purepmd Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 The CMT White Freightliner photo etch set sent me speeding down this path. I wanted to build something Detroit powered for a change, and what better combination that a Sliver 92 and a WFL cabover. The radiator and grille from CMT. The Stabilaire suspension from Italeri was narrowed about 2 mm to fit the 1/25th frame. Out board exhaust and dual air cleaners were added. The interior was converted to a platform style, and 150 gallon tanks were fashioned. Some srap box exhaust give a preview in the mock up photos. The headlights were lowered, the front axle was moved forward on the springs about 3 mm, the wheel arch reshaped, a front crossmember/radiator support was made, and a corrected visor and mounting bracket were added. Thank you for taking the time to look, Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bennyg Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Looks good so far. Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olsbooks Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Neat job. Those freightliner COE's are a long time peave of mine with the multipiece cab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Glad to see you addressing all the kit errors and adding all that detail. Between this and your Peterbilt, we're seeing some impressive work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q tip Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 wow I love it, i'm building the same truck the same way, I haven't seen too many 104's being built from this kit. the only difference between mine and your outstanding work is you went for the later model, I went backwards to the early 70's. ,,awesome work,keep the pics coming........john Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodgefever Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 That's really impressive. I'm planning to do a Vanliner, but it'll be a simple build compared with this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Car Man Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 MORE PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purepmd Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Thanks guys. This is the paint job planned for this thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q tip Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 that truck would had the red sparkle steering wheel, are you painting the stripping or aftermarket decals? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purepmd Posted January 10, 2014 Author Share Posted January 10, 2014 I am thinking of painting the Los Angeles stripes, Using Testors enamels and Pearl-Ex powders. I have already mixed a test batch of the black cherry main color an it was awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pavel A. Posted January 10, 2014 Share Posted January 10, 2014 Mark, next awesome project from you! I will follow this topic. I've also this PE parts. And as I can see it makes model on higher level. Great work. Pavel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q tip Posted January 10, 2014 Share Posted January 10, 2014 looking forward to see the outcome of the painted strips... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ790 Posted January 10, 2014 Share Posted January 10, 2014 Looks great so far! Where did you find the photo-etched grille? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted January 10, 2014 Share Posted January 10, 2014 Good Gravy, Holmes.....This thing is just, outright, amazing.....You've got some skills, Man.....You've got some skills.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbill Posted January 10, 2014 Share Posted January 10, 2014 this is going to be a home run for sure, looking great so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kostas Parchas Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Nice to see the headlights in the correct place. The paint sheme is a killer. Can't wait for this one. Kostas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelmikey Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Is their another thread for the cab? Very interested in seeing more shots/work to make it the 104" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBad Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 (edited) Bound for greatness! Impressive start. I like everything on this one, that front bumper is looking really good... Definitely one build to follow! You sanded the whole cab smooth, most likely the best way to go with this kit. Edited January 12, 2014 by BigBad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowtienutz Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Another incredible Job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr mopar Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Mark this is just AWESOME , but we need more photo's PLEASE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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