RoninUtah

That came out beautifully, very well done! I love the story behind it, it's much more than just a model. A very fitting tribute to your dad, I bet he's smiling now, wherever he is!

Well, I had a chance to get back to this one and finish it up. I'm calling it done for now; I'll come back and adjust a few things once I get a trailer built for it. Putting it Under Glass soon, but here are some shots from today, as a sneak preview. Many thanks to all who have followed this build and offered advice, support and contributions!

Those are great, Gary, super helpful. Exactly what I had in mind: 3 axle jeep, 3 axle trailer and 2 axle follower. I’ll base the build on the 3D model and use these for detailing and mods as necessary. Thanks again!

That would be awesome, thanks Gary!!

This is more like what I’m looking for, actually. I found a similar 3D model on Cults, so I’ll download it and try printing it. This may take a while!

Probably a little beyond my skill level!

Thanks, Gary!

This is more of what I have in mind...😁

Thanks, Jeff! I wanted to add some depth to the headache rack to add a little realism to the chain cabinets; for some reason Revell made it too narrow to work. I’ll be traveling over the weekend but I hope to wrap this up later next week!

Thanks, Jürgen! The only lowboy trailer I have is the old AMT one; I’d love to build a proper one with the jeeps and all, but I haven’t found one on Cults.

Progress, in fits and starts. Cab, hood and bumper are mounted. The bull bar comes from an Italeri Freightliner. Stacks are made from aluminum tubes. Cab accessories are chromed and I’m starting to attach them. The headache rack is from the Revell Level 5 “Marmobilt” donor, I made it thicker with styrene channels and added a tower to attach a light bar. So, it’s gradually coming along and starting to look like a truck. Thanks for looking!

It was fascinating following your build thread, and the results are incredible! That is one muscular Mack, and what makes it special is that it’s completely unique. The completed rig with the other two Macks is most impressive!

Thanks, Jürgen, I really appreciate your support and encouragement!

Thanks for the detailed information, it is very helpful and good to know. I removed the crossover tube as you suggested and patched the scars as best I could but that’s as far as I’ll go. As I mentioned from the outset, this build won’t have the detail and accuracy of some of builds out there, where every bolt and air line is correctly placed. I build trucks to look accurate on a superficial level and photograph well and look good on the shelf. The hood is closed 99% of the time. But I do appreciate your insight and your comments!

Recap of the last week’s progress: Chicken lights for the cab, made from sheet styrene Hood and hinges; I’ll install it after mounting the cab. Hung the fuel tanks and battery/ tool boxes And now it’s up on wheels with the cab mounted. I need to plumb the air and make a few adjustments before I can mount the hood. Thanks for watching!

Thanks for letting me know! Obviously you know a lot more about these engines than I do. What should I remove to make it more realistic for the mid -90s?

Really nice K-whopper, very well done!

Cab details (chrome and rubber gaskets) done, I’ll let it cure for a little bit before I install the interior. Then it’ll be off to the races! So far I haven’t screwed anything up too badly but give me time!

Progress has been slow lately as I have been preoccupied by other things, but it’s moving along. I shot the paint, Tamiya metallic blue, let it cure a week and then shot it with a coat of Mr. Super Clear. I like the results. I just hope I don’t screw it up now. And I mounted the engine permanently and hooked up the coolant lines and exhaust. Now I’m detail painting the cab and sleeper; interior installation to follow. Thanks for watching!

I’ve always liked these Revell Level 3 kits- this one and the KW W900. They’re super simplified but well designed; they turn into a very nice truck when done. And, as your build shows, when you add some extra detail and care the results can be stunning! Very nicely done!

Can’t wait to see it!

That is an amazing build, it turned out perfect! And it’s complete unique. Very well designed and executed!

Hey, everybody, More progress! I really should have gotten a 378 donor instead of a 377- I had to drill out the holes for the air cleaners: But now the cab, sleeper and hood are primed. The scars from my surgery on the cab will (mostly) be hidden by the air cleaners. And interior details are done (I’m not bothering with the sleeper bunk, with the doors closed you’ll never be able to see it). Shooting paint today- fingers crossed!

Again, amazing work. Very inspiring!

That looks great, beautiful job!