Old Buckaroo

Ha ha - it took me a second to get it

I really like Model Master enamel # 2709 Light Ivory , it is also a gloss finish. But then there was all of those metallic sparkle wheels that owner operators liked so well

Steve - very nice trucks, I like both of them Man you are a quiet guy for a long time member. Don't be shy - jump right in and start a new project and enjoy the community.

I agree, those linkage brackets are out of this world. Also that is the most realistic looking flexpipe I have ever seen other then the real stuff. Do you heat your p/e exhaust screens to remove the hardness out of them before rolling them ?

My condolences for your family loss. That is a very nice paint set and I am sure you will put it to good use on one of those fabulous ship models you have.

Jacobus - No no one if following me , the rough work I can do pretty quick. It is the fine cleanup and detail that bogs me down. Now figuring out my wheelbase will take me forever.

It will be great to see another Mack added to the mix.

I never knew Revell even kitted this truck until now.

Ben, wow that is some collection of parts. You definitely have put some time and thought into this project. My wallet hurts just seeing that collection of aftermarket. You friend Ernie has built the sexiest Mack model I have ever seen !

This is one of my most favorite cabovers and I cant wait to see it as a "west coaster" ! A kit cummins slightly backdated maybe ?

Cab update, sawed off the top replaced with a chunk of .060 styrene for height and shaping. Stole the grill from my "Reo 98" . Made the square headlight buckets with aid of a "chopper tool" , filed the top windshield post square. Pretty rough but it makes me think this will be a doable project. I will be using a AMT Diamond Reo kit for the frame so the cross members kinda resemble the real truck.

This will be a good one, I almost went with a logger after seeing the pics of the old Kenworth you shared. Not sure of the era you are going for but the IH Mixer truck has those old cool looking military type tires which I have seen on many old trucks rotting away in the PNW.

Brian, yes I have seen that thread. Truth be known that was my inspiration due to all the great reference pictures. Terry - I have already sawed the roof of the KW cab as its "shape and lines were not working for me. Thanks to everyone else for commenting - it should be an adventure !

All right Tom , nice truck . Does this kit also come with a left hand dash ?

Wow - that is a lot of engine for that old truck . Great subject !

Nice one Ken, I cant wait to see what color scheme you come up with.

I was hoping to see a wrecker make the page.

Nice old Mack subject and what a great story behind it !

Very cool, be sure to post lots of pics on how you use the frame

I agree Clayton, lots of different varieties coming out of the woodwork ! Looking forward to progress and Lots of pictures

This will be my rendition of a Diamond Reo Royale. There will be a lot of artistic license used as I have only seen a few in real life. My original idea was to convert a GMC Astro but discussing this with a good friend who is also a outstanding truck modeler he suggested the KW K-123 kit, so that will be my base kit. There will be lots of parts box items used along with a DR truck kit (on order) for the grill and emblems to get this model as close to the pictures I have collected.

That is a great find and I really like the color of the cab.

Separating the hood from the cab looks like it was a bit of a challenge. The mock up looks good !

Well said Jesus and Jacobus ! Here is wishing all my truck building friends and theirs a Safe and Happy New Year and lots of Great Truck models being built !

Perfect example - The young woman claimed she did not know how much six tons equaled in pounds https://www.yahoo.com/autos/s/young-semi-truck-driver-destroys-bridge-built-1880-210035397.html