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This will be another great build. It always makes me chuckle a bit when I see those chrome spokes, but I know you’ll take care of that nonsense. Unique tanks, and I also like the rarity of the 6-71 (putting one under the hood in a build, not in real life), so this will be a fun one to watch.

Great work so far, it’ll be a unique build. I remember this one has been in the planning stages, or on the project wish list for a while, glad you’ve got it going. Nice that Texas 3D was able to come through on the cap.

An accurate, open, 82-86 grille for the MPC/AMT Bronco would be much appreciated. I have a complete kit from which I could supply a primed body and any other needed parts. Though I’d prefer one to fit the MPC kit shown above, I also have the Revell/Monogram Bronco that I could also supply, if there’s interest in doing both. I’m also the owner of a 1:1 ‘86 Bronco, if that would be of help to verify measurements, photos, etc. Thanks.

The very valid points being made about agriculture equipment made me jump to another subject where the EV support infrastructure (or lack there of) could prevent its practical use: Law enforcement vehicles. Getting back to the original post, I imagine this means we won’t see a Dodge-based police pursuit vehicle when they go EV. Even though charging stations could be installed in police garages, stations, etc, the mere thought that they’d be dependent on the electrical grid would, I believe, prevent any municipality from going electric. It will be a very long time until battery tech provides the range and infrastructure, and more so, the infrastructure reliability needed for emergency operations. Don’t get me wrong, EVs have a place, it’s just not everywhere.

Thanks for the information. Now, this conversion would allow for the builder to update the Italeri kit to a 2018+ model, assuming the cab and sleeper was unchanged when Volvo recently redesigned the vn series, correct? The hood, bumper, side fairings, etc. are the obvious updates. Just wondering what else would need to be done. I haven’t studied photos (yet) to see if I can spot any differences in the cab and sleeper between the earlier models and the current lineup, but I imagine there are at least some subtle changes to those parts in 2018. I know there were some changes to the rear sleeper fairings in 2014 or so, if I remember correctly.

Yeah, as suspected, I can’t find it. Your screenshot says “last item”, but with something like this, they’d probably make more. What was the seller’s name?

If you’re looking for 1/24-1/25 scale 1960’s - 80’s pumps, (even much later eras in some rural areas) the best is a resin line of kits from Doozy Modelworks. They’re available on eBay from time to time as well as some other online sources. They have 3 different designs and come in single and twin packs. They also have many other types of highly detailed resin kits and items.

That’s interesting. I’ll have to go look and see if they’re still selling it.

Beautiful build. Especially fun when the model on the shelf is a great conversation starter like this one.

Looks great in white, especially with the white Budd wheels. Nice resin tires, too.

Wonderful. A popular color combo for the time. I really love the simple, daily driver, stock look.

Now you hold the world’s record for the longest 1/25 scale Cadillac! What a unique build. Crazy and cool. I remember reading about it in the Guinness Book of World Records when I was young.

Really cool history. I’m sure I’m not the only one who appreciates your contribution to the hobby, and reading the stories about it.

The wheels are a huge improvement in and of themselves, but wow, overall it’s really coming together.

I second Model Cave in Ypsilanti Michigan, located right on your proposed route. Looks like it’s already marked as a stop, but a great destination you could easily spend a day or more visiting, The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan. Honestly, there are so many automotive-related stops you could make in Michigan, let us know a little bit more of your specific interests, and there’s probably something for you on your route. As a family trip visiting “The Soo” might I suggest adding Whitefish Point and Tahquamenon Falls. They’re not too far off your path, and definitely worth the time to visit while in the eastern UP. The list goes on and on, but I’ll leave it there for now. It’ll be a fantastic trip.

For what it’s worth, here’s a few ideas of mine. You can mix and match as you “see” fit. If it looks “eye sweet” - well then, it works for you. That being said, I myself, tend to notice some combos being a little off, enough to bother me and I try to avoid mixing the scales when it comes to the truck and trailer. 1. Less noticeable is when the trailer is 1/24 and the truck is 1/25, as trailers are inherently larger, and the 1/24 96” wide trailer looking like a more modern 102” with a 1/25 truck. 2. Tankers are perfect for swapping scales, as it’s been said. Tanks come in varied capacities, perfect for being a little smaller or larger. 3. How you display it. If the truck and trailer are displayed in a straight path, the height, length, and especially the width over the drive tires are more noticeable than if you are able to display them connected, but askew, like it’s in a turn where the truck is 45 degrees to the trailer. It’s more difficult to discern the scale difference when the combo isn’t lined up. As a bonus, you can get that perfect 3/4 view on the truck cab, and the impressive view of the length of the side of the trailer. Granted, this takes up more space in depth, but it’ll shorten the width.

Another great build. I’m so glad to see you back. I totally understand how life gets in the way. Looking forward to seeing more of your work. How are the V8 cabover builds? I remember those being great projects in the works.

Where to I start? It’s fantastic. Even an air dryer and reflectors on the lug nut covers! I don’t think non-truck builders can fully appreciate the level of modifications one needs to do in order to properly represent a truck like this one. Cab width, grille, headlights, suspension…the list goes on and on. Even the correct aftermarket drive tires. Not to mention, the engine and all of its associated modified parts and details. In most cases, kit manufactures only get us only halfway there. I love it when I see a build go all the way!

Love the look. Great to see a nice cab and chassis stretch. Not very many people put in the the effort required to make a 110” 352. Nice.

Nice work with this one. You don’t see that many Superliners here in the forum, let alone one dressed up so classy. Great mods, they improve the look and accuracy. Nice to see a proper North American-style fifth wheel. Most Italeri kits come with their European-style fifth wheel - incorrect for the US trucks.

Welcome back, and what a great build to kick things off again. Very nice paint scheme.

Wow that’s an impressive dio. Extremely realistic. In my opinion, the most effective dioramas tell a story - often the simpler story, the better. This one does a great job.

Excellent!

Excellent build. I like the color scheme and the treatment of the grille.

Awesome job on creating a very unique version of the 4070a. I like it. I’m also curious what the “extended cab” was used for, as I’d call it. I’d like to think extra room for storage, but not practical with a cab that tilts, I’d imagine. Not much room for a bed, and not ideal anyway with all the windows. A couple folding jump seats for crew?