Another dump box variation

[RCP57]

I was asked a few days ago about building a custom dump box. This is not an unusual request for me to hear but it is a style I haven't built before until now. Anyway, we did some talking back and forth about some things that might need to be changed slightly to work in the mini world and yesterday I got to work!

This is the truck that I am helping to recreate...

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/RCP%20shop/7240804_orig_zpsdiqgr8is.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/RCP%20shop/7240804_orig_zpsdiqgr8is.jpg.html)

After two days in the shop, this is what I have so far. Not much I guess.lol These things take time...

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/RCP%20shop/IMG_7166_zpsy7ommrlx.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/RCP%20shop/IMG_7166_zpsy7ommrlx.jpg.html)
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[bigford]

that's a jersey dumper. I was trying to get rob some good pics all winter long.
that truck was as quick as a beaver on ice every time I got the camera he was gone

[RCP57]

that's a jersey dumper. I was trying to get rob some good pics all winter long.
that truck was as quick as a beaver on ice every time I got the camera he was gone

Those beavers, they can be pretty slick sometimes. Even without ice.

Rob sent me a couple of pictures and a video a couple of days back. I just searched for more pictures tonight and it looks like there are a number of them out there. It should be a pretty cool looking little rig when it's finished. It's interesting for me to do something a bit different but not so much that it's a pain. Super cool that it is going to the UK too!

[bigford]

So now we can call you world wide box builder Australia,UK and USA

[RCP57]

So now we can call you world wide box builder Australia,UK and USA

Haha, don't forget Switzerland, Belgium, and Canada eh! RCP's is taking over at a snails pace! Watch out world!:p

Rob said that you and Mario had recommended me as a builder so thanks for that.

[bigford]

yeah buddy made him join the forum as you only build box's for us LOL!!!

[Northern Farmer]

Keeping an eye on this build. Looks interesting!

[Anyspy]

Looking a cool build Reg
Can't wait to see it

[RCP57]

yeah buddy made him join the forum as you only build box's for us LOL!!!

Haha. I was trying to get an email address to give him on YouTube but my providers site had a glitch and froze the email I wanted. I had to phone them and then it took 3 days to sort it out. By that time Rob was on here.lol

Keeping an eye on this build. Looks interesting!

It's a little different but not enough to cause more grey hair...yet.

Looking a cool build Reg
Can't wait to see it

Glad you like it Rob. I hope to get some more hours in on it today!

[egronvold]

Nice! Always good with a new challenge from time to time.

[RCP57]

Not a lot of progress today but I did get the lower brace mounted, a little welding done underneath and the ladders welded up.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/RCP%20shop/IMG_7168_zpst6puvvyf.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/RCP%20shop/IMG_7168_zpst6puvvyf.jpg.html)
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Reg

[Lost_ Frequency]

Oh man I love where this is going!

[Anyspy]

Ladders looking good Reg

[RCP57]

I'm making good progress on this today so check back in later for an update Rob(or I guess early tomorrow for you;)). I'm glad you like the ladders. I think they look good too.:cool:

[bigford]

Reg makes the best ladders

[Bo Wallen]

Reg makes the best ladders


Reg The New David LadderMan :lol:

[RCP57]

Jackasses....:lol::lol::lol:

[mcl fabrication]

Hey Reg what's the number's $$ on a box such as that.

[RCP57]

Since I haven't built one like this before, we agreed on $1000US including the tarp($850-complete box, $150-tarp). As always, shipping is on top of that. I'm about 22hrs into the setup now and I'm only about half way. I have 7hrs just in the rear section/tailgate and it isn't done yet.lol If I do another one I may need to ask a little more but we'll see. It isn't finished yet...

Pictures of todays progress coming soon!

[Bo Wallen]

Crunch Crunch Popcorn I'm Ready for it ! Let's have a look.

[RCP57]

Here you go Bo. So far there are 22 different pieces in this box not including the ladders or lift assembly. 8 more pieces to bend and or machine and the tailgate should work!:eek: I think it looks good so far though.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/RCP%20shop/IMG_7174_zpsyiqe9qia.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/RCP%20shop/IMG_7174_zpsyiqe9qia.jpg.html)
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[bigford]

we agreed on $1000US including the tarp($850-complete box, $150-tarp).

WAY more then far for those ladders

[mcl fabrication]

Since I haven't built one like this before, we agreed on $1000US including the tarp($850-complete box, $150-tarp). As always, shipping is on top of that. I'm about 22hrs into the setup now and I'm only about half way. I have 7hrs just in the rear section/tailgate and it isn't done yet.lol If I do another one I may need to ask a little more but we'll see. It isn't finished yet...

Pictures of todays progress coming soon!By the looks of Mark's trailer I say it's going to be worth every penny of that. And how will you be mechanizing the lift gate?

[Anyspy]

This is a well cool build
And good to follow pictures off the buid Reg

[RCP57]

By the looks of Mark's trailer I say it's going to be worth every penny of that. And how will you be mechanizing the lift gate?

I'm just going to make it have a regular style tailgate so it will just be mechanical.

This is a well cool build
And good to follow pictures off the buid Reg

So I'm doing OK with it so far? I was able to lop off 3/8" on the back end yesterday before welding on all of the goodies. I was sweating a little when making the cuts but it all turned out fine and in the end it will look better with less overhang.

[Lost_ Frequency]

Fun-kin awesome!!!

[Northern Farmer]

Sweet! Lovin' that a$$

[RCP57]

It's got some nice "curves".lol

[Anyspy]

Very nice curves lol

[RCP57]

Butt flap installed and daydreaming about tail lights...

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/RCP%20shop/IMG_7175_zps6hb9vtzl.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/RCP%20shop/IMG_7175_zps6hb9vtzl.jpg.html)
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Reg

[RCP57]

A little update. The front is really tall on this one because it will be using a custom KW cab. The modified cab is 147mm tall from frame rail to roof. I believe a stock king is about 120mm. Anyway, here it is.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/RCP%20shop/IMG_7180_zpsg25lc0hl.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/RCP%20shop/IMG_7180_zpsg25lc0hl.jpg.html)
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[bigford]

the 1:1 looks like it was painted 69 camaro hugger orange.

[RCP57]

the 1:1 looks like it was painted 69 camaro hugger orange.

Rob said it's a Ford orange but I know the powder coater won't have the exact color. I think they have an orange that's close though.

[Anyspy]

Looking good now Reg

[RCP57]

Here's another update. I had hoped to have it done today but it was not meant to be. Things always take much longer than anticipated it seems but it is getting close.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/RCP%20shop/IMG_7198_zpslm1rw5xc.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/RCP%20shop/IMG_7198_zpslm1rw5xc.jpg.html)
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Reg

[bigford]

that looks great. are you going to make a cover for the tarp drive?

[RCP57]

Thanks Mark. I kind of thought I would try to make up a cover for it but I guess some are belt drive. What do you think? Yes/no?

[Anyspy]

Looking Good with tarp on
Yes needs a little cover over tarp drive

[RCP57]

Cover is made. All parts are torn down, washed and headed for coating. Fingers crossed the orange they have is close enough!

[Doggy]

Your trailers makes me want to change my tig for acdc tig:D

[Anyspy]

Fingers are crossed

[RCP57]

Well it's there and should be back early next week. Just like I figured there is no perfect match in powder coat. yellows, orange, REALLY ORANGE or fluorescent orange where the choices. Oh well, worst comes to worst you can always paint over it in the perfect shade and you will have a killer undercoat!

[bigford]

that was what I told phil powder coat it white then paint it what ever color orange rob wants. sick minds think alike

[RCP57]

I tried to talk Rob into having it done black and using the powder coat for the black stripes. No dice, though. I hope the closest color orange they have is close enough!:eek:

Yes, sick minds do think alike.:D:cool:

[RCP57]

Got a surprise call from the powder coater today. She's almost ready to make a long trip!

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[bigford]

are the bottom two pics bleached out or is the box darker like the top pics?

[RCP57]

The pics from inside the shop show the color best. I think the middle ones make it look more orange than it is but :confused: Bottom pics are definitely bleached out. The next orange they had looked like a Stihl chainsaw and then fluorescent orange.

[mcl fabrication]

No matter what color you paint it, you cant cover up good workmanship. You could have painted it lilac and still a great build.

[bigford]

You could have painted it lilac

Well we know what color he wants his fleet to be!!!

[Anyspy]

Looks the dogs to me
Rear lights have turned up from boneyard for it
Just need all other bits now axles think I will get lesu gear for the buid

[RCP57]

Don't forget that if you use aftermarket suspension you will have to mod or make your own prop rod mount.

[Philberg]

Looking great , Now I have to paint the cab to match lol.

[Northern Farmer]

Outstanding work as always Reg. That looks spot on!

[RCP57]

Looking great , Now I have to paint the cab to match lol.

I had two small pieces of metal coated for you to use a test panels. Hopefully you get get it matched up without too much grief.

[bigford]

phil likes grief, he's my friend after all LOL!!!

[RCP57]

Well I guess he and I have something in common then... your grief...:rolleyes:

[Philberg]

Yep I've had plenty of grief from these 2 friends lol. Will get a match mixed and hopefully do all your hard work justice with a cab to match your awesome bodywork

[RCP57]

Yep I've had plenty of grief from these 2 friends lol. Will get a match mixed and hopefully do all your hard work justice with a cab to match your awesome bodywork

Haha. Well it left my hands today so hopefully it will cross the pond safely in a weeks time. I look forward to seeing this one finished up!

[Kausekaos]

That's a sweet looking dump box.

[ScottLay]

That is one sweet dump box.
How much is this version? I'm starting to build a Grand hauler and making it into a tri-axle dump. This is the exact style body I'm looking for.

[Kausekaos]

That is one sweet dump box.
How much is this version? I'm starting to build a Grand hauler and making it into a tri-axle dump. This is the exact style body I'm looking for.

That's what I originally wanted but went with a Half round on my triaxle grand.

[ScottLay]

That's what I originally wanted but went with a Half round on my triaxle grand.

It's actually the same style body that the real truck I drive has.

[RCP57]

I believe it was $1000USD plus shipping for the setup. Send me a pm if you'd like to talk about it.

Reg

[ScottLay]

Just a reminder this is the one I'd like to get. Thanks Reg.

[RCP57]

Well it seems like it's been forever but I finally have this one finished up. Turned out looking pretty cool I think.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/RCP%20shop/IMG_9267_zpsn3fisgjy.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/RCP%20shop/IMG_9267_zpsn3fisgjy.jpg.html)
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