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Thanks so much for the Molotow tips! And again, a wonderful example of a classy and unique truck.

Thanks! That’s good to know. 72 hours between coats, or just 72 hours before handling after the final coat?

Now that’s what I call a truck!

You don’t see these much, that’s a shame. What a beautiful example. The aluminum parts are great. I’m very impressed with the Molotow. What did you use for a primer coat under the Molotow? Any clear as a seal topcoat?

Very impressive work. A worthwhile project.

It’s looking fantastic!

I’m loving the big bunk cabovers I’m seeing!

KFS is doing another limited production of the CL9000 this year. I missed out last time, so I have already emailed Howard at KFS directly to make a reservation, I’m number 25. I don’t know if there will be a US distributor this time around, but no matter, I’ll order direct. Maybe this will help stop the madness - temporarily, at least. One just sold on EBay for almost $350 with shipping!

Those cabs are awesome, Ben!

Welcome to the forum, great work!

I’ve searched this subject myself and I know someone did it, but all I can find is an old forum page of sorts and and a photo collage. They did an awesome job, but not much info, sorry. https://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=160653

Ahhh! The memories! “Wow! What a difference... Blockbuster Video... Wow!”

Manny at VCG Resins makes spun aluminum moon tanks, custom sizes, you specify length and width. In fact, if you sent him the picture, and specified the size, I bet you could get one just like it. Last year, he made a set of custom sized aluminum air tanks for a Peterbilt I’m working on. His prices are very reasonable, too. http://vcgresins.com/aluminum.html

Same for me. I’m “involved” in my hobby on a near daily basis, but it’s 90% dreaming and 10% doing. That may even be underestimating the time spent in “research and development” - the bulk of which is time on this forum. But that’s perfectly fine. It’s a hobby - no rules, no deadlines, no expectations - just true enjoyment...unlike the rest of life.

I’m probably one of the few who has resisted joining the Facebook party, especially at my age. Even my parents are on it. But even without my own page, I’ve been able to view the occasional hobby-related Facebook stuff. I looked him up on google, but no luck. Maybe it’s a privacy setting? I’d love to see what he offers. Anyone else have any luck?

Very nice, great aftermarket additions. Subtle, realistic weathering and details. Great work!

Beautiful truck. Moluminum will get you close, but you’ll have to modify the cab roof, scratch/modify the sleeper, etc. Lots of great items available from Jaime. http://moluminum-com.3dcartstores.com/KW-W900L-Conversion-Kit_p_135.html Hope this helps get you started.

Anyone have success sanding, prepping, and painting the surface of a 1/25 3d printed cab or body?

This is a really great thread, lots of very detailed and useful information. No one has mentioned it so far in this thread, but if I remember correctly, the AMT kit’s headlights are too high up on the cab. I haven’t located the thread, but I think some people have corrected that error on their models.

Nice work! Up until now, I never thought Cruiseliners were especially attractive, just ok. Nice, but not that special. You’ve really made one look awesome. What a classy truck.

Where do I start? Are the rear fenders, front bumper, visor, and rear light bars scratchbuilt or aftermarket? I imagine you started with the AITM hood, but cut out and scratchbuilt the headlight buckets? The headlight decals are a major downside to that conversion, but you overcame it. Lastly, the graphics are very well done, what is paint vs. decals? Metalwork Alclad? What a nice model! She’s a beauty!

Another amazing build! Too many “how’d he do that?!?” questions to list!

First time I’ve seen someone put an engine in it. Wonderful!

Yeah, CTM is your best bet for modern marker lights, amber and red oval and rectangular light types. The light bar, I’m not sure where to find it. Are you going to use square headlights too? I was thinking about using Czech’s US oblong headlights to do that myself to a k100. Minor body work around the bezels. What a cool project!

Excellent! I missed this one this summer. I hope this kit gets re-issued.