359 PETE UPDATE 4/10/11

[truckman1981]

This is my current project. It is the Revell Germany 359 with the 36 inch sleeper cut off of the Revell Snap Pete. I chose that sleeper becuase I like the looks of that 36 inch on a 359 just really reminds me of those classic Petes, also the Revell snap sleeper is more accurate to the style versus the Amt Pete sleeper with the incorrect flat box top roof. Also gives this truck the look of a longer wheelbase.

Edited April 10, 2011 by truckman1981

[truckman1981]

Also Going to add the 3406 Cat out of the snap kit it looks really nice fits pretty good to probably will have to modify the exhaust and intake tubes a little but I think I can make it work. Gotta love them CATS!!

Edited December 30, 2010 by truckman1981

[truckman1981]

Here are the colors I plan to use Dupli Color black met. cab and Duplicolor Chevy orange for the frame. I sprayed some unused parts to test the colors and my polishing technique that I have learned on here from Tim. I was very pleased with the results as you can see the reflection of the truck wheel in the part. Thanks Tim!!

Edited December 30, 2010 by truckman1981

[truckman1981]

Here are the awesome winslow stripes I plan to use from Jerry at Modeltruckin.com. These are Great. Thanks Jerry!!

Edited December 30, 2010 by truckman1981

[cowboysevens]

thats gonna be a fine lookin 359, ive said it before and ill say it again..... the pete 359 is the best lookin conventional ever made!

dennis

[highway]

I can't wait to see this one, Chris.

ive said it before and ill say it again..... the pete 359 is the best lookin conventional ever made!

dennis

Yeah Dennis, unless you're a Freightliner fan like me!!!

[Mr mopar]

My all time fav stripes.

[mackinac359]

You're off to a great start. The dark background with the light stripes will look nice.

Tim

[truckman1981]

Thanks everyone I hope this one turns out good I have been putting alot of thought into it. I got some extras for it i have a set of Vortox aircleaners from a Bill Signs kit and ordered a set of chrome metal square air horns and KFS stack kit from Saurkraut. Thanks again Tim for the tips on polishing paint for these.

You're off to a great start. The dark background with the light stripes will look nice.

Tim

Edited December 31, 2010 by truckman1981

[truckman1981]

A few updates since the forum has been down. I got the body work done on the back of the sleeper. I filled the interior tab holes that are in the back of the sleeper from the snap Pete cut off the steps awhile back and primed sanded and sealed . I also painted the frame and the Cat but still need to paint the main drive shaft and two airtanks and the 5th wheel assy. and detail the engine by painting belts hoses and turbo and doing the plumbing.I just stuck the motor in to give you all an idea of how it was coming together.

Thanks

Chris.

Thanks everyone I hope this one turns out good I have been putting alot of thought into it. I got some extras for it i have a set of Vortox aircleaners from a Bill Signs kit and ordered a set of chrome metal square air horns and KFS stack kit from Saurkraut. Thanks again Tim for the tips on polishing paint for these.

[truckman1981]

Here are some update photos. I still have to polish the paint and add stripes on the fenders and slear coat them. I just mocked up the truck wtih the factory stacks and bumper but wll be using a photo etched stack kit and a polished Texas bumper. I have the interior left to do along with plumbing on the engine an chassis and then on to the detail items.

[highway]

NICE!

[Missing in Action]

Hey Chris!! This is gonna be a sharp truck when it's done,SHOOOOOT, It's sharp now!!! Keep up yhe good work!!! Roy

[mackinac359]

Winslow stripes rule!

Tim

[Jim B]

You painted the Winslow stripes? I'm impressed. I like the Winslow stripes, too.

[truckman1981]

Hi Jim,

Actually these stripes are from Jerry at modeltruckin. Thanks

You painted the Winslow stripes? I'm impressed. I like the Winslow stripes, too.

[Jim B]

Still impressed. I like your choice of colors.

[truckman1981]

Thanks Jim i appreciate it. Also thanks to Matt ,Roy,and Tim For your compliments I am lookin forward to gettin this on done.

Still impressed. I like your choice of colors.

[cowboysevens]

the 3 5 9 and winslow stripes, wooooo hooooo!!! this is an awesome truck and i cant wait to see it finished

[SpreadAxle]

That is outstanding!!! I love the paintjob.

[truckman1981]

Thanks Guys!!!

That is outstanding!!! I love the paintjob.

[truckman1981]

Well guys here it is I had about 10 free hours yesterday and got alot accomplished. I still have some detailing to do the motor is just sitting in there and I Need to make my Deck plate and Texas bumper. The stock bumper is on just for looks it is better than nothing! I still have things like headlight lenses and wipers and I have a set of Vortox air cleaners from a Bill Signs Kit but we all know about the chrome problem yea it rubbed off!! I am going to get Allclad Chrome and spray them but hay I cant complain I like lookin at it now. . Thanks again for everyones interest in this build it pushes me to do my best ad really put alot into it especially this being my first build in almost 5 years. I haven't decided on what to go behind it yet Possibly a Reefer or a Bull Wagon suggestions anyone??

Thanks

Chris.

Edited April 10, 2011 by truckman1981

[truckman1981]

I know it is not finished but i had to get some outside light pics.

B)

[chuckyr]

Is that a paint job?

[highway]

Nice job, Chris.