Italeri Steyr Truck Question

[Leonidas]

I got hold of an Italeri Steyr Semi in 1/24 (see below) and was looking to convert/ modify it from a single drive to a double bogie setup. Of course this thing being 1/24 scale and a Euro truck, I can't simply use a axle and suspension set up from a current issue AMT Peterbilt or Revell Kenworth. Anyone have any ideas (besides buying another full Italeri kit to be used for parts) for me to accomplish this? There doesn't seem to be anyone selling parts and pieces to Italeri Euro trucks on ebay, which makes it a bit hard to get this project started.

Perhaps something in resin that someone might be familiar with...or someone out there with a extra axle and/or rear suspension they would be willing to part with?

I'm not looking for this truck to be 100% accurate since I am going to modify it to be more of a heavy/ long distance hauler with a stretched chassis, extra fuel tanks etc. But in order to do this it really needs another drive axle at least.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

Edited July 5, 2016 by Leonidas

[Harry P.]

Do you know how to resin cast parts? If so, the answer is obvious: cast duplicates of the rear axle, wheels, and tires.

If you don't know how to resin cast, I'd bet there are several guys here who would step up and cast the parts you need if you mailed them the existing parts. There are a lot of good guys here... I'd be willing to bet you'll find someone who will help you out.

Maybe try posting your needs in the Truck Kits or Parts to Trade, or Wanted / Requests section.

[plastic trucker]

Check out eBay for junkyard Euro trucks to steal the rear ends off of, you might get luck.

[GeeBee]

Have a look at these two sites,you should be able to find what you need

http://www.kitformservices.com/   

http://www.mgmouldings.co.uk/about.htm

[le_marbrier]

If you can find a MAN F90 or F2000 wreck with a double bogle system it will match (it's almost the same truck)