RCP57's first King...

[RCP57]

.....The trouble begins... About a month ago I was approached by one of our members to possibly "return a favour" and build a dump box for them. I had been pondering the idea of building a box for my Bruder Mack conversion and this was the kick I needed to get started. I started out by making up some press plates to bend the sides and used a brake to make the other pieces. It all came together quickly and I found myself in need of a truck so that I could get a feel for what it should look like on a King. I had been looking locally with no luck and was going to borrow a truck from Chaseracer(Jason) to get things started. I knew that a good friend of Jason's had a truck that was partially assembled but hadn't been touched in a long time so I asked(maybe begged) him to call and ask if it was for sale. Anyway to keep a long story from getting longer I was able to work out a deal and get myself a KH!

The truck has a 85 turn motor, high torque servos and aftermarket tires but that's about it. I still need a few things to get it up and running but all in good time.

Once I had the truck I figured I should build myself a dump box as well...Then I thought why not make three, or four or...

After all that BS here is my basically stock, non running KH and some dumps...

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2491_zps0f5ee639.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2491_zps0f5ee639.jpg.html)
Not much size difference hey?:D
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2524_zpsd5ba9cc1.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2524_zpsd5ba9cc1.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2593_zps869daa4e.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2593_zps869daa4e.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2594_zps1d1956b0.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2594_zps1d1956b0.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2596_zps1a50105e.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2596_zps1a50105e.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2597_zpsec0ffce0.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2597_zpsec0ffce0.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2598_zpsebcb6e14.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2598_zpsebcb6e14.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2599_zpsc90795f2.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2599_zpsc90795f2.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2601_zpsb2a590cd.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2601_zpsb2a590cd.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2602_zps2675fd96.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2602_zps2675fd96.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2603_zps05fbcba9.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2603_zps05fbcba9.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2604_zps6611acb4.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2604_zps6611acb4.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2605_zps64a949c2.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2605_zps64a949c2.jpg.html)

Thanks for looking!

[fhhhstix]

Looks good you did a fantastic job. I like your screwdrive set up, the cylinder looks nice. Can you get us a video of the dump lifting a load.

Travis

[RCP57]

Thanks a lot Travis! I tried to do things a little differently and yet keep it a simple bolt on.
Here's a couple test vids-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzEa4xhglkg&feature=c4-overview&list=UUrzqEOj31tJ-DusnO8Onw7A
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Op4bpc5XuP8&feature=c4-overview&list=UUrzqEOj31tJ-DusnO8Onw7A


Reg

[Lil Giants]

Great work Reg! :cool:

What was your time line to build each box?

It'd be good to see a vid of screw drive working. ;)

[RCP57]

Great work Reg! :cool:

What was your time line to build each box?

It'd be good to see a vid of screw drive working. ;)

Check out the post above Joe. I haven't filmed much of them in action yet but in the first video it lifts 17-18lbs. I don't know how long it would last lifting that much weight though. I have one box that is homeless at the moment...

[fhhhstix]

Thanks a lot Travis! I tried to do things a little differently and yet keep it a simple bolt on.
Here's a couple test vids-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzEa4xhglkg&feature=c4-overview&list=UUrzqEOj31tJ-DusnO8Onw7A
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Op4bpc5XuP8&feature=c4-overview&list=UUrzqEOj31tJ-DusnO8Onw7A


Reg

Looks good, works good, and it is nice and simple. Job well done. Hec I build screwdrive dump trucks and I would still buy one of these I like it. I give it 2 thumbs up.:cool:

Travis

[Supermario]

I always knew the 850 was bigger but :jaw: now I see !:eek::)


Always glad to be referred to as a kick instead of a pain ;):p
Amazing, fast work once again Reg!:cool:

Mario

[Tamiya Cowboy]

WOW!! I am floored that is great... So clean looking very scale.. I'm with Travis..

[BRICKNICK]

You make some bad *** dump boxes. Any thoughts of doing these for selling purposes? And what is the chances of you attempting a dump trailer?

[RCP57]

A big thanks to everyone! I was a little worried if other people would like the way I built them. I guess this all answers my question.:bounce:

Yes I would like to build some more and sell them but this is probably not the section to discuss that in.

Thanks again for all the kind words...and you're a great kicker Mario!

[RCP57]

Here's a couple pictures of the Mack box. It is shorter, wider and taller than the KH version.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2549_zps2679af42.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2549_zps2679af42.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2553_zpscf427a8d.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2553_zpscf427a8d.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2554_zpsf2ac1155.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2554_zpsf2ac1155.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2555_zps52992dc0.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2555_zps52992dc0.jpg.html)

Reg

[Lil Giants]

Check out the post above Joe. I haven't filmed much of them in action yet but in the first video it lifts 17-18lbs. I don't know how long it would last lifting that much weight though. I have one box that is homeless at the moment...

Yeah, I was reading & typing before you posted... then a visitor at my door... now I'm back again. I'll take it, the last one you have & see if I can break it. :D PM the details. ;)

[Roadmasters]

Those boxes are gorgeous!

[doodlebug]

Great job Reg! glad to see you pulled the screw drive off, without having to put a subframe on top of the kinghauler frame.
Cheer's, Neil.

[ihbuilder]

Great job Reg :cool: I've seen them on YT just didn't get too comment .

[kaptain Jack]

Beautiful,what kind of motor/gearbox are you using to lift the box?
Thanks
Jack

[1985 kenworth]

I would be interested in one also...great job

[Stuff]

very cool truck!


i have the rc4wd 85t motor. not impressed for power like the old novak fifty five i used to have..

[Kausekaos]

Looks nice

[Stuart]

Nice work, I too like the cylinder, adds a touch of scale.
Must be great having a tig and knowing how to use it!

Stu

[bigdogrod]

very nice work, i like the screw drive hidden in the dump

[RCP57]

Thanks for all the nice comments guys! For those interested in having one built, I hope to be able to do that soon. I have to work out some details on the money end of things and then I will be good to go. I will also do just the box and gate for those that wish to use their own dump mechanism. I have no plans of building any fifth wheel type end dump trailers but possibly a pup. Of course I will build one for myself first and see how it turns out.

Reg

[Ken Orme]

I like your dump and lift mechanism.

Food for thought--Take the dump setup off and drop a fifth wheel on the frame using the same type of mounts.

Kem

[Lil Giants]

Before you get too involved with descriptive posts of what you will do for hire Reg, you should consider opening a Vendors forum to discuss specifics there. Contact fhhhstix for details. ;)

You, as a long time member here, you have shown us a great deal of creativity & quality in your builds, a Vendor forum is likely yours for the asking. (with a very small annual fee)

[RCP57]

Sounds good Joe, and thanks for the friendly advise. I have a few things to work out on my end before I get too involved in this but will give Travis a shout as soon as I have things sorted.

[Mikeo78]

That's a cool set up :)

[bigpipespete]

Hi Reg , that is one sweet looking dump box ,if you make anymore id love to buy one .

[RCP57]

Thanks guys!

I got a hold of some ACME thread today and made up a new shaft for one of the screwdrives. I was hoping to increase the speed of the dump without having to invest in different gear motors and it looks to be a success. It's still not really fast but is noticeably quicker and the motor seems to have enough torque to handle the increase in ratio. Here's a short bench test with 2 lead acid batteries in the front of the box.

http://youtu.be/Yff0H9PKLuY

[Lil Giants]

Great work Reg, looks like about 30% quicker. ;)

[doodlebug]

Thanks guys!

I got a hold of some ACME thread today and made up a new shaft for one of the screwdrives. I was hoping to increase the speed of the dump without having to invest in different gear motors and it looks to be a success. It's still not really fast but is noticeably quicker and the motor seems to have enough torque to handle the increase in ratio. Here's a short bench test with 2 lead acid batteries in the front of the box.

http://youtu.be/Yff0H9PKLuY

Not Bad Reg!, how about some spreader chain's for the tailgate :D:D:D:D
Keeps getting better :bounce::bounce::bounce:
Cheer's, Neil.

[kaptain Jack]

What kind of motor is it?

[RCP57]

What kind of motor is it?

It's a small planetary gear motor.

Yes Joe, I went from 16tpi to 12tpi which I think is about 33%;)

[Espeefan]

Reg, those boxes are works of art! Seriously, if you wanted to, I am sure you could make some money building these for guys. As always, I can tell it's a well thought out, beautifully fabricated design. Just like everything else you've ever built.

[RCP57]

Reg, those boxes are works of art! Seriously, if you wanted to, I am sure you could make some money building these for guys. As always, I can tell it's a well thought out, beautifully fabricated design. Just like everything else you've ever built.

Thanks a lot Nate and yes I want to!

I started putting this one together today. Just a little different than the rest. A little higher and different shape in headboard to leave room for a custom cab and I added side boards too...I still have to make the tailgate and then I will shine it up a little.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2614_zps43203318.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2614_zps43203318.jpg.html)

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2615_zps5a0445aa.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2615_zps5a0445aa.jpg.html)

Thanks for looking.

[Espeefan]

Any chance for some boxes long enough for trailer applications?

[tracksntreadslou]

I think that box would look great with a Hays HD under it ..lol..Nice work

[RCP57]

I think that box would look great with a Hays HD under it ..lol..Nice work

Haha, well I guess you better get to building the cab and chassis then hey?

[tracksntreadslou]

Wanted : King Hauler Frame Rails ,Cab and Double output Diff . Paypal Ready lol

[RCP57]

I spent nearly 4 hours this morning making these motor mounts...Man I'm slow! Machining, machining and then 77 holes drilled with the DRO, 56 of them tapped with M3 .5...

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2620_zps07e4c3bf.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2620_zps07e4c3bf.jpg.html)

[Espeefan]

Slow you say? I don't think so. It's way to easy to under estimate the time it takes to manually machine even the simple looking parts. Drilling and tapping takes a lot of time too. This is why some of these models and parts cost so much money. :D

[tc1cat]

For the amount of machining that was necessary, you are about right on the time. If you were power tapping, you might be a little slow. Machining looks great. And you even deburred the parts!! If you want to really slow down, make all of those holes 00-90 thread size without breaking any taps :eek::eek: I had better find some real wood to knock on after that comment :lol: I have yet to break a 00-90 tap :jaw: Must be really living right. Wont talk about M3X .5 though:rolleyes::rolleyes:

[RCP57]

Thanks guys. I think the amount of time it took was fine, it just seems like forever. All the holes were started with a center drill, then drilled to size, then tapped. I don't tap them in my mill because I don't have a tapping head yet. The mill has a 'tapping feature' but I have used it with mixed success. I use a cordless drill and a lot of patients. I always take the time to de-bur my parts... I don't want myself or anyone else cutting themselves on a sharp edge.:cop:

I don't have any 00-90 taps and I can't imagine how careful you would have to be with them. My smallest is 0-80 and I have broken a couple...:o

[RCP57]

Trying a magnetic tailgate latch...no mechanism to fail at least I guess.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ToorNknI268&feature=c4-overview&list=UUrzqEOj31tJ-DusnO8Onw7A http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eso1bEUDR3Q&feature=c4-overview&list=UUrzqEOj31tJ-DusnO8Onw7A

[CrewCab59]

The gate works just fine , very nice

[RCP57]

The gate works just fine , very nice

Thanks, I think so too!

All I have been doing lately is working on boxes so I decided to take a break and get some work done on my KH. I didn't get a lot done but I made up an aluminum panel to fill in the back of the cab. I plan on scratch building an aluminum cab soon but don't have the time right now so this will do. When I bought the truck it came with two trannies:eek:....yuck, sorry I mean transmissions. One had an 85t motor with 3rd gear removed and the shaft modified to drive a PTO, and the other was stock with a 55t motor. Both had 11 tooth pinions installed so I swapped the 85t on to the stock trans and put it back in the truck. I am hoping to get some stuff in the mail this week that will get the truck up and running so I am excited! I kind of started this hobby backwards with scratch building stuff first and then buying a kit years later:confused:.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2639_zpsb88fb8b4.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2639_zpsb88fb8b4.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2640_zps30ea069c.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2640_zps30ea069c.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2641_zps9c31bd3e.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2641_zps9c31bd3e.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2642_zps143d70e3.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2642_zps143d70e3.jpg.html)

Thanks for looking!

[RCP57]

I made up a new rear bumper/cross member today. I hope to pick up some paint tomorrow for the cab.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2648_zpsabbc2a82.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2648_zpsabbc2a82.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2649_zpsa2476101.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2649_zpsa2476101.jpg.html)

Thanks for looking.

[doodlebug]

Looking good Reg!!!!
Cheer's, Neil.

[Snochaser]

Great job Reg! I've been watching quietly, no comments til now....!...that 1/32" between the bumper and hoist base is just unacceptable, such a hack! Baahahaha. Just kidding, many people will love to have a bed and fine working mechanism. The magnets are a great idea, the one I did works great, attracts all the metal too :), I wish I had a gold magnet though.

Ben

[A.ash]

Those boxes look great. Where did you get the material for the sides?

Alan

[JAMMER]

Hi Reg I don't plan on using it but what about the people that use the rubber for dirt will the gate release then? I don't imagine there is much weight with that stuff and the gate won't release. Ed

[RCP57]

Looking good Reg!!!!
Cheer's, Neil.

Thanks Neil!

Great job Reg! I've been watching quietly, no comments til now....!...that 1/32" between the bumper and hoist base is just unacceptable, such a hack! Baahahaha. Just kidding, many people will love to have a bed and fine working mechanism. The magnets are a great idea, the one I did works great, attracts all the metal too :), I wish I had a gold magnet though.

Ben

Smart azz! I hope you are right and I can make a few people happy with these. I have been working on this stuff almost daily for a month with many ideas thrown to the scrap pile. I think I have finally figured out some things that are strong and look the part without being too complex but time will tell what others think. We have a lot of iron in the ground around here and yes the magnets are fuzzy already! I also wish that they attracted gold...

Those boxes look great. Where did you get the material for the sides?

Alan

Thanks Alan, I am making the side pieces in a press. It starts out as 16 gauge sheet.

Hi Reg I don't plan on using it but what about the people that use the rubber for dirt will the gate release then? I don't imagine there is much weight with that stuff and the gate won't release. Ed

I plan on setting it up so that you can remove some of the steel that the magnets stick to. I know this is something that will have to be done manually but I think most people haul the same material most of the time be it dirt, rubber or whatever so it's not like you would change the setup after every load. I could make the stuff more complicated but that will only increase the price.

Well I'm off to town to pick out a color for the KH!

[bigpipespete]

Hi Reg , let me know if you find a way to slow your truck to a realistic speed. After i put the new motor in mine it still accelerates like a ferrari. Id like to get rid of 2nd and 3rd gear altogether. I cant wait to see your choice of colour. Mike

[RCP57]

Well, what do you all think? I know it's all stock but I kinda like it.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2655_zps2c40dd26.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2655_zps2c40dd26.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2653_zpsa6570211.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2653_zpsa6570211.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2652_zpsdeb70bfe.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2652_zpsdeb70bfe.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2651_zpsbe4a9b7c.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2651_zpsbe4a9b7c.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2650_zps1cbb7398.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2650_zps1cbb7398.jpg.html)

Thanks for looking!

[blitzk]

Reg, you have amazing skill, the KH looks awesome in yellow. I would love to buy one of these boxes when you get them up for sale. Keep up the great work!!!

[tbtrucking104customs]

Possible you can make me a plate?

[Lil Giants]

In less than 12hrs it's painted & put together... com'on :confused: :rolleyes: :p :D

Bright colors always look best with aluminum, a great lil worker you have there Reg. :cool:

Just one thing left to do is shorten your stacks to just above the box. ;)

[kaptain Jack]

Wow,that's one gorgeous truck

[RCP57]

Reg, you have amazing skill, the KH looks awesome in yellow. I would love to buy one of these boxes when you get them up for sale. Keep up the great work!!!

Thank you very much. I really like the yellow too even though it's a Ford color...lol Pretty close to having my ducks in a row. Shoot me a PM if you like and I will fill you in.

Possible you can make me a plate?

Probably could do that.

In less than 12hrs it's painted & put together... com'on :confused: :rolleyes: :p :D

Bright colors always look best with aluminum, a great lil worker you have there Reg. :cool:

Just one thing left to do is shorten your stacks to just above the box. ;)

I painted the cab around 1pm and put it together around 5-6pm. The paint dried really fast considering there was frost on the ground. Once I was finished painting I brought it in the house and sat it beside the woodstove...The whole house reeked like paint when my wife got home and it made her feel sick...:rolleyes: Yes still have to shorten the stacks or make new ones. I took a box into the powder coater yesterday and should get it back tomorrow so I'm excited to see how it looks!

Wow,that's one gorgeous truck

Thank you sir! Hopefully I can spruce it up with some aftermarket parts one day!

[Stuart]

Looks great! love the colour.

[bigpipespete]

Awesome colour choice Reg. Back in high school a friend had a brutal 64 chev p/u in that same colour. Once you add the roof guard to the box i think you'll find those stacks to be the right height. Will you be adding a peice of black paper behind the grill so you dont see inside the hood ?

[Espeefan]

Nice work Reg. Girls never like the smell of paint for some reason. I don't know why, but that's a good looking truck. Magnets seems like a great way to go for the tailgate latch. These boxes look really nice. Do you use a box and pan brake to form the outside walls?

[RCP57]

The box on the truck in the pictures is "borrowed" so there won't be a cab guard on it but the box that I have at the powder coaters does and you are right, the pipes do look less out of place.

I think maybe my wife was upset with the smell because the truck isn't painted her favourite color...come to think of it the truck was her favourite color before I painted it...hmmm:confused:

I use self made dies(spelling:confused:) to press out the side panels. One shot, all done! I don't have the skills required to make two of the same if I had to make all those bends with a box/pan brake. I do however make the rest of it this way.

More pics later!

[RCP57]

I made up a couple different pieces for the rear end today. What's the favourite?

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2661_zps12e80daf.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2661_zps12e80daf.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2662_zpsaa1e4795.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2662_zpsaa1e4795.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2663_zps949305a5.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2663_zps949305a5.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2664_zps44fa29d2.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2664_zps44fa29d2.jpg.html)
and I installed my stock KH brake lights into this one.
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2660_zpsf3abde6f.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2660_zpsf3abde6f.jpg.html)

Let me know what you think.

[vicstag]

Would like to see the one on left in top pic with lights but they all look incredible

[Espeefan]

The box on the truck in the pictures is "borrowed" so there won't be a cab guard on it but the box that I have at the powder coaters does and you are right, the pipes do look less out of place.

I think maybe my wife was upset with the smell because the truck isn't painted her favourite color...come to think of it the truck was her favourite color before I painted it...hmmm:confused:

I use self made dies(spelling:confused:) to press out the side panels. One shot, all done! I don't have the skills required to make two of the same if I had to make all those bends with a box/pan brake. I do however make the rest of it this way.

More pics later!

Reg, did you machine your die out of aluminum or steel? That's a great way to go, when you want to make duplicate parts. I did the same for my fuel tank straps, after I made 4 by hand and they all ended up being a different length and having different sized eyelets. Drove me crazy, and then I thought, why I don't I make a die....

[RCP57]

The die set is made from mild steel so it should last for a while. I would like to build another set with a different shape but need to see some of my investment come back first. Only the ribs get formed in the die leaving me to adjust the height a little with the top and bottom 90's.

[Ken Orme]

I like your rig. Very realistic.

A lot of the times when I make parts it takes me more time to make the fixtures than it does to make the parts.

My problem when I want to make the part again I forget where I put the fixture.

Ken

[tc1cat]

Great looking truck!! Both of the shorter bumpers look the best to me. Most of the bumpers that I see are painted black. This would make a very big difference in the look of the bumper. ?? for you- what are you using to make the notch for the frame in the bumpers?

[Trucker_Jo]

I like the drop down bumper if you are going for a more custom look for sure. But the shorter plate painted black would look killer too for that work truck look:D

[RCP57]

Thanks guys. I just use my bandsaw to cut out the notch for the frame. Not the cleanest way to do it but it's the fastest way with the tools I have.

I got the box back from the powder coaters today so I painted up the mounts and stuck the truck together for some photos. I am still waiting for some stuff to come in the mail that will make it run but I wanted to see what it looked like. The color I chose turned out to be a little different than what I imagined but overall I really like the powder coat. It hides some imperfections and doesn't show finger prints every time I touch it like the aluminum does.

Let me know what you think!

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2666_zpsa1d244f8.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2666_zpsa1d244f8.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2667_zpsa1d0926d.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2667_zpsa1d0926d.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2668_zps33e9f21e.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2668_zps33e9f21e.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2669_zps3a23f14f.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2669_zps3a23f14f.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2670_zps0d5fa22a.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2670_zps0d5fa22a.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2671_zpse368b142.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2671_zpse368b142.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2672_zps8f0d53fc.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2672_zps8f0d53fc.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2673_zps0f03e39d.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2673_zps0f03e39d.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2674_zpseee044a5.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2674_zpseee044a5.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2675_zps86849b1c.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2675_zps86849b1c.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2676_zps41c78586.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2676_zps41c78586.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2678_zpsb8a14e80.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2678_zpsb8a14e80.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2679_zps5e1fc44c.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2679_zps5e1fc44c.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2680_zpsd281b7a8.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2680_zpsd281b7a8.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2681_zps9f723184.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2681_zps9f723184.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2682_zpsc3f612bf.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2682_zpsc3f612bf.jpg.html)

Thanks for lookin!

[bigpipespete]

WOW ! That looks amazing Reg. I think it depends where you live as to what style you might like. I know for myself i like our style dumpbox and rear bumper ( as pictured above ) All i can say Reg is i hope you do very well with your new venture and keep one for me until April ! Mike

[RCLogger]

I am speechless again Reg ! _ \|~<>€£¥ -/:;()&

Greg

[tracksntreadslou]

Reg you dont %$#& around do you bud..wish could build that fast ..once again good work

[steamer]

For doing such fabulous work, I've sent you a great TGIF, enjoy.

[Lil Giants]

Stacks are still too tall Reg... some operators, ya know?! you're just baiting 'em to take 'em off. :D

Powdercoat turned out pretty sweet!

Would bead blasting the aluminum give a similar effect? I remember what your KW axles looked like.

I see now how your tailgate lock works for a positive release. Genius :cool:

Horizontal ribs have always been my preference too Pete, that's what's common around here too. ;)

[RCP57]

Very fine conversion. The fit, quality of workmanship, and overall finish is very professional. Well done keep the ideas coming.

Chris

Thanks very much Chris. I think the powder coat makes it look much more professional and complete than leaving it raw.

WOW ! That looks amazing Reg. I think it depends where you live as to what style you might like. I know for myself i like our style dumpbox and rear bumper ( as pictured above ) All i can say Reg is i hope you do very well with your new venture and keep one for me until April ! Mike

Thanks Mike! Let me know when you need it and I will have one ready!

I am speechless again Reg ! _ \|~<>€£¥ -/:;()&

Greg

Thanks Greg, I'm just trying to keep up!

Reg you dont %$#& around do you bud..wish could build that fast ..once again good work

Do you wish yours was powder coated? I do.

For doing such fabulous work, I've sent you a great TGIF, enjoy.

Thanks for the reward Rob. Those quality videos are always too short!:bounce::bounce:

Stacks are still too tall Reg... some operators, ya know?! you're just baiting 'em to take 'em off. :D

Powdercoat turned out pretty sweet!

Would bead blasting the aluminum give a similar effect? I remember what your KW axles looked like.

I see now how your tailgate lock works for a positive release. Genius :cool:

Horizontal ribs have always been my preference too Pete, that's what's common around here too. ;)

Yeah I will probably take the pipes off with the first bucket of dirt!

I think the powder coat looks great although it looks more 70's disco in person. Next time I will choose a less metallic color. I think bead blasting will just make them look chalky and attract stains. Should I take yours in before they go in the mail?:D

The gate release works good in theory but not as good in reality. It is hard to get the geometry right with my current setup.

Big thanks to everybody for commenting!

[plow jockey]

That is a clean looking build!! Great job on the screw drive! Love the look of the dump bed. Awesome job!!

[RCP57]

I got some goodies in the mail today! The package contained enough parts to get this up and moving so I took the afternoon off from box building and got to installing the ESC, battery and adjusting everything. I still need to mount some things inside the cab but at least it drives!

http://youtu.be/Yj8IrfJIan0

[Supermario]

The truck looks great Reg! You are adjusting well going from scratch builder to assembling pre fabs:rolleyes::p:D
I like your choice of colour but when I saw it , the first thing that came to mind is.... Where's the green and white?
Have you considered duplicating the 850 paint scheme and logo onto your KH ?
I think that would look sharp:cool:

Mario

[RCP57]

The truck looks great Reg! You are adjusting well going from scratch builder to assembling pre fabs:rolleyes::p:D
I like your choice of colour but when I saw it , the first thing that came to mind is.... Where's the green and white?
Have you considered duplicating the 850 paint scheme and logo onto your KH ?
I think that would look sharp:cool:

Mario

Thanks Mario. I am adjusting but it is definitely not the same feeling of accomplishment. They are a cool little truck though for sure and it's a great platform to make custom pieces for;).

I had thought about painting this the same color combo as the big 850 but didn't want to put the effort in that the multi colored paint job requires. When I get around to building a cab from aluminum it will get a more "vintage logger" paint scheme...Until then Ford, chrome yellow it is!...I can't believe I used a Ford color...lol

[cosworth34677]

great truck, nice color great dump system

[RCP57]

Thanks cosworth.

I took the cab back off to make an adjustment to the esc so I thought I would snap a picture of the electronics. I mounted the power switch in the drivers side "battery box" so it is nicely hidden and raised the height of the cab a little to give it a better stance. The higher cab height also allowed me too put the battery under the hood. I am running a Sabertooth 2x12 for the truck and box dump so the wiring is really simple.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2691_zps60ef5e42.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2691_zps60ef5e42.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2692_zps141eabe4.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2692_zps141eabe4.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2694_zps1bd44f52.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2694_zps1bd44f52.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2699_zps06da5263.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2699_zps06da5263.jpg.html)

[Lil Giants]

I have the power switch in my KH dump the same way. ;)

What's the electrical device attached to the cab rear wall?

[Stuart]

Nice and neat, I like it!

I have the power switch in my KH dump the same way. ;)

What's the electrical device attached to the cab rear wall?

I was wondering the same, could be a ubec?

Stu

[Espeefan]

External BEC would be my guess as well. I see a red and black (power) wire going in, and a servo type lead (red and black) going out, to what looks like the receiver.

Very nice job with this build Reg. Are you going to do some more 1/14 scale trucks now?

[RCP57]

You guys were having fun guessing what that is hey? You all were right, it's just a cheap BEC that I had in my pile. The drawback to the Sabertooth esc is it only provides a 1 amp BEC. This truck has some cheap Towerpro metal gear servos in it that are really power hungry and without the external BEC it goes into protection mode when you steer and shift at the same time. I think if I switched to higher quality servos I could probably go without it but this was a quick fix.

Nate, I am not sure if I will start building anything in this scale or not. I am considering selling this truck and if I did then I would buy another one but I really doubt I will have a 1/14 fleet anytime soon. I took the truck outside for the first time today and drove it around. I have to say that I wasn't all that impressed with it after being used to stuff that is so much bigger and heavier. I guess if I locked the rear diff and geared it down I would like it more. I also think it would make a huge difference if I had an inside place to play. My 1/10 stuff is too HUGE for cruising in the house/shop whereas the 1/14 is no problem. Never say never though!:D

[Trucker_Jo]

Man great work as always on this thing. I think my yarder will look better with 1/14 trucks because styrene at 1/10 is kind of outrageous. Some day ill have an actual job out of college and get get into alum.:rolleyes:

[JohnStilwell]

WOW, awesome build!! Amazing work.

John

[Roadmasters]

Man great work as always on this thing. I think my yarder will look better with 1/14 trucks because styrene at 1/10 is kind of outrageous. Some day ill have an actual job out of college and get get into alum.:rolleyes:

Party boats.... any idiot can do it, including me! No college degree neccisary, just good work ethics

Rcp your truck looks great, I think you've got a best seller on your hands here. Can't wait to see your vendors section

[RCP57]

Party boats.... any idiot can do it, including me! No college degree neccisary, just good work ethics

Rcp your truck looks great, I think you've got a best seller on your hands here. Can't wait to see your vendors section

Party boats hey? Sounds interesting! Maybe I have it all wrong but I am picturing a deck loaded with beautiful, scantily clad women, booze and very few dudes...Too bad that I work on a fish boat...It's cold, it stinks and there never is any Rum!:mad: How do you get hotties on board with that?lol Oh, never mind...I'm married:rolleyes:.

I am looking forward to the vendors section as well and I hope it is a success. I think it would be really cool to see other people get enjoyment out of stuff that I have made...and of course I would enjoy their money...:cool:

[Roadmasters]

Party boats hey? Sounds interesting! Maybe I have it all wrong but I am picturing a deck loaded with beautiful, scantily clad women, booze and very few dudes...Too bad that I work on a fish boat...It's cold, it stinks and there never is any Rum!:mad: How do you get hotties on board with that?lol Oh, never mind...I'm married:rolleyes:.

I am looking forward to the vendors section as well and I hope it is a success. I think it would be really cool to see other people get enjoyment out of stuff that I have made...and of course I would enjoy their money...:cool:

Well, you've actually kind of got half of it. Around here party boat is a more general term for a head boat. In the evenings we do run cruises though, which can sometimes turn out looking something like what you described. I know all about the smells, haddock are some nasty smelling fish...

[RCP57]

Well, you've actually kind of got half of it. Around here party boat is a more general term for a head boat. In the evenings we do run cruises though, which can sometimes turn out looking something like what you described. I know all about the smells, haddock are some nasty smelling fish...

So what you're saying is "you're the enemy" from my commercial fishing point of view!lol Just kidding! I had to look up head boat to see what it meant. Around here we call them "charter boats". One of the major charter outfits here operates some larger boats taking 20 or so people at time. We call them "puke boats" because of what generally happens when tourists hit the water for the first time.:drool:

[Roadmasters]

So what you're saying is "you're the enemy" from my commercial fishing point of view!lol Just kidding! I had to look up head boat to see what it meant. Around here we call them "charter boats". One of the major charter outfits here operates some larger boats taking 20 or so people at time. We call them "puke boats" because of what generally happens when tourists hit the water for the first time.:drool:

Hahaha, if thats what you want to call us! I would have said charter boat, but I generally think of those as smaller boats. On our smallest boat we will take up to about 35 (65'), then on the other end of the spectrum will take almost 80 on the largest (106').

[RCP57]

Haha, Yeah you're stealing fish from my kind:cop:. Haha! You're right about the charter boats being generally smaller even around here. The ones that I called puke boats are the largest in our area and are only 40'+. Most of the operations on the BC coast are small owner operator setups or large lodges in the middle of no where that have a bunch of small boats that guides will take out a couple people at a time on. Big money makers though now a days. Locally they are slowly displacing us commercial guys off the water.:(

I'm happy to hear that someone else on here makes their living from the ocean though!

[RCP57]

I have been taking this truck apart and putting it back together in order to test every box that I make so I needed to come up with a faster way to disconnect the wiring on the dump drive motor. I had a couple of small bus-bars in my junk so I hooked one up. I made a couple of quick mods to the truck side of the box pivot where it bolts to the frame and mounted the bus-bar between a brace and the rear bumper. I also drilled holes in the cross members so that I could feed the wire though them up to the cab. Now I can leave the wires hooked up to the esc and remove a short pigtail from the bus-bar to the screwdrive. Sometime in the near future I will pick up a stock set of KH rails so that I can set up a jig but for now this will help.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2731_zps76107975.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2731_zps76107975.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2732_zps4c36685a.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2732_zps4c36685a.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2733_zps907cb28c.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2733_zps907cb28c.jpg.html)

Thanks for looking!

[RCP57]

Anyone for a flatbed? I started putting this together today. It's just a basic little flat bed but I was thinking that someone may need one:confused:. I still have a bunch more to do but here's a little peek.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2734_zpsf0fbf9ff.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2734_zpsf0fbf9ff.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2735_zps10718c2e.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2735_zps10718c2e.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2736_zps4ed38c39.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2736_zps4ed38c39.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2737_zps25813bd0.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2737_zps25813bd0.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2739_zpsf363a0f1.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2739_zpsf363a0f1.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2740_zps48eddad0.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2740_zps48eddad0.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2741_zpsfd22e204.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2741_zpsfd22e204.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2742_zpsbac9a389.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2742_zpsbac9a389.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2743_zpsb2910621.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2743_zpsb2910621.jpg.html)

[cabs]

Looks cool, how much is this going for?

[RCP57]

Looks cool, how much is this going for?

I'm not to sure yet because there is still a fair bit of work to do but I am trying to keep it under $250. My plan is to mount this to the frame with the fifth wheel still attached. That way, anyone with a day cab truck could swap it off and tow a trailer.

Reg

[RCP57]

I worked on this for a bit this morning but snuck away to spend the afternoon riding my ATV and walking around logging slashes in order to find a Xmas tree(one of my favorite jobs to do for the holiday season:D). My Dad was nice enough to cut a pile of scale 4"x12" planks for me today so that I could throw a bundle on the deck to see what it would look like. I like it:D.

I machined up some frame braces, arranged them so that they clear the fifth wheel and welded them in place. I still have to fasten it to the frame but it won't need much because the braces hold it side to side and fore and aft.

Let me know what you think!

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2744_zps4f7cbc0d.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2744_zps4f7cbc0d.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2745_zpsd432f8f6.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2745_zpsd432f8f6.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2746_zps7921a385.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2746_zps7921a385.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2747_zps3a6440f6.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2747_zps3a6440f6.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2748_zps6c8f3cba.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2748_zps6c8f3cba.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2749_zps7df4d733.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2749_zps7df4d733.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2751_zpsc18717d4.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2751_zpsc18717d4.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2752_zpsdd873e72.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2752_zpsdd873e72.jpg.html)

Thanks for looking!

[Mikem]

Hi Reg just after I finish my flat bed someone (you) comes out with one looks good . Mike

[tracksntreadslou]

Reg you just may have to hand over that King to your PA..He did a nice job on the lift ..I think he may just like your hobby too..

[Supermario]

Awwwh , now I want one!:D

Looks great Reg, I like how it clears the 5th wheel and yet the distance between the deck and tires is perfect, not too high.:cool:
Not sure the proper name for it but I think you need to add the thin side rails to attach chains and load binders to?

You do this stuff so well and so fast, it only makes sense you should share with the rest of us:rolleyes::p:D

Thanks Reg :cool:

[flatdeck]

Reg that looks great.. Would it be much work to put a frame under it so it would sit on right on a truck frame??


Wayne

[RCP57]

Hi Reg just after I finish my flat bed someone (you) comes out with one looks good . Mike

Story of my life...A day late and a dollar short!lol I like the looks of yours as well!

Reg you just may have to hand over that King to your PA..He did a nice job on the lift ..I think he may just like your hobby too..

Haha I think you're right Lou, He cut the "lumber" and I cut the teeny strips and bundled it up. We both thought it was good marketing if the deck came with a load.

Awwwh , now I want one!:D

Looks great Reg, I like how it clears the 5th wheel and yet the distance between the deck and tires is perfect, not too high.:cool:
Not sure the proper name for it but I think you need to add the thin side rails to attach chains and load binders to?


You do this stuff so well and so fast, it only makes sense you should share with the rest of us:rolleyes::p:D

Thanks Reg :cool:

Well build another truck Mario! I'm not sure if anyone would even care that it clears the fifth wheel but I thought it would make it useful for someone with a day cab that normally tows a trailer...Drop it on, tighten a couple screws and you have a flat deck!...reverse and you have your tractor back...maybe it seems handier than it really is:confused:. Doesn't PMD offer proper scale ratchets for the decks? I swear I have seen them somewhere...


Reg that looks great.. Would it be much work to put a frame under it so it would sit on right on a truck frame??


Wayne

It wouldn't be anymore work at all Wayne...You want one?

Thanks for all the comments!

[Snochaser]

I really like it Reg! Glad you are adding to the options available for these trucks.

[cabs]

I like it a lot. Great job

[RCP57]

I really like it Reg! Glad you are adding to the options available for these trucks.

Thanks Ben, It's a challenge trying to come up with something different that people will actually want to buy and then trying to make it for a price they want to pay but it's kinda fun.

I like it a lot. Great job

Thanks, I think you need one! lol

[Stuart]

Such a cool idea! Looks great on the back of your King.

& Congrats on the vendors spot, hope it goes well for ya.

Stu

[RCP57]

Thanks Stu! I am excited about the Vendors spot and hope that I can build some things for people that they otherwise wouldn't have.

On that note, check this out... Let me know what you think!
http://youtu.be/pC4nl2I0uiY

Reg

[Mikeo78]

That's cool. Nice job! Very clever

[flatdeck]

Reg. Got my plate today it is great.. Video very cool..

Wayne

[RCP57]

Reg. Got my plate today it is great.. Video very cool..

Wayne

Oh that's great Wayne! I guess the post office didn't lie to us this time!lol Thanks for the business too!

[RCP57]

I added the other piece to the rear of the deck just now...
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2755_zps45cdac88.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2755_zps45cdac88.jpg.html)
Here, you can see what the deck looks like with the mounting screws...
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2756_zps7b882084.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2756_zps7b882084.jpg.html)

[flatdeck]

Reg. Just my two cents if the deck hangs over that far you will need to put some sort of light is it.. really like the deck.. Just a thought..


Wayne

[RCP57]

Reg. Just my two cents if the deck hangs over that far you will need to put some sort of light is it.. really like the deck.. Just a thought..


Wayne

I agree Wayne. I need to buy some bezels from someone so that I know what size holes to drill. If someone wanted to buy one of these I would drill the holes so that they could buy lights from one of the other Vendors and install them.

[Stuart]

Very clever & well thought out. Big Thumbs up!

As for the bezels, 13/64ths for the 3mm & 5/16ths for the 5mm (on True scale website)

Could you make some ally tool boxes? would love some for my spread axle, depending on cost & shipping to France of course!

Stu

[RCP57]

Very clever & well thought out. Big Thumbs up!

As for the bezels, 13/64ths for the 3mm & 5/16ths for the 5mm (on True scale website)

Could you make some ally tool boxes? would love some for my spread axle, depending on cost & shipping to France of course!

Stu

Thanks Stu. I checked their website this morning and got the measurements but thanks for letting me know.;)

I would be interested in seeing what you want as far as the toolboxes. Maybe we can figure something out that makes us both happy.

[Stuart]

No worries, I will have a measure up re the tool boxes and let you know.

Stu

[RCP57]

I made up these little D rings today for tie downs on the deck. I think it is almost ready for a coat of black and some stain.

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2786_zps5e7ae565.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2786_zps5e7ae565.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2787_zps1a698483.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2787_zps1a698483.jpg.html)

[flatdeck]

Reg. I would hate to see you paint that. The natural aluminum look great..


Wayne

[RCP57]

Sorry Wayne...A little bead blasting, some low gloss black and some cherry stain later, I have this! I think it looks better painted and by Monday I should have more scale reflective strips than I know what to do with so I will add them to this for a more realistic look.
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/King%20Hauler/IMG_2788_zps27b08207.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/King%20Hauler/IMG_2788_zps27b08207.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/King%20Hauler/IMG_2791_zps7c9b73a2.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/King%20Hauler/IMG_2791_zps7c9b73a2.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/King%20Hauler/IMG_2792_zps6d8e3bba.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/King%20Hauler/IMG_2792_zps6d8e3bba.jpg.html)

The paint was barely even dry and Santa had the truck in service hauling him and the strangest looking reindeer I have ever seen around the house! He must be doing a pre-Xmas survey of our house so that he knows where to put our gifts....or coal.:jaw:

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/King%20Hauler/IMG_2796_zpsa3c5ecac.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/King%20Hauler/IMG_2796_zpsa3c5ecac.jpg.html)

Thanks for looking and Merry Christmas to everyone!

[flatdeck]

Reg It is not that I do not like the power coat, it look great, mostly more real world. I just like polished Aluminum better..

[RCP57]

Yeah I understand Wayne. I like the raw look too. I figured since no one has expressed an interest in these that I would be keeping it and wanted to see what it would look like painted black with stained boards. I think once the reflective tape is added it will look a little more realistic too. In the new year I plan to order some lights for it but for now it will probably just sit on the shelf:(.

[RCP57]

Other than possibly adding some lights later on, the flatdeck is finished! If anyone is interested in this or something similar, please let me know. I would be happy to make one for you!

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2847_zps0d0f6589.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2847_zps0d0f6589.jpg.html)
http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b588/RCP57/IMG_2848_zpsd5cdc911.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/RCP57/media/IMG_2848_zpsd5cdc911.jpg.html)
Reg

[flatdeck]

Reg look top draw...


Wayne

[Snochaser]

Man that looks simplistically good Reg. Nice!

[Lil Giants]

....simplistically good... I can't think of finer or more fitting comment than that, well said Ben.

Well done Reg. :cool:

[RCP57]

Thanks guys. I think you hit the nail right on the head Ben. My goal with this was to make a flatdeck that was super simple and could be put on and taken off in no time making the truck more versatile. I know it would look better with working lights and a full frame underneath but that would just make it more complex. I would like to build another one with more detail in the future but may do a trailer first if I can find some wheels.

[Mikeo78]

Very nice! Love the finished wood deck

[RCP57]

I had the KH dump truck out yesterday for a bit. My excavator is down with a blown track drive so I used my old 1/10 scale 955K to load the truck this time. It was actually kinda fun and the truck performed really well although it would have been better with some company.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJB6eVYS5kA&list=UUrzqEOj31tJ-DusnO8Onw7A
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmg8vJRBiqc&list=UUrzqEOj31tJ-DusnO8Onw7A