Group build: Cargo trucks, backbone of the army!
I like it, always the need for a sauna in the desert....Pantherman
... a bit done this afternoon, ladder frame, and I just had to fiddle with a part by replacing it with brass. My addiction.
Frame already hauling some weight, getting them as true and square amd flat as possible from the getgo affects everything else from here on in... borrowed some calligraphy paper weights for the job.
Frame already hauling some weight, getting them as true and square amd flat as possible from the getgo affects everything else from here on in... borrowed some calligraphy paper weights for the job.
'nough said! Where's it at?!
G7107 Cargo truck
Stopping here.
After working on the Carretta, and its very hard and brittle 3D printed parts, cutting the grey Miniart plastic feels like firm new cheddar, all that is missing is the squeak!
So far the fit is good, not too much in the way of mould seams and mould alignment is good.
Again, I question the sprue attachment points, often in the middle of a surface when removal would've been easier if it were level with one part edge for a clean cut.
Stopping here.
After working on the Carretta, and its very hard and brittle 3D printed parts, cutting the grey Miniart plastic feels like firm new cheddar, all that is missing is the squeak!
So far the fit is good, not too much in the way of mould seams and mould alignment is good.
Again, I question the sprue attachment points, often in the middle of a surface when removal would've been easier if it were level with one part edge for a clean cut.
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Airborne01!
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Oh my gawd - I want one (or two)!
Steve
Steve
I've a Tamiya AMC 2.5t 6x6. Nice kit. I moved the tools to the back of the truck because I'm making a tarp and originally was having the tarp come down- would have covered the tools then I found some photos and realized… anyway it's done so I'm leaving it. Also moved the spare gas cans because mounting on the sideboards of the cab did not make any sense to me. I'm finishing up by working on a tarp and making straps for two of the cans.
Nice! How'd you make it?
The Deuce and a Half such an iconic truck!
I found a canvas bag at hobby lobby for $1.50 cut it to fit. I used super glue on edges so it wouldn't fray. Used super glue on spots where I drilled holes to run the tie downs through. Ended up painting it us dark green. I then made some straps and buckles so I could roll it half way up to show off the floor. That's not accurate but it works for me. I did look up the knots they would have used - 1/2 hitch so those are accurate.
Ok so wrapped this up today. I decided to roll the tarp up half way to show the bed deck. Made straps and buckles to hold the tarp- not accurate. Knots used would have been half hitch and my knots are accurate! Haha. Added some dust streaking and made straps for the gas cans. If you notice the spare is bald and I wore down two of the inside tires as well.
I have done a little more tonight. This kit just falls together, really impressed. Pantherman
Hey! Nice job on a classic!
The tarp and extra details bring it up a few notches!
Thanks for sharing it with us in our group build.
And impressive results; now to get that cargo in it!
...impressed with this engine: a little over half built!
Love finding references like this!
Love finding references like this!
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Sticky mat to the rescue!
..in the past, I'd only chance removing extra small parts one assembly at a time... it was just too easy to accidently brush one with my sleeve, or sneeze, etc... especially with my magnifying cheaters on, almost like blinders!
I was so excited when I saw this contraption on another thread, I didn't bother bookmarking the post, just went straight to Amazoony and ordered it!
So THANK YOU, @KINGSLUG !
I can leave the bench, turn off the light, and know that all those teeny parts will be there in the morning.
..in the past, I'd only chance removing extra small parts one assembly at a time... it was just too easy to accidently brush one with my sleeve, or sneeze, etc... especially with my magnifying cheaters on, almost like blinders!
I was so excited when I saw this contraption on another thread, I didn't bother bookmarking the post, just went straight to Amazoony and ordered it!
So THANK YOU, @KINGSLUG !
I can leave the bench, turn off the light, and know that all those teeny parts will be there in the morning.
Great job on the deuce and a half. I really like the wood in the back and the muddy tires.
Very clean build so far PM. You're gonna hafta get'er dirty
I agree, this time I might go for the lived in look. PM
You obviously don't have cats!Sticky mat to the rescue!
..in the past, I'd only chance removing extra small parts one assembly at a time... it was just too easy to accidently brush one with my sleeve, or sneeze, etc... especially with my magnifying cheaters on, almost like blinders!
I was so excited when I saw this contraption on another thread, I didn't bother bookmarking the post, just went straight to Amazoony and ordered it!
So THANK YOU, @KINGSLUG !
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I can leave the bench, turn off the light, and know that all those teeny parts will be there in the morning.
Ha, the mat would have to be a lot bigger!
Thanks. I'm working to get the wood down pat.
Bob T
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Not much done today. A little more suspension stuff, and opened up the exhaust pipe some. Needs a little more, but it's close.
Going to be slow the next few days. Family coming both Friday and Saturday, so time to clean house.
Going to be slow the next few days. Family coming both Friday and Saturday, so time to clean house.
Ready for gloss coat and decals then weathering (I gave in Tim). Pantherman
...rifles looking like proper billiard cues lined up in their rack!
Calling it a night, tired.
Some progress on sub assemblies, then I notice 6 pin marks on the frame; now I have to wait for the filler to set before sanding and continuing.
Some progress on sub assemblies, then I notice 6 pin marks on the frame; now I have to wait for the filler to set before sanding and continuing.
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Holy moly. Panther man is cruising. Looking nice too.
Very nice.
