MachinistMark Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 This is my first real attempt at a heavy truck model so be gentle. I actually started this kit over a 3 years ago but due to some paint snafu's it got boxed up till this week, Thanks to the phenomenal customer service from revell ill have a new cab/hood on the way soon so i started tackling the wrecker body. As my username may suggest im a machinist by trade so ill be making some goodies for it. Going to see how good i can machine a set of hydraulic cylinders for the boom, otherwise ill use the kit ones. Heres a few pictures of my very limited progress so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GrumpyGrowly Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Looks good so far.This is my first real attempt at a heavy truck model so be gentle.I wouldn't worry, It's the land of gentle giant here on the truck side.Again I like what you've got going and can't wait to see more.Jonathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Mark, Judging by the photos of what you've done so far. I doubt you will have any problems here . Besides like Jonathon said. "This side of the Forum is the Gentle Giant !" I will be looking forward to seeing your boom cylinders ! Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Welcome to "the other side" of modeling I'm glad Revell pulled through for you. Being a machinist is a big advantage and I'll be looking forward to your updates! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachinistMark Posted March 23, 2016 Author Share Posted March 23, 2016 Yeah, currently im running a 5x10 foot cnc laser table. 3500 watt. Got a texas style bumper in the work out of .040" aluminum that ill roll the ends of to match the contour of the front fenders.With holes for tow hooks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyGrowly Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 can't wait to see it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Looking good! Sounds like it is going to be a great project!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachinistMark Posted March 23, 2016 Author Share Posted March 23, 2016 Just something i threw together in cad and bent using a jig i threw together. (small bessy clamp and rpund bar) not sure if itll fit or not but if it doesnt ill add or take a little of the length or fine tune the radiuses onnthe ends till it matches the hood/fenders Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted March 23, 2016 Share Posted March 23, 2016 Mark, That looks good. Being a machinist can be a big advantage for you. Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachinistMark Posted March 24, 2016 Author Share Posted March 24, 2016 Picking away at the little bits.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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gino Posted March 29, 2016 Share Posted March 29, 2016 looks good ! I like that bumper, looking forward to seeing more ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachinistMark Posted March 30, 2016 Author Share Posted March 30, 2016 No pictures tonight but a small update, made some headway stripping my previous attempt at a paintjob so thats encouraging. I may not need that new cab/hood afterall. Also started plumbimg the engine. Got a few of the injector lines bent and mounted. Started polishing the tubing for the stacks and front bumper as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canso65 Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 You're moving along nicely Mark. I started my first big rig build a couple of months ago here. Everyone here has been very helpful, I'm sure you'll enjoy yourself.Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 Looking pretty good, already.....Can't wait to see what you come up with..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackd Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachinistMark Posted March 30, 2016 Author Share Posted March 30, 2016 Thanks all. I hope to get a litlle more done tonight and snap some pics. I dont have my own schedule anymore ...not with an 11month old Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachinistMark Posted April 1, 2016 Author Share Posted April 1, 2016 New pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted April 1, 2016 Share Posted April 1, 2016 Nice work on those injector lines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scaleauto Posted April 1, 2016 Share Posted April 1, 2016 Great job so far Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scaleauto Posted April 1, 2016 Share Posted April 1, 2016 Mark, what engine is in the W900 wrecker? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachinistMark Posted April 1, 2016 Author Share Posted April 1, 2016 3408 cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted April 1, 2016 Share Posted April 1, 2016 nice work mark ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted April 2, 2016 Share Posted April 2, 2016 Great progress! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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