Chariots of Fire Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Myles Standish State Forest is only a few miles away from here and back in the late 30's and into the 50's this rig served for forest fire protection. Thanks to Brian Austin I have the patent drawings for this rig as well as some other photos. A lot of scratch building here but the Yat Ming '38 Ford was a good starting place. Tom Coolidge cast the front fenders, hood and windshield. I had a Ford COE of the same vintage and I was able to graft in the back of the COE cab. The frame has just been started and the tires and wheels are done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris02719 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I look forward to seeing your work on this. I've always found your work to be fascinating, especially since it's usually of local interest to me. Can't wait to see more of this one. Looks awesome already. chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williamchevelleman1972 Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 I like it Looks Good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 The only thing I don't like about it is that I'm not the guy building it. It's already an impressive looking piece- you know I'll be tuned in for this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Great start, Charlie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hooknladderno1 Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Charlie, Another winner in the works! I'll be following along! David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Neat project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Now that's different, kool, but different. I'll be watchin this one!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 This looks like a fun project. David G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 I'm always fascinated by unusual, purpose built trucks from this period. Great project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chariots of Fire Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 (edited) Progress has been made on the frame, rear axle assembly and the front axle assembly. The cab now sits where it should. Next to do is to fit the 85 horse V-8 in place along with the driveshafts and transfer case. These are the parts that make up most of the front and rear axle assemblies. The rear axles and top and bottom torque rods in place. Here's the front axle and the assembly that allows the front tires to be posed in a turning position. The little bolt and washer hold the front wheel on the axle. Edited November 27, 2013 by Chariots of Fire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris02719 Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Wow, incredible work being done there. I've always been impressed by the diversity in materials you use in your projects and the way you blend them all together. Look forward to seeing more. Keep up the great work. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Wow....You got some serious work going on with this one....It looks awesome.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scale trucker Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 looks good charlie hope to see it at masscar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randx0 Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 That is cool . I did a Google search just to see other brush breakers ,all I can say is they are cool. I cant wait to see the progress on this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Very cool. Interesting subject + your talent = one great model! Could make a great magazine feature (wink, wink)... BTW, the decals you made for me for the Dennis turned out perfect. I posted the finished model Under Glass in the trucks section if you want to take a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackinac359 Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Great work ! Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 Now that's lookin good!!! Awesome work!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chariots of Fire Posted January 10, 2014 Author Share Posted January 10, 2014 (edited) it's been a while since posting any progress on this build but the holidays and a bad chest cold sort of got in the way of any modeling work. But all is well now and we're back at it. Frame is about done and a Ford flat head 8 has been added along with brass working driveshafts. The upper body is built but will need a lot more work before it is ready for mounting on the frame. But here is where it will sit. The pumps are powered by a Ford Model B engine, one of which I found in a '32 Ford kit. I added a frame for it to sit on and will mount it in the back of the body. Edited January 10, 2014 by Chariots of Fire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Whoa! That's looking even better than great. Been a dry spell, but glad to see you back at it, Charlie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disabled modeler Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Now that is....COOL...!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platerpants Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 cool start Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arnd Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 hallowow that is really a grate work all that scratch building makes is verry realistic and authentic. just wonderfull.so longArnd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitro Neil Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Wicked Pissa! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chariots of Fire Posted January 15, 2014 Author Share Posted January 15, 2014 Got a bit more done on the body and front plate that protects the truck as it travels through the woods. I used 3 pieces of an ALF kit cab to construct the front plate. You can see where I filled in the headlight and turn signal locations with plastic and a bit of filler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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