Modelbuilder Mark Posted May 20, 2018 Posted May 20, 2018 (edited) Are you a plumber by trade, or are you getting the details from research on net? Years ago, I thought of doing a porta potty truck, but as I had not knowledge of the subject matter.... Great work! Edited May 20, 2018 by Modelbuilder Mark
Oldmopars Posted May 22, 2018 Author Posted May 22, 2018 No, not a plumber, just good with Google and I have seen them in person so I have taken pictures of the trucks I see.
Oldmopars Posted May 23, 2018 Author Posted May 23, 2018 So, I made a little more progress on the Cab of the Stool Bus. I needed to figure out how to lower the headlights. I saw how some others did it, but just did not like the idea of cutting of the bumps and then cutting in the new recesses. So, I did it my own way. I basically made a box around the headlights, cutting wide at the bottom and tight to the headlights at the top. This way I could flip the parts side to side and they would lower the lights. See the pictures as it makes sense. Also, in the last picture you can see that I drilled out the vent below the headlight on the passenger side. I will be adding a fine mess screen after paint. Now I need to find some very very small rivets to add back the ones that got removed doing this mod. I am also thinking about removing the wipers, sanding back the window trim to fix the top of the cab(casting lines) then add back the trim. It is really poor and shallow anyway. Then get some PE wipers.
gatorincebu Posted May 30, 2018 Posted May 30, 2018 great theme. Awesome kitbashing and scratch building . Be Well Gator
iamsuperdan Posted May 30, 2018 Posted May 30, 2018 Awesome theme. Can honestly say I've never seen anyone tackle this subject before!
clayton Posted June 4, 2018 Posted June 4, 2018 On 5/22/2018 at 9:22 PM, Oldmopars said: So, I made a little more progress on the Cab of the Stool Bus. I needed to figure out how to lower the headlights. I saw how some others did it, but just did not like the idea of cutting of the bumps and then cutting in the new recesses. So, I did it my own way. I basically made a box around the headlights, cutting wide at the bottom and tight to the headlights at the top. This way I could flip the parts side to side and they would lower the lights. See the pictures as it makes sense. Also, in the last picture you can see that I drilled out the vent below the headlight on the passenger side. I will be adding a fine mess screen after paint. Now I need to find some very very small rivets to add back the ones that got removed doing this mod. I am also thinking about removing the wipers, sanding back the window trim to fix the top of the cab(casting lines) then add back the trim. It is really poor and shallow anyway. Then get some PE wipers. So you just switched the left side too the right side.
Modelbuilder Mark Posted June 4, 2018 Posted June 4, 2018 Will you be replacing the rivits, or removing the rest
Oldmopars Posted June 6, 2018 Author Posted June 6, 2018 I plan to replace the rivets, just looking out for the best method right now. And yes, just swap the left side to the right side. I could have got it a little lower, but this was the first time doing it. I will get the lower next time.
kilrathy10 Posted June 10, 2018 Posted June 10, 2018 (edited) You've done an amazing job on this little guy....What an awesome way to attack the headlights...Your cuts are pretty precise....I can't ever recall making such good cuts....I'm amazed.... And where'd you get that roll of chain.... Edited June 10, 2018 by kilrathy10
Oldmopars Posted June 19, 2018 Author Posted June 19, 2018 On 6/9/2018 at 6:31 PM, kilrathy10 said: You've done an amazing job on this little guy....What an awesome way to attack the headlights...Your cuts are pretty precise....I can't ever recall making such good cuts....I'm amazed.... And where'd you get that roll of chain.... Thank you, and I got the roll of chain at a Hobby Lobby. It is back with all the other jewelry making stuff. I found beads for detailing, wire and this cool chain. I like it because it already has a bit of weathered look to it. I figure after I drag it though a wash, it will look perfect.
kilrathy10 Posted June 23, 2018 Posted June 23, 2018 Sweet...Thanks for the info, Bro....I'm all over it....
TheSDTrucker Posted July 8, 2018 Posted July 8, 2018 On 5/22/2018 at 8:22 PM, Oldmopars said: So, I made a little more progress on the Cab of the Stool Bus. I needed to figure out how to lower the headlights. I saw how some others did it, but just did not like the idea of cutting of the bumps and then cutting in the new recesses. So, I did it my own way. I basically made a box around the headlights, cutting wide at the bottom and tight to the headlights at the top. This way I could flip the parts side to side and they would lower the lights. See the pictures as it makes sense. Also, in the last picture you can see that I drilled out the vent below the headlight on the passenger side. I will be adding a fine mess screen after paint. Now I need to find some very very small rivets to add back the ones that got removed doing this mod. I am also thinking about removing the wipers, sanding back the window trim to fix the top of the cab(casting lines) then add back the trim. It is really poor and shallow anyway. Then get some PE wipers. How did you cut the plastic so clean? Did you use a small saw?
Oldmopars Posted July 8, 2018 Author Posted July 8, 2018 7 hours ago, TheSDTrucker said: How did you cut the plastic so clean? Did you use a small saw? Yes, I used a normal Hobby type razor saw. I also scored with the back of a #11 where the saw would not go. Really was not that hard.
Oldmopars Posted August 15, 2018 Author Posted August 15, 2018 More progress. I am finally getting to where I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I still have a lot of work left, still need to do more weathering. I need to make some mirrors, put the visor on, paint the fuel tanks and the Poo hose. I need to get some tubing for the ends of the hose also for the fittings. Still need to hook up the tubing to the pump on the side, and paint the one hose, can't hook it up till I get the bed mounted though. I weathered and detailed the engine, as you may know the kit is a non-turbo, I have converted it to a Turbo and went with a under frame muffler, all scratch built. Anyone recognize the phone number on the side? I have been creatively stealing decals from other kits to get the look I need. And yes, that is "Septic Juice" that is spilled all over the side. There will be some more in the future on the rear framework and hose.
Warren D Posted August 15, 2018 Posted August 15, 2018 It's coming along nicely. FWIW, the real trucks in this area are some of the cleanest on the road.
Oldmopars Posted August 15, 2018 Author Posted August 15, 2018 3 hours ago, Warren D said: It's coming along nicely. FWIW, the real trucks in this area are some of the cleanest on the road. I know, however this is for the Cannonball run, and I wanted it to be "Dirty" as a Cop deterrent. Its part of the story
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