Old Buckaroo

I really like this old KW

What is a VIT cab ? My brain is not processing that one today..

Mark, that is such a cool combination. It just barks "Build Me" !

That is a well thought out article and a lot of great tips. Sadly my kids have grown up and moved away. I tried for years to get my son into modeling with easy kits but the electronic games beat me out. That is what all his friends did so that was a common bond for them to talk about. After he went into the Navy and had time to reflect back on his youth "he claims he wasted so much of " He is now starting collect and read older "Hot Rod " magazines (1970 - 1980 era) he is now talking about finding a hobby shop and trying a model or two.

The timing is off - This would make for a great December holiday gift. I will be looking for it though. I love those old kits like that "Red Baron" ,"Rommels Rod" always wanted a "Lil Coffin" but never have gotten one.

Looking good JT, if you wanted to update the rear suspension a snap kit makes a great donar for the 8 bag air ride. I am with you though - dang if I can see what is wrong with the hood - but then I never really looked at the newer trucks that close other then opening the hood and closing it after needed repairs.

First look at this and all I saw was Big $$$$$$$ as in Snap'on, Mac Tools ect Super looking casting and as Bill said with "lots of possibilities".

The Rubberduck from Alberquackie looks real fine , awesome job How was the assemblky of this - I have the same kit waiting to be built ? Any tips or stuff to be aware of ?

Yes, the Tyrone Malone race trucks had the above mentioned Detroit. They seem to sell for a premium, sometimes you can find a glue bomb on ebay to scavenge parts from. That is where I got my engines from. Although one of the resin casters out there remakes the engine you want - I dont remember who it is though.

Wow ! This has always been one of my favorite wip's to look back on to and learn from. Bravo on all the little details you have added to make this truck look real. Paulie figure turned out super also.

I saw this one at the Last Good Guys show I was at in Spokane WA (2013) . I am not a V-dub fan but this one really caught my eye.

Guilty had the matching dimmer switch also !

I am not sure, I just remember all their "Chrome and Aluminum" dress up parts . Back in the day that was the first item - CC valve covers and a air cleaner and you had added an extra 20 hp Those that could afford Miloden and Moroso ect all made fun of the Japan parts. They CC were afffordable for the era. I would really like to find a set of the aluminum finned valve covers for my '55 chevy .

Bill, you hit the nail right on the head with your post. Makes you miss the old "Cal Custom" parts. Funny how everyone expects top dollar for their sub par work also. No Pride in their work anymore it seems. Only there for the dollar.

I think you should drag that one home, what a great "Father / Son (or Daughter) Project"! Check the oil, dump in some fuel , grab the jumper cable and kick the scorpians out of the tires !

Some real fine looking trucks, the kind I like !

I use the grids on my workmat to keep things square. This picture looks more complicated then it actually is - I shortened this frame with staggered frame rails and was reassembling it.

Get a hold of caine440, Roger is pretty knowledgeable of S&M cars and a great guy.

Way cool ! I always loved the Cartoon"s magazines as a teen. The cars they use to build out of parts for an upcoming race was always interesting. You have nailed the look of the power induced curve on the body, I cant wait to see more.

Well somebody has not been spending enough time at the workbench for this to happen.... Your very lucky, be warned though your life is about to go into fast forward. Be sure to spend as much time with your Wife now doing fun things.

Fantastic project, something I have always wanted to build myself. I like your choice of wheels !

Good luck with them, not sure about the quality but his site has not been updated in ages . Also does not reply to emails.

Bench time seems to be more frequent with the shorter days and cooler weather. What do you have in mind of building ? Me - I have several Big Rig projects to finish up. (1) BJ McKay KW - Finially obtained decals for it. (2) IH 4200 Shorty One thing I want to do though is build a Cummins "assembly line" and build up 6-10 AMT Cummins engines to where all I have to do is drop them in the frame of the next project.

I could put the frame and running gear to use if you have no need for them.

:lol: Dont stop there, you just as well get a Revell snapper to rob the 8 bag plus the Cat & trans to replace the Cummins and 5+4 trans.