Scratch frame rails

[Mattix2016]

What do you guys use for 1/25 scrath frame rails?

 

Thanks

[KJ790]

I use 7/16" I-beam and shave off the flanges on one side. This gives you nice 11" channel that looks like frame rails. I use Meng nut and bolt heads to add detail.

[Mattix2016]

Thank you! I'll give that a shot

[Chariots of Fire]

Soldered brass to form the frame rails.  When put together to form the frame it is a very rigid platform to do the rest of the building on.  Plastic frames can easily be warped and end up in a curve if they are not carefully put together.  The biggest problem is spacing the frame rails perfectly parallel and in the same plane.

[55pete351]

Plus one on KJ's method ! it has worked really well for me. I would like to try brass especially when using heavier resin parts. Is there any tutorials available?

[Ace-Garageguy]

Very helpful info.

[Chariots of Fire]

  On 4/11/2017 at 1:24 PM, 55pete351 said:

Plus one on KJ's method ! it has worked really well for me. I would like to try brass especially when using heavier resin parts. Is there any tutorials available?

Check out the Tutorials on the Scale Firehouse.  I think there is one there.

[10thumbs]

I fully agree that brass is a wonderful way to build excellent models. 

A whole new world opens up, and Charles, Chariots of Fire makes about the finest brass models that you'll find on the internet.

Brass frames are an excellent idea.  Strong, they look real, and quickly learned.