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Who knows? This video might give some of you model building ideas. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTTX_tuvfBc

Hey, I have a question: Which forum would monster truck models be posted under: the "pickups/vans/SUVs/light commercial" forum or the "big rigs" forum? I mean, most monster trucks have pickup truck bodies, but they're obviously way larger than typical pickup trucks.

Not to mention Peterbilt was very flexible when customizing rigs. I'm sure Kenworth would've been pretty much the same way, given they're both owned by PACCAR.

UPDATE: So, according to Tim Ahlborn in this thread, the 352 was indeed available with an 8V92 in 1975, either the 8V92N or the 8V92T:

Really? Where'd you get this from? I mean, the 8V92 was introduced in 1974, so I think it'd be plausible for a 1975 352 to have one, but maybe I need to go through some Pete brochures again...

Yeah, I think it was either Iceman or Texas 3D Customs that also has those.

Interesting that you should mention the 12V71T, because I bought one from Auslowe a while back and have plans to cram it into this GMC General I'm building, though I have a feeling I'll have to seriously mod the firewall to get it to fit.

Regardless, I think getting a 572 would make for a more badass monster truck than a 454, though I'd get a 454 if I was trying to make an exact replica of a specific truck.

Never knew there was such a thing as "European-style fifth wheels", but I love the attention to detail! Well-done!

Actually, after giving it some thought, I've decided to go with the 8V92. Hopefully, I'll have no issues fitting it under the cab.

I checked too, but he nevertheless had some very interesting parts as well, so I'm bookmarking him.

Thanks! I try to do as much research as possible, whether model building, doing art or writing.

Very nice work! It's not often you see people do builds of the Astro SS/Titan SS, so this is a unique build to be sure!

That gold paint really makes it pop!

UPDATE: So, I checked out both sites, and yeah, they have an impressive selection of engines, but sadly, not what I'm looking for. Still, I think it's cool they have 572 Big Blocks if I ever wanna build a monster truck model.