Petetrucker07 Posted June 29, 2015 Posted June 29, 2015 Dennis, those fenders will look perfect on this. All the roll offs out here either have that style of fender or the supposed indestructible plastic. I'm lookin forward to the next update.
Superpeterbilt Posted June 29, 2015 Posted June 29, 2015 Dennis, those fenders will look perfect on this. All the roll offs out here either have that style of fender or the supposed indestructible plastic. I'm lookin forward to the next update.. I agree, the Diamond plated fenders are a must. Im not a fan of those new rubbermade fenders.
Petetrucker07 Posted June 29, 2015 Posted June 29, 2015 . I agree, the Diamond plated fenders are a must. Im not a fan of those new rubbermade fenders. When I was putting that show truck together, the owner made the suggestion to use those since they come in chrome. I looked at him and said you bumped your head. The smooth, rolled edge aluminum painted to match are what's getting put on. Now if I were building a roll off like this, absolutely, diamond plate, either painted steel or polished aluminum.
Superpeterbilt Posted June 29, 2015 Posted June 29, 2015 When I was putting that show truck together, the owner made the suggestion to use those since they come in chrome. I looked at him and said you bumped your head. The smooth, rolled edge aluminum painted to match are what's getting put on. Now if I were building a roll off like this, absolutely, diamond plate, either painted steel or polished aluminum. Yeah, my buddy had a set of the smooth alum rolled edge fenders on a 357. They were polished, and looked pretty dang good.
Tesla Posted June 30, 2015 Author Posted June 30, 2015 Thanks. The diamond plate fenders are the right choice.
Tesla Posted August 28, 2015 Author Posted August 28, 2015 (edited) 08-28-15 Update: I can’t believe it’s been two months since the last update. It feels good to be back on the bench! Both lift cylinders are built along with the reeving cylinder and sheaves. Here’s some mockup pics to date: Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki I’m pleased with the results so far…now I’ll make the final fit adjustments. I’ll be focusing on plans for the container and start construction in the near future. Edited June 29, 2017 by Tesla
Superpeterbilt Posted August 28, 2015 Posted August 28, 2015 Excellent work Dennis. Youve definitley done your homework and it shows.
guitarsam326 Posted August 28, 2015 Posted August 28, 2015 Just awesome, this ones gonna be for the books, great work Dennis!
gatorincebu Posted August 28, 2015 Posted August 28, 2015 Dennis, I am glad to see you are back at the bench and working on this project ! You have it looking really good! Be Well Gator
Chariots of Fire Posted August 29, 2015 Posted August 29, 2015 That looks nice! Love the scratch building and your attention to detail.
tbill Posted August 29, 2015 Posted August 29, 2015 looking good Dennis! glad to see you back on this build.
Petetrucker07 Posted August 29, 2015 Posted August 29, 2015 Looks really good. I hope to find my motivation soon. Sometimes to take a step away from the bench will do wonders. Looks like your break worked out great.
Tesla Posted August 29, 2015 Author Posted August 29, 2015 Thanks everyone! I think it was good to take a break from building for awhile. When it starts to feel like you have to do it instead of wanting to, a little time off can be a positive thing
72 Charger Posted August 30, 2015 Posted August 30, 2015 That's some fantastic work you have done Dennis . I cant wait to see some more . What profile sizes have you used so far ?
Jim B Posted August 30, 2015 Posted August 30, 2015 Very impressive, Dennis. This is coming along nicely.
Tesla Posted August 30, 2015 Author Posted August 30, 2015 That's some fantastic work you have done Dennis . I cant wait to see some more . What profile sizes have you used so far ?Thanks Dave. The roll-off chassis is loosely based on a Stellar Cable 75 unit that is 270 inches long. The container will be a Wastequip rectangular style roll-off with a height of approximately 73 inches.
disabled modeler Posted August 31, 2015 Posted August 31, 2015 Very nice work Dennis....I am amazed at it.
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