mikemodeler

The thing with custom SEMA trucks is that they are just that- Custom- and many parts are one off pieces. Much of what is on that truck you could probably build yourself with some plastic styrene tubes and sheet plastic. If you watch Texas Metal on MotorTrend TV, you will see that when they build trucks like that they custom fabricate those suspensions for the specific truck. Iceman Collections has some custom wheels and tires and when he opens back up you might find something to use, same with Scenes Unlimited. Also check out Fireball Modelworks, he has some cool off road stuff including wheels, tires, light bars, winches.

Welcome to the asylum, come on in, we won't bite. Hope you find it to be educational and entertaining.

Rumor has it that Moebius has a wrecker planned for the 4x4 F-350 Highboy kit coming out later this year, supposed to have a correct Holmes 440 bed. That should build up nicely!

I think those scale out to be 44 inch tall tires.

Looks like you figured it out. Nice work.

Is this what you are looking for? https://houseofhobbies.com/collections/auto-accessories?_=pf&pf_v_brand=Tamiya

Maybe if you posted pictures of the type of parts you are looking for, we could point you in the proper direction. I'd also suggest scanning the forum for builds like the one you are wanting to build to see if others have listed sources for the parts they used. Many of the custom trucks use airbags and multi link suspensions, relatively easy to scratch build from plastic stock.

Dan, your statement above is a contradiction in terms and also the problem with people flocking to EVs. They want to think they are helping the environment by dropping the gas powered vehicle, but the sad reality is that while the vehicle is no longer polluting out the tailpipe, the power plant that generates electricity is. A larger, scarier problem is that to mine the minerals for EV battery production, the environmental damage to the earth and surrounding eco systems is quite severe. Add in that much of this mining is done in third world countries where there is no EPA and the problem is magnified. About 40 miles west of where I live here in Charlotte is a huge lithium deposit that is being researched for possible mining and is facing huge pushback from local residents and environmentalists because of the impact it will have. I work for an automotive division of Toyota and we are involved in EV development so I see the writing on the wall but I am not convinced that we shouldn't be pushing additional alternative fuels and hybrids as some of them are much more environmentally friendly and cost effective.

Nope Joe, I just blindly post stuff on the internet and wait for the fireworks to ensue. Of course I did. The basic gist of the story is that given the amount of energy to build an EV versus a fossil fuel vehicle, there is not an immediate benefit to the environment like some people would have you believe. And considering that to recharge an EV takes electricity that is often created by burning fuel that creates Co2, it is still contributing to the emissions pollution it claims to solve. Add in the extra weight that those batteries add to a vehicle's overall structure and the "mileage" of an EV is diminished. I believe we would be better off going the hydrogen route as it is a much cleaner system, more sustainable and more ecologically friendly. The raping and pillaging of the land to yield the minerals for battery production is quite destructive to the eco-system.

eBay could yield what you are looking for, might be pricey. You could check with The Modelroundup and see if they have the kits you are looking for.

Flippin Awesome! Such excellent detail in such a small scale.

Here's something to think about when you consider an EV over a fossil fueled vehicle. And ask "Why hasn't the car maker or government disclosed this information yet?" https://www.thedrive.com/news/electric-pickup-trucks-are-dirtier-than-you-think

You do realize that TPMS was created in response to Ford Explorers experiencing roll over crashes due to low tire pressure, mainly because of defective Firestone tires, right? The last thing Ford wants is to have another debacle on it's hands like it did with the Explorers.

The potential problem is that the tire pressure was incorrectly programmed into the BCM. If left unrepaired, the tires could become low on air pressure, which could lead to a crash. The whole reason why TPMS was created.

The first recall for the F-150 Lightning EV pickup was issued by Ford on 7/1/2022. TPMS malfunction could happen, affecting 2,900 vehicles.

Hard to tell in that picture the size and type of tires on your Bronco, can you share with us? Scenes Unlimited carries some larger off road tires but he is currently closed due to some health reasons but hopes to be back soon. Fireball Modelworks also carries some bigger tires and I think he has some new ones coming that might work.

Ordered a second one off of eBay, thinking might put one of my extra 78 Dodge cabs on it with a backdated grille and hood.

Real world vs Test track is two different things. Electric pickup trucks have their place but given the lack of infrastructure to recharge them, it will be awhile before they are mainstream.

That Chevy cab is currently out either as a pickup in Coca Cola trim or the Racers Wedge kit. That Open Road camper comes up on eBay so you may find there, also check with some of the vintage kit sellers. The wheels can be had from Modelhaus Tires.

Guessing it is a synthetic oil? For what it's worth, the fluids I sell at my employer have all had major price increases these last two years, claiming everything from the rise in crude oil to the synthetic additives to higher labor costs. I did get an email from NAPA that they are running their bucket sale- buy a bucket for $2.99 and put three or more items in it and get 20% off. I usually buy my oil during these 20% off sales.

The show was 240-Robert. From the same team that brought us "CHiPs". They were the LA county Sheriff's department search and rescue team, show ran from 1979-1981. The first season used a '79 Bronco, the subsequent seasons used an 1980 Bronco, of which I believe Revell offered a model of.

Check your PMs.

In today's Round2 July update video Chad talks about and shows this kit being in the July mix. Likely another 30 days but encouraging that they showed a production kit so it won't be much longer!

I owned 3 different S-10's - 82, 88 & 91. The 82 & 88 had the same grille setup and that lower valance panel did not turn up at the ends under the headlight bezel. Otherwise that looks dang close accurate! I have a spare body if you want to use it to check the fit. There is also the 91-92 grille that would be nice to have, along with the GMC version.

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