Ralph Henderson

did it come THAT shiny?? That's awesome..

or check with Modelhaus Tires.. modelhaustires

Not sure what I'm looking for. I am new at the Big truck stuff. I find myself with a few of the Trailmobile truck boxes from the Ford short hauler and city delivery. Thought "Why not make a couple short trailers??" Question is, where do I find suspension and hitch? does anybody resin cast the parts, or maybe 3/d print them? Frame rails are easy, 1/4" to 1/2"" evergreen I beam. but the suspension not so easy.. Any Ideas?

very nice!

Nicely done!

I drove a flatbed C800 (I think it was an 800, it was in the late 70's, and I've slept since then) It was a factory equipped propane powered 429 and quite honestly it was a bit of a slug in the hills around Northern California, and my brother in law had an early 60's 1/2 ton Ford with a 262 in it, and that was a slug going downhill with a tailwind. I cant imagine a 20,000 lb truck with one of those motors in it. I know gears help, but wow... Those 5 lugs are around, through Modelhaus Tires, and Scenes Unlimited. and I think Ken Kitchen even does a 262. Fireball does an awesome New Process granny 4 speed, also

Thanks for the info!! and @Gramps46, I may be in touch for on of those tops..

Great job on a fascinating subject. This was a big deal back then for all race fans, but for a 11 or 12 year old kid like me it was HUGE. I must have built 5 or 6 of these back then, plus my Dad was a Scout leader, and I think He did a pinewood derby car or two that was heavily influenced by them Awesome job. Might make me get the one I have left out. Those Indycal tires sure make a big difference, also!

I've seen talk of one, but has anybody produced a nice, drop on, hard, up-top for the AMT 289 Cobra? Need a couple for projects, and my scratchbuilding just ain't doing it justice..

Yeah, that's what i was afraid of. Oh well, maybe some one will step up and do some detail stuff. Lots of light and medium duty Fords could use it..

I finally found some shots of the photo etch fret, does anybody still make or sell this??

Dr Kerry and Gloozalot Both great traders! Great descriptions and timely shipping! Thanks Guys!

How bout another old motorhome, (5th Wheel) https://www.motor1.com/news/347029/custom-1970s-ford-c900-rv/

Funny, reading thru this thread 9 years after 1st post, how many of these things DO exist now. Moebius and their pickups, the Rev Bronco, The revell 1/25 Cuda. Modelhaus Tires are still around, other resin tires and conversion kits seem to pop up all the time. Several reissues, sometime with new or corrected parts. The 3D Printing industry is primed and starting to flourish. But I'm also reminded that if something shows up and lights yer match you better jump on it. We all got real used to Modelhaus being just a call away, never even dawned on anybody they might retire someday. A lot of these resin casters are, shall we say, in the twilight of their lives. Company's get bought and sold, never know how long something's gonna be available, (Revell Model A's???). Remember to patronize the cottage industry and your local shops, if you're lucky enough to have one. And if you want it, buy it when you see it!!..

Now this looks like a fun project!! Nice job!

GREAT job on a tough kit. I hope to find an MPC one in the future. I built all the MPC's all those years ago, and a couple IMC's. They were tough on a 13 year old, I'll tell ya!!

Thanks Casey. I was looking for the wheelbase' that the kits represented. "Leafsprings" gave me the answer. 111, 133, 153. I looked all over the forum, the net, everywhere, and couldn't find THOSE numbers. Now we have em! Thanks again!

Thanks Tommy, That helps a lot. Have to pick up a van body one. That'll get me close enough to do the above transporter. My best measurements show it to be a 175" w.b.

Hey Folks. I have a couple projects I am going to use the AMT C600 etc for. Could one of you fine folks tell me what wheelbase is represented from the 3 available kits?? I was introduced to a C-800 in the late 80's when I worked for Suburban Propane, wish I had some pics.. Long flatbed with a knuckle boom behind the cab for moving residential propane tanks. 429 factory propane carb'd, 5 speed, two speed rear.. Fun to drive, drove it all over No Calif and western Nevada.. a quicky shot of one of the potential projects..

Hey Folks. I have a couple projects I am going to use the AMT C600 etc for. One of you fine folks tell me what wheelbase is represented from the 3 available kits?? I was introduced to a C-800 in the late 80's when I worked for Suburban Propane, wish I had some pics.. Long flatbed with a knuckle boom behind the cab for moving residential propane tanks. 429 factory propane carb'd, 5 speed, two speed rear.. Fun to drive, drove it all over No Calif and western Nevada.. a quicky shot of one of the potential projects..

Don't forget SnJ Model Products Spray Metal kits. They still pop up on the ebay once in a while. I have an aluminum kit, but I'm not convinced it's still any good.. They produce very convincing metal finishes https://www.amazon.com/SNJ-Model-Products-Bronze-Starter/dp/B06WGV3X4L

um, YES!! now if we can get someone to photo-reduce the gauge faces.. Nice job as usual Bill.

Nice save. I love the AMT early Mustangs. I will be checking out the 2+2..

another happy customer. got the 1 ton front end parts, rear springs, and the 6 lug 1 ton dually wheels. GREAT quality, and prices. And spectacular delivery times. Now to find a Dana.. (and some tires) Although, the kit tires do slide right on those rims...

I too am retired, (disabled) and I seem to have tons of time, but I also have modelers add. I have about 7 things all in various stages of assembly and disrepair. I learn a lot watching you all on this board. Lots of neat tips and tricks that seem so simple once you do em.. Keep gluing!!