1986 Peterbilt 359 with Winslow Stripes

[Jim B]

I've attached (5) pictures of my completed Revell Snap Peterbilt 359 with Jbot Winslow stripes. I think it came out alright. It's no contest winner by any stretch of the immagination, but I like it and I guess that's what counts.

This model represents several of firsts:

First truck model since 1986 (kind of ironic, isn't it?)

First completed model since 1992

First detailed engine

First use of BMF

First use of aftermarket decals

Enjoy the pics!

[SpreadAxle]

Very nice work Jim. I've been curious to see this one finished. Welcome back to truck modeling.

[Jim B]

I it my immagination, or did the pictures disapear?

[Brinx]

Jim, the pics are there and they look good!

Welcome back to the hobby!

[SpreadAxle]

Jim the pix are there. If you're getting just a box with an x in the left corner. sign out and try again. That happened to me last night, only with my posts though. Strange

[Old Albion]

Jim,

This looks great. I like the interior colour works well with the white and the stripes. I notice you have BMF around the windshield. How do you do this? I've always wondered how its done. The stripes look delicate. I'm a bit heavy handed so I've always avoided them. Your work is of a good standard and something to be proud of. The first one back after such a long time away is always the most difficult but you soon get the hang of it.

[pete359driver]

looks great!!! i always loved the winslow stripes, they just have "the look" 8) .

[Jim B]

Ray: Must be the firewall I have on this computer. After a little while, they popped right up. Strange.

Dave: the BMF around the windshield is actually there to hide errors with the Tamiya Pear White. I had some overspray with the red interior color, and after two cans (yes, two cans) of Pearl White it was still there, so I cut 1/16" strips of BMF and outlined the windshield. Took about 7 pieces. The center piece is wider that the rim (about 1/8"). That's also BMF on the air intake tube & the air cleaner straps.

The Jbot stripes do look good don't they, but are EXTREAMLY thin! After many precautions, they still shreaded on me. In fact the last stripe I put on was the right side of the hood, and as I was putting it on it self distructed! It went from one nice piece to about five! Also, as I was putting the stacks on the right side, the stripes on the left side were crumbling off the model on my fingers! More clear coat (and some spare stripes fixed that!). Would I purchase from Jbot again? Absolutely! The quality is bar none. I just have to get better at working with them.

Greg: Your truck was the insperation for the interior. Thank you very much. Oxblood Red is very cool! I saw the Winslow Stripes on Tim's Website, and they had to go on this truck! They just say "Peterbilt", don't they?

Mike: Glad to be back.

Build #2 is a Ford LN8000 Ryder Delivery truck (yellow), and Build #3 is a GMC General tractor in black/grey/white. Both are on the workbench right now.

Thanks for all the comments, and I'll get some Ford & GMC pictures up when they're done.

[SpreadAxle]

I am a fan of the Winslow stripes. I always have been. I wanted a set for my last truck, but I'm very picky about who paints my truck, so it never got them. I have a set of 2 tone blue and silver Winslow stripes waiting for me to pick out a kit for them. I love JBOT's work, but I'm concerned about the delicateness of the stripes. I know Tim had an additional hint or two with these. Very nice job though.

[SpreadAxle]

I forgot to ask, what color did you use to simulate the oxblood red. I'm trying to compile a list of interior colors and their appropriate model paint matches. Looks like you picked a close match here.

[Jim B]

There's no direct answer. The seats are Testors Dark Red enamel brush. The "bucket" is Testors Dark Red gloss enamel brush over Testors Dark Red acril brush (which looks orange). The cab interior is Testors Dark Red gloss spray over Testors Flat Balck spray. The dash is Tamiya Semi-gloss balck with Gloss Brown "wood" with semi-gloss black & silver instruments. The shifter is semi-gloss black. The door handle is BMF.

The stripes are very delicate. Did I mention that? If you're careful, and follow Tim's advice you should be fine.

[SpreadAxle]

I know in another post Tim mentions some extra precautions to take, but I can't remember what he said. I know he warned of them being very delicate.

[Jim B]

Ray,

This is what Tim said about Jbot decals in an earlier update on this truck:

"Regarding JBOT decals, especially the larger stripes, I suggest buying some Microscale Decal Film and coat the decals with the film prior to applying to the cab. This will 'thicken' the decals just a bit so that you have a little more time to work with them and get them into position without cracking or breaking. JBOT's decals are finely printing and don't take kindly to a lot of repositioning.

Tim"

Also, remember to spray them a couple of times with Tamiya Clear! And use plenty of water on the truck.

[Guest Anthony Oteri]

Did you add a drop or two of dishwashing soap in the water :?: It will help slide the decal around so you can adjust it in to posistion. :roll:

[SpreadAxle]

thanks for sharing that tip Anthony. I'll remember that one.

[Guest Anthony Oteri]

It wasn't meant to be a tip, just a "reminder". The soap in the water trick has been around as long as I have been building models. The point being don't try to build beyond your ability. Build to the fullest extent of your ability before going on to the next level. The price of aftermarket decals and other accesiories such as resin and photo etch should be a deterent to a builder who can't use them properly. Start slow and move up gradually. There is more satisfaction in a good box stock build than there is in a poorly built super detailed model. Engine detailing, brake detailing,aftermarket goodies and such are a waste of time and MONEY if you don't know how to use them. Don't bite off more than you can chew!!!

[SpreadAxle]

I totally agree with you Anthony. I honestly never heard of the soapy water trick. I have heard that Jbot decals seem to be more delicate than most, and with me having 2 sets myself, I don't want to ruin them. They are too nice.

[dptydawg]

I fiind that with Jbot decals being so thin that a coat of Future sprayed or brushed on to it gives more strength to the film.

Thanks

Carl

[mackinac359]

She's a beauty!

Tim

[Jim B]

Thanks, Tim.