OlSchoolRedo Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 This original AMT T-526 kit was purchased about ten years ago from ebay. I decided last October that I would build this old girl as a break between other builds currently on the work bench. The engine was treated to a turbo and supportive ducting from my parts box. Fuel lines along with oil and coolant as well as air lines and a/c hoses were also added to the engine. The engine and chassis components were slightly weathered more so to help pull out details. Scratch built parts include a front skid plate and spare tire carrier. Since the kits mirror brackets were completely out of scale, they were replaced with more accurate ones from the parts box. The kits front axle was made steerable along with the 'butterfly" hood modified to function with home made hinges. Although the hinges are not completely faithful to the real ones in appearance, I believe they turned out okay. This was a fun kit to build even with the parts fit issues common to these old kits. Hope you like it, and thanks for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Wow !!! That looks great ! You did a really fine job on this one. I love it. The paint job, colors and paint scheme are awesome. Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 wow ! very nice work ! looks great and I like way you did the hood ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Awesome! That is some old school glamour right there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Excellent job! The upgraded details of this really make it pop. The steering, ac lines, stripe pattern, radiator struts, and the cab glass gaskets are all outstanding details. This might be the best build of this kit that Ive seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpreadAxle Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 You did a nice job on this one. Nice work on the hood and the paintjob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Beautiful Semi, outstanding job on this classic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8 Trucker Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 classic built, very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
towman1271 Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 I agree with Terry.. this has to be the best of this kit ever. That color choice looks amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landman Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Outstanding! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scummy Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Mate a real good job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Now that's a truck!!! Great Work!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1959scudetto Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Wow !!! That looks great ! You did a really fine job on this one. I love it. The paint job, colors and paint scheme are awesome. Be Well Gatorx 2: Great looking late 60's/early 70's paint scheme!!! Also that you painted the rear wheels and frame the same color as the lower cab ! Excellent execution ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Everything about this build is outstanding! You really nailed it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rctruk Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 That is one sharp Autocar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANovaScotian Posted April 17, 2016 Share Posted April 17, 2016 Nice looking rigLove that paint job! What did you use for the gold? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OlSchoolRedo Posted April 17, 2016 Author Share Posted April 17, 2016 Thanks everyone for you kind comments. The great work on this site from my fellow modelers keeps me hard at it to do my best. "ANovaScotian", I usually use Duplicolor automotive paints on the cabs and frames, especially when I want a metallic color. The color is Sunburst Gold Metallic over gray primer on the frame, and a clear coat applied to cab, fenders, and hood to give the color depth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Magnificent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extmcdriver Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Fantastic work, I love it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordmodelbuilder Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 This model kit has always been a favorite of mine. Never have been able to get one as they usually command a big price.Your model is beautiful. I love the colors you have used. Awesome build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFMgarage Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 That engine bay omg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZIL 111V Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Outstanding piece, love your sharp color(s): Gold/Cream/Red Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GearUpJammer Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Wow,that is one great looking A-car!From the paint to the details and everything else that's been mentioned already! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonidas Posted April 18, 2016 Share Posted April 18, 2016 That engine bay omg What he said...beautiful build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted April 19, 2016 Share Posted April 19, 2016 This is awesome.....Very nice paint job.....Just too cool looking....What a color for this rig.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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