Hello from eastern Washington state
 

Thanks for the add. Been a HO and 1/8th scale model railroader for years and am going to downsize the HO and go to rc trucks and equipment, more inline with the large scale. I've lurked for a while and learned an amazing amount. Going to start with a Tamiya truck and work up. Bob

Re: Hello from eastern Washington state
 

Welcome to the forum Bob. We're glad to have you.

What model of truck are you starting with? & are you going to get a trailer?

- RCT

Re: Hello from eastern Washington state
 

Welcome aboard!
Cheers, Neil.

Re: Hello from eastern Washington state
 

Looking at an Aeromax and a flatbed.

Re: Hello from eastern Washington state
 

Not bad choices. Are you going to modify them or keep them 'box stock'? There are a lot of options for these kits, improvements of various kinds if you wanted. I kind of kept my Aeromax 'box stock' just because it was so simple and yet it has the right look. The Flat-Bed is pretty good (although I always thought it needed a bit of a stretching - just an inch or two), but it's not bad as a beginner set. :)

If I could suggest the addition of the MFU (for sound & light in the tractor) and the Motorized Support Legs (automatic landing gear) which make it fun to drop & hook your trailer. It also makes for a wonderful show piece when your finished. :D

Whatever you do, I'm sure it's going to be a great build. Take your time and do it your own way. Make sure it's what you want and always HAVE FUN - It's only a hobby. :cool:

- RCT

Re: Hello from eastern Washington state
 

Welcome railbob.... have fun... and just remember everything you do is yours to do. It is your creation. Have fun... Hey check out west coast mini truckers on the forum and FB...

Re: Hello from eastern Washington state
 

Thought for now I would get one built stock,then I would like to build a T800 dump truck like I use to drive. Love to do a B model Mack logger in 1/8th scale to go with railroad but thats fodder for daydreaming.