am73grand Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 Hi Guys!! It's been a while since I posted a build on any of the forums here. I thought by jumping into the build off it would get me motivated to finish something. This truck is an all resin kit that took FOREVER to get. Here's where I'm at: I built the chassis and was going to build it as a converted fire department tanker. Then I picked up a Revell Kenworth 900 Wrecker kit dirt cheap at a thrift store. I decided to Convert the Krazz to a wrecker. This meant I had to stretch an already assembled frame. And here's where I'm at. The space behind the cab is supposed to house the spare tire but I destroyed the tire carrier. I'm thinking of adding a pair of outriggers there and mounting the tire behind the boom. I've made a new winch bumper for the front from scratch. Here is the truck mocked up. This rig will be blue and white To match the other heavy wrecker in my fleet: I intend to wheather the Krazz slightly. This is how far I've gotten with the truck so far. I'll keep you all updated! Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 This is a very cool project! Looking forward to seeing more!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam I Am Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 All I can say is....WoW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 That's gonna be an awesome wrecker ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince66 Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 Who let the Beast out Who Who. These R190's you have going are just going to be killer looking builds. Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 42 minutes ago, NothingAsFineAsaW9 said: Who let the Beast out Who Who. These R190's you have going are just going to be killer looking builds. Nice work. Umm... Its actually a Kraz 255 truck lol definitely could pass for a retired military truck converted to civilian duty !!! Especially looking at those tires , that beast will go anywhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince66 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 My bad was looking at his fire truck with the R190 cab confused it with this build. Never heard of a Kraz thanks for pointing that out @gotnitro? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted January 10, 2020 Share Posted January 10, 2020 Outstanding work, already.... This is going to be awesome... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delta99 Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 That's pretty cool, following Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 Very Kool... I'll be watching this one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
am73grand Posted April 28, 2020 Author Share Posted April 28, 2020 I've finally gotten back to this thing. I was originally going to add outriggers between the cab and the wrecker body. I just didn't like the look. While digging for parts for something else I found an Italeri pivoting crane that had it's own set of outriggers. Problem was I had no room for it between the cab and body. What to do? I stretched the frame again: I mocked it up to make sure everything would fit And here it is up on it's tires, well half of them anyway. The rear wheel openings do not appear to line up properly so some work to the body is in order. I need to wait until the wheels and tries are mounted for good before I can do that though. Thanks for looking. I'll hopefully have more updates soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 Dang that is one kool looking set up!!!!!!! Liking that a lot!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted April 29, 2020 Share Posted April 29, 2020 Love that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
am73grand Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 I've been moving along on this project but forgot to update it here. Sorry about that! Here's where my monster wrecker stands as of today. I did some additional detailing on the engine then made it look well used. Every pic I've seen of one of these has the paint peeling off the air cleaner. I tried to replicate that look. Here's the boom arm detailed. I've got a few more details to add before I can call this part of the truck done. Here's a front view. I'm trying not to go overboard with the weathering. And here's a preview of the livery it will carry. This will match my Lonestar wrecker. This truck has been one of the most challenging builds I have ever done. Between the resin base kit and all the mods it has really tried my patience but I think it will pay off. Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Excellent work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Looks Great so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hermann Kersten Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Really nice project, and the color scheme is awesome. The damages on the bumper is a very nice detail. Hermann. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbill Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 You’re knocking this one out of the park! That thing looks awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggu Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 LOVE that front bumper ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutzie Posted May 31, 2020 Share Posted May 31, 2020 You are making great progress. Looks amazing so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
am73grand Posted June 1, 2020 Author Share Posted June 1, 2020 Firs, I want to thank everyone on the positive comments on my project. This is one of the most difficult builds I've ever attempted. Here's my latest update: I was able to get started on the interior. Those seats look way to clean. Guess I'll have to dirty them up. i figured out the spare tire mount. Simple seatbelt buckle from MCG. Cab is painted and the boom is installed. Cab is just mocked up as I have quite a bit more to do before I can mount it for good. Thanks for checking it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutzie Posted June 2, 2020 Share Posted June 2, 2020 Looks amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scaniart Posted June 2, 2020 Share Posted June 2, 2020 Very nice work, She look's good..! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
am73grand Posted June 23, 2020 Author Share Posted June 23, 2020 (edited) I'm sorry it's so long between updates. I've got a lot done on this one. The interior is finished. Here's a shot of it before I mounted the cab for good. Cab is mounted for good and I was able to add hinges to the doors. Engine detailing is done and I hinged the hood as well. I also got the windshield installed. While I was at it I added a spotlight to the "A" pillar. The lens for the spotlight has been added. It fell out and I didn't notice until I took the pics. I'm in the home stretch with this. It should be finished soon. Thanks for looking Edited June 23, 2020 by am73grand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince66 Posted June 23, 2020 Share Posted June 23, 2020 Beastly looking hook you have there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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