New pics of the Pierce Arrow 7 Ton Dump

[Chariots of Fire]

There's been a bit more work on the Pierce Arrow since last posted. The cab paint is now complete. The interior dash has to be done and then I can mount the two doors. The engine is finished and can be installed. Just have to adjust the exhaust manifold for the pipe.

The engine was made of plastic with Specialties and Miniatures resin bolt heads, brass wire and a manifold from the AMT ALF Detroit diesel engine. Was just the right size.

Here it sits in the truck awaiting the radiator hoses. That will come later after the frame is painted.

The paint is done on the cab and hood. Hood latches will be added after the cowl is secured. The cab has been secured with angle brackets soldered to the frame and drilled out for bolts and nuts. Next will be to complete the running gear, brake rods, etc.

[fordh8r]

Very nice!

Purely a work of art.

[Jantrix]

Holy smokes! I don't usually check the truck postings as it's not my bag, but the name Pierce Arrow pulled me in. Wow, that is some fantastic work. All the hand formed brass is just awesome. Great stuff, it's almost a shame to paint it.