ReduitRetro Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 Hello again! The tractor by itself was featured here on the site a few years ago, its just taken me this long to get the trailer completed. Modifications to the tractor include a narrowed front axle, air ride rear suspension, and a caterpillar 3406 engine, along with repositioning the fuel tanks for symmetry. The trailer was modified heavily from two complete kits to have enough components to replicate a more accurate double decker loading system. The trailer build was documented in the "W.I.P." section under "Complete Bull Hauler" entries 1,2 and 3. Although a lot of the trailers internal details are now hidden, all the gates, ramps, and dividers all operate and function as they should. The rear of the trailer features a more modern roadside main loading door, with the optional upper curbside loading door, instead of the outdated obsolete center load style the trailer was originally. Front bulkhead overhead sign cabinet, spare tire and winch cable, side access doors, and functioning lock pin style landing gear complete the build. I must say I really enjoyed this build, even though I spent a lot of time on details inside the trailer no one can really see and appreciate, I know its there at least. Be sure to check out that W.I.P. on this trailer, since everything is laid out in detail there. Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nacho Z Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I am not a truck builder but I know a beautiful truck model when I see one and I am seeing one here. This is just fantastic! I love both the tractor and the trailer. Great job, James! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 I watched this one come together and learned a lot. Excellent work and a beautiful build!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell C Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 Very nice, and those photo angles give it an amazing look of realism! If you didn't see it, I altered the original artwork of the AMT box in those colors, except with white border striping and the lighter color for the tanks, second illustration here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 Beautiful Combo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutzie Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 Great looking build, James. You attention to detail and workmanship are outstanding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 Fantastic looking combination. The details are just amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flat32 Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 ??? ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vettegasser Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 Very good looking unit ye got there driver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 Ok! OK! Now ya need to take some pics of your model and post them!!! We like seeing real trucks on here and all but..... Wait? What? That's a model??? LOL, awesome awesome build James!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stavanzer Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 Yeah, What Doc Kerry said!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 (edited) Very nice model, I like it a lot. Edited June 8, 2020 by Force Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1959scudetto Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 This CLASSIC is really a Classic (beauty) - perfect truck-trailer combo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincen47 Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 That’s a rig to be proud of. I especially like the mods/upgrades to the truck like the Cat 3406. The trailer is awesome. A great combination! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr mopar Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 Sweet Freightliner & livestock trailer Awesome job on both …………………………….. Two thumb up ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grodudulle77 Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 Nice build !!?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren D Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 Great looking build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TECHMAN Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 ??? That is absolutely Beautiful!!!! Really, really sharp!!! DJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronzekeg Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 very nice build and pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extmcdriver Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Outstanding work, I love everything you have created here. The color combination really works with this rig! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankman Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 What a great project James, Freightliner cabover is my favorite cabover you did it mighty mighty fine.the bull rack no less.Beautiful ! Great combination . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzzleloader Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 I got to watch the power unit get built. Beautiful build. Meticulous attention to detail. Good photography too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces ll Posted June 23, 2020 Share Posted June 23, 2020 I or we ain't worthy!!!!!...... ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpreadAxle Posted June 25, 2020 Share Posted June 25, 2020 OUTSTANDING!! I love what you have done to the trailer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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