Swamp Dog Posted July 8 Posted July 8 MACK SUPERLINER HEAVY HAUL.. finished after 5 months. i started this build with a 1/24 scale ItaLeri kit. most know it carries the same frame and parts as the Freightliner does, so i had to do some modifications like shorting the drivers side tank and changing out the steps with Auslowe's photo etch steps. the big challenge was fitting the Mack MP8 in the frame. no room at all. Dremel Tool time.. also another challenge was adding the external breathers. most Superliners don't have them. but with flexible drink straws anything is possible. Day Cab panel is a Auslowe product but was purchased from ST Supplt Co. frame was extended 3 inches to add another axle. winch, tower, cat walk, front and rear tires + rims are 3D printed. mini code 3 light bars i got a guy on ebay to make.. Chrome Stacks were made by Ryan Mlynek. snatch blocks and tool box are from 3D Concepts. tail lights are rhinestones. fenders + bug shield are from Auslowe. Swan Hood Ornament is from Model Truck Builder. winch line was made from 200lb braid fishing line.. name door decals were made by STS Decals. other Decals are from parts box. you will notice their are no air lines for a trailer. i left them off but i did add the hook ups by the winch and will add once i build trailer. i know its not perfect but who said it has to be.. 6
BK9300 Posted July 9 Posted July 9 Awesome build, David - love the tri-drive! Any plans for a trailer to go along? 1
Swamp Dog Posted July 9 Author Posted July 9 11 hours ago, BK9300 said: Awesome build, David - love the tri-drive! Any plans for a trailer to go along? thank you..yes they will be a modified AMT trailer. i have 3D printed Tigercat Skidder kit i'm about to start building. i know ill have to add to the length but i have a old one i bought for parts some years ago. i also have a narrow tongue i will add to it and folding ramps. ( picture of skidder is not mine) mine will have duel tire set up. 4
Swamp Dog Posted July 9 Author Posted July 9 On 7/8/2025 at 1:11 PM, bamadon said: Great looking Mack. thank you
meechum68 Posted July 10 Posted July 10 That is a great build!! I can't wait to see the follow up with this when you get the skidder done! 1
Swamp Dog Posted July 12 Author Posted July 12 On 7/10/2025 at 6:10 PM, meechum68 said: That is a great build!! I can't wait to see the follow up with this when you get the skidder done! thank you 1
BKF Posted Monday at 08:01 PM Posted Monday at 08:01 PM This was at the Houston/Stafford show Saturday correct? Great looking build! Well done.
Swamp Dog Posted Wednesday at 03:58 PM Author Posted Wednesday at 03:58 PM On 7/13/2025 at 5:59 AM, PappyD340 said: Great looking build! thank you
Swamp Dog Posted Wednesday at 04:04 PM Author Posted Wednesday at 04:04 PM On 7/14/2025 at 3:01 PM, BKF said: This was at the Houston/Stafford show Saturday correct? Great looking build! Well done. yes it was. took 3rd place.. thank you..had some Awesome builds their..
Swamp Dog Posted Thursday at 01:21 AM Author Posted Thursday at 01:21 AM Won 3rd Place Saturday at the Space City Shoot Out in Houston/Stafford TX with the Mack Superliner. 1
Swamp Dog Posted Friday at 12:51 AM Author Posted Friday at 12:51 AM 8 hours ago, BK9300 said: Nice bonus - well done! thanks..
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