taaron76 Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 I've been using this wire for a while, but figured I'd post some pics of these products and what I've been using them for. Hopefully this will help someone out with one of their builds. You can buy all of this stuff at Michael's and I'm pretty sure its on Amazon and other local craft stores. The prices are really good as well, and a few bucks will go a long way. This silver plated wire works great for fuel lines, brake lines and other similar uses. They make all sorts of gauges, but I use 26-28 gauge for brake/fuel lines, primarily. They also make it in copper and black, so more choices for different applications. It is sturdy enough to stay straight, but can be shaped to contour the undercarriage and chassis. This wire works perfect for emergency brake lines since it is actually braided, but you could use it for a number of different applications. I use the .46mm for the e-brake lines. They also make it in a few different colors. I just picked these up on Friday and use them and hose coupler for water lines and vacuum lines. The make them is 3 different sizes and will fit around a few different sizes of wire. They are really tiny, but figured I'd try one to see how it looked and it definitely will give you something with a little more detail instead of a hose going into a valve cover or manifold, etc. They also come in different colors. Here is one of the crimp tubes that I added to the vacuum line from the carb to the valve cover. Kind of hard to see, but it does add a little detail. I plane on using them more often with future builds. Anyhow, I realize not everything is a great idea, but figured I'd share what I've been using in an effort to help someone out. Thanks for looking! Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney Schwartz Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 (edited) I've already bought some of that wire, but I had no idea those crimp tubes existed, and they are just what I've been looking for! Thanks! Love your engine. Edited April 21, 2015 by Sidney Schwartz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xploited Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 This is some really useful information I've been trying to find out what gauge people are generally useing so I can get my scales straight and this really helps thanks for takeing the time to share all this info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southpier Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 great looking mill. that same company makes some interesting jawed pliers in the 8-14$ range. with a coupon it's a deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtx6970 Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 I use the same stuff to make fuel and brake lines . its even avail in a braided covered wired as well . Works great to replicate steel braided fuel and oil lines Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted April 23, 2015 Share Posted April 23, 2015 Great info, thanks for sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taaron76 Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 I use the same stuff to make fuel and brake lines . its even avail in a braided covered wired as well . Works great to replicate steel braided fuel and oil lines Yes! I use the braided line for emergency brake cables. Good stuff! Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 Do a search for Japanese seed beads. You can get them in hex shape to duplicate AN fittings. They come in various sizes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taaron76 Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 Do a search for Japanese seed beads. You can get them in hex shape to duplicate AN fittings. They come in various sizes. Awesome! Looking them up now. Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 Here's where I purchased some http://www.fusionbeads.com/search#!&ea_q=japanese%20seed%20beads%20hex%20%3B%3B%20productsearch I put a few pieces on a pin and "paint" them with red or blue markers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taaron76 Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 Here's where I purchased some http://www.fusionbeads.com/search#!&ea_q=japanese%20seed%20beads%20hex%20%3B%3B%20productsearch I put a few pieces on a pin and "paint" them with red or blue markers. Any particular sizes? Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 I forget right now. When I go out to the shop I'll look it up and get back to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 I bought - SB3076 size 6 SB2610 size 8 SB3652 size 11 SB3585 size 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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