Jim B

That looks really nice. I like the weathering.

Well, I guess that answers that. Thanks, Dave.

I want to see them, too. I wonder if this kit can be convertd into an International 9900 Classic? Does any one know if it will be curbside or not?

Ok, so it's $53 US. Interesting. What about quality of Mobeius kits? I've never built one. Are they any good? Are they better than AMT? Personally, I think the truck is ugly, but that's just my opinion. And you know what they say about opinions! That being said, I'll probably pick one up because it's different & unique. Different's good.

Thanks. I'm sure Megahobby will get them listed soon, too.

Where? I don't see the stock number, nor could I find it on their Web site.

Simply amazing. Very nice.

That black one sort of looks like a Hummer.

Definately a work of art. Very impressive. I think I remember those things from when I lived in Louisiana.

Nice recovery.

Ok, so now it's really done! Added some quarter fenders from the AMT GMC General & some custom "GMC Trucks" mud flaps. http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc290/jmbongiovanni/1976%20GMC%20Astro/P2200002

De-Elegant used to make a conversion kit of the T2000, but he doesn't sell kits to the general public any more. He'll be happy to build one for you, if you want. Should cost you about an arm & a leg! Here's his Website: http://www.de-elegantmodeltrucks.com/

Thanks, guys. Kurt, unless it falls off a shelf between now and November I'll have it at Fulton.

Looks pretty good. I like your frame & engine details.

Thanks, Mark. You & me both!

Thanks, guys. I appreciate the comments. I think I managed to capture that groovy, factory-fresh 1970s look with this one. Studioman3, I like the wide set stacks on COEs, and with the repop kit the KFS stacks were the only option. All of the parts (except the stacks themselves) were in the box. I think they came out ok. The hardest part of the stacks for me was getting them straight on the truck, and as you can see I wasn't totally successful.

Well, it's finally done. It's your typical gap-toothed AMT Astro, but I like it. I added the PE stacks & wipers from KFS, aluminum horns for Auslowe, and 1/8" screen for tread plate between the frame rails. The air ride suspension is from the AMT GMC General kit (not 100% accurate for an Astro) as are the wheels & tires. The front axle steers. Enjoy!

Sourkraut offers a T800H cab conversion kit from G.W. Trucks. Gary does very nice castings, and the cab is a pre-1995 cab (non-daylight door). You will need the suspension correction as well. I have this set for my T600, and it's quite nice. http://sourkrautsmodeltrucks.com/?page_id=3&category=2&product_id=665 http://sourkrautsmodeltrucks.com/?page_id=3&category=3&product_id=576

Thanks, Tim.

Looks really nice. I like your details. What decal sheet is the PacLease logo on? I could use some for a build I have coming up. I'm planning a fleet truck, and they'd be perfect. Does anyone make Ryder Leasing decals? Again, great job.

Coming along nicely. What did you do to the yellow? In the first photo is a bright, hurt-your-eyes, Ryder yellow; but in later pics it's almost a cream color. Looks nice either way.

That's really nice! I've aways thought the Alaskan Hauler would look good as a logger.

Funny how it's listed as a 1977 Pontiac Trans Am! No it's not even close to the trucks in the movie, but it does look nice. More of a "Smokey & the Bandit" inspired truck.

That's called New Caterpiller Yellow. And, yes, yellow would be appropriate for a 3406. I guess I should have said a majority of the engines were white with some OEM colors mixed in. Good luck on your build, and don't forget to post pics!

Finding information on Snowman's truck is like close to impossible, and what you do find is usually contradictory. You might want to check this thread: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=26409&st=0&p=248971&#entry248971 Ben did an amazing job on his Snowman rig. What we do know is that were at least (3) trucks used for the movie: a 1973 and (2) 1974s. The 1973 is the one with the gold grill emblem commorating Kenworth's 50th Annivarsary. At least one was had a tandem torsion bar suspension. (If I ever get off my butt and send the parts to Porkey you'll be able to get a resin conversion for the suspension.) And the trucks were Coffee Brown wth Gold. You should be able to get the decals here: http://modeltruckin.com/store/ once Jerry reopens the store. The kit you picked has a Caterpillar 3406 engine in it, but I think the actual trucks had Cummins. I'm not totally sure on this. If you want to use the Cat, it should be white with a semi-gloss black transmission. Here is a site that has lots of Car Modeler & Model Cars articles on detailing trucks. They're pretty good. http://public.fotki.com/modeltrucks25thscale/model_magazine_articles/car_modeller/ http://public.fotki.com/modeltrucks25thscale/model_magazine_articles/modelcars/