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do a google search for the actual model number. C-11664 To understand this better, C = conventional, 116 = the BBC ( the kit does come with decals for the larger "DIAMOND REO" banner for the side of the hood, this is for the 114" BBC ONLY), 64 = six wheel & 4 wheel drive (tandem). Look on Hank's truck pictures, http://www.hankstruckpictures.com/dt_trucks.htm You can also modify it into a Diamond T 1000 Or a REO. If you feel ambitious, slide the front axle & springs back, cut the hood & slide the fenders back for a set back front axle version. Ap40

Edsel-Dan's answer on the beaver tail is correct. As to the coaming rail, "A raised frame, designed to deflect or prevent entry of water, around an opening", so there must be a surface on the trailer where a raised rail is present to catch any liquids. Perhaps to help minimize spillage of leaking equipment on to the road way. Beyond that, all references i know of for a coaming rail is a raised lip around openings on ships & boats to prevent water from dripping in. Ap40

I will second & third on these!

Very good, a slightly easier way to measure for modeling in the 2 scales are: 1/24 -- 1/2" = 1' 1/25 -- 1" = 1 mm my 2 pennies

Both the dump (DC-9964) & the tractor (A64B) were reissued less than 10 years ago, so if it does happen it will not be for a while.

Fantastic reference Rich, Huge thanks.

Jerry the decal man is TOP NOTCH, best to work with & super nice products. have lots of his decals, all are great, very highly recommended. Sourkraut's.........not so much

different sizes of Evergreen strip, if you like styrene, or use brass, in the same fashion just soldered together

Then scratch build one. Might take a day or 2.

ANY of the Italeri 4900 kits........

Super addition to the fleet! How about a line up shot or 2. Ap40

It is amazing just how fast one can assemble parts that are cut out on a CNC mill. The time would certainly be much more if each piece was laid out & cut the traditional way. Ap40

Just awesome, Another fantastic build - weathering - staging for the photos. all the added details to the kit, huge improvements, especially plumbing & fittings. Ap40

Interesting......... looks like either the frame is sagging or the suspension is tweaked, as the rear-rear drive axle is off the ground on both sides.

Nope, never done in a kit or resin (for public sale).

NICE!!!!! Less chrome = better looking rig. Ap40

Interesting build, photo #3 in the opening post, your 1st rear axle is upside down! The power divider is dragging on the ground. So what did you come up with for a hydraulic system to tilt the cab? Ap40

WOW, a rare find & to appear as a complete original kit. Ap40

If a medium duty is the goal, then try the Italeri Opel Blitz kit in 1/24.

toss them all in the junk bin & replace them with resin, metal & Italeri tires. try these from KFS http://www.kitformservices.com/metal.html Scroll down to #AL-19 & 19a

quite the engineering marvel, any pics of one in real life?

Nice, and even the 4 spot welds on the top of each tank strap to form the loop for the "T" bolt.........Amazing Detail Ap40

Stunning, a modern day Brougham package. Now to park it nest to a 4300 Brougham. Ap40