cobraman Posted September 26, 2022 Share Posted September 26, 2022 Another model I am building for my oldest grandson . This one will be mounted on a board and put up on a shelf where he won’t be able to get at it . ( maybe ) Not building it as I would if I was keeping it but not trying to make a mess . That kid loves trash trucks . Not sure why . Engine done ( 33 pieces ) . Cab was painted Tamiya racing white with a green roof . Trash body will be that same green . Will make some signs for it with his name on them . So far a pretty nice kit . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yh70 Posted September 27, 2022 Share Posted September 27, 2022 off to a good start..great to build for the grand kids.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted September 27, 2022 Share Posted September 27, 2022 I work at the world's largest museum of fire apparatus, equipment and memorabilia. It is extremely common for youngsters to come in excited to see the fire trucks and many of them are described by their parents as "crazy about firetrucks." But, it's surprising how many little guys are equally "crazy" about trash trucks!!! I simply cannot explain that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 27, 2022 Author Share Posted September 27, 2022 Thanks Dave. Ya, Danno it so weird, if he hears a trash truck in his neighbor hood he stops what ever he is doing and just listens. Thursday is trash day where he lives and he is right there when it comes. If he id not down in the garage he is at the window and watching from above. He has at least a dozen trash truck toys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted September 27, 2022 Share Posted September 27, 2022 Nice start on your refuse truck! It's interesting how kids find excitement w different trucks, my daughter loves watching snow plows pass the house pushing the snow onto my freshly cleaned sidewalk Looking forward to updates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 27, 2022 Author Share Posted September 27, 2022 Thanks Jeff. I kind of like snow plows myself. But, I left Chicago area years ago and here near Phoenix they are pretty rare. I did see a couple up in Prescott during the winter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chariots of Fire Posted September 27, 2022 Share Posted September 27, 2022 16 hours ago, Danno said: I work at the world's largest museum of fire apparatus, equipment and memorabilia. It is extremely common for youngsters to come in excited to see the fire trucks and many of them are described by their parents as "crazy about firetrucks." But, it's surprising how many little guys are equally "crazy" about trash trucks!!! I simply cannot explain that. What is it they say, Danno? One person's trash (truck) is another person's treasure??😆 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted September 27, 2022 Share Posted September 27, 2022 36 minutes ago, Chariots of Fire said: What is it they say, Danno? One person's trash (truck) is another person's treasure??😆 Precisely. A couple of times the parents have asked if there is a garbage truck museum. So far, I've resisted the temptation to direct them to the landfill. 😉 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 28, 2022 Author Share Posted September 28, 2022 Forward movement on this kit . Instructions are , let me just say I have seen better . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronzekeg Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 looking good Ray! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 28, 2022 Author Share Posted September 28, 2022 Thank you much Ken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Engine 51 Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 Well on your way....looks great so far....interested to see how it goes for you as I have one sitting in the wings waiting for my attention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 28, 2022 Author Share Posted September 28, 2022 Thanks Joe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 Looking really good, Ray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 29, 2022 Author Share Posted September 29, 2022 Thank you Bill. I have had some fit problems but could be me. I am not fond of the instructions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 Looking good ! The colors are especially nice Too bad about the lousy instructions though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 29, 2022 Author Share Posted September 29, 2022 Thank you Jeff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted October 1, 2022 Share Posted October 1, 2022 Nice progress Ray looking forward to seeing you finish this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 On 9/26/2022 at 9:43 PM, Danno said: I work at the world's largest museum of fire apparatus, equipment and memorabilia. It is extremely common for youngsters to come in excited to see the fire trucks and many of them are described by their parents as "crazy about firetrucks." But, it's surprising how many little guys are equally "crazy" about trash trucks!!! I simply cannot explain that. The trash trucks are the first truck when we are are small we se on a regular basis . When we grow up we move on to fire trucks and semi trucks. That’s the way it was for me… Real nice start Ray! Frame and engine looks nice.. Very thoughtful gift! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted October 2, 2022 Author Share Posted October 2, 2022 Thank you Dan and Carl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted October 5, 2022 Author Share Posted October 5, 2022 End of the road for this trash truck ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted October 5, 2022 Share Posted October 5, 2022 What happened buddy? What ever happened I feel for you, I know how it feels disappointment feels.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted October 5, 2022 Author Share Posted October 5, 2022 Well Carl, I could say the cat knocked it off my bench but I don't have a cat. The truth is I got so fed up with what I considered to be terrible directions and ill fitting parts ( others may think different ) that i slammed my fist down on it. Childish I know but I lost my cool and I just did it without thinking. I am still glad I did it however. It's all good. 😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldmopars Posted October 10, 2022 Share Posted October 10, 2022 On 10/5/2022 at 3:01 PM, cobraman said: Well Carl, I could say the cat knocked it off my bench but I don't have a cat. The truth is I got so fed up with what I considered to be terrible directions and ill fitting parts ( others may think different ) that i slammed my fist down on it. Childish I know but I lost my cool and I just did it without thinking. I am still glad I did it however. It's all good. 😄 I sure hope you didn't throw it out, I love those old C900 Fords and would hate to know that it was trashed. If you want to find it a new home, PM me and I will show it some love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted October 10, 2022 Author Share Posted October 10, 2022 Scott if I still had it I would have been happy to send it to you. Trash has been picked up, sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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