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Thanks for your input Vince. Since its 1967, not many of the vehicles weren't low riding so I think we'll be OK. At least I'm hoping so.

Gents - the SLM group is doing a dio, in case you haven't heard, so I volunteered to build a drag car hauler. Now the premise for this dio is it takes place in early July 1967 somewhere in the midwest. Phil sent me the Dodge semi which had to be lengthened and I'm in the process of building the ramp bed which will have a few opening storage doors and some weathering. I spent a good portion of this afternoon continuing the bed but ran out of time to take some pix so here's some earlier progress pix to give you the idea. I'm not sure of paint colors or scheme yet as this is being built to haul another member's build so at the moment, I don't know the finish. The vertical portion was built oversized so I could figure out just what height I wanted it when it was in the mock-up stage. I've made the adjustments as indicated in red. Updated pix to follow... Stay tuned and any input/suggestions are welcomed as I know little of these big rigs. Thanks for following along.

My vote is gasser, but that's kinda obvious. No other votes?

Glad have helped out on this one. Awesome build Tyrone and I look forward to your display.

Looks great. What is the front axle made out of? Is it the from the kit or fabricated? Glad to see you're back at this and looking forward to seeing more updates. Keep 'em coming.

Having taught old school graphic art and illustration, I know of frisket, amberlith, zipatone, bendays and a few other old school processes. I work in PS and Illustrator myself but nothing like your work Harry. Love it, all of it.

man I just checked in and all I can say is this bad boy is sleek. Lovin' it. Nice job on the windows and everything else for that matter. Too much body work and sanding for me though. LOL

Man Mike, that chassis rocks and thanks for the template. Any updates on this particular chassis?

More, more....

All of these proportions would be worked out if we knew the size of the block used to build it. Today's cement block are 8"x8"x16" but I think the earlier block were larger. Since my dad was a mason, among other things, I'll ask him and get back to you guys.

I'll bet you're right Tony. A 9' door makes much more sense. This should be a fun project. Are you planning on scale block with texture like on the real firehouse?

Any updates on this Bart cause I know you've been working on it? It's just too cool not to.

Oh this is going to be good. With the amount and quality of the photos provided plus your building skills will make this a winner for sure.

This looks like a fun project. By figuring the entry door on the left is probably 6'6" x 3' should help you figure out the size of everything else. I wonder what was kept in the basement. Do you have a particular scale in mind?

This is/was such an amazing, awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping build, I'd really like to see an update or two. I too hope all is well with RandyD.

Very cool idea and execution.

As usual, me likes.

OK, sorry for the delay Maynard. Forgot all about this thread and my promise to post hinge pics. A thin strip of printing plate was bent around a thin wire and wrapped back onto itself then glued to the door. The wire was bent into a U shape after the hinge was bent around it. Then the wire was pressed and glued straight into the wood. Here's an outside and inside pic along with the piece the hinges were built for. Good luck. Hope this helps. It sure worked out great and on my first attempt.

Glad to see you back Chuck.

Tom - I'm trying to be patient but its tough, knowing that you're update is going to be phenominal.

For the interior of my vintage travel trailer that's still in progress, I used thin strips of printing plate. It allows the closet door to open. I can shoot a pic or two tonight if you're interested.

After closely following your progress build in the other section, I'm happy to see this finished and it came out fantastic. Every bit of this build is spectacular. Thanks for sharing it with us Dyno. It was a pleasure to look over your shoulder and very educational as well.

That looks killer Chris and I can'twait to see what you'll be posting on your next update. Why didn't you call in sick? LOL

Diorama, not really you say? I have to disagree. Nice looking shop there.

Congrats again Rom. You deserved that award. BTW - I took first in the Competition - Off Road category with my Sprint Car #45 and second place in the Street Rod 2 category with my '23 'T' Bucket.