April Mack Madness- Another '26 AC on the docket

[Chuck Most]

Starting with the recent reissue of the oil tanker, but that won't be the body I'm using. The idea here is an old junker that was in use well into the '70's before finally being put to pasture. This might entail an engine swap, more modern lights, and things like that. I'm still not sure what to put on the back, but I'm leaning toward a stake or other type of platform body. Then I could park a junked-out Model A pickup, or something like that, on the back.

Here's what I've got so far...

Front wheels are modified Italeri pieces, converted to a two-hole design. The centers were opened up to accept the stock Mack hubs. The tires are also Italeri- a bit modern if you're building a period-correct piece, unless that period is now, and the old truck in question has had a few upgrades over the years. Rear wheels and tires won't be the ones shown in the photo- they're just on there for the time being to keep the axle off the ground.

The paint as of right now is DupliColor "Rust" sandable primer- it's a nice color to use as a base if you want to build a rusted, weathered model.

Edited April 24, 2015 by Chuck Most

[Superpeterbilt]

Lookin good Chuck!

[Ken Gilkeson]

great idea and build so far

[Chuck Most]

Who needs a roof?

[gatorincebu]

Chuck,

I like the idea of a really old truck having been updated a bit over the years. A flatbed used in a truck salvage yard???

Be Well

Gator