How to Detail Model Car Engines on the Cheap

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Get Kynar wire ($2 a roll at Radio Shack) for the spark plug wires and fuel lines.

   Plastic-coated and stiff enough to stay where you put it, Kynar wire comes in three colors, red blue and white.
   
   The white is ideal for painting the color of your choice for a variety of applications.
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   Step 2: Get floral wire ($2 at Walmart).

   Yeah, it sounds girly, but this painted wire comes in a number of gauges for use as valve stems, battery posts and cables, brake lines, etc.
   
   On the plus side, floral wire is painted green, even though it sounds like something that should be pink. , Also available in numerous gauge diameters, this stuff is great for radiator and heater hoses. , The adhesive on this tape is strong and keeps the "clamps" in place without the use of additional glue.
   
   Use the tip of a #11 hobby blade to make the slots on the clamp after it is placed on the hose.
   
   Warning! Aluminum tape is sharp and should be handled with care and kept out of reach of children. , It is indispensable for detailing. , Simply cut out the stock cast belt and glue the pulleys to the engine and run the tape around the belts.
   
   It is best to glue the belt in place out of sight on the bottom of the crank pulley with CA glue (super glue).
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   Step 3: Get some insulated wire as well ($3-$4 a roll at Radio Shack).

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   Step 4: Use small sections of aluminum tape ($5 a roll at Walmart) to create realistic hose clamps for the cars plumbing.

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   Step 5: Use a pin vise (small

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   Step 6: hand operated drill -- $10 at hobby stores) to easily make holes for plumbing and wiring your kit.

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   Step 7: Get some black electrical tape ($1 a roll) to make great belts for your project.

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