DrKerry Posted October 11, 2015 Posted October 11, 2015 This is an idea I have had brewing for quite awhile and due to the help of a friend it is becoming a reality. Now most of you may not like this and for that it doesn't matter to me, this is all for me because I want to build it. I want to personally thank Kennyboy for his help on the awesome turbos you see poking their noses out..... An old Grave Digger monster truck knocked down a few notches, power from Daniels School Bus being converted to a diesel power plant, Supercharged, It has a Volvo rear axle out back and will have dual semi rears on it. I wanted this to be an in your face bad lil hot rod!!!!!! This is what I have so far, and hoping the name fits it.........
chunkypeanutbutter Posted October 11, 2015 Posted October 11, 2015 Pretty dumb... but interesting dumb.
Kennyboy Posted October 11, 2015 Posted October 11, 2015 Looking good Kerry! No problem on the turbos.Try solder in a larger size (Home Depot) to use for the exhaust pipe.....plastic doesn't like to play nice.
DrKerry Posted October 12, 2015 Author Posted October 12, 2015 All in all,n ot really going for a clean look on it. Thought of weathering it a bit.....
cobraman Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 I am a big fan of different so bring it on ! : )
exesivefire Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 LOVE IT!I second the solder idea, or try solid styrene rod, I have had better luck with that.
Jantrix Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 All in all,n ot really going for a clean look on it. Thought of weathering it a bit.....I'm looking forward to seeing this come together. I understand the idea here, but I agree with the guys suggesting better options for the exhaust. The kinked bends in the exhaust would severely effect how something like this would perform if it was a real vehicle.
geemoney Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 hmmmmis that a first gen hemi?love the turbos!keep it coming
JTalmage Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 (edited) I really like the crazy mad max style compound boost idea... but I don't like the pipes after the blower.. I'd make em point out towards the sides with megaphone tips almost immediately after the blower. That would be crazy. Also where did you get those awesome looking turbos? Edited October 12, 2015 by JTalmage
DrKerry Posted October 12, 2015 Author Posted October 12, 2015 Sorry guys , I am going with solder for the exhaust, I just used the plastic rod to give me an idea of look and a template to go on when I start bending solder....Jesse, the awesome turbos were built by Kennyboy. He does some great work with them!!!!!!!Thanks for the kudos everyone!!!!
JTalmage Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 Oooo so you could solder several pipes together to make some awesome looking zoomie pipes if you wanted! can't wait to see it done
Pat Minarick Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 All in all,n ot really going for a clean look on it. Thought of weathering it a bit.....Looks like a great start for a rat rod to me.
geemoney Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 duhhhI missed the s'cool bus engine reference!sry!
espo Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 Interesting to say the least. One more thought for the exhaust if the solder doesn't work out the way you want. I usually build more muscle type cars that need exhaust fabricated. I use Plastruct 2.4 mm tubing with a brass rod put thru it. This will allow the plastic to bend the way you want it and will hold its shape and not kink. They also make larger diameter tubing which I would think you would want for your application.
DrKerry Posted October 12, 2015 Author Posted October 12, 2015 Thanks for the info on the rod guys. Great stuff...
72 Charger Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 I like it (apart from the pipes) How any notches will the Grave Digger get knocked down? To the weeds hopefully...!keep up the good work
Mr. Metallic Posted October 12, 2015 Posted October 12, 2015 Those turbos look great.Kerry, this idea is crazy, but I know you have no fear of walking on the Lunatic Fringe. Looking forward to more
DrKerry Posted October 12, 2015 Author Posted October 12, 2015 Doobie, where you see it sitting is about where it's going to be when done, just a bit up from where it is actually...Hey Craig, how are ya my friend????? I saw Mr. Metallic and thought, Hey I know that name!!!!!!! You are so correct on me walking into the Lunatic Fringe land!!!!!!!! Spend a lot of time there as well as the rest of you Kempers!!!!!!!
DrKerry Posted October 15, 2015 Author Posted October 15, 2015 Got the hood cut out today and have it sitting in place, albeit it doesn't look good and will need some work and finesse!!!!Also got the cowl worked a little bit so the hood has a place to sit..
Tom Geiger Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 I like the panel in this photot. I'm just not a fan of the over the roof exhaust thingie. You have enough front fender well to have wicked exhaust come out there.
Belugawrx Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 OVER THE TOP COOL yes I'm yelling Love the turbos Cheers
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