KJ790 Posted August 14, 2016 Share Posted August 14, 2016 Since I can never build a snap kit as a snap kit, here is my latest project. I started with a Revell snap-tite W900. Then I shortened the frame, added spring suspension to the rear, cut the skeeper down to a 36" coffin. Then I put together a KFS Caterpillar 1693 engine and paired it with an Allison automatic transmission. This will be a tight fit in the snap kit chassis, but it should work with a little modification. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 14, 2016 Share Posted August 14, 2016 Nice KJ. Your engine detail looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted August 14, 2016 Share Posted August 14, 2016 Nice idea, KJ. I like your 1693. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extmcdriver Posted August 14, 2016 Share Posted August 14, 2016 Perfect detailing and weathering KJ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted August 14, 2016 Share Posted August 14, 2016 Kurt, What you've done so far. Looks really good ! Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted August 15, 2016 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Nice idea, KJ. I like your 1693.What he said!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted August 15, 2016 Share Posted August 15, 2016 looks great ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted August 15, 2016 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Good call on the rear suspension and the engine weathering is perfect! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ790 Posted August 15, 2016 Author Share Posted August 15, 2016 Thanks guys! This grille should look better than the snap kit piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted August 15, 2016 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Thanks guys! This grille should look better than the snap kit piece. QQ That grill is cool ! I agree it looks much better than the kit parts ! Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GearUpJammer Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Looks awesome KJ,one of my favorite trucks!x2 on the engine weathering! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truck parts Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 That is a great looking start. Keep up the great work,and great detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Howard Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 I,m liking this so far KJ,i see you use some KFS parts,makes a difference on the snap trucks,and do you sell the Dayton rears you use,they are real nice ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ790 Posted August 16, 2016 Author Share Posted August 16, 2016 I,m liking this so far KJ,i see you use some KFS parts,makes a difference on the snap trucks,and do you sell the Dayton rears you use,they are real nice ?Thanks! I used to sell the Dayton wheels, but my molds are worn out now. Someday I will make new molds, just don't know when. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ790 Posted August 16, 2016 Author Share Posted August 16, 2016 Worked on the wheels a bit tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 Nice looking wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted August 21, 2016 Share Posted August 21, 2016 Nice looking wheels.X2 ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ790 Posted August 21, 2016 Author Share Posted August 21, 2016 Some plastruct diamond plate was used to scratch-build a battery box. I used pieces of a paperclip for the small handles on the cover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincen47 Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 Very nice mods, I like the wheels, grille, and weathering Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ790 Posted September 5, 2016 Author Share Posted September 5, 2016 Quick little mock-up. Finished up the cab and sleeper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ790 Posted September 5, 2016 Author Share Posted September 5, 2016 I put a little paint on the battery box as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapazleo Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 Interesting Monfort had some w9's with 1693's and Allison's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 Very cool project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 Coming along nice KJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ790 Posted September 5, 2016 Author Share Posted September 5, 2016 Worked on some exhaust today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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