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I am and I do ……. Interested and care ….. The oil distributor tank you designed had over 260 pieces plus the ones I added , it is hard to believe how many parts are involved to build a well detailed model. Very interesting

Actuality in all reality, thinking hard on that I think I only tore two off. One was when they had the flaps mounted to the dump box way back in the day and we were butt oiling gravel and I got too close to the pile due to inexperience and the second time was when we were hauling shot rock and a big chunk of rock fell between the rock pile and the rear tire. When I pulled ahead slowly so the rocks wouldn’t fall against a brake chamber it, instead pulled the dang flap off. 🙄Then it was a trip back to the barn to fix it 😘

Lol. They do on the real trucks too. … ask me how I know 🤭🤣🤣🤣

This operational stuff is just awesome and helps this layman like me understand even more the complexities of your build. I am glad for that information as I was wondering if, for the extra boom extensions would a low bed tractor trailer be in the mix. Now , ……….“ I know the rest of the story “ Thanks Tom

That is fantastic information and amazing math and physics. I had no idea. And 12 pounds before a failure is mind blowing. Thanks for that information. I have a whole new respect and admiration for these units now. Just amazing

I guess that’s mathematics and engineering at their finest. It’s just amazing …. I love this build , Tom.

This is a great tutorial on these booms. As a layman, they look a bit flimsy, but lift massive weights and an incredible amount of small pieces that are never seen but are essential to the operation. This is extremely interesting build and a great learning tool for those of us who know little about them. The quality of the build work is stunningly accurate and precise as well, a joy to watch. I’m really enjoying this one , Tom .

Perfect bends on the flap rods. Did you do that free hand? Or a jig? They look great.

Thanks, Carl, it was a fun build too.... took me back to some good old work days.... thanks for checking in...

I think it may be too late. Steve and Gary say you are. 🤭🤣🤣Not a bad job to have. You could make them stand in the corner … And now back to the build

And the old ones still shoot spit balls !

Now that’s cool!!!

Randy …… your engineering and execution with such finesse, and precision is more than admirable, you work this model like a surgeon. It is incredibly impressive. Hands like a surgeon, eyes like eagle and steady as a rock. So much talent on this forum.

I agree 100%with Gary. And lightning fast too. Very cool build.

"BMU", that's hilarious ............. and perfectly accurate!!

This is crazy GOOD.

What a cool conversion, so neat to see more conversions, this one is top drawer, love the hydraulics..... so very cool

Wow, that is really sweet... the subtle weathering is really good... nice clean build... really like this one....

Thanks Randy !!

I always miked the style of these trucks. They look tough and ready for work. Your design work is iff the clock good. This will be a really interesting and fun build to watch. Looking forward to the next update.

Holy ….. this is really cool. Nice scratch skills ! This is one to watch.

This is awesome.... crafted like a fine watch maker.... your metal work is more than something to behold...I love looking at this come together, every time I look I see something I missed the first time, your 'welding', soldering is just perfect.... man this is cool...

Wow, Steve … that is true modelling in its purest form. Awesome work. I have to keep reminding myself this is 1/32 not 1/25. Big difference. You have amazing talents.

Thanks Ron , you are too generous. This means a lot coming from you with your unique builds and from a guy who also worked with these trucks, you know exactly what to look for and I am glad I hit most of the correct details. I am looking forward to your next build. Thanks for the kind thoughts.

Thanks buddy. I really appreciate that !