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Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

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Originally Posted by dirthalr (Post 77713)

Wow this is a cool truck. Awesome skills.

Thanks dirthair

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Originally Posted by Claus (Post 77714)

That is one sharp rig!

Thank you Craig

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Originally Posted by 1985 kenworth (Post 77783)

hey paul..you know i am very partial to kenworth trucks so already i love this build and what is truly great about this is your attention to detail right down to the door handles..good stuff my friend ...the gent should be proud of this build ...i know i am for you for what you have done on this:cool:

Thanks A lot Dwayne the ower of the truck dont know that I am building it same as the owner of the SNOW truck but I am going to bring them to a truck show this summer were both these trucks are at every year and spring them on them..

Thank You again..

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that is so thoughtful of you to do that:)..that will be a pleasant surprise for them i bet the look on their faces will definetly be a kodak moment:eek:i would like to be a fly on the wall there when you present them to them..good going :cool:paul

Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

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Originally Posted by 1985 kenworth (Post 78043)

Well Snow is in his 70's and we will get picks when it happens TL in my age mid 30's and we will gets picks of him when we do it too so it will be pretty cool when it happens..

Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

Paul that looks awsome,,Door handles , mirrors.. great detail, Gotta like those older Kennys

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Originally Posted by tracksntreadslou (Post 78110)

Paul that looks awesome,,Door handles , mirrors.. great detail, Gotta like those older Kenny's

Thanks Much Lou for the great comment..

Little update had a good friend of mine paint it for I got too many irons in the fire right now with the hobby and work so Mike painted it and did a killer job on it so Thank You Very Much Mike..

So here are some update picks..
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...wboy/001-2.jpg

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Got these awesome door handles Russ made for me sanded and polished witch was not easy it all..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...wboy/005-7.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...wboy/006-8.jpg

Made a radio antenna for the drivers side of the cab this is not a CB antenna..

Took 2 small flat head screws and took a file and V'd out the slot so the antenna wire fit in it. Then took very lite gauge copper strand wire and wrapped it around the wire and screw head back and forth.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...cowboy/007.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...wboy/008-4.jpg

Then brushed flux all over the head and wire then soldered it and this is what you end up with.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...boy/010-11.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...wboy/011-9.jpg

Then here are some poser picks.. I polished up one of Travis's great KW grills and polished up a Texas Blank and a set of AC's From IHB and added a set of Kenworth emblems and Swan from PMD that is where I am now..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...cowboy/012.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...boy/013-23.jpg

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http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...wboy/016-8.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...boy/018-14.jpg

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http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...wboy/020-5.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...wboy/021-9.jpg

So now I am waiting on some MFU lights I ordered from tamiya USA and a rear shaft from Rc4wd and a set of FUEL TANKS! :rolleyes: and I can finisher her up..

Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

Talk about bringing it to the next level!! The details are amazing!! Sweet build!! Great job Paul!!

Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

Awesome build! There was a guy that used to haul a.c. to the hotplant that had this exact same truck in 1:1. I'm going to show him this, he will flip. I Really like the mirror brackets. Did you make them?

Jimmy

Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

Paul, another great build. Every inch of it is awesome, just incredible. Great job.

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Really nice work, Paul. Out of all the trucks you've built, I think I'd pick this one as a favorite. Probably your IH COE also, but this one just looks sharp. I like the antenna and the mirror brackets too. Did you paint or chrome those parts after making them? It almost does look like chrome to me, but I can't tell for sure. Beautiful.

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What an update!!! That is one killer truck, I am sure the guy this is for is dying to get his hands on it!

I have one question; what did you use for the mesh behind the grille? I have found that that mesh really adds a lot of realism!

Sweet rig, I can't wait to see some headlights on it! :D

Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

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Originally Posted by sharkey (Post 80107)

Awesome mate, real nice build

Thanks Sharkey

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Originally Posted by plow jockey (Post 80108)

Talk about bringing it to the next level!! The details are amazing!! Sweet build!! Great job Paul!!

Thank you very much Fred..

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Originally Posted by dirthalr (Post 80112)

Thanks Jimmy.. Yes the brackets I made them out of brass..

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Originally Posted by Kaf343 (Post 80116)

Paul, another great build. Every inch of it is awesome, just incredible. Great job.

Thanks much Keith

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Originally Posted by Espeefan (Post 80128)

Thank You Nate.. The Antenna I did not have to do anything to just left it raw The brackets I used Duplacolor Chrome on them and the steps..

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Originally Posted by Bigrigger (Post 80129)

Thanks much Bigrigger.. I am waiting on the clear lenses to come in I have alum trim rings for them the mesh is stock tamiya grill mesh painted chrome.. And this truck is a copy of a friend of mine truck but it is my personal toy not a customers..

Thanks for all the great comments guys..

Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

paul that is a master peice and the process u used to bring out the small details is sweet and really make the truck stand apart. great work those antennas are sick

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Think I'll have to go with Nate on this one Paul, amazing build! Love the radio antenna idea and the door handles look just like the ones on my 1:1 kw.

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Looking very cool!! Love the mirror mounts!!

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This is a solid 10/10 build, a fair bit of shine but not too much. I can't wait to see it hooked to a trailer.

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Flawless paint and the radio antenna is a great touch

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I'd be proud to own that one!

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Originally Posted by Diesel Demond (Post 80145)

Paul that is a master piece and the process u used to bring out the small details is sweet and really make the truck stand apart. great work those antennas are sick

Thanks much Cory

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Originally Posted by petermoblin (Post 80148)

Think I'll have to go with Nate on this one Paul, amazing build! Love the radio antenna idea and the door handles look just like the ones on my 1:1 kw.

Thanks Much Buddy.. You still state side?

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Originally Posted by dabears (Post 80157)

Looking very cool!! Love the mirror mounts!!

Thanks Aaron

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Originally Posted by 404 (Post 80189)

This is a solid 10/10 build, a fair bit of shine but not too much. I can't wait to see it hooked to a trailer.

Thanks 404

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Originally Posted by dmess62 (Post 80235)

Flawless paint and the radio antenna is a great touch

Thanks Dave

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Originally Posted by Claus (Post 80241)

I'd be proud to own that one!

Thank You Claus..

Thanks for all the great comments guys.. Just waiting on some more parts and some time and Ill have another up date..

Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

Wow looks really good Paul. Mirror brackets? The paddle latches Russ did are nice! I may be in the market for 8 of them. The paint and lines are crisp as can be! Did you paint this one?

Ben

Re: Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

Nice paint work on the truck by your friend
I like your idea for the radio aerial