10thumbs Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 Yep, that's exactly the video I found. Couple things I still don't understand though, I'll go back to Peerless and have another peek. What's a "walking beam". Does this mean varying the length of the trailer to better fit the load carried? Like the beam slides in and out further to adapt? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 It's the suspension setup. Some of the trailer my conan uses on the dump truck division and a lot of the Cozad!s, Murrays, and other over size trailers use it. Some of the truck kits use this setup. It's made by Hendrickson and there's 2 setups. Extended leaf and rubber mount. With my experience pulling these trailers,when turning, the axles tend to "walk" and not track straight in line like a Reyco leaf spring or any air bag setup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10thumbs Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 Again, thanks Clayton. Other questions pop up now, but I don't want to take Dennis' topic off track.This is an interesting project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted March 6, 2016 Author Share Posted March 6, 2016 (edited) The Engine is the Cummins Signature from Auslowe and has been test fitted to the frame and mounts fabricated: Hosted on Fotki The front end assembly (including the radiator) is from Plaskit. The steer axle is from the Transtar 4300 kit. The ends are drilled out and .040 rod used for kingpins. #001 O-rings are inserted to eliminate any slop: Hosted on Fotki The rear suspensions are Neway purchased from Plaskit. Wheelbase still needs to be determined: Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Edited June 29, 2017 by Tesla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted March 6, 2016 Share Posted March 6, 2016 Fine work Dennis. Im really looking forward to watching this truck come together. Those Plaskit parts look great. This is going to be one heck of a build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted March 6, 2016 Share Posted March 6, 2016 great start. ;-)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted March 6, 2016 Share Posted March 6, 2016 looks great dennis ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitarsam326 Posted March 6, 2016 Share Posted March 6, 2016 Lookin good Dennis, I'll be watchin this one, T800's arey favorite "modern" truck....since i drive one i guess im a little partial! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted March 6, 2016 Share Posted March 6, 2016 Dennis, I like the motor. Guess I am going to have to get a couple. Your chassis is really shaping up. And you know I like the tridem !! :-) Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted March 7, 2016 Author Share Posted March 7, 2016 Thanks guys...I appreciate your comments! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bennyg Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 This is quickly becoming my favourite project to watch. Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 Looking Good!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbill Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 wow, this is going to be super cool! either trailer is going to look great,.........i guess ya better do both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10thumbs Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Dennis, those parts do look fine. Also, I've never seen the O ring deal before, what a great idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extmcdriver Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 Really looks finely detailed, I wish I had your skill!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Man, this is looking awesome.....Got some serious work going on, here.....Awesome.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted March 26, 2016 Author Share Posted March 26, 2016 (edited) I'm waiting on parts to complete the rear suspension. In the meantime , I managed to get a few items constructed... DPF box...the step tread is Mr. Grip: Hosted on Fotki DEF tank: Hosted on Fotki The cab and sleeper has been painted: Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Edited June 29, 2017 by Tesla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10thumbs Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 Good progress Dennis, I like the box too, now that paint is on this is moving along. Good stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rctruk Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 You are doing an awesome job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 This is one awesome build to follow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Dennis, You are moving right along on this build. I like that suspension set up. Your bow with the steps looks great. And you paint job looks real good as well ! Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowboy rich Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 That's looking great wish I could get paint to lay down like thatRich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 looks great dennis ! nice paint work Too ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 Lookin great Dennis. I really like lookin at your scratch built pieces. Awesome work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted March 27, 2016 Author Share Posted March 27, 2016 Thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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