Warren D

I have the 3 kits in that I needed to decide how to proceed. Pics are below for comparison. The first is the Ford C600. Cab looks too big for the small packer body. Next is the Dodge and it might be ok, and I do kind of like the look. Finally is the 41 Chevy pickup. I like this one the best as it's close to the look of the Mack in the first post. Now I have to figure out what to use for wheels and tires. The kit tires with the P/U are way too small.

FWIW, I always used distilled water for decals. Too many times tap water left residual behind. Not saying that was the cause in this case.

I like weird but this is off my radar!

The front end is 2.8" wide by 2" tall. Body along the bottom from front to where the down slope starts is 2.5". According to my calculations, that makes capacity in 1:1 of about 5 CY. Adding height would be the hardest. It looks well proportioned, just small.

Maybe some "rotted" rubber hoses or parts of hoses hanging off the ends?

Nice. All you need is another one and a dolly and you'll have old school pups!

I can get you some measurements if you want. The packer is small for a full sized truck.

I think Auslowe makes them.

Thanks, I'll have the kits in a few days. I can do better when I have the parts in hand.

The trucks around here are on a variety of chassis/cab combos. Many are cabovers, the AITM offering for the CCC Centurion http://aitruckmodels.com/product-category/conversionkits/crane-carrier-company/ You'll probably have to do some kit-bashing. I've seen them on Peterbilts and Kenworths and Macks so pretty much any truck out there. Autocar would be cool!

Thanks for the idea. Didn't see it on his site but I think I'll wait until I have the 3 cabs mentioned to see how they fit. Kinda going over budget.....

New project, this is the inspiration, a 1946 Mack I saw at a show a few years back. I started with the Monogram garbage truck, just to get the packer body. This isn't going to be a replica of the one I saw, but more of a representation. Extra stuff was removed from the body and holes patched. Rear hatch was modified to be open. And installed on the body I added a couple of details inside the back, to smooth out the floor and added the packer blade. This is a 1/24 scale kit and will go on a 1/25 scale chassis. I'm not worried as the packer body is on the small side anyway. I have not chosen a chassis/cab yet. I thought the Ford C600 would work, but I think the cab will look too big. Next, I thought the Lindberg Dodge would look good, so I'm waiting on one to arrive. I suspect it might still be too large so I have a 41 Chevy coming that I think will be the one. Then I'll choose some wheel/tire combos to complete the look. Packer body still needs a few details but I'm holding off in case I need to make some more mods to get it to look right.

Interesting ideas, doubt I'd ever thought of all that.

Looks Great!

I like where you are going with this!

Looks so good I can almost smell it!

Regarding the headlights, I don't really care for the modern look especially considering that they will cost a fortune to replace. Yes, they will break at some point. Guess I'm getting old.....

Nice build, came out great.

Thanks to Gotnitro? and redneckrigger. Both great to deal with! Have to add Jim aka drinkone2 to the list, great guy!

Small update. Mounted the front axle and learned that I should have attached the inner fenderwells and fender extensions as they change the location of the hood/cab slightly. Cut out the pass thru for the cab in the cab back and interior. Starting to dry fit the cab/sleeper on the frame.

You could get a resin conversion kit for the Diamond T at aITM: http://aitruckmodels.com/product-category/conversionkits/diamond-t/ The scale length would be 24/25 feet. Take that number and multiply by 12 to get the measurement in inches. Works out to about 11 1/2". You'll need a second frame to donate a section to make up the difference. I usually cut the frame behind the cab and then graft in the length needed. You could also find a donor frame from a different kit or aftermarket. Inside the C channel I usually put a short section of sheet stock cut to size to act as a bridge across the joint. I also do my cuts using a hobby-sized miter box to make sure they are square.

No problems, just sayin'

It's coming along nicely. FWIW, the real trucks in this area are some of the cleanest on the road.

Has to be the nicest one I've seen yet!

Looks like they are closed for a while, site says they are moving. Hope they are back soon, they have some unique stuff.