New member intro and some questions!

[awan]

Hello all, first off a little about me.

My name is Anthony, I go to school at the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY. I did not start out a car/truck modeler..I started modeling with aircraft and ships, which is still my main focus. However, recently, I began tossing the idea of doing a couple of model truck builds for another forum I am a part of - Armorama.com. It's an armor-themed group. The group build is to build a vehicle to be used in a post-apocalyptic 'race for survival' of sorts.

I've come up with two ideas for what I want to make, but having never touched a truck model let alone scratchbuilt one in my life...I'm here to seek your guidance and advice.

The first build I wanted to do is based on an International 4400 Crew Cab similar to this one: http://www.amickequipment.com/quicksale/MVC-708S.jpg . I really like the look of the truck overall. Reference pictures are not a problem, I've got a bunch already saved. However, obtaining parts has been a challenge - there exists a set for the cab (made by All Seasons Collectible Toys - http://sourkrautsmodeltrucks.com/?page_id=3&category=2&product_id=5 ), but it is OOP and I cannot locate one anywhere. Also, I'm not sure exactly where I could look to find wheels and tires to suit my reference pics.

The second build would be a GMC Topkick Crew Cab similar to this one: http://www.frankscustom.com/images/IMG_1737.JPG . Once again, I really like the look of the truck - Reference photos, are again, not the problem. I've found a kit for the cab (which will require modification, and again made by All Seasons Collectible Toys) - http://sourkrautsmodeltrucks.com/?page_id=3&category=2&product_id=28 but it is also OOP. And just as before, I'm not sure where to turn to find wheels/tires like the ones in that picture.

Finally, my experience lies mostly with aircraft..If someone would be so kind as to help me figure out which 'donor' kits, aftermarket sets I should get to obtain engines, transmissions, and misc mechanical details for these two trucks...I would be very grateful for any help.

Should there be a need to contact me, my email off-board is anthony.masterchief(at)gmail.com

Please let me know, any help is appreciated!

-Awan

Edited March 21, 2010 by awan

[Blake Rogers]

hey Anthony names blake welcome to the site i have a build going on right now that you might want to look at its post-apocalyptic!!! all the guys here are great and can help you out with any questions you want answered. heres the link to the build if you want to join let me know...

http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=25790&st=0

[disabled modeler]

Hi Anthony, Welcome to the forum!

[Jim B]

Welcome to the board, Anthony. I see that you're over at Armorama. Are you doing Hermon's (VonCuda) Group Build over on ModelGeek: End Of Days. Bob (Old-Dragon) is running a truck build over on AutoModeler: OTR.

As for your cabs, All Season Collectable Toys is run by Tim Sherman down in Binghamton, NY. You might be able to check with him directly. PM me, and I'll send you his phone number & email address. Or call or email Chris at Sourkraut. Sometimes he doesn't get a chance to update qualtities on his site.

If you really want an International 4400, you might want to check with Dave Carey over at Models by Dave. He's also a memner here.

Good luck with your builds, and have fun.

Edited March 21, 2010 by Jim B

[chuckyr]

Hello Anthony,

There has been some good advice posted on this thread. I also suggest you join the MTDG · Model Truck Discussions. Between that group and this one, you virtually have personal access to almost all the top model supplies in the world. A company named Jada offers a decent 1/24th scale diecast International 4400 roll off truck. It is not that expensive and can be used as a base for modification. I probably was used to cast the resin 4400 items any way.

[cargostar]

Tim Shermans was cast off of the DG Products cab. To me its a little big. The biggest complaint I've heard about it is the very sloppy fit of the interior. I haven't taken apart my Jada wrecker yet to take some measurement, but, it looks alot closer to correct.

I do have a NGV cab in the works, with the different series hoods, and an interior that fits.

Edited March 21, 2010 by cargostar

[awan]

hey Anthony names blake welcome to the site i have a build going on right now that you might want to look at its post-apocalyptic!!! all the guys here are great and can help you out with any questions you want answered. heres the link to the build if you want to join let me know...

http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=25790&st=0

I'll check that out sir. Thank you!

Hi Anthony, Welcome to the forum!

Thank you!

Welcome to the board, Anthony. I see that you're over at Armorama. Are you doing Hermon's (VonCuda) Group Build over on ModelGeek: End Of Days. Bob (Old-Dragon) is running a truck build over on AutoModeler: OTR.

As for your cabs, All Season Collectable Toys is run by Tim Sherman down in Binghamton, NY. You might be able to check with him directly. PM me, and I'll send you his phone number & email address. Or call or email Chris at Sourkraut. Sometimes he doesn't get a chance to update qualtities on his site.

If you really want an International 4400, you might want to check with Dave Carey over at Models by Dave. He's also a memner here.

Good luck with your builds, and have fun.

I'll send you a PM tonight. Thanks for the offer - I'd love to be able to get a couple copies of his stuff.

I looked at Dave's site you linked there and I didn't see a 4400, only a 4000.

[awan]

Welcome to the board, Anthony. I see that you're over at Armorama. Are you doing Hermon's (VonCuda) Group Build over on ModelGeek: End Of Days. Bob (Old-Dragon) is running a truck build over on AutoModeler: OTR.

As for your cabs, All Season Collectable Toys is run by Tim Sherman down in Binghamton, NY. You might be able to check with him directly. PM me, and I'll send you his phone number & email address. Or call or email Chris at Sourkraut. Sometimes he doesn't get a chance to update qualtities on his site.

If you really want an International 4400, you might want to check with Dave Carey over at Models by Dave. He's also a memner here.

Good luck with your builds, and have fun.

I'll send you a PM tonight. Thanks for the offer - I'd love to be able to get a couple copies of his stuff.

I looked at Dave's site you linked there and I didn't see a 4400, only a 4000.

Hello Anthony,

There has been some good advice posted on this thread. I also suggest you join the MTDG · Model Truck Discussions. Between that group and this one, you virtually have personal access to almost all the top model supplies in the world. A company named Jada offers a decent 1/24th scale diecast International 4400 roll off truck. It is not that expensive and can be used as a base for modification. I probably was used to cast the resin 4400 items any way.

I had a feeling the two might be related - I saw that diecast on Ebay when I was looking around for the cab I wanted. Also, I'll check out that discussion group you mentioned. Should be useful

Edited March 21, 2010 by awan

[awan]

Tim Shermans was cast off of the DG Products cab. To me its a little big. The biggest complaint I've heard about it is the very sloppy fit of the interior. I haven't taken apart my Jada wrecker yet to take some measurement, but, it looks alot closer to correct.

I do have a NGV cab in the works, with the different series hoods, and an interior that fits.

Ahh alright that confirms a few things. I saw that the Tim Sherman kit only contained very basic parts - the 'tub' seemed very basic and also wrongly detailed too. It's got a completely wrong dashboard and console set-up. However, that's all fairly easily rectified, but the exterior shapes of the cab aren't as easy.

By the way, what's "NGV"? Can you reveal any more details? Feel free to PM me if you'd like to!

Thanks guys!

-Awan