Superpeterbilt Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 For me, now this is just suggestion. The 378 mixers out here are a bit longer wheelbase. The water tank sits behind the cab, then there's a bit more room. But, all the mixers out here also run the big steerable booster lift axle. Your doin a fine job none the less Terry. Glad to see your gettin a few things done. Thanks for the suggestion. I'm going for the tight wheelbase with the water tank mounted on the driver side frame. The kit water tank mounts are going to be replaced. I like the configuration of the 357 mixers, but don't really want to get into modifying the hood.  The standard 378 mixer chassis looks too long to me. I don't like the empty space between the cab and the drum. I'm hoping to get this one knocked out fairly quickly without to much scratchbuilding, while I'm working on the Autocar and the Pete 359. It was good to get a few trucks finished, and I want to knock out one more before I'm back on the long term projects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 1, 2015 Author Share Posted October 1, 2015 Moving along on the Pete mixer, I ground down all of the weld reinforcements along the drum. I'm going for a modern smooth drum with light weld detail. I also ground off the ribs on the fenders, and spent a few hours sanding each smooth. I also made a new uncle spinney dervish on the lathe out of gray PVC rod. I just need to add bolt detail, a tank, and lines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 This is looking good!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 1, 2015 Author Share Posted October 1, 2015 One more update for tonight. I mounted the battery box, fuel tank from Can Do wrecker, made mounts for water tank, and mounted water tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 1, 2015 Author Share Posted October 1, 2015 This is looking good!!!Thanks Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 Excellent progress Terry, it looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 1, 2015 Author Share Posted October 1, 2015 Excellent progress Terry, it looks great.Thanks Dennis. Its been fun and easy so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 Great work Terry, cool lathe work on the mixer drive! These trucks look much better with the water tank mounted low Looking forward to the updatesThat reminds me...I should post a pic of my recently finished mixer..they seem to be popular right now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015     Terry,          you have this one looking really good thus far ! I was going to ask where you got the mixer drive. But then read that you turned at the shop. It looks great.     Be Well    Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 Thanks Jeff and Gator. The mixer drive is not 100% accurate. I had no measurements to work from so I scaled one in a photo. It looks good enough to me. I think it was just enough to bring the old Rex into the modern age. I got some more work into tonight. The Cummins is nearly complete, and I logged in more work on the mixer chassis. I should have more pics up tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 3, 2015 Author Share Posted October 3, 2015 Tonight I added "welds" to the drum to replace the flat bar lap welds that were moulded on. I used .060Â half round styrene, which scales out to a little big but it'll be ok. I also have done more work on the rear drum cradle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted October 3, 2015 Share Posted October 3, 2015      Dayum Terry,                     You are certainly not wasting any time on this one ! Which is cool . I like what you have going on here. The whole thing is looking pretty good.     Be Well    Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Oh, yeah....That thing is looking pretty nice.....Great work on the drum.....Fender mods look so much better like that.....And that cradle looks great.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 10, 2015 Author Share Posted October 10, 2015 Oh, yeah....That thing is looking pretty nice.....Great work on the drum.....Fender mods look so much better like that.....And that cradle looks great.... Thanks a lot JT. I'm glad you like it. I agree, these fenders can look great with a little trimming. Thanks for the kind words. When are we going to see a new Orange Rig? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 10, 2015 Author Share Posted October 10, 2015 (edited) I've been trying to decide on a paint scheme for this truck. Since I started on it I was thinking of blending the grill shell into the hood like a 349. Then I found this. I think I found my color scheme. What do you guys think? Red cab/hood, white chassis, red drum, white fenders? Edited October 10, 2015 by Superpeterbilt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 With the Ca Hauler having those decals, it makes it real essy. This will look great in those colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 10, 2015 Author Share Posted October 10, 2015 With the Ca Hauler having those decals, it makes it real essy. This will look great in those colors.That's what I was thinking. Plus, a new truck with a retro paint scheme is even better for me. Thanks Clayton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015       Terry,            I say go for it. I like that look and the colors and graphics work.     Be Well    Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 I agree about the decals....That should fit the bill very nicely.... Waiting on inspiration to strike me.....I just acquired quite a few new models and have yet to decide on which one to start.....Got plenty of paint, though.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 I like your choice of colors. That will look great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 11, 2015 Author Share Posted October 11, 2015 (edited) Thanks guys, that's what I'm gonna go with. Small update: Cab,hood,drum,chassis,and fenders have been puttied and sanded. Revell front tires swapped out with singles from Italeri dump trailer. Rear window gasket roughed in.Grill shell blended into hood. I think these tires on the front look a whole lot better than the Revell car tires. It's getting closer. Edited October 11, 2015 by Superpeterbilt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Terry,Looking good very nice scratch building going on. Needs a set of old school headlights.Ken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Terry,Looking good very nice scratch building going on. Needs a set of old school headlights.Ken.x2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted October 15, 2015 Author Share Posted October 15, 2015 Small update for tonight: the motor is mostly together, started on front brake lines, more work on drum, more work on cradle, added air tanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitarsam326 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Lookin good Terry! I agree with the front tires, i think Italeri should sell those super singles like they do their other tires. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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