Biggu Posted June 4 Posted June 4 This just gets better and better, this is going to be the most functional one so far. I love where this is going. 1
Jürgen M. Posted June 4 Author Posted June 4 Thanks guys! I actually used the same steering as in all my models. The only thing new is the steering gear and the connectors to the wheel. I am quite proud to see it work though! Just like the fitting of the cab in the engine. There were so many places it could have collided. The clearance between the tub and the valve covers is less than 1mm.
Jürgen M. Posted June 4 Author Posted June 4 I worked out the exhaust system. Not as smooth as I had hoped but good enough for this build! The fuel tanks are primered. Hope to get the chrome in tomorrow! 2
Biggu Posted June 4 Posted June 4 With your vast knowledge of this particular movie ( and that is a compliment ) do you know if this truck still exists? It would be cool to show the current owner your build, I bet they would think it was really cool.... might be fun to find out how many if any are still out there.....
Jürgen M. Posted June 4 Author Posted June 4 Thanks Jeff! As far as I know there are hardly any trucks of that movie left. I therefore have no idea if this truck still exists! 1
Jürgen M. Posted June 5 Author Posted June 5 There is a guy here in Germany who has a replica of the R.D. Mack. He bought it from someone in the US and brought it over here. It's not totally authentic though. Sleeper is different, no original plates, ... but he once showed it to Kris Kristofferson before a concert. Kris was impressed about the Remake quality but didn't seem to be that happy to see the truck since he didn't have such good memories about making the movie. I don't know if all of the actors in the movie would have thought that way? No way to find out anymore since they've almost all passed away. Only Franklyn Ajaye is still alive. And Ali MacGraw. No matter what they would have thought, I love the movie and the trucks in it and I'll try to keep it alive as long as possible! 1
Jürgen M. Posted June 5 Author Posted June 5 The tanks are painted and ready to mount: I used a no name chrome spray that actually has a nice dull effect. Looks more like aluminium than any model paint I know! Mounted they look pretty nice too! The tanks are pieces of 25mm aluminium pipe and the ends are slatted plugs. Works great. I did the same on my Superliner! Now I need the filler necks. They'll be printed! 3
BK9300 Posted June 5 Posted June 5 Looks really good, Jürgen - making good progress! When do you hope to have your cab? 1
Jürgen M. Posted June 5 Author Posted June 5 Thanks Brian! Don't know yet when the cab will be finished! For the others, Bren has generously declared that he will print the cab for me! Thanks again Bren! 😊👍 1
Jürgen M. Posted June 5 Author Posted June 5 A few small things more: filler necks and a bit of touch up here and there! The chassis is therefore completed! Now I'll begin to paint the interior so everything is ready when the cab arrives! I know, it's from the "a" but as I said, it won't be visible up on the shelf! 2
37 caddy Posted June 6 Posted June 6 Today is the sixth of june,bet there be some strange things going on in your display room tonite especially if we have a full moon. 😀
Jürgen M. Posted June 6 Author Posted June 6 Are you referring to the original version of the Convoy song? Otherwise I don't know what you mean! 🤔
Jürgen M. Posted June 12 Author Posted June 12 Not having done anything the last few days I decided to print a dummy-cab from a faulty file. It came up to the window line looking quite OK, then started to show more cavities than material so I stopped the print. It's cause is to adapt the decals and to see if it fits together with the tub in assembly. It fits perfectly! Still some work to do on the location of the cab sided hinges but the cab tilts and fits over the shifter. I then designed the decals and printed a first shot which looks quite satisfying. I attached them with little pieces of double sided carpet tape. Still need some attention though. I also added the side steps to the cab below the "Transtar" plates. (Of course I only attached one temporarily to see how it looks). Now the cab has the correct height and so will the bumper! It's also (more or less) adapted to the Transtar II design that way! In consequence I also decided to make a new dash according to the Transtar II. It's not perfect, it should have stretched a bit more to the center of the dog house but I'll leave it that way! The wall to the sleeper will be closed. Therefore I will not bother making a bed or any panel work. And now, the best news: Bren actually made it! After I was able to simplify the file of the cab a bit he managed to print a very nice looking cab. Thanks again very very much, Bren! I more than appreciate the time, patience and effort you put into this! Saved me again! 😉 Hope it's OK that I posted a few of your cab pics? Can't wait to get them in my hands and start integrating one into my build! 3
Biggu Posted June 12 Posted June 12 Wow. That looks cool. Your decals are really eye catching. The new cab Bren printed is awesome, between your design skills and his printing skills , you guys make a great team. The persistence you two have to get it figured and make it right shows through in the final excellent results. Well done !!! I am looking forward to this one coming together.
Jürgen M. Posted June 12 Author Posted June 12 (edited) Thanks pal! I hope it'll look as good as I expect it to when it's finished! 🤞 Edited June 13 by Jürgen M. 1
Jürgen M. Posted June 13 Author Posted June 13 The new dash: Looks a bit better than the old one. Still not perfect but good enough! 2
BK9300 Posted June 13 Posted June 13 Very cool to be able to print up a ‘test’ cab, to check out how things fit together. The resin printed cab Bren did for you should look great on this build! 1
Jürgen M. Posted June 13 Author Posted June 13 Yes, that's quite nice! I really appreciate Bren's efforts seeing how terrible my cab came out! But it's good enough for adjusting decals and positioning parts like the lower grille. I'll have to mix the Paint for the cab. It looks like an off white. I'll just put some yellow in the plain white. Should work! 1
Jürgen M. Posted June 15 Author Posted June 15 (edited) Killing time with minor mock-ups! A little ashtray, grille, lights, ... The fit ist not perfect on this dummy cab but good enough to get the idea! Bren has put the cab on its way! Should arrive by end of the week! Edited June 15 by Jürgen M. 2
Bren Posted Thursday at 07:37 AM Posted Thursday at 07:37 AM On 6/12/2025 at 2:39 AM, Jürgen M. said: Not having done anything the last few days I decided to print a dummy-cab from a faulty file. It came up to the window line looking quite OK, then started to show more cavities than material so I stopped the print. It's cause is to adapt the decals and to see if it fits together with the tub in assembly. It fits perfectly! Still some work to do on the location of the cab sided hinges but the cab tilts and fits over the shifter. I then designed the decals and printed a first shot which looks quite satisfying. I attached them with little pieces of double sided carpet tape. Still need some attention though. I also added the side steps to the cab below the "Transtar" plates. (Of course I only attached one temporarily to see how it looks). Now the cab has the correct height and so will the bumper! It's also (more or less) adapted to the Transtar II design that way! In consequence I also decided to make a new dash according to the Transtar II. It's not perfect, it should have stretched a bit more to the center of the dog house but I'll leave it that way! The wall to the sleeper will be closed. Therefore I will not bother making a bed or any panel work. And now, the best news: Bren actually made it! After I was able to simplify the file of the cab a bit he managed to print a very nice looking cab. Thanks again very very much, Bren! I more than appreciate the time, patience and effort you put into this! Saved me again! 😉 Hope it's OK that I posted a few of your cab pics? Can't wait to get them in my hands and start integrating one into my build! More than happy you shared the pictures of the print Jurgen. This has been a very exciting project to be involved with. I’m always anxious that guys like me don’t “oversell” 3D printing - it definitely has its challenges. This cab took about 6 tries to find the correct orientation and printer settings to print correctly - but we got there in the end. There were lots of failed prints. But I think it’s so exciting that designers like you can put together a .stl file of an unkitted subject and we can turn it into reality. Great time to be a truck modeller! 1
Jürgen M. Posted Thursday at 09:33 AM Author Posted Thursday at 09:33 AM (edited) Thanks very much Bren! You're absolutely right. It's a great time to be a modeller. Next to printing also scratch building has increased in possibilities by improved materials. Combining both you can really get the best out of modelling! Some of you guys have scratch building skills I can only dream of so I try to substitute that by designing and printing. And with your skills in resin printing I am now again able to put another nice truck on my shelf! I too enjoy challenges! This IH cab was one! I'd be happy to accept a challenge of yours! 😊 Hope the cabs arrived soon. Can't wait to work on this build again. By the way, the reefer will be a kit. It would mean a great deal of time to print it. Took me 5 days to print the pups when I built the "Big Nasty" Mack! I already purchased the Watkins reefer on eBay! The decals will of course be self made again. Edited Thursday at 09:34 AM by Jürgen M. 2
cifenet Posted Thursday at 10:53 PM Posted Thursday at 10:53 PM Great work, Jürgen! I really like the frame, it is the right side to me for the single axle setup. And the massive dual fuel tanks look fantastic. Can't wait to see how you complete this truck! 1 1
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