Custom Pete

[rssschris]

I am starting a custom Peterbilt 359 using a mint "Midnight Express " kit. I am wanting to add chrome parts to the engine & chassis. I know that some of the AMT Petes & KWs had chrome parts & was wondering , would it be better to trade & kitbash or send the original parts off for chroming ? I want the parts to fit without alot of modifying.

Thanks, Chris

[Ben]

Hey Chris you could also paint the parts with various shades of Alclad for a more realistic look. In any case, I would suggest removing all the chrome parts you intend to use from the trees (sprues), clean them up, soak them in bleach, Westly's Bleach White or oven cleaner to remove all the chrome.

From there you can paint or replate them.

[Jason]

Just my opinion but I like the photoetch pieces from www.sourkrautsmodeltrucks.com (from KFS) They add a very nice "custom" look if done correctly, they have a few options as far as hood emblems (flames etc.) and a very nice bottom lightbar with add in lights. also a few other items you may like. these require virtually zero modification and have a nice end result. there are also the photoetch stacks with the peterbilt logo as well as plain. sourkraut has tons of awesome custom parts to make your pete look awesome! most of his parts come with instructions to help you out. very helpful if you are new to resin products.

Thanks

Jason