Jay Lankford

In the short time I've been a part of this forum, I've seen others post builds from some time ago. In that spirit and to give those interested a little background into my modeI building, I found these pictures of a Peterbilt from 77' to 79'. Somewhere in that time frame. Oldest model I have pics of. First AMT issue when they went from "California Hauler" to "Cross Country Hauler". First time two tone painting and cutting trailers up. After having bought mine nearly 50 years ago, I see that kit has been reissued as well as the trailer.

My name is Jay Lankford and I reside in Green Bay, Wisconsin. I should have started here before posting anything, but didn't. I was a big truck builder but hadn't done anything since 2007. Like some of the others, I am retired now and decided to take a stab at modeling again. I have a Kenworth I built in October posted in Big rigs under glass and my latest Ford F-250 in the pickup trucks WIP and under glass forums. Like Hank in Wisconsin said, there is so much incredible skill and talent here. So many advances in modeling with 3D printing and such. I'll never get to that level but really enjoy seeing the fantastic work in all of the forums. I'm still learning a lot of the nuances here but getting a little wiser with each visit. Everyone here is so welcoming and friendly. A really great place and I am pleased to now be a part of this remarkable community.

Anything with "ACME" in it takes me back to the Roadrunner/Coyote cartoons and makes me smile. Pretty cool that moebius had those printed. I had to put one on the rear window to hide the damage I did to it when installing it. Didn't want to put anything on the truck in general but thought the plow was a good spot for the other one. Long live ACME!! Thanks for posting.

Having the imagination to conceive it and the skills to build it, remarkable at least. Bravo, sir.

This post is just to let anyone who has viewed and replied to anything I have posted in this forum, or any other MCM forum, that I am just now getting to understand a lot of the nuances. The difference between replies and reactions. Adding tags, etc... I still don't know what a star by the title means. Or a black or white circle. What does BRBG mean? The point I'm trying to make is I'm still figuring out how to reply to everyone who reacted to my posts without actually writing something and that I'm not ignoring anyone or any of their responses. Having said that, this is great thing you all have going here. Thanks for letting me in.

Being so new to MCM and it's forums, I don't know if there is protocol to going from one forum to another. It doesn't seem anything is mandated here. Having said that, I finally finished this truck and have posted it in the under glass forum, although I had reservations about that. Thanks again to followers and viewers. I was a big truck builder. If I do this again, I'll start here again. Just wish they were the same color.

Big thanks to those who have viewed and replied. I wasn't sure if I wanted to post it in this forum. My work seems novice compared to what I've seen here since recently joining MCM. Just wish I could've found a turquoise to match my big truck.

Nothing special. First post in pickups under glass. Only alteration I made was locating the marker lights on the cab where I wanted them.

Add the front bumper, attach the plow to the frame, put the chain on the plow, some finishing touches with paint and such and then it's off to Under Glass, maybe.

Thank you. Finally got the windshield in. Not a great fit and a real pain to install. Only a few issues with Mobieus. The more I see the plow, the more I like it. Hopefully finished tomorrow.

Kept the interior simple. Did some work on the plow.

It helps to have a good kit to start with. No kit is without issues, but I'm real impressed with Mobieus so far. Nice decals for the hood and tailgate. I still can't seem to put windshields or any other windows in without somehow messing them up. Seventy year old eyes and hands aren't what they used to be. Thanks for following.

In as much as I am very new to MCM and it's forums, I can understand the reasoning behind separating the two. Having so much to process with the forums and maintain balance with everything else seems challenging at the least. I'm no tech wizard, but I'm sure I'll be able to follow along with upcoming changes. I only wish I would have chosen to resume model building and found this site sooner. Lots of talent and skills here.

This is where it's at now. In as much as Mobieus out does AMT, you can't display with the hood up. It's on or its off. That old AMT kit had a hinged hood. Oh well.

My first post in this or any MCM forum was my Kenworth. First build in nearly twenty years. Got lots of likes and replies. I have another build in Dioramas of another Kenworth from 2000. I built an old 2006 issue of a AMT C 10 in exchange for the walnut base for my display case. Attached photo. This is my first post in W.I.P. My first Moebius model and first build using acrylic paint and second small truck build. This build was a test of Moebius and acrylic. Love them both. The difference between AMT and Moebius is clear as everyone here probably knows. I'm the last person to ask for tips or advice since I'm reintroducing myself to modeling and so many advances have been made in that regard. I build on my dining room table and paint in a makeshift booth in my basement. Keep watching, I'm working on it every day and appreciate all opinions, good or not.

Thanks for the compliment. I am going to build the plow, but may not permanently secure it to the truck. I am putting the plow control box on the dash. Once it's assembled I'll take a look and see how everything looks and comes together. Probably go with the same orange on the plow. Thanks again for looking and commenting.

It worked well with the Kenworth, so I thought I would build a companion. Just couldn't find a good turquoise.

I always thought this was the best looking pickup truck Ford ever built and would look good with my other truck model. Wish I could have gotten a closer color match. I'll post again when it's finished.

Thank you Gary. In the little time I've been on this site or in this forum, the fact that builders of your level connect with those that aren't is a great thing. It certainly encourages me to consider another build. Nothing is a contest to me, but your builds give me and others a clear sign of what can be achieved. I'm still amazed by what is being done by you and other builders here. This is the picture of my Kenworth and display case I meant to post. I'm going to bring it to Wisconsin Kenworth of Green Bay down the road and see if they would like to keep while I think on something else. Thanks again.

Consider this one truly "Under Glass". A good friend made the walnut base. Thanks again to all who viewed and commented.

Nothing special here. A 2006 kit I quickly assembled for a friend who has owned it for years. I didn't detail it as much as usual. The kit didn't deserve it. He's building a black walnut base for my Kenworth display case.

What a great job! And what a perfect time to post, on the 50th anniversary of the Fitzgerald and crew's battle against the "Witch of November ". Capt. Cooper and Capt. Erickson both took huge risks to go search for Capt. McSorley and crew. Your diorama is a great tribute to all of the events of that fateful day, November 10, 1975. One of several postcards I have collected.

I can't thank you enough for your remarks. If I had known I would have received the responses I have, I would have taken and posted better pictures. Those first ones were taken on the table it was built on. About catching up, I don't have a well lit, organized workbench or a well lit, ventilated paint booth and airbrush. That truck was built under what most builders here would consider less than favorable conditions. No resin or photo etched parts. Anything I didn't have or wanted, I just made it. It's just hard for me to justify what it would take to really back into it at my age. But every time someone like yourself takes the time to comment as you did, it's a push in the right direction. Thanks again for your time and remarks.

Thank you for looking and leaving your comments. They're very nice. I'm still somewhat overwhelmed by the responses I have received being so new to this forum and now knowing how model truck building has advanced. One more shot since I'm here. Thanks again BKF. Any chance that means Big Kenworth Fan?

Thought I would have a display case made. Ordered the top yesterday. It was done in three hours and looks great. I just need to get an attractive base made. I think we all know it doesn't take long for an unprotected model to collect dust and lose its luster.