semijoe Posted March 31, 2011 Share Posted March 31, 2011 hey guy i hope you guys dont mind this build. the body will be a complete scratch build but will be a fully operational fire truck, working water cannon, lights , sounds etc. i dont know if im stepping over the line of modelling vs r/c. so be fore i post it, let me know if its ok . thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewart Posted March 31, 2011 Share Posted March 31, 2011 I'm sure its just fine. Sounds like quite a build. Going to be interesting. STewart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 1st i want to say thnx for letting me join this kool lookin forum.everybodys builds look awesome tthis is an 1/12 scale oshkosh t1500 airport fire and rescue truck.i started this truck over month ago. little by little i will bring you up to date it will have a working roof mounted water cannon,lower doors will open and slide,engine compartment will open,lights and sounds of the deal here i started with tirea and rims.the rims were mad from 3 different rims to get the width and style was looking for. the tires are from rc4wd the rails i have in stock and cut them to length, i beleive i cut them to 32 inches long the axles are of a military style duece-in-half here the truck i want to do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 im useing a tamiya 3 speed, added a through and through output shaft. i have to turn tranny upside down and forward . installed a 1:1 ratio transfer case Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 (edited) started on the side bottom boxes next alum lift doors.i will make the handles later Edited April 1, 2011 by semijoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 next is the rear full fenders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 painted lower box and rear fenders. have to do more detailing ,will come back later for it time to cut out the cab add some window detail handles now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 picked up a brushless system start on the engine cover added some handles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 started to put together the cab started on the front box and middle floor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 started on the front fenders both fender on and outer lip too is on tomorrow i should beable to sand and put a 1st coat of primer on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 hey thnx guys!! its not much a update, but i did get a chance to paint the rims. tomorrow, i have a full day to work on her ;D i started on the cab today drawing up where everything goes there a panel under the bumper. its hard to tell if its hinge or not. so im going with screw on panel door.ive also added the rivets/screws started on the front bumper i found a perfect match for the light buckets and lights the bumper is 236mm wide x 26mm high x 28mm deep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 (edited) im still working on the front bumper. theres a lot of stuff thats involve in making this function ive decided to make a working bumper mounted water cannon. it will turn l/r but not up/down i needed to make a compartment that was accessible also install pull ring and fog lights Edited April 1, 2011 by semijoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted April 1, 2011 Share Posted April 1, 2011 Awesome work so far!!!!!! I know the guys in the model trucks section would like to see this as well! You should post there also! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 had to add my plate to it. also added some kind of outlet box. not sure what its for.waiting on more pull rings to come in a guy from the forums works with these trucks. he sent alot of pictures :celebrat: the front panel under the bumper has a hose and reel in it. i m going to put one in it. it will be static. but an excellent thought for the next truck so here picture of before heres where i cut it out. not its time to make it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 ive added the compartment behind the panel, along with a reel and hose for now the face plate and bumper is done still alot more to do but the basics is all done tomorrow i will get started on the sides of the cab hey hey my tank came in. i had to go with a lot bigger tank. the one i had didnt hold much water this tank is a cook pan. lol 8x8x3 inches. it holds 110 oz. which is just under a gallon all i have to do is drill and tap a hole at the bottom and put a seal top on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 Awesome work so far!!!!!! I know the guys in the model trucks section would like to see this as well! You should post there also! that engine in your avatar would be awesome in a truck like this thnx man!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted April 1, 2011 Share Posted April 1, 2011 Amazing! Just when you think you've seen just about everything there is to be seen ... somebody comes along with an idea and a project like this! WOW!! Looking forward to seeing it through to completion. Thanks for sharing it with us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 Amazing! Just when you think you've seen just about everything there is to be seen ... somebody comes along with an idea and a project like this! WOW!! Looking forward to seeing it through to completion. Thanks for sharing it with us! hey thnx man, im happy you guys welcomed this build here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 today is rivet day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LR3 Posted April 1, 2011 Share Posted April 1, 2011 Really wonderful build sequence pictures. With those pictures you should maybe post your plan drawings. I get the feeling others may want to try build something like this. It will make an outstanding display model even without the working water hose, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Kucaba Posted April 1, 2011 Share Posted April 1, 2011 WOW !!! I need a cigarette LOL Superb modelmaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 Really wonderful build sequence pictures. With those pictures you should maybe post your plan drawings. I get the feeling others may want to try build something like this. It will make an outstanding display model even without the working water hose, etc. ive never built with plans. just by looking a pictures on the web.. appreciate the compliment thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 still didnt finish the rivets. but heres what i have for so far. hopefully you can see them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semijoe Posted April 3, 2011 Author Share Posted April 3, 2011 today i started on the rear top compartment. theres a few rivets and on the left side theres steps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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