Jim B

Ray: Must be the firewall I have on this computer. After a little while, they popped right up. Strange. Dave: the BMF around the windshield is actually there to hide errors with the Tamiya Pear White. I had some overspray with the red interior color, and after two cans (yes, two cans) of Pearl White it was still there, so I cut 1/16" strips of BMF and outlined the windshield. Took about 7 pieces. The center piece is wider that the rim (about 1/8"). That's also BMF on the air intake tube & the air cleaner straps. The Jbot stripes do look good don't they, but are EXTREAMLY thin! After many precautions, they still shreaded on me. In fact the last stripe I put on was the right side of the hood, and as I was putting it on it self distructed! It went from one nice piece to about five! Also, as I was putting the stacks on the right side, the stripes on the left side were crumbling off the model on my fingers! More clear coat (and some spare stripes fixed that!). Would I purchase from Jbot again? Absolutely! The quality is bar none. I just have to get better at working with them. Greg: Your truck was the insperation for the interior. Thank you very much. Oxblood Red is very cool! I saw the Winslow Stripes on Tim's Website, and they had to go on this truck! They just say "Peterbilt", don't they? Mike: Glad to be back. Build #2 is a Ford LN8000 Ryder Delivery truck (yellow), and Build #3 is a GMC General tractor in black/grey/white. Both are on the workbench right now. Thanks for all the comments, and I'll get some Ford & GMC pictures up when they're done.

It's Dutch.

I it my immagination, or did the pictures disapear?

I've attached (5) pictures of my completed Revell Snap Peterbilt 359 with Jbot Winslow stripes. I think it came out alright. It's no contest winner by any stretch of the immagination, but I like it and I guess that's what counts. This model represents several of firsts: First truck model since 1986 (kind of ironic, isn't it?) First completed model since 1992 First detailed engine First use of BMF First use of aftermarket decals Enjoy the pics!

Red? I thought Peterbilt & KW had white engines in the 1970s & 80s? Jim

Brandon, I was emailing Danny Poulin (dannypoulin@sympatico.ca) about some decals, and he mentioned that he has made some wings out of aluminum. He told me he doesn't have any in stock right now but he is going to try & get some pics up on his new Website soon. I think he told me they were $12. I don't know if that is just the wing, or the wing I the base. Might have to build the base yourself.

Cool pictures. You truely are an artist. Now, you mentioned 1/16" rod for the ribs& spar. Do you think that 1/8" tube for the leading edge would be too small? I've only seen those wings speeding down the highway & a few photos. Does anyone have any dimensions or where you would purchase a 1:1 wing?

He makes it seem so easy!

Welcome to the group. First, some friendly advice: you need to sign your emails with your real name or Jarius will "yell" at you. Ok, that's over with. As for the wing, well, I've been wondering this, too. I do not know anyone who makes them for 1/24-1/25 scale trucks, but you might be able to adapt one from a 1/12 scale race car. Purchasing a 1/12 scale car just for the wing would be very expensive, but the guys that hang out in the "Big Boyz" forum might have some ideas where you could get one, or some ideas on how to make one. Shouldn't be that hard, right? Famous last words! Good luck.

I've heard of that alclad stuff. It ain't cheap. I'll have to check out that Duplicolor. Oh, I almost forgot: nice tractor.

Casey, What paint did you use on the fuel tanks? I nee some sort of chrome paint for my GMC General.

Dude! That's awesome!

Here's an article pn the PCV System. It doesn't really mention deisel engines; it's only about gasoline engines. Couldn't find anything on the Crankcase Decompression Regulator valve. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pcv_valve

Anthony, I forgot to ask you in my last post about the hood hinging procedure. It sounds like you cement the cab to the chassis first, then you work the hood to make it fit. Is that correct?

That's cool. The fan is on the bottom, and the alternator is on the left, too. What's that big black can on the top of the engine? Some sort of airfilter?

Anthony, Thanks for the info on the hinge. I'll have to give it a try. The reason why I questioned the PCV valve is in Jensen's book there is a photo of a Ford LN's engine, and it shows the PCV valve on the right. Maybe it isn't the same engine as in the kit? I suppose that's possible. Great photos, by the way.

Ok, it's an LN, but then it wouldn't rhyme. Anyway, there I was admiring my handywork in detailing the CAT 3208 engine in the Ford LN kit using Ken Smith's article when I realized the hood on the LN doesn't tilt! I was so upset. Has anyone used the hinging in Jensen's book to hinge the LN hood? Is the information in Smith's article correct? I don't know. Personally I think the PCV valve is on the wrong side, but it looks good.

This is a great build. Should be really nice once it's all done. I saw this once, and have never seen it again, but does anyone know where I can get an extended hood for the Revell Snap Pete 359?

Here is a GMC 9500 conversion. Is this the same thing? http://www.aitruckmodels.com/pages/ck26gmc9500longnose.html Also, Damiel Gailloux of Plaskit has a GMC Topkick hood conversion kit. You'll need a GMC Silverado kit & a Fold Louisville kit. Plaskit doesn't have a Website, but it you email him plaskit_resin@yahoo.ca he might be able to send you a photo or two. Good luck.

You sure are ambitious!

Tim, I second what Ray said. Finding your Website is what got me back into truck modeling after a LONG break. Your models are truely an insperation.

Ok, here's an update from the Revell.de Website: The Schlingmann crew-cab rescue engine on the DaimlerCrysler MB 1529 chassis with all-wheel drive and six-speed manual transmission has a water tank with a capacity of 2,000 litres. The Schlingmann HLF 20/16 - based on an Atego 1325 AF - premiered at the IAA 2004. Aside from the fire-fighting and water pumping the tasks of this crew-cab rescue engine include providing technical assistance on a medium to high level. At most fire brigades this independent tactical unit with its comprehensive equipment fit and crew forms the first line of attack, i.e. it is the first vehicle to arrive on the scene of an emergency. "SAFETY FIRST!" in the Schlingmann rescue engine begins right at the front of the vehicle, in the crew cab. That's why the driver and crew area has been designed as a safety cell, featuring double-wall stell construction just like the original cab. Consistent with the safety theme, the chassis design is able to absorb maximum elastic energy in case of an accident. This ensures the crew is effectively protected. Model details Scale 1:24 Release date 09/2007 No. of parts 150 Length 303 mm Height 125 mm Skill Level 9 Original details Type description Water tank car Year/Period 2005 Origin D Engine capacity 205 kW Weight 15 t

Dave, I don't really know. I was kind of hoping that some of our fire truck experts might know. Jim

Actually found this link on a model warship board. Kind of figured you'd like it!

Cool build. I like it a lot. Neet idea, the assembly line.