Superpeterbilt Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 (edited) Ken, this metallic brown Mack reminds me of my godfathers metallic brown Mack R700. With matching painted lowboy. And this truck actually had chrome spokes in the rear! Edited April 24, 2015 by Superpeterbilt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 25, 2015 Author Share Posted April 25, 2015 Terry, thanx for sharing images of a beautiful truck. thanx everyone for kind words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 (edited) Edited May 9, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 It looks great and I like the color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 Ken, do you take these pictures after your crew leaves the shop? Looking good. Ken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truck parts Posted April 26, 2015 Share Posted April 26, 2015 Very cool build and like the color and I like what you have done so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 (edited) hood mounted so cab can be fitted to it when completed. turbo oil lines added passenger seat completed Edited May 9, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72 Charger Posted April 28, 2015 Share Posted April 28, 2015 WOW that's really looking great Ken that seat looks like real leather . I just spotted the truck posters in post #53 . Where did you get them from ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 28, 2015 Author Share Posted April 28, 2015 (edited) interior work and hood progress Edited May 9, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 28, 2015 Author Share Posted April 28, 2015 Dave, those are from the miniature boxes that come in some of the kits. I have tried to keep the backdrop fairly simple so your eye stays on the model. I have had to search online for instructions to the logging trailer, mine weren't in the kit. The hood to cab fit has been a nightmare after cutting the cab up. probably will need shimmed but happy with the build so far. headlights were worth a few minutes to correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted April 28, 2015 Share Posted April 28, 2015 Dave, those are from the miniature boxes that come in some of the kits. I have tried to keep the backdrop fairly simple so your eye stays on the model. I have had to search online for instructions to the logging trailer, mine weren't in the kit. The hood to cab fit has been a nightmare after cutting the cab up. probably will need shimmed but happy with the build so far. headlights were worth a few minutes to correct. Ken, here's the link for the logging trailer instructions: http://www.round2models.com/files/instructions/amt628.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 28, 2015 Author Share Posted April 28, 2015 (edited) thanx Tesla. Edited May 9, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted April 28, 2015 Share Posted April 28, 2015 Ken excellent it looks like it's ready to go to work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goodwrench3 Posted April 28, 2015 Share Posted April 28, 2015 I was wondering who the gal by the door is ? ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 29, 2015 Author Share Posted April 29, 2015 (edited) over 20 pcs. to go but getting there. will get mudflaps front and rear. trailer started and will be brown also. rims and tires for the trailer. Edited May 9, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted April 29, 2015 Share Posted April 29, 2015 How are you going to extend the rear of the frame stringer for the log trailer? You need to have about 6ft to 9ft added to the rear of the frame to make the trailer turn properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 29, 2015 Author Share Posted April 29, 2015 Jeff that gal by the door is timekeeper and payroll. she stays very busy the way we run 'em off. late once, never twice. I guess the little heated and ac'd shop gets taken for granted every once and awhile. ;-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 29, 2015 Author Share Posted April 29, 2015 (edited) James when we reach that bridge I'll send it to you. :-P you ought to hear the music that maxidyne is playin'. ;-)) Edited April 29, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted April 30, 2015 Share Posted April 30, 2015 (edited) Ken, Once again I'm impressed by your skill level. This is going to be another great looking model. be Well Gator Edited May 2, 2015 by gatorincebu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 30, 2015 Author Share Posted April 30, 2015 (edited) goodwrench her name is April and she drives this mint Charger. I have been driving this 36 Ford. Edited May 9, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted April 30, 2015 Author Share Posted April 30, 2015 (edited) trailer wheels heated discussion Edited May 9, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpreadAxle Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 Great work so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted May 1, 2015 Share Posted May 1, 2015 Ken nice progress. I like Aprils Charger too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted May 1, 2015 Author Share Posted May 1, 2015 (edited) in order to get a great hood to cab fit.the silver intake runner needed shortened on the firewall end. easy enuff.fancy this truck is not. basic truck is done still needs trailer gear. Edited May 9, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted May 1, 2015 Author Share Posted May 1, 2015 (edited) 2 wks.later and done, without trailer though. not much longer on it. Edited May 9, 2015 by Ken Gilkeson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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