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Thanks! I should make a WIP thread for the chassis and what’s been done on the project so far.

It’s been a while. Here’s an update of the engine installed in the chassis.

Very realistic, and I’m sure Dean would enjoy it.

I don’t remember exactly, but it was probably in the 6 week range. Maybe less. I think it takes around the same time as an Auslowe order.

In the past year, I bought a KW aerocab/sleeper for a W900 project (combining it with a hood from Jamie at Moluminum) and the service was good, shipping time was reasonable, and the casting quality was also good. Some cleanup required, but nothing terrible. I’d recommend them. Even with the shipping costs, the current exchange rate works very well in our favor.

Looks like A&N will be coming out with a Paccar MX-13 engine. It’s still early in the design stage, but eventually it will be offered as an add-on to their DAF XG+ kit. For us North American modelers, this will give us another engine choice for our A&N Kenworth W990, or other late-model 3d printed/resin Paccar products. A&N also mentioned that the engine could be used in their next US release, to be announced late this year. Thus, it’s safe to speculate it’ll be another modern Paccar offering from Kenworth or Peterbilt.

Who’s the 3d printer guy (so I know who to stay away from)?

I really like the subject matter, you don’t see 9600’s here very often, as they are a rare resin model. You’ve done it justice, an excellent representation of a once common fleet truck. Your weathering is spot-on. I love the added details and aftermarket parts.

Wow, that’s impressive. What a project!

I’ve enjoyed your build process on this one. It’s great to see it finished.

Neat build. I’ve watched some YouTube videos of the 1:1. Great idea for a project.

A great project. Excellent modifications and added details!

Really cool build, lovin’ it.

I like it with the air deflector from the 377.

At age 44, there’s a whole lot of nostalgia in those builds. Brought me a lot of smiles. Thank you.

A good topic to discuss. The aftermarket 3d printed/resin suppliers will be the most likely source of future truck kits and conversion parts. For modern subjects, there are many I’d like to see, and I’d be happy with just about anything. But, at the moment, a Kenworth T660 would be great. As a bonus, its cab/sleeper could be used for other Kenworth models.

Looking forward to this one

That’s too bad. Thanks for posting the info.

Nice stretch. Classy rig.

Looks like a lot of fun!

She’s a beauty. Nice modifications.

Absolutely awesome!

Your builds would always stand out in their own, but placing them in this garage as a backdrop always takes them to the next level.

Excellent rig.

Another fantastic addition to the series. I like the group photo.