Ford Louisville

[Jürgen M.]

I'm back!

I actually planned on designing this one myself and I was almost finished too, then I saw this kit for a pretty good bargain so I just couldn't refuse!

The box and the functioning tailgate will be used for some furure project. 

This one will get a lift axle in front of the drive axle and a tiltable scrap container.

I'll use different rims and fuel tanks ...

... and I'll install a steerable front axle.

These are the first printed parts of the front axle.

More later or tomorrow. 

[Gary Chastain]

This will be interesting to watch and see what you do with it. I have the old version of this kit. 

[BK9300]

Another good build underway!  Interested in how you're going to do the lift axle.

Edited November 9 by BK9300

[Jürgen M.]

I designed the basic lift axle.

There will be dampers added as well as backing plates and brakes.

It will be functional too, meaning it will swing up and down. If I can make it stop in the upper position due to the weight of the wheels I don't know yet.

[Jürgen M.]

Got the lift axle parts printed (second time around worked) and assembled:

During printing time I assembled a steering axle from box parts!

[Jürgen M.]

The chassis is taking shape:

 

Edited November 10 by Jürgen M.

[Rockford]

Going to be an interesting hybrid from you this. I like the lift axle mechanism and the steering linkage. Clever stuff. 

[Pete68]

Looks good 

[Gary Chastain]

Liking the progress, watching

[Jürgen M.]

Thanks guys!

The print quality especially of the smaller parts isn't that good but I'd say good enough. 

Here's a little mock-up to see the later position of the lift axle.

I might even slip it a bit more to the front.

Next will be steering box and other parts that need to be painted with the frame.

 

[Jürgen M.]

About ready for painting now:

With the fuel tanks resting in place:

Need to add front and rear brake drums, then primer!

Edited November 11 by Jürgen M.

[Jürgen M.]

Chassis is ready for painting.

Got the brake drums mounted and the lift axle works.

Not easy to see here but when the wheels are on it should be noticeable!

[Biggu]

Cool idea for sure.  And going along fast.  

[Gary Chastain]

Really like how you are modifying your front axle, and that’s a great representation of the lift axle. 

[Jürgen M.]

Thank you Gary! 

Quite a compliment from a pro like you! 

[Jürgen M.]

Got the chassis painted! 

 

[BK9300]

I like the colour you chose for your frame - looks a bit lighter than semi gloss black, and a bit more steel like.  What colour did you use?

[Jürgen M.]

It's called granite grey (Revell no. 68)

I like it too. It's easy to apply compared to others!

[Jürgen M.]

I began painting and assembling the engine.

The compressor seems to be shown upside down in the instructions (we know AMT instructions) but Jeff told me where to look and find a pic of the real thing. Thanks Pal! 👍 

Hope to finish the engine today after work.

I also replaced those little knobs on the hood which we're supposed to be hinges.

I made my own and modified the front end of the chassis for the tilting axle.

[Jürgen M.]

Got the engine finished and installed:

I also hooked up the steering to the steering box:

And it works:

 

 

[Jürgen M.]

I cut off the under body exhausts and made new pipes for upright stacks:

[Jürgen M.]

A first mock-up with the cab and hood:

[Jürgen M.]

Got the parts primered.

...and I designed the scrap container 

Still have to make the hydaulic stamp to raise the container!

[Gary Chastain]

Sure like where this going

[Biggu]

This is going to be really cool.  A very unique build. I like this.