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Post by Bri on Jan 11, 2010 15:21:05 GMT -5
Here is the low-down on our first Community Build Project for 2010. Here you'll find what is and isn't allowed, deadlines, etc.
Our 1st build is our "Fleet Build". All models entered in this CBP MUST be painted in the new "Official" colors of The Truckstop Forums. Those colors are blue and silver. We will list the actual blue and silver colors on 1/12/2010 so check back then.
What's eligible? Simple. ANY commercial model. That means everythingfrom pickups to construction equipment and everything in between is eligible for this build. We want to see as many forum members participate in this build as possible. You can build big rigs, straight trucks, backhoes, service vehicles, whatever your heart desires. Basically, if the 1:1 vehicle would carry a commercial registration, then it's eligible for this build. These builds can be box stock or fully detailed. that choice is up to the builder.
When's the completion deadline? This build is going to go all year. This way those joining the forums throughout the year will be eligible to jump in and join the fun. Start date is NOW, so get busy!!!
That pretty much covers everything so we hope everyone jumps in and has fun with this. I will be adding in-progress sections on 1/12, so stay tuned for that addition. any questions, please ask!!!
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Post by bitner1970 on Jan 11, 2010 16:10:47 GMT -5
Cool, count me in. Now that it's stopped shaking here in Eureka.
Cheers:
Bill
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Post by plastictrucker on Jan 11, 2010 17:36:34 GMT -5
I'm in.What to build- a shunt truck,wrecker,service truck,city PD, long haul, O/O,company,or a straight truck.Will be fun,hope to get lots of participants.
Now we need art work for decals,any one
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Post by englishdave on Jan 11, 2010 18:04:30 GMT -5
ok iam in too probably scania or daf xf105 for me i might bite the bullet a do a american truckor a volvo vn we will see
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Post by kenworthdragon1 on Jan 11, 2010 18:05:07 GMT -5
cool im in for this one although it may be a late start as i want to get a italeri superliner for this one and gotta finsh some of the ones i got going  travis l |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 11, 2010 20:39:26 GMT -5
Well, I'm in! I have a GMC Astro that I was going to turn into a single axle daycab anyway, or a Kenworth T600 on the bench and I have no idea how I'm going to paint it.
Englishdave, I think a Scania or the DAF XF105 will be great for our European Branch.
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Post by thumper on Jan 12, 2010 7:46:31 GMT -5
I'm in... I'll be assigned to TSF truck # 601... Not exactly sure what the truck will be... either a Pete 378 , a Chevy Titan or a older Freightliner DD.. but I'm in. Having a whole year darn sure helps as the new 2010 modeling budget is still being hammered out and awaiting approval.  |
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Post by rabbit1212 on Jan 12, 2010 10:24:41 GMT -5
I'm thinking this might be a good one for the KW W900 Wrecker? Have we decide on the actual TSF name? This could get tagged as Terribly Slow Freight ya all know that right? ;D The only reason I bring that silly remark up is because when I was a Shipping & Receiving manager many years ago I nick named Consolidated Freight "Crushed Freight" because half my shipments bit the dust! I changed to Roadway and Estes pretty soon after the 10th damage claim!!!!!  Lets get building guys!!!!! Paulie |
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Post by Bri on Jan 12, 2010 17:09:58 GMT -5
My first project will be the old Peterbilt Wrecker from AMT. We need a wrecker to haul any disabled company trucks back to the terminal for maintenance so I'm going to start there.
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Post by thumper on Jan 12, 2010 17:16:17 GMT -5
Do we have a basic idea for Fleet paint schemes.. or are we just using the colors.. and the scheme is up to the builder?
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Post by Bri on Jan 12, 2010 17:21:25 GMT -5
My line of thinking is, if the builder is going with a fleet truck, then a universal design such as silver fenders and blue hood and cab would work for conventionals and possibly a blue lower portion and silver cab for cabovers? Again, let's try to keep the designs simple so there isn't a ton of masking and crazy designs that need to be duplicated. Thoughts?  |
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Post by dieseldoc on Jan 12, 2010 17:27:36 GMT -5
Again, let's try to keep the designs simple so there isn't a ton of masking and crazy designs that need to be duplicated. Thoughts? Come on Brian..... ???Where is your sence of adventure ;D ;D |
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Post by Bri on Jan 12, 2010 17:29:53 GMT -5
Again, let's try to keep the designs simple so there isn't a ton of masking and crazy designs that need to be duplicated. Thoughts? Come on Brian..... ???Where is your sence of adventure ;D ;D My sense of adventure went right out the window when my airbrush gave up the ghost!  Not enough money right now in budget to invest in a new one unfortunately. Otherwise I'd be all over it!!!!   |
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Post by thumper on Jan 12, 2010 17:31:32 GMT -5
I sorta had something like this in mind for my truck... If I used the Titan  Sorta bulletproof if you get my drift I like the look of this old work horse... Don't really know why... Just kinda spoke to me... |
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Post by Bri on Jan 12, 2010 17:35:10 GMT -5
Are you looking at a blue cab with silver stripe or vice versa?
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Not enough money right now in budget to invest in a new one unfortunately. Otherwise I'd be all over it!!!! 
