landman Posted January 11, 2018 Posted January 11, 2018 (edited) I have been looking at this kit. I've decided to do it with the stake body and the towing boom. It will also be a dually. I looked at the BB wheels at Scenes Unlimited but they'd work out to $47 CAD by the time they're here. They would be correct for this application but my budget says other wise. So I'll still use Plaskit wheels I've had for a while. Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
John Pol Posted January 12, 2018 Posted January 12, 2018 I know the filling its crazy how much it is for stuff from the states
landman Posted January 12, 2018 Author Posted January 12, 2018 4 minutes ago, John Pol said: I know the filling its crazy how much it is for stuff from the states When the exchange rate was good, almost par all was well. But now, our dollar is worth 79 US cents.
landman Posted January 12, 2018 Author Posted January 12, 2018 (edited) The body and resin wheels have been tanked, ready to go. Working on the engine, making the ignition wire conduits. Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
John Pol Posted January 12, 2018 Posted January 12, 2018 I think that is the last time I got something from the states
landman Posted January 13, 2018 Author Posted January 13, 2018 (edited) Working at adapting the resin wheels to the '34 axles. Had to cut the rim off the front drums to allow the wheels inside the fenders. First time for me, there appears to be an entire sprue missing, no rear suspension or axle. So I stole the one from the '34 Ford Hot Rod. I had used its roof on my '34 Chevy. Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
1930fordpickup Posted January 13, 2018 Posted January 13, 2018 Looking good pat. It looks as though the running boards are a tad long yet. The exchange rate I call a wash because the connection of our hobby, but the shipping is the killer most of them time for me. Maybe I just need to learn a cheaper way to ship.
mchook Posted January 14, 2018 Posted January 14, 2018 You do great scratch building, so please tell me your not using the tow boom that comes in the kit. I think it would look killer with a Manley Wrecking crane like the one I built for one of my trucks.
landman Posted January 14, 2018 Author Posted January 14, 2018 24 minutes ago, mchook said: You do great scratch building, so please tell me your not using the tow boom that comes in the kit. I think it would look killer with a Manley Wrecking crane like the one I built for one of my trucks. Yes I was going to use the kit's boom, with a few mods.
landman Posted January 15, 2018 Author Posted January 15, 2018 (edited) Wheels are on. Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
landman Posted January 17, 2018 Author Posted January 17, 2018 (edited) Since the driveshaft was part of the rear axle and it was missing, I had to make one. Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
mustang1989 Posted January 17, 2018 Posted January 17, 2018 Now that's what I'm talkin' about. I like the way you think Pat.
landman Posted January 17, 2018 Author Posted January 17, 2018 On 1/13/2018 at 7:29 PM, mchook said: You do great scratch building, so please tell me your not using the tow boom that comes in the kit. I think it would look killer with a Manley Wrecking crane like the one I built for one of my trucks. I am considering it, or something like it Mark.
landman Posted January 17, 2018 Author Posted January 17, 2018 (edited) Setback today, got the airbrush ready and shot some color, only to realize it was full of particles. Stripped and started over. Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
landman Posted January 18, 2018 Author Posted January 18, 2018 (edited) It wasn't until I looked at fitting the exhaust that I realized that this molding was supposed to be the exhaust pipe' So I painted it steel. Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
landman Posted January 18, 2018 Author Posted January 18, 2018 (edited) Setback again this morning. I had finished the painting then decided to touch up the roof. i tilted the stand , forgetting that the top wasn't fixed. Of course it fell off and rolled into the dust. Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
landman Posted January 20, 2018 Author Posted January 20, 2018 (edited) This is the second go around. I don't know if it is Alzheimer's, lack of attention or sheer stupidity, but I forgot the hood. I touched it up with the brush. Needless to say, that didn't work. So I think from now on it is rattle cans instead of the airbrush. I always end up making the most incredible messes with the airbrush..... Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
landman Posted January 21, 2018 Author Posted January 21, 2018 (edited) I think I've got it. Nothing a bit of clear won't help. Edited October 25, 2020 by landman
landman Posted January 23, 2018 Author Posted January 23, 2018 (edited) The truck is done. Now I have to decide if I use a wrecker boom or not and whether I use one like Jay Hook suggested. I have ordered some woodgraining paints and I want to try them on the deck. Edited October 26, 2020 by landman
landman Posted January 27, 2018 Author Posted January 27, 2018 (edited) Fellow model Mark Hook (mchook) has kindly agreed to measure up his Manly wrecking crane for me so that I can come up with something more plausible than the kit item. Meanwhile, the truck has been parked in the back of the engine shop, awaiting the installation of the rear bed and the crane. Edited October 26, 2020 by landman
mchook Posted January 29, 2018 Posted January 29, 2018 Man, that looks great! I love this picture too, it looks like the real thing! I sent you a pm with your measurements, so I can't wait to see what's next.
landman Posted January 30, 2018 Author Posted January 30, 2018 (edited) Started on the crane. It will be a cross between mchook's Manley and the kit's.The pile of pictures you see in the background were kindly provided by him. Took the alarm clock apart for parts. Who needs one when you are retired. It even had a ratchet for the hand crank. Blending metal, plastic and vinyl. Edited October 26, 2020 by landman
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