Cat Racer Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 Hello everyone, this one has been a dream of mine for 20 years, and now, hopefully I will finally be able to build it. I really appreciate a nice custom built Peterbilt, or Kenworth. When the builder puts their heart and soul into it, it’s amazing to see what they can do. This build is not going to be finished quickly, as I am going to take my time, and build it in a way that I have never seen before. I tend to pull for the under dog, I like the trucks that are rarely seen on our highways anymore. Once upon a time the GMC General and the Chevy Bison were popular trucks, landing lead roles in some of our favorite shows. But now you very rarely see one. So here it goes, my custom GMC General with a spread axle Great Dane. I hope you like! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 (edited) Should be interesting! Kind of have a soft spot for the GMC General, too. Edited September 24, 2021 by Jim B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockford Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 Apparently the General was like a class 8 Chevy Monte Carlo! Great interior on them. They sold well too. Looking forward to seeing this come together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yh70 Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 i built one in the 80's . it was a nice kit back then..hope it still is.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Looking forward to seeing your custom built General Joey. Do you know what colors you’re going with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Looking forward to your General! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Racer Posted September 25, 2021 Author Share Posted September 25, 2021 Thank you guys for your support. I’m not sure about the color scheme just yet. A big part of me wants to go with blue and silver, but I really want to do a military tribute. I am also very much open to suggestions. What ever colors are used, there will be chrome, lots and lots of chrome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayton Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 I seen one out side of agusta ga week befor last look like it just rolled off the show room floor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Racer Posted September 27, 2021 Author Share Posted September 27, 2021 I don’t usually work on my models over the weekend so I can spend time with my family, but I did manage to get this done. The cab had to be modified to accommodate for the new walk in sleeper. I still have a lot of work to do to finalize the modification for a smooth transition but it’s a start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Racer Posted October 6, 2021 Author Share Posted October 6, 2021 The frame has been stretched to 19.5 inches, definitely securing it as the longest truck I have ever built!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fantom Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 10 hours ago, Cat Racer said: The frame has been stretched to 19.5 inches, definitely securing it as the longest truck I have ever built!! What’s that gonna make the wheelbase? I’d guess around 400 inches or so? Keep at it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Racer Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share Posted October 7, 2021 Hi Fantom, you’re right, pretty close to 387.5 inches, thank you for your encouragement. I don’t know where I’m going to store this monster!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Racer Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share Posted October 7, 2021 Next up is the sleeper floor, I used Evergreen .080” sheet plastic to make the floor base, cut to the length of 6.75” going for a sleeper length of 170.” Strips of Balsa wood were cut 2 1/2” long from 1/16” x 1/8” sticks. After the wood was cut it was stained using Tattered Angels Color Wash Tint. I chose the Pewter color to give it a gray tint. To add contrast, I used varying ratios of tint and water. When the wood was completely dry it was attached to the base using Evergreens Canopy Glue. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted October 8, 2021 Share Posted October 8, 2021 nice wood decking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Posted October 13, 2021 Share Posted October 13, 2021 This certainly looks interesting. Really like the wood work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam I Am Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 This should be cool! Love custom trucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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