C500 KW build -UPDATE

[cdntrucker]

8-)It's funny when you bring out a started project after a while and it's only then you find the mistakes.

"been at this a while"

I turfed the scratch cab, I am just not there yet , ...hey is that Pete cab on a KW... ?

Yes it is. I am going to "refit" to a KW .

It's a long way to the top (cab) from the ground, need to lower this unit above grade (frame) a couple inches, not quite proto right. I think I might be in trouble with the steering column as I might have the steer box to close to cab for a setback, I'll figure it out. ;D

That air tank is in the wrong spot, need to make room for the tracking bars, but you can not beat a rubber block suspension. (my design based on Hendrickson photos). You could say very "articulate".

I am rebuilding the front push/pull bumper.

The winch and tower is still a go. I need to talk to Dan (DMTW) about a transfer case setup.

In the near future, this is going to be a beefy KW C500 78-84 oilfield bedtruck.

If anyone has some pointers, please comment.

Kit pieces so far:

rear ends
steer axle
drive shaft U-joints
front leafs and trunnions
rear walking beams only
KW rad surrond from Alaskan Hauler? piece from swap meet grab bag?
butterfly hood from same?
six frame crossmembers.
Pete cab from trade on this forum

Made parts:

frame & couple crossmembers
rad front and louvers
rear suspension trunnions
all rubber block components and walking beam trunnion
all wheels and front tires cast with others originals
rear tires my castings
front fenders
front bumper
winch from Allen Smith, plumbing, accs, and structure by me


and lots more to come in future.









10-4 out

Glenn C.

[kammer007]

I know what's it like to let a project "sit". Sometimes it's good to get a breather than rush it just to get it done! Must say, I've always been a sucker for trucks from the patch.

Thanks for the post

Scott

[petesnowman]

good start, keep us updated. Love the oilfeild trucks too



Blake.

[9900ix]

Looks good soo far..

[MR. BIGGS]

Looking good Glen...
Look's like you got alot of resin goodie's for this one. Also Look's like you got your work cut out for you on this bad boy. Good luck and keep us posted on this build.

[cdntrucker]

Thanks all for the encouragment. I will update as this thing moves along.

It's only been 3 years since I started this, I am determined to finish it in 3 months. Three projects on the go now, CBP Ford L-Series, Low-Pro Pete (see pics, Pete gets a nosejob and in the strip tank),and this disaster . I will concentrate on the CBP, not sure what will be sideline.

petesnowman, can't wait to see your hot rod Pete. That tanker is over the top. I like orange.

9900ix, sure like your 352 COE. That was the first kit I ever built, however I think yours turned out way better than mine.

kammer007, you have agood eye for detail and it shows in your builds. The Gulf truck & prover is sweet.

Mr. Biggs, I like your style of building. You have a keen eye for how something should look before you even put a tool to it.

I grew up around oilfield trucks and equipment. I have no drawnup plans, I am just building from memory and how I believe it should look in the end. I might use a couple ref pics but thats it. I'm not trying to build a replica.

I guess that is what I like about the hobby. Build what you want, when you want....how you want.

10-4 out

GC

Nose Job


Slime Tank

[cdntrucker]

This is what I have been uo too lately.

Mockup to show how big this is going to be.

I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Late August to be finished,

Hope you all enjoy as much as me

[phoneguy]

Awesome!!

[Hop-a-long]

Very cool!

[petesnowman]

looking good

[MR. BIGGS]

X-2...Looking real good...
Keep up the good work.

[ultraliner9]

You sure have taken on a tough project. I hope all goes well.

I look forward to more pictures as you progress along.

Cheers

John

[cdntrucker]

Everyone, Thanks for checking out my post.

A good buddy just helped me out with a key compnent for the bedtruck..so that will shave alot of work and hope some time.