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Hi guys. Here are the some pics of what was done to the trailer since the last time I posted. As mention before, I had removed the electrical box and support stands to the front of the trailer. I also added a fire extinguisher. Instead of concrete slabs I decided to go with steel slabs, Only two. I think I will build a third sheet. Why steel? Well. I saw a haul with several large steel plates being transported in a similar manner and thought I would go for the 'not-so-normal' look, instead. You know me. Different is my middle name. I know there are standard trailers for concrete slabs and steel plates and slabs. But I found out that certain companies, in rare instances, use by any means necessary, quick and unconventional methods in transporting goods, if time was of an essence. I too have seen weird setups that just proves to me that transport methods do differ. Now, if they do not adhere to the EU regulation code; then that's another issue all together. The sheet of steel were made from cardboard. The chain tensioners were scratch built. I am contemplating building another short base tractor 2x4 tractor for this trailer. I already have one in mind. Not too sure. But I will build it and see if it suits it better. If not, I will stick to the one I already have. ----------------------------------

Glad you approve Dan. I will be building another tractor for this trailer. I already got one in mind. Mean while I am in the process of adding the steel loads and chaining them up. As mentioned in my ealier post, I have already made some changes to certain details. So, I will post when it is done. Thanks for looking.

Since these pics were taken I have since removed the trailer support stands and placed them under the front side of the trailer. Apparently it made the trailer wider according to EU trailer regulations. I also removed the box and placed at the front end. Looked much better. I've also added other details. Working on concrete or steel slab loads for this trailer now. Will post updated pics when all is done. Thanks for looking.

Thanks guys. Much appreciated. ☺

Thanks buddy; I am still learning and never seem to reach that pinnacle point.

hahaha! Thanks man. Glad you approve. Makes all the hard work worrh it. Although, I might have another tractor for the trailer. But we'll see after I'm done building it.

I have been working on the trailer for the Scania 142H long based chassi for some time now. So far this is where I am. I have finally added the side wind deflectors, which I painted black. I also toned down some of the weathering on the passenger side. Still have a little toning down near the windshield as well. The trailer was scratch built and it is 90% complete. I have to add more details and a bit more subtle weathering around the trailer. I tried to make it look somewhat out dated by design but yet have a kinda modern feel to the rest of the overall look. I decided on the mix color combo; has the trailer, had been painted unprofessionally several times during its hard course life. Secondly, I wanted it to be different and stand out. I am making the precast concrete slabs that will eventually be placed on the trailer when done..I am experimenting with various materials. The ones you see in the pics are made from posterboards. We will see what I end up using. The trailer has rest mounts for four precast slabs, which in turn can double up on each mount depending on thickness of the precast slab. So I hope you like the trailer and the overall look of this tractor/trailer combo so far. ---------------------------- -------------------------------

Thanks.

The final look of this hover bike. Added the back motor deflectors. As you can see it fills up the some-what flatness of the area on both sides of the jet nozzle.

Thsnks a million kilrathy10. Much appreciated by the uplifting comment.

it is actually the flatbed platform wheel base version i used. But i know the one you are referring to. It is the older kit. Although Italeri is notories for using the same kits over and over again. ☺

Thanks David. Much appreciated.

Thanks for looking guys.

Thanks. That was taken from another kit. I had it in my box of misc. Stuff.

Thanks for the support fellas.

This is 50% done. I still need some weathering done to it and need to build the trailer. So you can call this work in progress. The tractor is 95% done. Still experimenting with different weathering techniques and some more detailing, like wind deflectors for the front etc.. I'm kinda jumping between projects. so the trailer is still in the planning stages. So here are the pics of the tractor so far:

Thanks Gino.

Thanks alot. Much appreciated.

Thanks gents. Glad ya'll like the build.

Thanks Ken.

Thanks.

got a link to the winners? Would love to see the others photos. I am unable to find thw link.

Fantastic work. I love it.