I turned 46 this year. I just started and Im already hooked. Its like brain candy for adults.

I’m dipping back into the hobby 50 years after I last dabbled. I’m 63 and videos such as this are so inspirational - thank you

Thank you for passing along your knowledge. 25 years ago my father introduced the hobby to me, I'm 34 now and my 7 year old son is in the middle of building his first kit. I just wanna say I appreciate all of you, and everything I know has come from my fellow hobbyists sharing what they've learned over the years.

Tips List 0:00 Dollar Store Deals 7:15 Panel Lining - Mr. Clean Magic Eraser 10:20 Remove Chrome Coating - Great Value Heavy Duty Oven Cleaner (Fume Free) 14:20 Newly Painted Wheels - Rust-Oleum Spray Can (Paint+Primer Aluminum) 17:40 Clothes Pin - Suspend Brush in thinner 19:20 Badger Paint Mixer -Clean with 91% alcohol in jar 21:33 Glue - Tamiya Thin, Zap-A-Gap, Tamiya Regular Cement (place in plastic bottle from Hobby Lobby w/needle) 22:35 Hobby Lobby Finds 23:32 Masking Tapes -Tamiya, 3M 24:45 Hobby knife - X-acto Z Blade 25:45 Misc Hobby Tools -The ones you use the most, get the best 27:00 Paper Towel & Stand will add more later

I've been building all sorts of kits for 50 of my 60 years on and off, you are never too experienced to take advice or learn something new. Great tips and lovely looking builds, thank you for taking the time to make this video and hi from the UK

This guy is the type who can build like 3 models at once and finish them in like 30 minutes hahaha I already live this channel

Thank you for all these great tips . Discovering new stuff in my 40’s lol.

The panel lines on that BMW made a big difference. Really looks good. Cool idea with the clothespin. Lots and lots of great tips in this video. My dad built custom cars all his life. After he had a stroke, he started customizing model cars, and did some great work. He could chop, channel and section a car, and it would look perfect. And he brought that skill to models. He had a room FULL of models he had built, all in those plastic show cases. My brother got all of his stuff (first come, first serve). I hope he took pictures of it, at least. I used to have a nice '59 Imperial, but mine was a 4-door. Nice car. My dad dated a girl who drove a '70 Dodge Challenger convertible - as a daily driver! All black. It looked brand new.

Those blue gloves are perfect for working with epoxy and polyester resins. They wont stretch or melt in the resins. I think a long parking lot for the model cars, so they dont look abandoned without drivers at a intersection.

Dollar store: Look for a package of wire brushes that look like toothbrushes. Instead of plastic bristles, however, they are brass. They're great for cleaning your files as they get filled up while you're filing. A clean file always gives better bite and with more control. Also, plastic scouring pads come in a variety of grits and cane be very effective in sanding things, especially if you use a small piece held in a hemostat or cross-action tweezers for sanding in small places.

Hi Barbados Rex. Thanks for your informative video. I have been modeling since the early/mid 70’s though had a 20 year hiatus. Now getting back into it again. Cleaned my bench area a week ago and found dozens of new kits unopened that I had stashed away. Looking forward to get the creative juices flowing again. Keep up the good work and sharing. Thank you again. Jeff

Great tips. I too grew up with models shown to me by my dad. I’m around same age as you and am gonna jump back into to plastics models. I have tons of military kits and all the tools already. Thanks again for sparking my interest.

I really appreciate you sharing this info. THANK YOU! Just getting back into this hobby and one thing I realized is need to get me the basic tools/items.

This video was a treat. Thank you for sharing your experience with all of us. I learned so many great tips!

Thank you for these, I especially liked the clothes pin trick!

Im 73 … and yesterday ordered make up wedges while Ive got a bag full of magic erasers under my kitchen sink. Also, going out today to buy cat scratching board lol. Thank you :)

Thanks for taking the time to make this, some useful tips and it’s always nice to see someone’s stash!

I'm 51 years old, I got back into modeling last year, this video is going to make my workspace more organized; and my wife happy.

I love your fast bullet point approach. I learn a lot quick and the stuff I already know doesn't go on for long.

Thanks for the "Magic Eraser" tip! I use "Liquid Plumber" to remove my chrome. It removes it in 2 min. The only downside is I have to wear GLOVES and rinse the parts well.

Your tip for suspending brushes in thinners used to be a common practice for painters and decorators here in the UK. It also helps get paint out of the root of the brush ( not that it should be there in the first place). I personally learned of it some 50 years ago when I worked in a paint research laboratory.

Thank you for some great tips. I really admire your organization and clean workspace! 👍

Just watched the video. Some the tools I have. Still working to organize my work station. Like you I have been building models off and on for over 40yrs now. Thanks for the great video.

I know this is an older video, but i just wanted to say this is so helpful!!! I just recently discovered rustoleum had purchased testors... big money saver.

Absolutely one of the best videos I ever seen , great job 👏

Years ago I made an electric paint mixer from a toy motor and the hook end of a bicycle spoke, joined the two with a short length of insulation from #14AWG house wire. Great video, great tips, thanks.

Thank you for putting this together, this really had alot of good information.

Ive been modeling since the first grade. There are more tips here than a lifetime of building. Thanks so much, I really appreciate it!

I have almost finished my first model at 34 years old.what a fun hobby!! Its so relaxing instead of gamng or watchijg your phone all the time. I builiding the Revell 1:72 Messerschmitt now

Great video. Love all the tricks & tips.

I have been model building on and off for sometime. Average builder but it's time to get more serious in my old age. This video was awesome! learned a lot. Definitely going to watch more of your videos. Do a great job explaining techniques.

Very informative video! I'm 56 and have been building since 1975. I still remember my first kit, it was a gold dune buggy. Then my 2nd kit was a 55 Chevy which I made a total mess out of because it was my first attempt at spray painting. I've built so many kits over the years, I don't even know what happened to many of them. I always have taken detail seriously even though I seem to pick something new up every build, you still gave me a ton of ideas in this video. I hear ya about the 3.0 readers brother, I noticed as I age it's so hard to see these parts . I also noticed that I'm a hell of a lot shakier and much less patient than I was even 10 years ago. Thanks! I subscribed

I've been doing models since around 1988, my older sister bought me my first kit, a 55' Chevy. A few hundred kits later, and its to today, and I still love playing with the kits.

That's the perfect job you have for a model builder! Lots of good tips on stuff to get at the dollar store. Thanks.

Jumping back into car/truck modeling after decades of being out of the hobby. I found your video by searching for tips. One of the best I’ve seen so far! Excellent work, and thank you for them!

Nice looking at all of the kits. I just got back into modeling after a 30 year break, so I like seeing what kits are out there. Thanks for sharing.

Love the Magic Eraser tip! Thank you.

So much knowledge, thanks for sharing it with us.

There are some really great tips in this video. I hope I can remember a few of them when I need them! -Heath

I just stumbled upon you page and you got me interested in getting back into modeling!!! I’m 56 and hadn’t touched a model since the 80’s Great content!

I just got done watching your video and I want to thank you tremendously I just got back into doing model cars and models particularly your video was absolutely awesome bro thank you

You sir are the Encyclopedia Britannica of modeling, so many common sense,money saving tips. Thank you very much for posting this.

Amazing collection just started again did my first kit at 11 and I’m hooked thanks for all the tips

I've been building models since the middle '60s. Back when models had steel axles and I gotta say I've learned more from you in 47 minutes than I have in 50 years on my own. Thanks man.

You’re so enthusiastic! Love it!

Thanks for all the great info. I used to build model cars when I was a kid but just put them together maybe sometimes painted them. Just decided to try it right. Thank you. I love Johan models. Love the cars they have

BARBATOS REX ALWAYS HAS GOOD TIPS, AND TOP TRICKS FOR MODEL BUILDING THAT I'VE SEEN.

I'm 61 just getting into model building. Thank you very much.

Thank you very much for your numerous tips. I'll be taking many of them up.

I came to your channel for the airbrushing tips, but I really enjoy these modeling videos. You explain things very well, and I love the production quality. Keep up the great work! I haven’t modeled in a very long time. Used to do NASCAR models, but now I’m into 3D printing. Nice job again!

I was really surprised on how well the alcohol worked, now I know how much more use I can get out of it. Thanks for the vid!

What a gold mine of tips! Really enjoyed seeing those rare car kits.

Thank you for these great tips. Very nice!

Thanks, lots of good tips. Getting back into model building again.

That is a nice stash of models. Great ideas for techniques too

I'm just getting into gunpla and ran into your channel. Noticed the accent and was like yup he's a local. Lol I'm learning a lot from your channel so definitely Subscribing thanks a bunch!

So many helpful tips. Thank you for taking the time to make the video.

Dollar Store, HERE I COME!!! Wonderfull video. Gave me so many "oohh yeah!" moments

Great tips saving money while doing something you enjoy is always a great fine. Hope to see more from you.

Thank you very much for all of the great tips and enthusiasm-I really enjoyed your presentation ✅👍

I just turned 54.🤗 I had to order one of those magnifiers with the lights!🤣

Thank you for this very helpful video. I am 53 and I want to build at least one scale car model. You and a couple of other people on Y. T. Are my only help.

Every time I watch a video I get great ideas thanks!!!!

More great tips and ideas! Then seeing all your kits... kinda like just hanging out and shooting the $#!t. Thanks again

Some very good tips indeed Rex! Now I have to get me a paint stirrer! I've been using toothpicks for years myself. I've also gotta get some Z series X-Acto blades! I've been using the regular ones and I'm primarily an airbrush artist. So thanks for the great tips! I almost forgot, I also gotta get some of those Tamiya pointed cotton swabs for cleaning my airbrushes!

Wow. This is the most detailed tips video I have seen yet. Very good tips to cut costs for the hobby I just got into! Thanks for all the great tips!

Helpful video. Love the Dollar Store tips. Saves money to buy more kits. lol

I have always liked to build models since I was a Young kid now that I’m grown , all your tips and Videos made me go back to the hobby . Thanks for your tips and videos keep it up 👍🏼

I'm 59 and still building.. You made a good store run that trip.. I'm like you, I don't spend the high dollar for modeling tools and stuff.. And when I do spend the big bucks , it's on a specific tool.. And it's going to be something that's going to last a long time... But in all honesty, a model builder can get 90% of there tools and supplies at Dollar store's along with storage boxes and what not..

Fantastic!.. we have a Hobby Lobby here where i live, and i am heading down there . Thanx 4 the supply tips!

I loved this! A host of tips and tricks I had never even thought of. I am off to the dollar store (or the equivalent we have here) tomorrow to pick up some gear for my bench. Then I am heading to the hobby store. Many thanks for the upload. Cheers from Australia!

I just ordered the badger paint mixer, had to order from the US, I live in the UK. Also ordered the paint shaker after seeing it in one of your videos. Love the tips and tricks videos.

I started in the sixties with the first Airfix 1/144 spitfire kit (came with a tiny bulb of glue) no paint available except household stuff . I was 6 how times have changed now I print my own kits and still I learn new tricks aint life grand

Great dollar store finds man. Thanks much

Awesome video. So much knowledge.

Thank you very much for this invaluable information!

Just getting back into building models after the last 40ish years off from the hobby. These were some great tips. Thank you

Absolutely fantastic job! The best on KZfaq! 👍👏👏👏

I got into model building not to long ago and these tips are extremely helpful, so thank you so much!

Fantastic tips. Thank you for sharing.

Good practical ideas & tips. Thanks!

dude, I just totally felt like i was hanging out with you in your hobby space. awesome desk, awesome tips, and i love your collection. Man, i have to come hang out with you at that warehouse... I was also just thinking i have to do some kits of cars I've owned... and that prelude hit a chord. favorite tip- the magic eraser for panel line cleanup. (but im adopting all your tips and organization gear. where have you been!!! make more videos, youre a pleasure to "hang out with". high five from miami.

Awesome thank you so much so many great tips, im just starting out and watched every one of your videos, thank you

Great video, Thank you for all the awesome tips

Thank you for taking the time to make this video! Just awesome tips !!! Got anothet subscriber

Nice tips! Appreciate you sharing!

Thank you! I'm new and this was a ton of useful tips!

Great video. I really like practical vids like this one.

Love the tips. Im slowly adding to my supply box. Love the liquid masking taoe and anything Tamiya! They make great products.

I love those mini-cups for mixing casting resin when I’m casting parts.

G'day, some great ideas in here (some items sadly, we cant get in Aus) BUT that last idea, the metal magnet instructions holder. It was worth watching the full 47 minutes JUST for that tip alone. Thank you :)

Thank you for the tips and tricks! Great vid! With that italeri road diorama you can now simulare a traffic jam! 🤪👍👍

Got to do an updated one, with all the information you got ! We appreciate you!

Thanks for this. I love all your tips and am surprised by your variety of models. In all my years of completing kits, I never really thought of having a vertical sprue holder!

i got two model kits for christmas this video is super helpful.

Just got my first ever Tamiya kit and this is brilliant, so simple and helpful thanks

Craploads of great tips sir! I'm a dollar store afficionado myself. Really enjoyed this vid!

Fantastic video! I'm your age and been building about as long but these are some awesome tips especially organization, thank you!

Delightful stuff! I have happened across this channel in the last couple of months and have been doing some catch up on older videos. It looks like have quite a bit of experience and you are good at telling us about your methods or equipment. It took me a long time to appreciate just how good organization can really help with good modeling. Thanks for what you are doing. By the way, working in a model warehouse is kind of like an addict working in a pharmacy :-)

Thank you Brother, excellent tips. Your video gave me great ideas again thank you, be safe .