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I had a few hrs to putter today, finished getting the side wing mounted and testing all the parts.Always seems like mockups show things too close and changes are needed . I usually tack everything together so I'm not breaking stuff when problems arise The wing lift had me stumped , theres tons of parts in a small area . The hydraulic cylinder fits tightly against the mounts , and getting the mounts right proved problematic. I tried a few methods then settled on KISS. A few tabs to hold the cylinder along the brackets worked . Heres the lift bracket I really wanted this to have some movement cause I'd been concerned about the wing not resting flat . I made tabs from tube and strip so they could pivot . The effort paid off ...except one rod is slightly short ..easy fix The front post revealed a major issue . I either didnt make the side plates tall enough or attached post too high...either way I ended up adding an extension w I beam to lengthen the post . Before extending the post..whoops After adding the extension. Yeah..its very crooked , just tacked there Pinning the front wing plate will allow it to tilt and slide into the post ...another issue that popped up . I drilled out the wing hole, inserted an appropriate size tube ( bushing) so the pin would fit tightly. hide all this behind a washer and few Meng bolts ..and it's done ! that's it for now !

Thanks ! Glad I could help ya push your skills, it's fun trying different techniques. I appreciate your comments ! Yes having the real truck for photos certainly helps . I've had to swing by numerous times when I noticed photos missing

I started updating the wing supports and mounts . I've been told about several manufacturers of wings , and this was different than my ref. The biggest difference was the mount that secures the lifting mechanism ( rods) to the wing body. I profiled some angle and pinned everything together to keep em even. The horizontal braces were added also . The outside of the wing body had been patched over its lifetime also, so a few scrap bits were glued on. They actually had a 2002 date welded onto the patches ...I may try to replicate that w ctm etch welds thanks for following

Your doing very well ! Also finding out the head scratcher moments building trucks sadly . So many times these issues arise , but they seem to work out . Mocking up the body over frame does help get suspension lined up

Keep up the awesome work ! I'd never realize this was 1/32 looking at the details very impressive

Sounds good ! I picked one of those kits up from Ollie's , they look really good ! Havent decided what its gonna be yet

welcome to the forum Andrew !

your welcome !

cool color choice KJ !!! Definately looking forward to your KW

Jeff yes your able to join us ! I never actually required a deadline for entering , so your good to go. I'll have Dan update the list after you choose your project ! Good to have ya along

I had Dan add your name to the official roster also !

Glad to see ya join us JT been along time seeing your builds ! Started having orange truck withdrawls lol Your build sounds awesome definitely following along

Great tip ! I recall that from your previous builds

I asked Jamie and they have a set for the rog trucks and the 359 snappers.. several items show out of stock but he actually has them. Be worth contacting him and asking

Funny cause my wife was sorting thru boxes and found one I built back in 90s . Its deep forest green, going for British racing green

Umm... Its actually a Kraz 255 truck lol definitely could pass for a retired military truck converted to civilian duty !!! Especially looking at those tires , that beast will go anywhere

I ran into that when building the brockway dump truck , ended up leaving alone ..but it kinda bugs me now . One idea would to add a spacer between front axle and springs to lift the front slightly .

Nice work on your trailer !!!

Absolutely agree..this truck is sharp ! Everything just looks right well done

Lol I swore I'd use my selective hearing when the squirrels get chattering for new yrs resolution ... one build at a time But theres always 2021...

Definitely following

That's gonna be an awesome wrecker !

Wow your build really is coming together! Really looks the part too..villainous

Yea I've ordered directly from them, service was good even during the holiday season . If I want something sooner I order from moluminum I'm unsure about the compatibility, but will message Jamie and ask

Ron - first off welcome to the build off !!! Cant wait to see your Kraz , such an awesome looking truck its definitely going to be interesting I'll get your name added today