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Thats a unique build. Looks like a hard working old school day cab. Something about a working day cab that is just right. Nice conversion.

This is just getting better and better. Love the steelie drivers, that makes it look like a worker , love this.

Thanks Brian , yeah a little bit fiddly but a lot of fun but not without one or two minor challenges that keeps a guy thinking. And to be careful not to get ahead of myself. It sure will be a unique truck on my shelf

Thanks pal. It looks way better in real life and will really shine once on the truck. The detail is fabulous…

A small update here. It doesn’t kook like much but it came with a little trepidation and great care to make sure I got it right the first time. Mostly due to using the unforgiving CA glue and some fragile pieces. Anyway I pushed ahead and added a few little bits to the control box like flow knob and a few ‘toggle’ switches. I also completed the work platforms with the propane tank holder ( still need to add the upper hold strap ) and added the main spray bar and attached the plumbing. Jurgen’s design and Bren’’s printing is very precise so I had to really be careful and be accurate ( because of the aforementioned glue we all know about ) the end result is going to be really good once painted ( to hide my sloppy glue work ) . Putting these pieces took about 4 hours of absolute pleasure and enjoyment. The fitment is near perfect.

You did a GREAT job on that trailer JM !! And in lightning time as well. It is a bit of a difficult kit to get everything line up straight and correct but you nailed it. I’m excited for the new cabs too. This will be a great addition to the convoy.

She looks like she is ready for Bill’s paint booth at the New Denver YRB Shop!! Can’t wait for the next update. This is just so good !!

Boy, that sure didn’t take long , and it turned out beautifully!! Your painting and decals are great ! When the can gets there and painted it will be a great build ! I like this a lot. Good job buddy !

Tom , take your time getting back on the horse as I’m sure you are more than well aware of after 9 ops, let’s hope this is the last of many. Take good care go slow and drop in to say hi now and again. 8 weeks will fly by. Get well soon Jeff

That looks amazing ! How did you get the paint lines so sharp and no bleed through? It would have taken me a month to mask that tight and sharp and I still would have had bled through. Masking corrugated side walls is a huge challenge to get right. But you got it perfectly !

Back in the day we had one as our low bed tractor. It had an 8v92 with a 13 spd. It was quite a comfortable truck to drive and the short hood helped with tight spots to get in and out of. I’m looking forward to your build. Sounds like it will be a worker.

Looking forward to more. ……

Incredible scratch skills. This is beautiful and accurate with all the fine details. This is so cool. I love watching this come together. Each update is a great tutorial. Love this !

Great idea on the trailer walls. You are so right that the alignment pins don’t fit. I will have to maybe “ borrow” your idea and get my regular trailer built. I can't wait till those cabs arrive and how this comes out , its going to be a great addition to the fleet.

Thanks, Brian, actually that is not rubber style hose, but rather a 'telephone' wire with a plastic coating, so in this particular case, it works ok as long as I am careful with it so it doesn't crack and come off in chunks.... I used a lacquer paint , as I am still not sold on acrylics, I don't ever have any luck with them...

I just realized that it has been a while since I posted an up date. I have no real excuse other than I have been spending a lot of time on the computer with American Truck Simulator. Oh man that simulator is just SO cool and realistic. There are even some trucking companies using it as a training aid …. Similar to the flying simulations for pilots. Its very immersive and realistic. Anyway, that has taken a little bench time away ….🤭🙄🤣but I have been chipping away a little bit on this distributor truck. I am really not a fan of those clear ‘window tubs’ AMT uses for some of their kits. I want to open the driver’s window. Holy cow that plastic is HARD, but with perseverance, a few slips with the knife, no blood and some swearing I got it cut. The ‘glass’ looks scratched and a mess but all that is hidden although I think I will polish it anyway. But it worked. Then a splash of paint on the truck frame, and then the transmission and wheel rims. The wheel rims are painted in anthracite grey which I hope will give a little contrast. They still need some detailing paint. And finally a bit of a milestone is the engine and transmission install. I have some ideas and a couple new bits for the interior to dish it up a little as it is VERY plain and devoid of nearly ANY detail, so I will try my hand at some detailing 😳😳 This is not a huge update but one to show I am on it ( sort of 😉) and it will get finished..

Thanks , Gary. Still a bit plain at the moment and in need of an update , but what will make it “ shine “ is the full tank, pumps, pipes and spray bars that were exquisitely designed by Jurgen and expertly printed by Bren. Thanks for checking in my friend.

This is SO good ……

So precise ! Changed a few of those over the years , always in the dark and usually during a snow storm. Just excellent Brian !

Page 64 , 🤭

Now that is very cool Ron . And perfectly period correct paint , can’t go wrong with using old sales ads for exact details. This is a beauty. And a rare unit and will be great on the shelf. I like this one… very well done. Take a bow !

That green looks really good , Ron. Combined with the dark green cab, this will be very cool. Now the finicky painting starts…. And a steady hand. 😋

Wow. That looks cool. Your decals are really eye catching. The new cab Bren printed is awesome, between your design skills and his printing skills , you guys make a great team. The persistence you two have to get it figured and make it right shows through in the final excellent results. Well done !!! I am looking forward to this one coming together.

Nice build. Love the color!

It is weathered exactly like Cardillo’s trucks are in real life. Clean , shiny and sharp, this is a fabulous build. Just beautiful