rnagle
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Post by rnagle on Sept 21, 2013 19:33:27 GMT -5
This project was started recently as a cbp on neighbouring forum, has been the only project I have made much progress on lately with modelling time being limited.  Based on photo seen on Hank's Truck Pictures, single drive Louisville tractor from the Kingsway fleet.   "Short Hauler" frame shortened, 6 spoke wheels fitted.  Kit engine used with manual transmission.  Air intake opened up, molded on door handles & wipers removed for replacement with freestanding parts. |
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rnagle
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Post by rnagle on Sept 21, 2013 19:51:58 GMT -5
 D shape fuel tanks made with half of kit tank, styrene sheet to build up rest of square portion, .010 styrene sheet wrapper.  Additional .010 styrene sheet layers built up as required, styrene strip & channel for bands.   Fastener details and air lines/wiring added to frame.  Firewall details built up from styrene strip & shapes.  Steerable wheels fitted, axle U bolts & shock absorbers added.  Freestanding window cranks, door pulls added. Manual transmission stick from "snap" Pete 359 kit. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2013 19:55:18 GMT -5
Amazing job as usual. I'll be watching this one with interest.
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Post by greasemonkey on Sept 21, 2013 21:29:57 GMT -5
That's a nice looking Ford. Nice detail on the chassis and interior. Can't wait to see more of this build.
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jbartley
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Post by jbartley on Sept 25, 2013 1:35:47 GMT -5
This is looking great so far.
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Post by thebrush56 on Sept 26, 2013 15:13:11 GMT -5
Another fine build coming up from you.
Graham.
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Post by gatormarcstaug on Sept 30, 2013 1:56:56 GMT -5
Robert,
Looks to me like you are off to a flying start on this one. I am sure you will do your usual job of of detailing and raising the bar!
Be Well
Gator
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groundhog
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Post by groundhog on Sept 30, 2013 10:31:59 GMT -5
great start!!! nice details!!! groundhog.
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rnagle
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Post by rnagle on Oct 2, 2013 21:34:47 GMT -5
Thanks guys, comparing kit bumper to 1:1 photo showed.......surprise.......it didn't match! (Kit bumper is actually correct for some Louisvilles, just not the one I chose to build.......   ) Kit part does provide a good starting point, .100 x .125 styrene strip laminated to bottom edge was rough cut then sanded to shape. Recessed area in centre was extended by milling with Dremel tool in drill press stand, this way kit bumper's oval slots could be retained. Fog light holes drilled & filed at outer ends of recessed area, bolt head details are from Tichy Train Group's selection of model railroad parts. Just inboard of passenger side fog light hole is section of 3/32" styrene rod glued into bumper, this is the very necessary Canadian feature of a block heater plug,square chrome lid will be attached after painting.  Back side showing block heater cord to engine.  |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 3, 2013 8:04:48 GMT -5
Nice job on the bumper. I always enjoy your work.
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Post by greasemonkey on Oct 3, 2013 10:39:47 GMT -5
Looking good. I like the block heater detail.
Jesse
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Post by greasemonkey on Oct 3, 2013 10:40:00 GMT -5
Looking good. I like the block heater detail.
Jesse
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rnagle
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Post by rnagle on Oct 4, 2013 21:43:39 GMT -5
Thanks guys, next piece of the puzzle was battery box. 1:1 photo shows different box than kit part, .060 styrene sheet for basic box with checkerplate lid made from "snap" W900 kit drive axle fender. 1/16" square brass tube mounting brackets, Plaskit resin latches.  |
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rnagle
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Post by rnagle on Oct 22, 2013 16:28:28 GMT -5
Quarter fenders are kit parts from leftovers box with all cast on detail removed & new freestanding parts made from 3/32" styrene tube, .040 rod and fastener details from Tichy Train Group. .010 black styrene represents the rubber flap portion which seals against trailer.  |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 22, 2013 17:11:51 GMT -5
You sure do put a lot of detail into your models. Very well done.
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) Kit part does provide a good starting point, .100 x .125 styrene strip laminated to bottom edge was rough cut then sanded to shape. Recessed area in centre was extended by milling with Dremel tool in drill press stand, this way kit bumper's oval slots could be retained. Fog light holes drilled & filed at outer ends of recessed area, bolt head details are from Tichy Train Group's selection of model railroad parts. Just inboard of passenger side fog light hole is section of 3/32" styrene rod glued into bumper, this is the very necessary Canadian feature of a block heater plug,square chrome lid will be attached after painting.