrome paints rely on the underlying finish so applying the primer will help with that. Once the chrome is applied go over it with the spectra paint. I’m betting it would work. Also, you should look into Meguairs plastic polish after using the Turtle wax stuff, it’s relatively cheap and I’ve found that it helps take the polish to the next level and provides some more protection from UV etc compared to Turtle polish.

[@Mikej1592]

I just realised how much you sound like Dan Bell, another channel I watch, its not a bad thing, just wanted to mention that. Also, you make me wish I kept all my old hotwheels and matchbox cars I had from the 70s when I was a kid.

[@sinformant]

Nickel plating would cover up the discoloration wouldn't it? Maybe also create a metal layer compatible with solder. Also you could make a paint from graphite powder and a paint thinner and spray it on as a filler primer that is conductive and will take on metal plating maybe?

[@randyh95]

your videos are awesome you explain everything so perfect! great tips, has helped me out alot. thanks!

[@John-1984]

Just a friendly word of advice, whenever using a tap, use a little cutting fluid or light oil. You'll get cleaner threads and extend the life of your tap. Great video.

[@andrewwilson8317]

Have you tried having the body soda blasted? I have had great success with it. It gets into all the small areas and removes corrosion perfectly. It does not etch the surface but seems to smooth the surface leaving it ready for paint. Very cheap and easy to do,well worth having a try out on a scrap or beyond repair car.

[@davidwootton683]

Very nice videos. I would call them nippers. They look very close to tile nippers. But your tool looks like the one they use to cut metal off close to a surface. Kind regards and greetings from Africa.

[@TheHelado36]

Great video, I remember never liked fantasy cars as a kid, I always got real production cars !

[@jessehodge8283]

Thanks. Always enjoy your videos. Makes me remember.

[@muddshshshark]

i was a kid when these came out, we had a lot of the ones you show

[@EricMartinSmithOfficial]

these videos are very therapeutic. Also I might have found a new hobby.

[@nolandavis9040]

Just come across this channel I think it's great and innovative. It's made me think about the cars I have at home and the possibilities that can come from them. Anyway I enjoy watching your videos and could you make a custom junk yard or make a hot wheels jet out of one of your cars?

[@craigholsopple8074]

Love your videos! Ever consider making phantom redlines from new castings? Some of the new castings may work well with Spectra flame paint and old style wheels.

[@johnr.9420]

Hi there...really love your videos...you're very talented! Would you happen to have a link to a checklist of beginner materials needed if we want to try ourselves? It seems like a fun hobby! Thanks for posts!

[@RetroZoneNeon]

Commenting for an update on the links. Very interested in the tap & screws as well as the axle tool.

[@casasecure2419]

Truly excellent. I've learnt a lot watching this - thank you.

[@k.n.o.3558]

I have to admit that I always thought the Silhouette was ugly when I was a kid. I didn't know the history at all. After hearing its story and seeing it carefully restored, I think it's beautiful.

[@joe74ta1]

Do you think maybe you could use your nice chrome paint as a base coat for the yellow

[@JoseLopez-jk6oc]

Really really than you for give us your knowledge and help us in a classics restaurations.! Great job I love your channel !

[@riddlem067]

I literally had this car as a kid. Awesome job!!!!!