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Next build is going to be a highly modified Alaskan Hauler.   I'm building this for the YouTube 2024 Big Rig Group Build.    I  plan on this being a rig that has been well maintained and upgraded thru the years, but now a show rig.

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Kit engine is built up and primed so I can see where more work is needed.  Don't know what the deal is with this particular white AMT molded this in, but it's hard to see the seams.

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Basic frame is together, this will soon be stretched.

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I 3d printed a frame extension.  Chose to go with a 3" stretch. I have the factory suspension and axles on.  There's no rear cross member yet as I plan to fab one better than the kit.  The engine is just sitting in place right now.

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The initial run of my upgrade parts.   Each one needs a slight amount of adjustments before the final print is made.

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Current status of the build.   I finalized the battery boxes and they are on the truck.   I added a longer 5th wheel slide.   Preliminary fuel tanks are shown along with an idea for a custom sleeper (which is too tall?)

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