I've been binging RUclips for Halloween ideas and this is by far the best moving build I have seen. Affordable, ingenious, looks fantastic. Hoping to someday give it a try with a third pulley around a corner so the ghost appears out of nowhere.
Not sure if you've tried this, but when installing the line, loop it around the spindle just above the wheels, pull tight and tie ends. After tied, pull line and roll onto wheels. Should yieId a tighter line tension. I think i explained correctly.
Carrie...I LOVE your videos. You make it super easy to set up FAB Halloween 'surprises.' I live in Australia and hopefully I can find the same motors etc with Aussie connections. I'm looking forward to Halloween this year...
This is wicked cool!! it so majestic how it floats all ghostly!! the blue light shining on him makes him look even more creepy!!! Good job if they were selling I would buy one!!
Awesome work! Thanks for taking the time to do! Additional learning experience from my own failed attempt: 1. Use the widest bike wheel you can. I tried with a 18 speed bike wheel (only ones available for me) and the wire just came off from the sides, even if the line was very tight. 2. You are right, the need for a very light ghost Is a must. I got carried away when building mine and it was waaay to heavy in the end. You are a great communicator BTW! 😁
It seems that most people are constantly fighting to keep their axworthy running consistently, so it's impressive that you don't seem to have those issues. When pulling the line tight, it might be helpful to use a pair of needle nose vise grips to pinch the line and swivel so you can tie the knot more easily I'm planning a (probably...likely) too ambitious version that I want to use for Halloween and Christmas. I'm considering using 1/16" aircraft cable for the line in the hope that it'll have less stretch over longer distances.
As a note for those with a lot of room to cover, you can make the ghost follow a triangle path by having 2 idler wheels and one driven one. Ideally the ghost will be flying in and out of lighted areas so that it is not seen for the entire path. The areas where the wheels are should be dark. If you do electronic stuff, you can make the ghost pause for a random time at each of the wheels when it is out of sight. For those with a small space, a hovering ghost is a better option. Clever fishing line and crank things can make the ghost slowly move a small distance.
Questions again for you, so are you running the rear wheel with the back peddle brake on the return or connected to the motor? It looks like you have the front wheel or free spinning on the motor and the rear wheel or brake wheel with chain sprocket on the return. Also to connect the wheel to the wood how did you do so and know where to mount it?
This is so cool I like the simplicity of the project my friend and I did something similar to this year's ago but we had many problems thanks for posting I'm going to do it next Halloween!
Been meaning to do one of these for years. We did a few very successful home haunts. Many bragged it was better than our local Jaycees haunted house. I'm going after wheels tomorrow and will start on the ghost too. Should be ready within a week. Thanks for the video.
That is crazy cool! 👻 the amount of work that took really paid off. We have the space here to do something like this, will have to try it! Love your graveyard too btw🧡🎃🧡
Looks great! I've been running a flying ghost for 11 yrs but mine are kinda small. I might redo them after seeing this. Your larger ghost is more spooky and impressive. Maybe it just fits the scale of your yard better but I think I'll give it a try
@scarriehalloween I was wondering for the wheel you attach to the motor, does it matter if it's the front or back bike tire? The one I bought is free spinning on wondering if that will be an issue?
I love this sooo much! I have a question. Another video said he had problems with the line needing a lot of attention because it would pop off. I was wondering if you had any problems like him? My grandsons flipped when they saw your video! Well done!!!!! 😊
@@scarriehalloween that is quite the distance. How fast does your ghost go? I have seen some others and their ghost moves very fast even on the low setting. Would that be because they have a shorter distance? I need to measure my space, I’m also thinking of it being in a triangle so it covers more of the yard. Thank you for replying. Your videos are great! 😆🤩
@@briannapatrick5863 mine moves slow (the speed in the video is actual) and this has to do with the type of wiper motor. You can add a speed controller if your wiper motor moves faster. And yes, you could totally do a triangle setup!
Thank you for the videos! This halloween i try this diy flying ghost, but sadly i have a problem with my wheel. Everthing turns around when starting the motor, but the wheel dosent turn around. Can i get help?
Sorry to hear! Can you go into a little more detail so I know how to troubleshoot? You could also email me a short video clip, or pictures to scarriehalloween@gmail.com
We are super impressed with your ideas! I have a question, how did you make the ghost/hologram looking ghoul in this video at 6:11 in the bottom right of the screen?
Thank you SO much! That is my chicken wired ghost that I made! I actually have a not-so-great tutorial on it, but skipped over important parts because it was the very first video I ever made! I plan on redoing this tutorial soon! ruclips.net/video/mk7lDKEFxvQ/видео.html
@@scarriehalloween Wow! Thanks for quick reply. Hubby and I do a Halloween set most every year. Our yard is not nearly as big as yours but we are going to incorporate your flying ghost this year. We love your videos. Great ideas! 👻🎃💀
Hello!!! Love your videos! Quick question. I have pretty much the same setup as yours since I followed instructions from both videos. My run is about the same distance as yours but the string keeps falling off when the ghost gets close to either rim. I've tightened the 50lb monofilament as tight as I can but the sag is still too much. Any suggestions to keep it in the tracks?
You should do those ASMR audio videos. I get headaches a lot and have tinnitus so I use asmr audio to relax and sleep. You just have one of those soothing voices, I pay attention to voices a lot because of my situation. I found these videos because I love Halloween and want to set up my yard this year but it's your voice that caught my attention, not in a bad way, just cause I use soothing voices to sleep sometimes. Thanks ...
Thank you so much! No, it’s not a black light, but an LED light that I can change to any color! They are so cool! Here’s the link! LED flood lights: amzn.to/3LX0UK7 I also have a lighting tutorial, if you want to check it out! ruclips.net/video/ifR2Gt5m5j8/видео.html
@@scarriehalloween Thanks for the video on the prop. This is something I've been wanting to do too and so far this vid had the best method for me to follow. I was wondering about your lighting too as that really struck out to me. Great job! And thanks again for sharing you how-to videos.
I use these awesome LED lights that can be changed to any color! LED flood lights: amzn.to/3LX0UK7 Outdoor candles: amzn.to/3SFXPAg Solar lights: amzn.to/3Ee6jei I also have a tutorial on my lighting: ruclips.net/video/ifR2Gt5m5j8/видео.html
Great job! I have a 100 acres of land an I wanted to fly some fake hawks around it to keep the herring birds from eating my Japanese koi fish. I will your design idea. Around Halloween time I will swap the fake birds with ghosts! Thanks for the idea!
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I've been binging RUclips for Halloween ideas and this is by far the best moving build I have seen. Affordable, ingenious, looks fantastic. Hoping to someday give it a try with a third pulley around a corner so the ghost appears out of nowhere.
Aww! Thank you so much! I really appreciate the positive feedback!
Not sure if you've tried this, but when installing the line, loop it around the spindle just above the wheels, pull tight and tie ends. After tied, pull line and roll onto wheels. Should yieId a tighter line tension. I think i explained correctly.
@@tonyturner685 that’s a great tip! Thank you!
Carrie...I LOVE your videos. You make it super easy to set up FAB Halloween 'surprises.' I live in Australia and hopefully I can find the same motors etc with Aussie connections. I'm looking forward to Halloween this year...
@@MarijkevanGyen thank you so much! I got the motors on Amazon and have a link posted. Hopefully it’s available to you in Australia!
Wow!!!!! That looks sooo awesome, I love it!!! 👍👍👍
This is wicked cool!! it so majestic how it floats all ghostly!! the blue light shining on him makes him look even more creepy!!! Good job if they were selling I would buy one!!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
Awesome work! Thanks for taking the time to do!
Additional learning experience from my own failed attempt:
1. Use the widest bike wheel you can. I tried with a 18 speed bike wheel (only ones available for me) and the wire just came off from the sides, even if the line was very tight.
2. You are right, the need for a very light ghost Is a must. I got carried away when building mine and it was waaay to heavy in the end.
You are a great communicator BTW! 😁
Thank you so much, Eric!
Try using zip ties around the wheel rim to keep the line in the track?
I actually like this head better. Seems to go with the “body” and therefore is more cohesive and realistic. Very cool!
Thank you for the positive feedback! I appreciate it. ❤️
Great video - just a suggestions, a Trucker's Hitch knot might work best for removing the slack from the line.
It seems that most people are constantly fighting to keep their axworthy running consistently, so it's impressive that you don't seem to have those issues.
When pulling the line tight, it might be helpful to use a pair of needle nose vise grips to pinch the line and swivel so you can tie the knot more easily
I'm planning a (probably...likely) too ambitious version that I want to use for Halloween and Christmas. I'm considering using 1/16" aircraft cable for the line in the hope that it'll have less stretch over longer distances.
As a note for those with a lot of room to cover, you can make the ghost follow a triangle path by having 2 idler wheels and one driven one. Ideally the ghost will be flying in and out of lighted areas so that it is not seen for the entire path. The areas where the wheels are should be dark.
If you do electronic stuff, you can make the ghost pause for a random time at each of the wheels when it is out of sight.
For those with a small space, a hovering ghost is a better option. Clever fishing line and crank things can make the ghost slowly move a small distance.
You know I could see using this almost year round. You could rig up some kind of sleigh to it for Christmas or a flying reindeer.
That’s a fantastic idea!! It hadn’t crossed my mind.
I was thinking that but what would be light enough to go outside for Christmas?
@@lilianabeltran3696I’m trying to think what would be lite enough as well for either a sleigh or reindeer
@@lilianabeltran3696carve out the sleigh and deers out of thin foam board
@@lilianabeltran3696My plan was to use rigid foam insulation and cut a sleigh and reindeer team as one piece. Two attachment points to the line.
Fantastic layout. Really uses the features of your property well.
Thank you so much, Joe! I appreciate it!
Awesome job, perfect speed for the ghost. Truly looks like it’s floating.
@@cnysmitty thank you!
Questions again for you, so are you running the rear wheel with the back peddle brake on the return or connected to the motor? It looks like you have the front wheel or free spinning on the motor and the rear wheel or brake wheel with chain sprocket on the return. Also to connect the wheel to the wood how did you do so and know where to mount it?
This is so cool I like the simplicity of the project my friend and I did something similar to this year's ago but we had many problems thanks for posting I'm going to do it next Halloween!
Been meaning to do one of these for years. We did a few very successful home haunts. Many bragged it was better than our local Jaycees haunted house. I'm going after wheels tomorrow and will start on the ghost too. Should be ready within a week. Thanks for the video.
Fantastic! Have fun!!
Use braid fishing line it won't stretch as much
What lights do u use for graveyard
niiice! thought about adding a low fog machine?
Oh for sure! I have a video on that too! ruclips.net/video/CK94vslj2lo/видео.html
This by far a great IDEA. And I want to say it is impressive. One could use it for a video. Keep up the Great work. And thank you for sharing.
Aww! Thank you so much for the positive feedback!
How have I never found your channel before!!! Amazing videos! New fan!
Aww! Thank you SO much! It means a lot to me to have such positive feedback. ❤️👻🎃
I have always wondered how to do this!!! Thank you so much!!!
You are very welcome! Good luck!
I love it ,, what size is the bike wheels
@@marilynleon3977 they were 16”. I misspoke in the video.
That is crazy cool! 👻 the amount of work that took really paid off. We have the space here to do something like this, will have to try it!
Love your graveyard too btw🧡🎃🧡
Thank you so much! It’s definitely worth it!! 🎃👻
Nice video and very helpful. I know you use the fishing swivel, but how do you hook the ghost on to the fishing line?
Thank you! I hook it directly onto the fish swivel.
Thanks.
Looks great! I've been running a flying ghost for 11 yrs but mine are kinda small. I might redo them after seeing this. Your larger ghost is more spooky and impressive. Maybe it just fits the scale of your yard better but I think I'll give it a try
Thank you so much! I appreciate it! Yes, definitely try the larger scale - makes it so creepy! Happy haunting!
Great job but what is stopping the ghost from turning left or right on the line ?
It will spin some, but mostly just stays forward facing on its own 😊
Nice work!👍
So cool and creative!
Thank you so much!
Do you think buffing the fishing line with a scotchbrite pad would knock down it's reflectivity, or would that weaken the line.
You could always spray paint the line
wow, this was very helpful, I’m so doing this next year. Do you happen to know the name of the music playing at the begging of the video though?
Thank you! Yes, that is the classic “Funeral March” I found it on iTunes!
@@scarriehalloweenthank you so much!
This is awesome. After using both spiderwire and omniflex, which one would you recommend?
Thank you! Definitely the omniflex!
How tall did you make your poles? Digging my holes on Saturday and laying the cement
@@therickmarcus about 10 feet tall! Have fun!
Fantastic!
Could a motion detector be used to control the the ghost movement when someone walks by the detector?
@@briannairb3403 probably! That would be fun
You said you're spanning long distances? I'm having problems with it derailing also have you ever tried using more than two wheels?
I haven’t personally, but I know of others that have had great success with more than 2 wheels!
Brilliant!!!!
You can get braided fishing line in a dark color so it doesn't reflect the ambient lights like the poly line.
I’ve tried braided line already and I cannot get it to tie tight enough, unfortunately
@scarriehalloween I was wondering for the wheel you attach to the motor, does it matter if it's the front or back bike tire? The one I bought is free spinning on wondering if that will be an issue?
@@mattkramer3973 I don’t think it should matter as long as you can tighten one of the wheels to lock.
Could you put another ghost on the other side of the wire?
It’s possible if you don’t have a long span and your ghosts are ultra lightweight!
I love this sooo much! I have a question. Another video said he had problems with the line needing a lot of attention because it would pop off. I was wondering if you had any problems like him? My grandsons flipped when they saw your video! Well done!!!!! 😊
Thank you so much! I have not had any problems with the line, but definitely work to get it tight! Good luck!
How long can you make this setup. 100'?
@@larryenderle7719 that would be tough! Mine is 70’ and I struggle to get the line tight enough.
Do you mind telling us the distance you have your 2x4s spaced for this project?
Mine is 70 feet, but I wouldn’t recommend this long of a distance! 🤣🤣 I have to work really hard to get my line tied tight
@@scarriehalloween that is quite the distance. How fast does your ghost go? I have seen some others and their ghost moves very fast even on the low setting. Would that be because they have a shorter distance? I need to measure my space, I’m also thinking of it being in a triangle so it covers more of the yard. Thank you for replying. Your videos are great! 😆🤩
@@briannapatrick5863 mine moves slow (the speed in the video is actual) and this has to do with the type of wiper motor. You can add a speed controller if your wiper motor moves faster. And yes, you could totally do a triangle setup!
How do I get my fog machine make mine look like yours?
I have a tutorial for that! ruclips.net/video/CK94vslj2lo/видео.htmlsi=k_2ForWeYXviS_O7
How many fog machines did you have out? and did you use diy cooling box for low creeping fog?
Only one, if you can believe it! I live in a cooler climate, so that helps
We are having issues with the coupler not holding. Any suggestions?
You can use JB weld to help hold it
How do you keep the head facing forward at all times?
It will spin some, but will naturally face forward for the most part!
Thank you! This is an awesome diy!
@@johnmsugg thank you so much!
Could you use crimper beads to attach/secure the fishing string ?
I don’t know if that would be strong enough to hold the line
Maybe use the crimper first to get it tight and then tie additional knots 🪢🤔
Thank you for the videos! This halloween i try this diy flying ghost, but sadly i have a problem with my wheel. Everthing turns around when starting the motor, but the wheel dosent turn around. Can i get help?
Sorry to hear! Can you go into a little more detail so I know how to troubleshoot? You could also email me a short video clip, or pictures to scarriehalloween@gmail.com
that's so much fun. awesome 👻👍😁
Thank you! I have a lot of fun with it! 👻🎃
Nice job on the graveyard
@@jamesmehaffey7611 thank you!
Thats looks so creepy at night wow 👻
Hi, how does the ghost return back the opposite direction?
There are wheels on both poles that loop the ghost continuously
@@scarriehalloween So the ghost actually goes around the wheelsl?
@@minktrappingpaddy yep! 👻👻
@@scarriehalloween O great, thank you for the explanation
Thank you! You’re gonna inspire alotta people!
Aww! Thanks, Brad!!
We are super impressed with your ideas! I have a question, how did you make the ghost/hologram looking ghoul in this video at 6:11 in the bottom right of the screen?
Thank you SO much! That is my chicken wired ghost that I made! I actually have a not-so-great tutorial on it, but skipped over important parts because it was the very first video I ever made! I plan on redoing this tutorial soon!
ruclips.net/video/mk7lDKEFxvQ/видео.html
@@scarriehalloween Wow! Thanks for quick reply. Hubby and I do a Halloween set most every year. Our yard is not nearly as big as yours but we are going to incorporate your flying ghost this year. We love your videos. Great ideas!
👻🎃💀
@@kellysbeach86 thank you so much for the positive feedback! And good luck on your haunt this year!!
Hello!!! Love your videos! Quick question. I have pretty much the same setup as yours since I followed instructions from both videos. My run is about the same distance as yours but the string keeps falling off when the ghost gets close to either rim. I've tightened the 50lb monofilament as tight as I can but the sag is still too much. Any suggestions to keep it in the tracks?
What's the distance between wheels?
70 feet, but I wouldn’t recommend this long of a distance! 🤣
I have to work really hard to get my line tied tight enough
You should do those ASMR audio videos. I get headaches a lot and have tinnitus so I use asmr audio to relax and sleep. You just have one of those soothing voices, I pay attention to voices a lot because of my situation. I found these videos because I love Halloween and want to set up my yard this year but it's your voice that caught my attention, not in a bad way, just cause I use soothing voices to sleep sometimes. Thanks ...
That’s amazing feedback, thank you! Definitely something to consider. ❤️👻
That's amazing -- I'd love to do that !! Thank you 👻
Thank you so much!
Looks fantastic 😍🪦🎃🦇💀Thanks for sharing
Thank you so much! 👻🎃🤡
What light do you have on the light ?? Black light? YOU HAVE THE BEST HALLOWEEN DIY pro ever
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Thank you so much! No, it’s not a black light, but an LED light that I can change to any color! They are so cool! Here’s the link! LED flood lights: amzn.to/3LX0UK7
I also have a lighting tutorial, if you want to check it out! ruclips.net/video/ifR2Gt5m5j8/видео.html
@@scarriehalloween Thanks for the video on the prop. This is something I've been wanting to do too and so far this vid had the best method for me to follow. I was wondering about your lighting too as that really struck out to me. Great job! And thanks again for sharing you how-to videos.
@@BadBobOfTheWest thank you!! Here is my lighting tutorial! ruclips.net/video/ifR2Gt5m5j8/видео.htmlsi=vdBPLxboxWNvg8Y_
It looks awesome !
I wish I had the space to do this !!
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Thank you so much!!
USE A 1/4 INCH PIECE OF COPPER OR ALUMINUM TUBING OVER THE LINE AND LOOP AND CRIMP WHILE TIGHTENING
That could work too!
WOW i wish you were my neighbour. very inspired. i just bought my first house and will be going all out this year!!!
Thank you so much! Congrats on your first home!! So exciting. ❤️
What kind of lighting are you using to get that effect?
I use these awesome LED lights that can be changed to any color! LED flood lights: amzn.to/3LX0UK7
Outdoor candles: amzn.to/3SFXPAg
Solar lights: amzn.to/3Ee6jei
I also have a tutorial on my lighting: ruclips.net/video/ifR2Gt5m5j8/видео.html
@@scarriehalloween Thank you so much! That’s so creative!
@@marksaizon247 thank you!!
Pretty cool! The making of the ghost body is somewhat confusing though.
Sorry! Need me to clarify anything?
@@scarriehalloween I would love to see you actually make it.
@@ghoulgoil5029 got it. I will try to post a video soon!
Where did you get the wheels?
Hey! They are bike wheels! I explain this in Part 1, if you want a little more detail. ruclips.net/video/pvHlLVeV6Y4/видео.html
What is the Tool material?
It’s called Tulle and can be found at any fabric store and likely online too! Super lightweight!
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Thanks!!
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Has anyone use a small helium balloon for the head (contained in the cloth)? Trying to figure out how to make it lighter
Not that I’ve heard. The styrofoam head is ultra light! You could give that a try.
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Find the other comment answer u stellar lights thanks
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This face does look scarier, just waiting to see it turn its head and look at you💀😱
Thanks for the feedback, Yvette! I think it’s pretty creepy in person. 👻🎃
Good vid 👍👍👍
Thank you!!
Great job! I have a 100 acres of land an I wanted to fly some fake hawks around it to keep the herring birds from eating my Japanese koi fish. I will your design idea. Around Halloween time I will swap the fake birds with ghosts! Thanks for the idea!
Great idea!
Lols 😆 😆 😆 😆 😆 😆
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By a light up mask from Amazon and put it on the ghost 👍👍👍🍿🍿🍿