thejunkman Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 (edited) I am starting another one. It has been a while since my 1/16th scale Kenworth W900 (seen here)Anyways it is time to build a replica of the other truck. I am dong a video series for this as well only this time I am going to show way more of my techniques and I explain a little bit how this is going to go in this video HERE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5x_DVDsqEoThis is what I hope it will look like when it is done.(image insertion not working)http://www.thejunkmanadv.com/uploads/8/4/0/3/8403513/7576379_orig.jpg Edited February 7, 2016 by thejunkman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted February 9, 2016 Author Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) Update! Rusting and weathering the engine sub assembly. I would like to post pictures but the forum is not working when posting the url link So if you want to see pictures you have to check them out on my site at this LINK Edited February 9, 2016 by thejunkman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted February 11, 2016 Author Share Posted February 11, 2016 I don't know what the deal is but I am having troubles posting pictures from a URL link (like photobucket ect..) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travis T Posted February 11, 2016 Share Posted February 11, 2016 Photobucket has been a little squirrelly as of late. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted February 11, 2016 Author Share Posted February 11, 2016 Photobucket has been a little squirrelly as of late.Not using photobucket. Can't post pictures from ANY url. So that is not the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 nice video ! I agree on photobucket, it's been acting funny lately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted February 12, 2016 Author Share Posted February 12, 2016 New video up, wish I could post pictures from a URL from my website (or any website for that matter) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted February 21, 2016 Author Share Posted February 21, 2016 Quick update video. Figured out the picture posting problem (forum doesn't work with IMG code, but a simple copy and paste works) Will post some later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted February 22, 2016 Author Share Posted February 22, 2016 Picture update! More pictures here http://www.thejunkmanadv.com/the-junk-mans-blog/detailing-the-dash-kenworth-t600 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted March 26, 2016 Author Share Posted March 26, 2016 Quick update! Modifying the sleeper from the aerodyne style to a flat top like the 1:1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted April 4, 2016 Author Share Posted April 4, 2016 More updates. I finished off the flat top sleeper conversion. I think it turned out pretty well. We will ultimately see when the final paint job is on it. Short video on how I did it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted April 4, 2016 Share Posted April 4, 2016 Great project and I like your videos...very informative! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted April 4, 2016 Share Posted April 4, 2016 I think the sleeper change will work out well ! Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted April 5, 2016 Author Share Posted April 5, 2016 It looks good, the proportions might be a little off, but I am happy with it. I am moving along with this. Not as fast as I would like but I also make other things including other videos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Looking good!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extmcdriver Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 I am sure this will turn out great!! Lookin' good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 (edited) I will say this one is not as enjoyable as the last model that I did in 1/16. It seems to be more challenging in 1/25. I think it is just this particular kit though. The dry fitting of parts is not as good, which means more work smoothing and finishing the mold seams (you guys know the drill). Also some things are just not as detailed as I think they could have been. The wheels are C*rap IMO on this model. I am guessing this is because this was a snap model that they made into a glue type?? Anyways I am looking forward to weathering and then finishing so I can give this one to my Dad as well. For those that don't know I am making this as a gift again. Replicating the one we use on the farm. Edited April 6, 2016 by thejunkman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canso65 Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 I like where you are going with this!Thanks for posting the videos as well. They sure give a detailed look at the build of this kit. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted April 7, 2016 Author Share Posted April 7, 2016 I guess I never did post a picture of the 1:1 I am trying to replicate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted April 11, 2016 Author Share Posted April 11, 2016 (edited) No video this time. That will come later with some weathering techniques that I will use to make it look more realistic and used. Here is the cab, modified sleeper and hood, painted in the final coat. I might buff a little bit before applying dust and dirt. I still have to highlight the doors and things. I did just realize I forgot to make the air foils (I guess that is what you would call them) on the back of the sleeper but I might be able to add them later. If not, oh well I am still happy with how the roof turned out. And I left the sun roof even though the 1:1 doesn't have it as I like that you can see the interior better since I didn't finish the inside of the sleeper with opening doors as the 1:1 we gutted it for farm use. Stay tuned for more! www.thejunkmanadv.com Edited April 11, 2016 by thejunkman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 It's looking quite good, to me.....Very nice work on the sleeper top.....I'm liking the color, too.....Ought to work out well..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 It's looking quite good, to me.....Very nice work on the sleeper top.....I'm liking the color, too.....Ought to work out well..... X's 2 Love the color and the body mods. Good job on all of it ! Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted April 12, 2016 Share Posted April 12, 2016 looks great ! nice color ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 I know it doesn't look it but it is very close to the real color of the truck. The fluorescent lights do funny things in the camera to the color. I am going to hand paint the pin striping by hand. I will use a french curve or something and a fine brush. Until I get a video update here are more reference pictures for your viewing pleasure. Parked next to the 1974 Kenworth W900 that I did a model of as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejunkman Posted April 17, 2016 Author Share Posted April 17, 2016 I promise a video about my weathering techniques is coming! Here are some pictures of progress. Nearly have all the sub assemblies ready for some initial weathering in places that would be hard to reach when assembled. My technique for "dulling" down chrome to look more like weathered aluminum is as simple as misting with matte clear rattle can. I also sanded the tires to show some normal wear and age them a bit. Some "dusting" and black was highlights on the lug nuts will happen later. Oh and can't forget a bit of dirty grease/oil on the hubs. Brake canisters and backing plates, two with weathering highlights and two without. I will go over this in that future video. initial coat of paint on the frame. I just use flat rattle can black primer sprayed in a light dusting fashion even before highlights and weathering it adds some depth to the parts to better sell the idea that they are steel. I "LIKE" where this project is headed! That is all for now! You can like the Facebook page or my twitter if you want to interact https://www.facebook.com/thejunkmansadventures/ OR https://twitter.com/thejunkmanadv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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