Mopar - D Posted August 15, 2020 Author Share Posted August 15, 2020 Thanks Gator. The wheels fit with no problems the only thing that I did to connect the wheels was to turn the brake drums around and then they fit the wheels and holds the wheel attachment in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutzie Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Great looking build, Dan. I have always wanted to build this kit but heard many horror stories about fit issues. Great job on the paint job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbill Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Wow! Looking good man! As said, what a beast of an outfit. Great progress on this . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 16, 2020 Author Share Posted August 16, 2020 Thanks Brian and Tom. I’ve been working on cleaning up the red over runs and placed some stars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince66 Posted August 16, 2020 Share Posted August 16, 2020 WOW just WOW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 18, 2020 Author Share Posted August 18, 2020 Thanks Vince! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 21, 2020 Author Share Posted August 21, 2020 I have now finished the interior and have the glass in place. Working on the alignment of the cab, fenders and engine covers. I think I’ve got it pretty close now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggu Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 Wow, this rig is looking every bit the part..... you line alignment is spot on, especially with 3 pieces to figure out.... NICE job.... I bet the real tractor was a heavy beast..... loving this.... Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 22, 2020 Author Share Posted August 22, 2020 Thanks Jeff that’s the look I’m going for. Part 3 of my Heavy Haul project is now complete. The Mack DM 800 is now ready to go. Next will be the gooseneck and more progress on the vessel. Your comments are always appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 25, 2020 Author Share Posted August 25, 2020 I’ve started working on the Gooseneck cleaning up all the parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 26, 2020 Author Share Posted August 26, 2020 Assembled the gooseneck and getting it ready for primer and then the plumbing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmericanMuscleFan Posted August 26, 2020 Share Posted August 26, 2020 That's what I call heavy equipments... The resin parts seems to be of very good quality and your added details are very convincing so far. It is obvious that you know your profession Dan, it is very well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUSADER2 Posted August 26, 2020 Share Posted August 26, 2020 That Mack is a proper Beast! and the whole rig is looking fantastic, great work!! really enjoying watching this build come together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 Dan, That tractor come out awesome. Though I would have done away with all of the kit chrome . I am really looking forward to the rest of this project. knowing you will do it justice ! be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 27, 2020 Author Share Posted August 27, 2020 On 8/26/2020 at 10:15 AM, AmericanMuscleFan said: That's what I call heavy equipments... The resin parts seems to be of very good quality and your added details are very convincing so far. It is obvious that you know your profession Dan, it is very well done! Thanks Francis the resin parts from KFS are very good quality but there is a lot of trimming on each piece. On 8/26/2020 at 4:55 PM, CRUSADER2 said: That Mack is a proper Beast! and the whole rig is looking fantastic, great work!! really enjoying watching this build come together. Thanks Geoffrey I’m also enjoying building it. 21 hours ago, gatorincebu said: Dan, That tractor come out awesome. Though I would have done away with all of the kit chrome . I am really looking forward to the rest of this project. knowing you will do it justice ! be Well Gator Thanks Gator I went with the chrome to go with the paint and to give the impression of a fancy high quality work truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scaniart Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 The build is coming on nicely, Um, just a quick question.. The fuel or oil cell on the side of the gooseneck, the cap is on the bottom..?? Was this intentional..?? Cheers and Stay Safe From Down Under. Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 28, 2020 Author Share Posted August 28, 2020 Thanks Paul for commenting on hydraulic oil tank. I was looking at my photos and saw the same thing I have corrected the problem. I’m not sure what I was looking at when I glued it on. Some how between test fitting and gluing I turned it around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 28, 2020 Author Share Posted August 28, 2020 Primer is on the gooseneck and I’ve installed the remaining nozzles and manways on the vessel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landman Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 21 hours ago, Mopar - D said: Thanks Paul for commenting on hydraulic oil tank. I was looking at my photos and saw the same thing I have corrected the problem. I’m not sure what I was looking at when I glued it on. Some how between test fitting and gluing I turned it around. Maybe the gooseneck was upside down to have a level surface with the tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted August 29, 2020 Author Share Posted August 29, 2020 Test fitting the gooseneck with paint on it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted September 3, 2020 Share Posted September 3, 2020 Dan, Now that is really beginning to look really good ! you have motivated me.To get back on mine. As soon as I clear the workbench of my current projects. I hope I can make mine look halfway as good as yours . Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted September 3, 2020 Author Share Posted September 3, 2020 Thanks Gator I’m sure you will have yours looking as good or better than mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 This does look really cool... Excellent work, my friend... You're really getting after it, Man.... Awesome... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted September 7, 2020 Author Share Posted September 7, 2020 Thanks for your kind words JT. I’ve finished up the gooseneck just need to run the lines to the transporter. Also have added the lifting lugs on the vessel and building up the vessel supports. Next will be to add insulation on the vessel and start building the remaining 2 transporters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted September 11, 2020 Author Share Posted September 11, 2020 I have finished beefing up the vessel supports and started insulation on the vessel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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