mackd Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Another loader for a contract. It's a dream that I wanted to make a Cat 966 C, my client wants a reproduction of the one his father drove. It is possible that I offer it in kit if I have the demand. This model is on the scale 1/24. url=https://servimg.com/view/17970702/4181] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chariots of Fire Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 An ambitious project but a great one! Will be following along for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dieselhead Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Now these are projects I love! I'll certainly be following this one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 This is going to be good!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yh70 Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 it will be another winner for sure Alain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Very cool project! Looking forward to updates ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackd Posted October 4, 2018 Author Share Posted October 4, 2018 Here is an update of the 966. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted October 5, 2018 Share Posted October 5, 2018 Awesome progress!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackd Posted October 5, 2018 Author Share Posted October 5, 2018 2 hours ago, Mopar - D said: Awesome progress!! Thanks Dan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truckabilly Posted October 5, 2018 Share Posted October 5, 2018 Wow, man. That´s something else and it sure looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HJK Posted October 5, 2018 Share Posted October 5, 2018 Bonjour Alain, This is a very interesting project and I'm always impressed of what parts and models you scratch together. I hope you don't mind if I have a couple of questions about the parts you use. So here they are: Where did you get the drawing of the frame and even more interesting where did you get the dimensions of it? I always experience the difficulty to get hold of any dimensions of truck parts especially when it is a vehicle from Caterpillar. They don't even answer my emails! What engine did you use for the loader? Where did you get that? Where did you get the wheels and tires for it? I'm really curious about the next update, so please don't wait too long. Thanks very much and take care, Juergen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackd Posted October 7, 2018 Author Share Posted October 7, 2018 On 05/10/2018 at 10:28 AM, HJK said: Bonjour Alain, This is a very interesting project and I'm always impressed of what parts and models you scratch together. I hope you don't mind if I have a couple of questions about the parts you use. So here they are: Where did you get the drawing of the frame and even more interesting where did you get the dimensions of it? I always experience the difficulty to get hold of any dimensions of truck parts especially when it is a vehicle from Caterpillar. They don't even answer my emails! What engine did you use for the loader? Where did you get that? Where did you get the wheels and tires for it? I'm really curious about the next update, so please don't wait too long. Thanks very much and take care, Juergen Hello Hans. For drawings it's me who made all the sketches, a friend helped me by giving me a certain number of dimensions. A contact at CAT gave me shemas frams front and back. I took a lot of pictures on real 966C. It's true that CAT does not want to know anything about the modeler, I have a friend at a CAT dealer. CAT likes to send letters of law to those who make parts for models that help them. The engine that I used is a 3406 it's not this engine that there is in the real 966C but everything is possible in life and it is possible to place it in the fram of one. 966C. This engine is found in Revell Snap kits. Wheels and tires are our creations my son and me. We sell them on our website: www.Papyhobby.com I hope these answers satisfy you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landman Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 Fantastique Alain. I follow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayton Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 You are in Canada rite? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 True craftsmanship! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 Alain, As I have already told you. I would like one of these. As I spent many hours and loaded many trucks with one like this . Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HJK Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 Hi Alain, Thanks very much for your answers. There is one more question: Did you carve the axle housings out of wood? As always I'll follow your gorgeous builds. Greetings, Juergen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackd Posted October 18, 2018 Author Share Posted October 18, 2018 I made them for this model, except that I made myself a mold for the central part of the hosing so as to use it for other models. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 Ahh guys!?? I’m selling all my models!!! All I gotta say is HOLY WOW!!!!!! That is awesome!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackd Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 My my advanced cab, I am waiting for a confirmation from my client for the extension of the sun cover on the front of the roof. I have to place the two small parts in front of the cab under the black line. Their angle is different from the big one. part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Very nice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpreadAxle Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 You are a true craftsman. Excellent work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hermann Kersten Posted October 22, 2018 Share Posted October 22, 2018 Very nice scratch build! Hermann. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redneckrigger Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 As always, Alain, that is superb work. If offered in a kit, I too, would be interested. C'est un travail de qualite magnifique! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted November 22, 2018 Share Posted November 22, 2018 Impressive work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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