M-20 Prime Mover

[Chariots of Fire]

7 hours ago, Rockford said:

I would find it impossible to follow! 

Yeah,  They were'nt speed demons!☺️

[hct728(Bob)]

On 7/18/2024 at 9:42 AM, Chariots of Fire said:

Most difficult part was making sure that the sections weren't glued to each other, the wrong part or to the brass wire. 

You need a sharp mind to keep tabs on what's glued where on multi-part hinges!

Funny how small the box is, I guess it's just for spare parts and fittings, the real load is pulled behind. Hope you made that pintle hook strong enough!

Nice progress, the box is neatly cut and assembled too

[Chariots of Fire]

1 hour ago, hct728(Bob) said:

You need a sharp mind to keep tabs on what's glued where on multi-part hinges!

Funny how small the box is, I guess it's just for spare parts and fittings, the real load is pulled behind. Hope you made that pintle hook strong enough!

Nice progress, the box is neatly cut and assembled too

The box was nothing more than a container for weight.  Either stone, rocks, sand, or other heavy things that gave the truck traction.  The two small storage bins that I have yet to build were for tools.

[Chariots of Fire]

Got the tool boxes build with opening covers and the side rails are installed.  Covers can be removed for painting as can the tailgate.  That will be next.

[HJK]

Charles, You never fail to surprise and impress me with all the detail and precision you maintain on your models. Thanks very much for sharing.

May I ask what kind of chain you used for driving the winch? Where did you get it?

Jürgen

[Chariots of Fire]

3 hours ago, HJK said:

Charles, You never fail to surprise and impress me with all the detail and precision you maintain on your models. Thanks very much for sharing.

May I ask what kind of chain you used for driving the winch? Where did you get it?

Jürgen

Hello, Jurgen:  The chain I used is just some cheap necklace type chain I found in a craft store.  I would have used a piece of bicycle chain if it had been small enough.  A little paint and a black wash helps to make it plausible.

[hct728(Bob)]

Amazing, when I zoom in the photo it just looks better and better, such neat workmanship! Love the chains on the tailgate, with hooks and all

[HJK]

On 7/22/2024 at 10:27 PM, Chariots of Fire said:

Hello, Jurgen:  The chain I used is just some cheap necklace type chain I found in a craft store.  I would have used a piece of bicycle chain if it had been small enough.  A little paint and a black wash helps to make it plausible.

Ok, I see. And you are right, I find it extremely difficult to find drive chains for winches or trucks like the Mack Bulldog in scale. Your necklace type chain looks good in this case. Thanks for the info. Jürgen

[Chariots of Fire]

Close to being done.  Just a few small details here and there and it is finished except for some dusting and light dirt under the fenders and along the sides.  Can't be too clean!

[Rockford]

Just perfect! 

[gotnitro?]

Incredible work! The little splashes of color on the glad hands and partially left down windows are a real eye catcher 

[GLMFAA1]

Nice job, looks like a truck that could climb a tree.

greg

[Chariots of Fire]

It wasn't quite finished in those pics above.  But here is what it looks line now.  Am working on some tools to put in the compartments in the body.

[Sergey]

Outstanding, Charles!

For those who about the TRUCK!.... We salut you!

[Firebuilder]

I have not been on here in awhile, so I just caught up on this. Exceptional build as always !

[hct728(Bob)]

Love the latest photos, just enough weathering to add realism, especially the tires with their worn look, the castings look so real, perfectly imperfect! With the overhead lighting and camera angle I can just picture it outdoors with a natural background, great photography!

[Chariots of Fire]

1 hour ago, hct728(Bob) said:

Love the latest photos, just enough weathering to add realism, especially the tires with their worn look, the castings look so real, perfectly imperfect! With the overhead lighting and camera angle I can just picture it outdoors with a natural background, great photography!

That gives me an idea.  I have some outside photos I might try and print out as a background.

[Fanman]

Looks like it just came in from a hard days work.

[Edward Gore]

Awesome scratch build. All of the multimedia really came together with your skills.

 

 

[hct728(Bob)]

I came across a photo posted on Facebook by John Heath, from the North Devon model show today! In the middle, same truck, different scale?

[GLMFAA1]

Will keep a look out for a reasonable Franklin mint Sherman for you, I like the 'jerry' can load in the model display. Your 'red ball express' is going to have more trucks than the real one.

As always a fantastic model.

greg

[Chariots of Fire]

10 hours ago, GLMFAA1 said:

Will keep a look out for a reasonable Franklin mint Sherman for you, I like the 'jerry' can load in the model display. Your 'red ball express' is going to have more trucks than the real one.

As always a fantastic model.

greg

Thanks, Greg.  I have a load already in progress.  They carried D-7 bulldozers during the Red Ball times.  Will be using the AMT Cat D-8 to start with but the tracks are being done over "as we speak".

[Chariots of Fire]

Hey, Bob.  Two versions in the photo.  The larger one is 1/35 scale and there is a second one at 1/72 scale beside it with British markings.  I made the small one and still have the 1/35 scale one to do if I can convince myself to betray 1/25 scale building for a while!!?  It was done by Merit International.  The kit is exceptional in quality with MANY parts!

[NerdmanB]

Charles I love watching your builds. You so talented. Question about renshape. Where do you get it, and what density do you use. Will be watching your dozer build. Thanks for any help. Brian 

[Chariots of Fire]

On 8/19/2024 at 7:53 PM, NerdmanB said:

Charles I love watching your builds. You so talented. Question about renshape. Where do you get it, and what density do you use. Will be watching your dozer build. Thanks for any help. Brian 

Renshape comes in various grades.  I use 440 grade (7000 now I believe).  It is the least expensive yet retains sufficient strength and durability for working.  You can find references to it on line.  Not cheap BTW.  But they do make samples that are reasonable enough.