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All the work you put into this build paid off. You have one really fin e looking model there! Be Well Gator

Wow! That is some kinda cool ! Nice work on the motor and all. Be Well Gator

Doug, I remember the tractor. But don't recall the tanker. But I am glad you posted this build. I always enjoy your builds and photos. Your backdrops make it all more interesting! Be Well Gator

Dennis, Once again your penchant for detail is evident. Your scratch building skills ........obvious ! You ave recreated a truck that many people see on a daily basis. I would bet you could sell that model to That company for some serious money. Enough to fund several more projects ! Well done my friend. Be Well Gator

Darren, I really like the theme ! And judging by what I have seen of your work. This build should prove interesting. Be Well Gator

Unique to say the least! Someone has a great imagination and really good building skills. I like them. Be Well Gator

That is a really cool ( butt ugly ) little truck. You did a real nice job on the build. I don't know that I would fit into one of those trucks, but I think it would make a great little surfari car for touring the west coast of France looking for waves. be Well Gator

Max, Yes we do have tags on trailers in the U.S. A trailer like you are building. Would most likely have the tag mounted in the center at the rear of the trailer , between the ramps. Your trailer looks pretty good thus far. Though I would add larger gussets on the gooseneck. lots of stress there ! Be Well Gator

Totally Awesome!!!! be Well Gator

You 've a neat project going on here. i will be following this build closely. Be Well Gator

That GMC wrecker is a simple kit, That you can build up into some cool trucks. I like your flatbed with the under slung tool box. Are you going to put anything on the bed itself? Be Well Gator

Really a cool project! I like that you are giving new life to the old diecast Rambler. Be Well Gator

Alain, You have everything looking really good ! Looking forward to seeing the completed model. Be Well Gator

i also use the Simple Green, On for paint and or chrome removal. And i have been known to add some easy off to the mix as well. It works well on the moedl paints. not so good on automotive paints. be Well Gator

Michael, Building model trucks ( semi's ) is not getting any cheaper. But it is a very fulfilling hobby. You can build a kit straight out of the box. For little more than the price of the kit and paint. Or you can add/change things by scratch building , casting or buying parts from the aftermarket suppliers. I know of some model trucks that cost the builder a couple of hundred dollars by the time they were all done.I also know of others that buy parts bins on Evilbay and build a complete model from the parts.That is part of the enjoyment of the hobby. For your Diamond Reo kit you would need ten tires and wheels. Have fun and enjoy the hobby. I will be following this thread, Be Well Gator

Dan, Looks like a real good start on the paint job. And as far as I am concerned, you do not need to apologize for building it your way. And I am sure that your Uncle will apreciate the model and your effort! Be Well Gator

Max, I like your missile launcher ! It shows creativity and imagination, along with kit bashing and scratch building skills. As far as the 1/25th scale tracked dump goes. I plan on using a modified dump body from the ERTL Pay hauler kit. However that project is slated for later next year. I will be following your build with great interest. Be Well Gator

Max, That dump looks really good ! What scale are the tank tracks? I have a parts 1/25th scale tank ,that I want to do something like what you did. Also interested in the trailer and pick up truck . Be Well Gator

Sean, Glad to see you working on this one again. The paint looks pretty good. Looks like you will be finishing this one up pretty soon?? Be Well Gator

John, You are doing a really fine job with all the details you are adding. keep it up. I will be watching for updates on this project. Be Well Gator

That one is looking pretty good. Are you going to put wood in the bed or replicate diamond plate? Be Well Gator

Gino, I think you have it about as low as you can go with it. And I think you have done a great job on this project thus far. looking forward to further updates. Be Well Gator

great looking build of a real working truck! i love it. Nice job Sean. Be Well Gator

Good looking build! I have always liked that particular cab. I would like to build a dual drive tractor, using that cab. Be Well Gator

You did some real fine work on the cab conversion! The paint looks good. I really like the headache rack, and the rear fenders. I will have to try that trick myself. Its a good looking rig ! Be Well Gator