DRIPTROIT 71 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 This is an Illini Replica Conversion that I picked up a couple of years ago. This build will be a little different than my usual builds. I generally prefer east coast style work horses. This one will be a custom more in line with Clayton's vision for the calendar. Mack guys, don't get mad at me, but the only thing Mack is going to be the cab, and style of the frame, and maybe a few accessories. You can see the GW Trucks frame rails and Mack mud flaps that I picked up from Sourkraut's. The plan is a 250" to a 300" wheelbase with air ride suspension. The plan is to use the 12v-71 Detroit from Spaulding Trading and Shipping pictured as the power plant. As of now, to be a little different, I'm planning on using the steel wheels pictured from Double Take Replicas. I'm still battling with choosing the color scheme. I have more parts to gather along the way, but pictured here is what I have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandit1 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Cool project... cant wait to see it finished... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Brian looks like a very interesting build. Looking forward to seeing your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 So far, Im liking the amount of resin conversions in the B.R.B.O. This one will be good to watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Yes sir. There are gonna be some unique old trucks in this deal. Lots of resin. It's really cool the see the diversity of the builds. This is gonna be a cool build man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitarsam326 Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Awesome Brian, H63's are one of my favorites as well, cant wait to see it progress! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbill Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 so much cool stuff going into this build, should be a knock out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rctruk Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 This is definitely an oldie but a great one...can't wait to see it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Buckaroo Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Wow - that is a lot of engine for that old truck . Great subject ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted January 1, 2016 Share Posted January 1, 2016 Great idea you have for this project...I'll be watching! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Another cool old truck build. This contest is going to be interesting , As is this build thread ! Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scummy Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Oh sweet , like this . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobus Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 great choice brian , thats the the called the cherry picker ore have i it wrong?lookin forward to see tis onehave a lot to follow and lookgreat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted January 3, 2016 Author Share Posted January 3, 2016 Thanks guys!! I'm hoping to get started on this one soon!Jacobus, if I'm not mistaken, all of the H models were called "Cherry Pickers." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 nice subject brian ! looking forward to this one ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olskoolrodder Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 This is gonna rock! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vettecote Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 That's some cool resin stuff...Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travis T Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 There is really some creative stuff going on here. Makes me wish I was getting more out of the box on mine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purepmd Posted January 6, 2016 Share Posted January 6, 2016 A Buzzin' Dozen Bulldog H, outstanding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GearUpJammer Posted January 6, 2016 Share Posted January 6, 2016 Pretty cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted January 29, 2016 Author Share Posted January 29, 2016 All right Terry and Sam, I'm opening the doors on this one. You can also see the frame length here as well. I'm also trying my hand at casting some new cross members. Time will tell how that experiment will go. I've never cast anything before. Thanks to everyone who has commented!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Off to a good start. i don't think I would be cutting up a resin kit. But I applaud you for doing it. This should be an interesting build ! Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Buckaroo Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I have two questions and neither is related to your Mack.(1) where do you get cases big enough to cover a semi(2) does that rotary phone actually work ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted January 29, 2016 Author Share Posted January 29, 2016 Gator: Thanks for the encouragement! I didn't think that I wanted to cut up a resin kit either, but here I am.Sean: The cases come from Hobby Lobby. With a 40% coupon, they are less than $15.00. The rotary phone is still functional, but doesn't work on the new phone service that AT&T installed last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitarsam326 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Lookin good Brian, where'd you buy tje frame rails? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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