rnagle
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Post by rnagle on Jun 13, 2011 18:24:33 GMT -5
Been working away at a 1/25 replica of this classic New England tractor, short nose (92" BBC) Road Boss. Photo from Kim Loeb's collection on Hank's Truck Pictures:  Something of a "Heinz 57" project, in addition to the basic Road Boss kit parts from other kits include: AMT mack R battery boxes, Titan/90 front wheels, non-turbo Cummins & trans from White Freightliner DD, rear axle/springs from Ford LN. Fifth wheel from Dodge L700 kit, quarter fenders from Transtar 4300 (with a bit of rework):   1/2" styrene tube formed the basis for air cleaner:  |
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Post by rnagle on Jun 13, 2011 18:26:39 GMT -5
Kit dash reworked slightly, .040 styrene sheet doghouse:  Interior complete except for stick at this point:  Slowly getting there, still a lot of finish work to do yet though!  |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 13, 2011 19:42:21 GMT -5
Looking really nice! This has given me some ideas for my short-nosed Road Boss. Attachments:
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fleming49
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Post by fleming49 on Jun 13, 2011 20:05:34 GMT -5
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rnagle
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Post by rnagle on Jun 14, 2011 4:21:11 GMT -5
Both that tanker rig and the scene would make superb models! Interesting variety of cars in parking lot, not to mention a classic American service station.
Twin stacks on this "Boss" - Detroit powered?
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Post by crackerboxkid on Jun 14, 2011 5:53:17 GMT -5
Now THAT is a great idea! 'Never thought about shortening one of those up to make a typical short-haul rig like the one you're building! VERY NICE WORK!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2011 7:18:48 GMT -5
It's possible that there's an 8V71 under there, but I'm not sure. This is the only photo I have of it, and I got it off of Hank's. I know the hood is shorter than the kits, but I'm not sure how short. Looks like you're doing a 92" BBC, and the kit is a 122" BBC. Mine might be a 108" BBC, but, again, I'm not sure. It's hard to tell as it's not a very clear photo.
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Post by gatormarcstaug on Jun 14, 2011 12:56:03 GMT -5
That is a cool project. I will be watching this to see what you do with it!
Gator
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rnagle
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Post by rnagle on Jun 27, 2011 19:08:45 GMT -5
"Weedburner" exhaust made from styrene tube & strip, exhaust pipe from kit sprue, aluminum tube tailpipe.  "Pop-off" marker lights often seen on Whites of this era made using AMT's kit lenses on .015 styrene disk (made with Micro-Mark minature punch set) painted black. Testors clear parts cement used for assembly & attachment to cab roof.   |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 27, 2011 20:05:02 GMT -5
Coming along really nicely.
Penn Yan Express used to run short nosed Brockways with weedburner exhausts. Apparently the owner didn't like dirty trailers.
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Arnd
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Post by Arnd on Jun 28, 2011 0:38:32 GMT -5
Hi
nice work on that littel one all the details look grate on that truck. especially the under frame exaust gives him a special look. by the way do you have any broshures for that White or are you building it just out of your mind? I have to start my one in the next days but I do not find any information especially on that short nose whites, that is why I am asking.
so long Arnd
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rnagle
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Post by rnagle on Jun 28, 2011 16:56:33 GMT -5
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Post by -DJVG- on Jul 4, 2011 3:37:28 GMT -5
Thats a cool little rig, ive never seen a short nose road boss before. Nice work on the model too, awsome detail and build quality. Can you give me some pointers on bending aluminium pipe like you did on your tail pipe, ive tried a couple of things but didnt turn out as good as yours, Cheers
Dan
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pat
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w/model kw 1982model i drove 2up between perth & kunnanura. 120tonne of prawns on board
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Post by pat on Jul 4, 2011 3:49:44 GMT -5
that looks great it makes my efforts look bad.
pat
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spadvii
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Post by spadvii on Jul 4, 2011 11:52:17 GMT -5
Thats looking great! A nice fleet livery.
Randy
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