Steve H Posted April 2 Posted April 2 Hi David, really good solution for the back cab wall, and it is quite visible, so worth the extra effort. It’s coming together very nicely. I have used AS 10 for interiors as well, good choice with the blue exterior.
David G. Posted April 2 Author Posted April 2 On 4/1/2025 at 2:39 PM, BK9300 said: That’s a good idea, David - really finishes off the sides and back wall of your cab - very interesting solution! Expand Thank you Brian. I didn't make any upholstery for the sides of the sleeper as I'm almost certain that those will be all but impossible to see once the cab is assembled. But I am working on a headliner. On 4/2/2025 at 1:23 AM, Steve H said: Hi David, really good solution for the back cab wall, and it is quite visible, so worth the extra effort. It’s coming together very nicely. I have used AS 10 for interiors as well, good choice with the blue exterior. Expand Thank you Steve, I'm glad to know that the back wall of the sleeper is quite visible. I may have to come up with a couple of girlie posters to decorate the area. I do like Tamiya's AS paint line for interiors and vinyl tops, it has a really nice mat finish that can be enhanced to a vinyl-appropriate sheen with just a little buffing. Thank you both for taking the time to share your thoughts. David G.
David G. Posted April 5 Author Posted April 5 Hello Everybody! These are the results of my last few build sessions/ Here is the first pass of detail painting on the dashboard. I've masked the flat gray areas so I can spray some clear on the woody bits to give them a little shine. After the clearcoat I added some final details to the dash and it's ready to install. I also painted up a travelling companion which I rescued from (I think) AMT's 62 Buick kit. That's it for this round. As always, thanks for stopping in for a look and please feel free to sign the guestbook on your way out. David G. 2
Biggu Posted April 5 Posted April 5 Now that is some precision painting! When I try that, my results look like a 4 year old monkey did it. Fabulous dash , just beautiful!
BK9300 Posted April 5 Posted April 5 Well done on your dash detail paint, David - those details really stand out.
David G. Posted April 6 Author Posted April 6 On 4/5/2025 at 2:37 PM, Biggu said: Now that is some precision painting! When I try that, my results look like a 4 year old monkey did it. Fabulous dash , just beautiful! Expand Thank you kindly Jeff. On 4/5/2025 at 2:45 PM, Gary Chastain said: Wow, that dash looks impressive, very well done Expand Thank you very much Gary. On 4/5/2025 at 3:11 PM, BK9300 said: Well done on your dash detail paint, David - those details really stand out. Expand Thank Brian. Detail painting is still my favorite part of the build but it's becoming more of a challenge as time goes by. On 4/6/2025 at 3:40 AM, slusher said: Very nice dash detail David! Expand Thank you Carl, I appreciate that. Thanks all of you for taking the time the share your thoughts. David G. 1
titino Posted April 6 Posted April 6 Hi David, the board is very nice, that touch of wood color looks great.
RoninUtah Posted April 6 Posted April 6 I’ve always liked these Revell Level 3 kits- this one and the KW W900. They’re super simplified but well designed; they turn into a very nice truck when done. And, as your build shows, when you add some extra detail and care the results can be stunning! Very nicely done! 1
David G. Posted April 7 Author Posted April 7 On 4/6/2025 at 12:51 PM, titino said: Hi David, the board is very nice, that touch of wood color looks great. Expand Thank you Germán, I'm glad you like it. On 4/6/2025 at 4:49 PM, RoninUtah said: I’ve always liked these Revell Level 3 kits- this one and the KW W900. They’re super simplified but well designed; they turn into a very nice truck when done. And, as your build shows, when you add some extra detail and care the results can be stunning! Very nicely done! Expand Thank you Ronald. I do like these, and the Polar Lights snap-kits too. Both do build up well but it does require a little extra effort on the builder's part. David G.
David G. Posted April 10 Author Posted April 10 On 4/9/2025 at 1:06 AM, Mopar - D said: Nice details on your dashboard Dave. Expand Thank you Dan. On 4/9/2025 at 6:11 AM, cifenet said: The interior is looking good, the dash detail is fabulous! Expand Thank you Steve, I appreciate that. David G.
David G. Posted April 11 Author Posted April 11 Hello Everybody! The interior is completed! Here's a little bit of the dash detail. I also made up a travelling companion. A leftover from AMT's 62 Buick kit, I think. The blanket and pillowcase are from an upholstery pattern I made for a previous project. I printed them on paper and applied them decoupage style. I dislike unfinished plastic interiors. So in addition to the upholstery piece I made for the back wall of the sleeper, I fashioned a headliner and bolsters for the B-pillars. I also made a pullcord for the air horns and a couple of girlie posters to dress up the sleeper. I wasn't sure if the posters would be easily seen after assembly but it seems they'll be more visible than I first thought. That's all for this update. As always, thanks for taking the time to have a look and please feel free to post any comments you may have. David G. 2
David G. Posted April 12 Author Posted April 12 On 4/11/2025 at 12:25 PM, titino said: Very good David! Expand Thank you Germán. =D-
cifenet Posted April 15 Posted April 15 The details on the dash and bedding are excellent. Nice touch on the posters, you will definitely find more people staring into the windows. 😁 And that is why you are spending enough time to make the interior looking good!
slusher Posted April 15 Posted April 15 Real nice interior David,and I like the bed pattern and the sleeper pictures. You always have pesonaal touches to anything you build…
David G. Posted April 15 Author Posted April 15 On 4/15/2025 at 12:05 AM, cifenet said: The details on the dash and bedding are excellent. Nice touch on the posters, you will definitely find more people staring into the windows. 😁 And that is why you are spending enough time to make the interior looking good! Expand Thank you very much Steve. On 4/15/2025 at 1:46 AM, slusher said: Real nice interior David,and I like the bed pattern and the sleeper pictures. You always have pesonaal touches to anything you build… Expand Thank you Carl. I like to do something a little different for each model I build. Something to make it uniquely mine. It's nice when folks notice that. On 4/15/2025 at 10:40 AM, Gary Chastain said: That interior looks so good, well done Expand Thank you most kindly Gary. David G.
David G. Posted April 16 Author Posted April 16 On 4/15/2025 at 3:05 PM, Jürgen M. said: Looks great! Very neat job! 👍 Expand Thank you Jürgen! Hopefully there's more to come soon. =D-
Brenton Posted April 20 Posted April 20 I’m working on the same kit. Your truck is looking very clean. The interior is great! I’m hoping mine comes out as good as yours!
David G. Posted April 20 Author Posted April 20 On 4/20/2025 at 2:15 AM, Brenton said: I’m working on the same kit. Your truck is looking very clean. The interior is great! I’m hoping mine comes out as good as yours! Expand Thank you Brenton. Do you have any photos posted yet? I'd love to see what you're doing with your build. I always enjoy seeing what other builders can do with the same kit. Tanks again for your comment, enjoy the build! David G.
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