slusher Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Outstanding work.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 That is just too cool, Dude....Excellent work....Everything looks awesome.....Man, this looks good..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted September 3, 2015 Author Share Posted September 3, 2015 Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted September 7, 2015 Author Share Posted September 7, 2015 (edited) The container is nearing completion. I was able to fabricate a working latch mechanism for the door. I have a set of diamond plate rear fenders (AITM) that will be used and when those are mounted, an auto tarp system will be installed. The tarp tower and gantry will be hydraulic: Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki It’s time to start concentrating on the rest of the truck…completing the chassis, drive train and interior or at least try to Edited June 29, 2017 by Tesla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 Very nice work. The latches look great. This is comin right along. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disabled modeler Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 WOW...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 Incredible Work!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 Wow! It,really looks great Dennis. The hinges, latch, and overall construction of the container are the high level of precision that we've become accustomed to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted September 7, 2015 Author Share Posted September 7, 2015 Thank you Clayton, Mark, Brian and Terry. Your compliments are what makes me try and raise the bar! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chariots of Fire Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 Looking real good! A handsome job on the container construction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 Dennis, You really nailed this one ! Great job on the waste bin. Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 Oh, yeah....You are looking really good, my friend....Awesome work on the dumpster.....Awesome work.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 That is mighty fine work so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted October 6, 2015 Author Share Posted October 6, 2015 (edited) 10-06-15 update: The ICC bumper is now complete. As you can see, it folds up in the tilted position: Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki The hood, cab and container were painted with Create “Airbrush Colors” opaque green: Hosted on Fotki Next will be completing all chassis parts and prep for paint... Edited June 29, 2017 by Tesla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Looks great Dennis. Your attention to detail is amazing. The DOT bar folds! Excellent touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Excellent work sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rigzndiesel Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Beautiful work! I like that dumpster.This is great scratch building! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitarsam326 Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Awesome! The wheels and tires look great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Dennis, That is spot on. I like the green you used. And the folding DOT bar is trick. Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 This build is incredible!! Excellent work!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patrickllaforge Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Very cool project, planning a couple for the winter myself. Looking forward to following the build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackinac359 Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truckabilly Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 I am watching this progress with great pleasure. It is a nice truck and you really added some value to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Excellent work, the details are amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted October 7, 2015 Author Share Posted October 7, 2015 I want to thank everyone for the positive feedback...it means a lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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