Thinking of making some youtube tutorials... [Archive]

BigEvil

06-30-2014, 11:44 AM

So what do you guys think? I have to figure out some editing software, but I am considering making some mag-tech related videos. Mostly how-to stuff.

I have a bunch of ideas but if there would be something specific you want included post here.

Edit*

Here is the link, hopefully this will grow into something cool

https://www.youtube.com/user/BEOBIGEVILONLINE

Laku

06-30-2014, 12:28 PM

So what do you guys think? I have to figure out some editing software, but I am considering making some mag-tech related videos. Mostly how-to stuff.

I have a bunch of ideas but if there would be something specific you want included post here.

Pneu stuff would be definitely interesting. But what ever you do please don't capture it in 9:16 format (portrait), I die a bit every time some one does that. ;)

BTAutoMag

06-30-2014, 12:38 PM

Do it!

BigEvil

06-30-2014, 12:59 PM

Pneu stuff would be definitely interesting. But what ever you do please don't capture it in 9:16 format (portrait), I die a bit every time some one does that. ;)

Yeah I have to figure all of that stuff out :) I used to be very tech savy.. now I have a 3 y/o and I am more up to date on Disney stuff than tech stuff.

Zeropjc

06-30-2014, 01:30 PM

I think this will be very useful! Im more a see and do/hands on guy than reading instructions on how to do.

Bunny

06-30-2014, 01:34 PM

I really like the idea. I would keep it simple to start. X-valve videos and Lvl10 tuning are a must. Leaking and other common issues with Automags would also help. Once you start working on some of the content I can organize it on Automags.org so it doesn't get lost in the tech forum. I look forward to your work!

BigEvil

06-30-2014, 01:58 PM

BTAutoMag

06-30-2014, 02:08 PM

how to tune an automag in 1 cigar or less

BigEvil

06-30-2014, 02:21 PM

how to tune an automag in 1 cigar or less

Ever see my cigars? They are a 2 hr commitment. :D 6x60 :)

GoatBoy

06-30-2014, 02:56 PM

Given how many "halp me with my mag" posts there are, I think there is a strong need for a new Automag troubleshooting video.

"Brevity is the soul of wit", and at 10 minutes, that old video needs to be cut way, way down. Above all, be brief and to the point.

If you're going to do Youtube, you might be able to construct one of those "choose your own adventure" videos where the user clicks on what he's having problems with, and it skips right to the right place.

In fact I'm a huge fan of indexed videos.

snoopay700

07-01-2014, 06:16 AM

BigE, if you're going to do this, you do realize you need facial hair but can only have a mustache for the videos right? It's an official Automag rule. That's why Tom grew a goatee after he retired.

BigEvil

07-01-2014, 06:41 AM

BigE, if you're going to do this, you do realize you need facial hair but can only have a mustache for the videos right? It's an official Automag rule. That's why Tom grew a goatee after he retired.

I have the full beard thing going. That just shows that the mag as evolved :)

snoopay700

07-01-2014, 12:04 PM

I have the full beard thing going. That just shows that the mag as evolved :)

That seems like a cop out.... Also it would amuse me if you went for the Tom look. ;)

I'd start out with the basics though, just kind of summarize the original training video. Then what Bunny suggested, then after that i would say ULT and pnuemag/spydermag info. Maybe a special EMag video as well.

BigEvil

07-01-2014, 12:09 PM

I just ordered my lime green Borat mankini for this project :)

Fred

07-01-2014, 02:46 PM

Make sure to subtitle it for those that can't handle your accent. :P

Great idea though!

BigEvil

07-01-2014, 02:51 PM

Make sure to subtitle it for those that can't handle your accent. :P

Great idea though!

As Nobody says "Our heavily accented benevolent dictator"

RT Lover

07-01-2014, 02:54 PM

anything is better than nothing, pneu, ult, anything.... great ideas!!

Spider-TW

07-01-2014, 03:12 PM

I just ordered my lime green Borat mankini for this project :)

You could wear it while sitting behind a table (or a fancy desk). You would just have to threaten to get up.

Pump mags might be a good short subject. When I built mine, I used the old AGD pump kit scan and dwg.

E-mag troubleshooting seems to be lacking as well.

Use multiple cameras if you can. It's smooth when you keep talking but you cut in a different view angle.

BigEvil

07-01-2014, 04:20 PM

You could wear it while sitting behind a table (or a fancy desk). You would just have to threaten to get up.

Pump mags might be a good short subject. When I built mine, I used the old AGD pump kit scan and dwg.

E-mag troubleshooting seems to be lacking as well

Use multiple cameras if you can. It's smooth when you keep talking but you cut in a different view angle.

That is all going to be trial an error. Hopefully I can pull something together. My first priority is to get the garage/shop/big mess cleaned up. Actually, maybe that could be the first video...

captian pinky

07-01-2014, 07:38 PM

honestly first things would be lvl 10 kit short an sweet. i think it would help people if you had good demo setup already aka. when lvl 10 tuning have the correct carrier, larger and smaller carrier and what to expect from each and how to use the shims to get proper resets.

i would purposefully cause common failures and show how to solve them. powertube tip oring, on/off top inner oring.

how to properly set sear rod length.

how to go about setting up an rt style valve to rt with out causing premature wear.

pump mag tuning, short spring, proper carrier size

i think this is a good list.

luke

07-01-2014, 07:56 PM

Tips, tricks and tweaking on/off assemblies, along with proper adjustments of trigger stops.

BigEvil

07-02-2014, 09:43 AM

I think my first one will be "How to install your foamy, dumbass"

Fred

07-02-2014, 10:45 AM

Oh, I volunteer to type all the subtitles...

mpsd

07-02-2014, 01:52 PM

I just ordered my lime green Borat mankini for this project :)

"I've seen things that can't be unseen!!" LOL

But in all seriousness, you should definitely do it. As someone else said, Level 10 and leak videos are a must have. Pneu would also be nice for sure.

cougar20th

07-02-2014, 01:56 PM

how to tune an automag in 1 cigar or less

I want to see "How to tune a E90 Classic RT in 1 Cigar or less"

snoopay700

07-02-2014, 09:10 PM

But in all seriousness, you should definitely do it.

It might just be me, but I'm pretty sure this is in response to the Borat mankini comment......

.....looks like mpsd read all of our minds!

mpsd

07-02-2014, 09:18 PM

It might just be me, but I'm pretty sure this is in response to the Borat mankini comment......

.....looks like mpsd read all of our minds!

Hahahahaha I just "saw" him doing a video about tuning a level 10 bolt to perfection wearing it! LOL I guess I'll have a nightmare later tonight hahahahaha

OneSelfLost

07-02-2014, 10:29 PM

This is a great idea BE, to have the videos. Please, spare us the extra scenery tho Hahaha. There are so many details that could potentially be covered. Even something as simple as stripping down (the mag) and doing basic preventative maintenance; checking the sear, checking for wear, common lube points, explaining what does what. There certainly are a lot of repeat questions in the tech forum so I think any extras on top of Tom's videos would be great. Cheers!

steve_81

07-03-2014, 08:35 AM

BigEvil. you should do a video tutorial on the Emag. Like how to program and go through the options on all of the popular boards. Unfortunately the AGD Emag manual isn't the best source for any helpful information.

BigEvil

07-03-2014, 08:46 AM

Well, it's up and I posted three quick videos of Mike Phillip's mags that I just teched for him.

https://www.youtube.com/user/BEOBIGEVILONLINE

Patron God of Pirates

07-03-2014, 11:14 AM

BigEvil

07-03-2014, 01:04 PM

luke

07-03-2014, 01:11 PM

This is a great idea.
Some unsolicited advise: brevity is king. Conveying the information in quick specific videos is much more consumable than that extensive tech lectures that most industry types and Cockerpunk tend to produce. By way of example, this is (IMO) the best format on Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/minutephysics

OH YEA, the youtube drones that love to hear themselves talk, on and on and on, instead of just getting to the point, it drives me nuts!
One of my biggest pet peeves about the youtube how to videos are the people that repeat information two or three times like it's a classroom lecture. We have rewind if we need a stinking review! (lol, mini rant over)

Syko89

07-03-2014, 02:47 PM

I was thinking about doing this for the warpless halo setup I use but after thinking about it I figured almost everyone knows how it's done

snoopay700

07-04-2014, 09:28 AM

OH YEA, the youtube drones that love to hear themselves talk, on and on and on, instead of just getting to the point, it drives me nuts!
One of my biggest pet peeves about the youtube how to videos are the people that repeat information two or three times like it's a classroom lecture. We have rewind if we need a stinking review! (lol, mini rant over)
I don't think it's a matter of them thinking it's a good lesson, I think it's a matter of personality. I've stayed away from making videos for a long time, but looking back on some of my posts, even ones made days ago, they're needlessly long winded, and i have a feeling that any videos I make would be as well.

In short, I'm on your side, and promise to never make videos like this so i don't piss people off :D

BigEvil

07-07-2014, 07:08 AM

I don't think ANYONE, including myself, is going to like to hear me talk for long. :)

Laku

07-07-2014, 09:02 AM

I don't think ANYONE, including myself, is going to like to hear me talk for long. :)

You actually have pretty good voice for videos. Clear and not in anyway annoying.

Nobody

07-07-2014, 10:49 PM

You actually have pretty good voice for videos. Clear and not in anyway annoying.

Your Finnish, you don't know what a heavy New York accent can be like in person

Laku

07-08-2014, 01:03 AM

Your Finnish, you don't know what a heavy New York accent can be like in person True. Though it can't be nearly as bad as Scottish. ;)

going_home

07-08-2014, 06:03 AM

Your Finnish, you don't know what a heavy New York accent can be like in person

Texas can help with that.

Hey you's guys will turn into hey ya'll.

;)

Nobody

07-08-2014, 06:05 AM

Texas can help with that.

;)

Well he'll turn into either a steer or a... you know the joke

BigEvil

07-08-2014, 07:38 AM

Well he'll turn into either a steer or a... you know the joke

In your dreams...

Nobody

07-08-2014, 01:47 PM

Hehehehehehe, got you on that one BigEz...

BigEvil

10-02-2014, 09:54 AM

Youtube/Google+ is a mess. I deleted my accounts and will start over. Total pain in the ass to manage.

Spider-TW

10-03-2014, 10:31 AM

Texas can help with that.

Hey you's guys will turn into hey ya'll.

;)

We had a neighbor from long island. She always kept that strong accent. On the other hand, my wife picked up the long island accent just from hanging out with her. Sometimes the kids would get very confused about what they were saying.

Zeropjc

12-02-2014, 09:24 AM

Hey Evil I'd love to see some vids on pneumatics hopefully you continue with this idea I thought it was great!

BigEvil

12-03-2014, 09:58 AM

Hey Evil I'd love to see some vids on pneumatics hopefully you continue with this idea I thought it was great!

I am planning on. Im either super busy with marker work or I have nothing so it makes it tough sometimes.

Next up I think will be "How to install a foamy".