How to Perfectly Align, Hinge, & Scale Trunk Lids & Doors

Doug demonstrates his process for hinging trunk lids (works on hoods and doors as well!), that keeps them aligned once cut free from the model car body, and ensures the thickness of the edges are to scale.

Here is the link to our video about using magnets in your models:
Modular Model Building with Magnets: https://youtu.be/W4IZkqGB-IM

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Brass used in the video: K&S Precision Metals "round brass tube number 8125" 1.57mm (OD); and "brass rod number 8160" 0.81mm
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