ShakyCraftsman
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Wow! Looking great Lee.
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21 hours ago, Scott Eriksen said:
I just got an email from CTM with the new brake valve kit they came out with,,,,hey I just throw a few here and there but >> HOLY CHIT!
HOLY C☆♤P! That's what I call detailing!!!! 😱
Ron G
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58 minutes ago, Pete68 said:
Busy morning today the plumbing is done mounted the Cab/Hood to the frame added the emblem hardware, Cab Lights and turn signals.
She's starting to look like a great little Mack!
Ron G
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Keep.up the great work Lee. This is going to be a show stopper.
Ron G
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7 minutes ago, Pete68 said:
I finally got the frame done and the hinge plate installed for the Dump Bed not my best surgery it was one of those days my hands and fingers wouldn't do what my mind wanted
This morning I decided to paint my Engine Mack Power Grey instead of the Maxidyne Gold. I bought this can of paint many years ago at St.Louis Mack. I tried to get it to work but I couldn’t so I found a Grey pretty close to it. I drove a 1979 Mack Superliner back in 1990 and I remember the engine was grey from the factory because my Dad drove for the guy who bought it new in 1979 so I figured why not a late 1978 R model could of had one.
It's really coming together Lee. The grey look great, now you just need to add some oil spills...lol 😁
Ron G
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Looking good Lee
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Hello Everybody
Okay, before everyone starts yelling and complaining that I have several builds going right now. And that I should stick to one or the other.
I'm not actually starting on this build yet. It's more of a whats coming down the line kinda thing. Just to let you guys all know what goes on in the depths of my mind (and that can be dangerous 😁)
Okay, this will be another construction equipment build. It will go along with my Payhauler 350, XL SPECIALIZED XL120 RGN Lowboy trailer, jeep & stinger, the "BS" Peterbilt 359 HH, my 1/25 (diecast) first gear 560 Payloader, AMT Cat D8H dozer, plus a few other rigs that will fall into that category.
Well what is it you say? A 1/24 AMT Ford LTL 9000 tractor kit turned into a Dumptruck with a Ertl IH 5000 Paystar dump box, resin Cat 3406, 18spd Eaton Fuller transmission, front Bridgestone M844 425 floats, roadX DD990 24.5 drive tires, 5- hole Budds with lots of detail work.
A 1/25 Revell heavy duty trailer that I'm going to convert into a pintle hitch deckover equipment trailer. I will be converting into a dual axle instead of a tri-axle so I'm getting a different suspension system for it.
And last but not least a AMT John Deere 310 Backhoe. I am going to make all the cylinders work on it plus detail and weather it up. Here are some pictures for yous all to look at.
This is the kit I'm using.
This is the dump box I'm going to use. It's temperaly sitting on a Italeri Peterbilt 378.
Either this rear suspension.
Or this one, I haven't made up my mind yet.
Hopefully it will look something like this, but with out the lift axle.
This is the AMT John Deere Backhoe kit I'll be using.
This is the Revell trailer kit.
This is what I'm shooting for. It won't be exactly like it, but I'll get as close as I can.
These are the two sides of the trailer. Top one I modified into a dual axle set-up. Bottom one is the kit part before modifications.
This view shows the rear drop portion, deck and neck of the trailer.
This is the scratch built neck that I made.
This view shows the neck tool box lid and the piano hinge at the rear of it.
This view shows that the lid actually opens up via a hidden masking tape hinge.
This is the under side of the trailer deck.
This shows how the neck will attach to the deck.
There is a absolute TON of work to be done on these builds, but I hVe to finish the Payhauler and the "BS" Peterbilt first. Well thanks for looking in and I hope you liked it. I hope this is something everyone here wants to see. It is what I love to do.
Bye for now
Ron G
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1 hour ago, Scott Eriksen said:
I can relate to the arthritis Lee!
Boy oh boy can I relate to it. I have an eye condition that makes everything blurry and a severe back issue. I can only do about 4 - 5 hours at the bench before the pain is to much. It really sucks getting old.😒😏😉
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11 minutes ago, David G. said:
Hello Everybody!
Most of the kits I've seen online in photos and videos come with chromed wheels; this one did not. So working ahead a little I decided to clean them up and spray them with Rustoleum Bright Metal Chrome paint.
This was the result.
I'm guessing that even though there was no chrome coating on the wheels, some of them still received a partial enamel undercoat. Anyway, into the Purple Pond they go!
I have all the lower ramps painted and attached. Next comes a test fit of the superstructure sides. Each side is cast as a single piece and needs a little cleanup but they look they'll square up well enough.
As always, thanks for taking the time to look and please feel free to post any comments or questions you may have.
David G.
It's going to look sweet when you get done. 😁
Ron G
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24 minutes ago, Pete68 said:
Engine is finish and ready for paint tomorrow. Gave it a test fit all lines up. Sorry guys I’m not throwing Spaghetti all over this Engine my eyes and arthritis hands are not up to it besides I’m not that kinda builder
She's looking good.😁
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Not to get off topic. But I sure wish someone would make a accurate 1/24 Mack Superliner complete frame. If not a complete one how about just the frame rails. Then you could build a nice truck from the Italeri/AMT kits. Okay, back to your post.
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Okay, you hooked another fish. I like Mack's ( my favourite is the Superliner E9). Great start, I'll be following.🍿🥤🍫
Ron G
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13 minutes ago, Biggu said:
Color chosen ….. was initially going to use. MM Boyds metallic red, but upon some research decided it was very translucent and I only have ONE bottle, and if I mess it up, which I am prone to, I would be in a pickle. Ssooooo with that in mind we chose MM Stop Light Red Metallic enamel, mostly as it is close to the color of my cars and my Tahoe and it is one of my favourite colors. Also I think it will make the heavy haul look cool as well as I have two bottles . Also decided on chrome fuel tanks as I bought the $40 Revell spray can of chrome.
Hey Jeff
Look into Tamiya mica red metallic (in there lacquer line). I know they have it in there lacquer spray cans and I think you can get it in a bottle.
Ron G
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Hey Jeff
Do you mean this one Hendrickson R/RS (1 Pair)
Ron G
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2 minutes ago, TrucksMT said:
Thanks Biggu! I certainly don't mind the criticism if it's warranted, but going off the kit instructions and photos of the real MACKoy show that my repair is accurate regardless of other opinions.
Yes, this old AMT leaves much to be desired in terms of design, fit, and direction, but I'm muddling my way through it. Overall it is a nice kit but some liberty and creativity needs to be taken in figuring out how they want you to assemble it.
I did get some work done today. More engine detailing, front brake lines run air tanks mounted. It's slow going but I'm happy with it. Thanks for looking.
Great nut and bolt detail.
Ron G
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2 minutes ago, Biggu said:
Just a small ‘mock up’ of the engine change. Looks like it will work quite well. I’m fairly happy with this
WOW! Nice job buddy. Engine looks great. I told you it would fit.😁
Ron G
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3 minutes ago, BK9300 said:
Good idea! That company does make good parts - I just got an order from them, too and looks like good quality.
Yupp, they are first rate.
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Hey Jeff
You could get a couple of large cranes. You could use them to lift the dump box like your removing it, or installing it. That would make a cool 😎 display. 😁😆
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Hey all
Just a mock-up picture. I have all the axles mounted along with all the brake chambers.
This view shows all three wheel types used. The lift axle ones aren't the final ones, there in the mail from Paul at ST Supply.
Ron G
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13 minutes ago, Biggu said:
Of course …… that would work perfectly.
DUHH! I tought you would figure it out Pal. 😁😆😅🤣😂🤣😂🤣😍
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7 hours ago, gotnitro? said:
Good looking tires right there ! Where did you get your Hendrickson lift axle from ?
Sounds like both our orders left Paul's at the same time, mine got snowed in in Syracuse after our last batch of weather. I'm about 45 minutes south, and barely a dusting..they had several feet over the wknd
Hey Nitro
The lift axle is from KFS VIA Paul at ST Supply.
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Hey all
Okay, I have the front axle mounted.
This view shows the front axle mounted with the front tires in place. The tires are from Jamie at Mo'luminum. They are Bridgestone M844 425/85R 22.5.
This view shows the front axle turned right.
This view shows the front axle turned left.
Side view of the front axle.
These are the front tires and wheels. Wheels are from Paul at ST Supply. They are 5 hole Budds that I modified into wide float rims. That's it for now be back with more updates soon.
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3 minutes ago, Gary Chastain said:
Like where this is going. Will your lift axle be posed in an up or down position?
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Hey guys
A little more done on the "BS" Peterbilt. I have the lift Axle in place.
View from the top looking down.
View from the bottom looking up. You can see the brake chambers and where the air lines will attach. I stole these from my other Revell Peterbilt 359 kit. I will replace them when the ones from RoninUtah get here.
View looking forward of the lift axle.
View looking to the rear of the lift axle.
This view shows the lift axle wheels and tires. These are temporary. They are 22.5's and I have 20.0" wheels and tires coming from Paul at ST Supply.
Ron G
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It all depends on what the part is printed in. Filament is strong, but has a rough surface that is difficult to sand, but doable. Resin has very fine detail, usually, but is very delicate, easy to break. Just my two cents.
Ron G