Aaron Corey Posted April 25, 2012 Author Share Posted April 25, 2012 Here's my lastest update The front and rear "bumpers": The hopper doors: Next, I'll be taking the suspension from the AMT Fruehauf flatbed trailer and adapting it for this project... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Very nice scratchbuilding! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JamesDE Posted April 26, 2012 Share Posted April 26, 2012 Man that is way cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Corey Posted April 26, 2012 Author Share Posted April 26, 2012 Thanks guys, I'm really having fun with this project. Now I understand why the real trailers are built the way they are: Even though I'm mainly using 0.020" styrene (which is pretty flexible on its own), the fully assembled trailer body is surprisingly strong and stiff. Aaron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted April 26, 2012 Share Posted April 26, 2012 Whoa, some cool work going on here. I don't usually check out the semi truck threads, but I'll be checking back on this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonebear43 Posted April 29, 2012 Share Posted April 29, 2012 wow nice build, found a future project idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Corey Posted May 3, 2012 Author Share Posted May 3, 2012 I've assembled the suspension, and attached the frame rails to the bottom of the trailer. The suspension came from the AMT Fruehauf flatbed. The frame rails are 4 inch sections cut from the frame rails in the AMT kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scale trucker Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 not to pick but the boggie is backwards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Corey Posted May 3, 2012 Author Share Posted May 3, 2012 Good catch with the backwards suspension, it was actually a deliberate decision on my part. When I was mocking up the rear suspension I discovered that I had to put the bogie on backwards in order to prevent the rear tires from interfering with the mudflaps. Now that I look at the photo, I realize that could solve the issue by trimming the front of the suspension (the part that grips the frame rails) to allow it to sit further forward on the frame rails... Aaron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jekylljr Posted May 3, 2012 Share Posted May 3, 2012 Great work ! Cant wait for more pics ... rich try micro mark they have everything to do with scale building Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truck parts Posted May 4, 2012 Share Posted May 4, 2012 That's one outstanding build. Looking forward to seeing it done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Corey Posted May 4, 2012 Author Share Posted May 4, 2012 Thanks for the great comments guys I've fixed the suspension. Here's a mockup to see how everthing fits together: Now, I just need to add a few more details (push block, air cylinders for the hopper doors, mudflaps etc.) and then it'll be time to paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Corey Posted May 4, 2012 Author Share Posted May 4, 2012 I've also created the artwork for my decals. It's based on the actual paint scheme used by the manufacturer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Corey Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 (edited) Now I've added the push block and mudflap brackets: ...and the air cylinders for the hopper doors: Now I just need to paint and decal, and this thing will be done. Edited May 18, 2012 by Aaron Corey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edsel-Dan Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I like this too I may convert it to 1/32 scale. I have a set of aluminum scale rulers from Murphey. Murphey's Rule 3 has 1/25 & 1/43 scale Murphey's original has 1/72 & 1/48 Rule 2 has 1/32 & 1/35. (have to find where I hid that one!!) I ordered these several years ago from an ad in a model 'Enthusiast' magazine, so I am not sure if they are still made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdnmodman Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 Awesome scratch build !! Rick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobus Posted May 19, 2012 Share Posted May 19, 2012 this is a craftmans work superbuilding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 Very cool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait to see it all painted and decaled! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hooknladderno1 Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 Aaron, What an incredibly CLEAN build! Your work is nothing short of SUPERB! Look forward to your next update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Corey Posted May 21, 2012 Author Share Posted May 21, 2012 Thanks guys Right now I'm waiting for an order of grey paint to arrive. I'm still debating whether to add extension boards around the top of the trailer - they're an option offered by the manufacturer. Anyway, here's the paint/decal scheme I plan to go with: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Corey Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 Well, after taking a bit of a break I've finally completed this build. Here are a few shots: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackinac359 Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Very nice ! Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Wow! That turned out really nice!!!!!!!!! That S series tractor looks perfect in front of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapazleo Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truckabilly Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Very nice scratch build. Jarda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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