BigBad Posted August 10, 2013 Posted August 10, 2013 Hi guys, I don't know about you, but after building my own AMT K123, it really bothers me that I can't find these parts elsewhere than in other rare and (now) expensive kits such as the Revell K100 Aerodyne and the ones in the AMT Aerodynes. Does someone make these items in the aftermarket? These handles are really distinctive on these trucks and a must have on later model K100s. At the same time, why not include the gullwing bumper, lower cab door handles and square headlight panels in a retro-fit kit? Anybody??
ap40rocktruck Posted August 10, 2013 Posted August 10, 2013 Well I have the gull wing bumper, never thought about casting the long double rail grab handles. I would lean towards casting the mounts & step cleat & using ally rod for the bars. As for the other bits, all good ideas. KFS has a nice set of plated PE slam locks. Ap40
BigBad Posted August 10, 2013 Author Posted August 10, 2013 Well I have the gull wing bumper, never thought about casting the long double rail grab handles. I would lean towards casting the mounts & step cleat & using ally rod for the bars. As for the other bits, all good ideas. KFS has a nice set of plated PE slam locks. Ap40 Yeah, casting the steps would be great, along with aluminum rod for the rail itself, but you still have to get the correct brackets to mount them to the cab. If someone decides to cast them as a whole, I'm sure he'll get some business. I have a set from my Revell K100, but I don't want to use them on another truck... There is tons of parts for Peterbilts and Macks, there might be some interest for retrofit parts for the K123 (probably more than some actually...)
Truck parts Posted August 10, 2013 Posted August 10, 2013 Count me in to order so if someone would cast me.
mistermodel Posted August 12, 2013 Posted August 12, 2013 don't forget the wider grill if you want to up date the amt cab. A totally new grill with shape much like a W900b would have to be done with "new" headlight panel
KJ790 Posted August 12, 2013 Posted August 12, 2013 I would buy a few sets for sure! I'm in the process of building a K100 and will be making my own handles/side steps. I have a few K100 builds planned and would need to make handles for each one.
KJ790 Posted September 18, 2013 Posted September 18, 2013 I drew a set up in CAD based off of a set I have from an AMT aerodyne kit. I am trying to get quotes from a few different 3D printing places. One place said if the quantity is large enough then the price goes down a little. Maybe we could get a group buy and get the price down a bit.
Jim B Posted September 18, 2013 Posted September 18, 2013 I might be interested in a set if the price was right.
KJ790 Posted September 18, 2013 Posted September 18, 2013 Right now the best price I have gotten is $25 per pair, which is pretty steep. I will keep contacting people to see what I can find.
Jim Whalen Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 (edited) Hi, These trucks were such as classic that I'm sure lots of people, including myself, would love to have parts to modify or improve their K-123 kits now that it is readily available again. There are so many ways you could build one that an enterprising aftermarket company could tap into - lets hope some do! Edited September 21, 2013 by Jim Whalen
ap40rocktruck Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 OK guys & gals, i have several sets and am willing to make & cast them in a pair. Others have mentioned the larger grille as well. anything else? I am looking at $12.00 a pair plus postage. PM or email me. Will build a mold next week & post photos. Ap40
ap40rocktruck Posted September 22, 2013 Posted September 22, 2013 Just for clarification, here are 2 images of both the wider grille & the grab rails from the AMT Aerodyne K-100 & the RoG VIT K-100 kits. IMHO, the RoG parts are the bits to run as the detail & accuracy is much greater than the AMT. Your opinions count, so lets here which you would prefer to have. Thanks, IMD
KJ790 Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 I agree, the RoG stuff looks more accurate.
Jim B Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 I guess the next logical question is how do you make them fit a 63" daycab?
ap40rocktruck Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 I guess the next logical question is how do you make them fit a 63" daycab? I guess the next logical question is how do you make them fit a 63" daycab? Jim, I will be glad to show you how to do just that this winter. Ap40
ap40rocktruck Posted September 23, 2013 Posted September 23, 2013 I agree, the RoG stuff looks more accurate. Good, I will also add in the short bar for above the drivers side door. Ap40
BigBad Posted September 23, 2013 Author Posted September 23, 2013 Yep, RoG looks better. Count me in for 2 sets Richard.
bismarck Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 (edited) Is it too late to get a set of the grab rails? I was so happy to see someone offering these, I didn't pay attention to the age of the post.... Edited February 12, 2014 by bismarck
ap40rocktruck Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Is it too late to get a set of the grab rails? I was so happy to see someone offering these, I didn't pay attention to the age of the post.... PM sent
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