Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
03-30-2014, 09:20 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,189
Re: Leaking Multi-stage Wedico Ram
Yup, got it a few weeks ago, just haven't had a chance to install it, had to go back to work this week. Maybe next time I'm home I can get it in. I did find out it does not come with mounting...
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Forum: General Discussion
03-18-2014, 05:21 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,022
Anyone heard or seen Russ from True Scale?
Has anyone heard from or seen Russ from True Scale?? I've been trying to get in touch with him for weeks and nothing.... If anyone see's him or talks with him let him know he needs to contact me...
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Forum: RCP’s Aluminum Gravel Boxes and Accessories
02-19-2014, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 103
Views: 50,714
Re: Half-round Dump Box
That gives me a inspiration as was contemplating the build of a Half Pipe frameless dump trailer. I just ordered a really nice ScaleArt Multi-stage ram that would work perfectly for a build like...
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
02-16-2014, 01:50 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,189
Re: Leaking Multi-stage Wedico Ram
Well, I took everyone's advice. I bit the bullet and purchased a ScaleArt cylinder. Expensive, but from what everyone is telling me, it's well worth it. I'd like to thank everyone for the advice!...
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Forum: Get it out of your system! HERE!
02-16-2014, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,416
Purchasing From ScaleArt
:mad:Has anyone else had problems buying from ScaleArt? I'm so flippin' frustrated!!:mad: All I want to do is order a dang Hydraulic cylinder!!! I keep getting a PayPal error "invalid token" what...
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Forum: Truck Building Tech
02-16-2014, 01:46 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,411
Re: Tire size
I forgot to mention the price is each not per pair. You may need to mod the tire or the rim slightly as these would be for Wedico type wheels, but you should be able to fit them to Steve's wheels as...
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Forum: Truck Building Tech
02-16-2014, 01:23 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,411
Re: Tire size
http://www.afv-model.com/4711shop/product_info.php?products_id=3598
Check these out. AFV has awesome tires, they are expensive though!! I've purchased some for my builds and I am very happy with...
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Forum: Highway Trucks and Trailers
02-02-2014, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,663
Re: Committed
Might want to consider "pre-owned" as well. You can get some pretty good deals out there with some upgrades already done. I've bought a couple and pulled them apart and reassembled them in a...
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
12-24-2013, 09:16 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,189
Re: Leaking Multi-stage Wedico Ram
Sounds good, Thanks guys for the help and advice. I assumed the Scale Art was double action as they showed it with two nipples, but the other one I am guessing would be where it attaches to the pump?...
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
12-24-2013, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,189
Re: Leaking Multi-stage Wedico Ram
Hey guys, thanks for the responses. I used the recommended hydraulic fluid from Wedico, didn't last long, then went with the ATF. From the words of wisdom, looks like I'll be saving to get a new...
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
12-23-2013, 01:33 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,189
Leaking Multi-stage Wedico Ram
Has anyone found a cure for the Wedico multi-stage ram leaks? Can the cylinders be rebuilt? I've tried thicker fluid (ATF) seamed to work for a while, but then blat! Projected like an infant with a...
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Forum: General Discussion
12-18-2013, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 8,405
Re: Resin cast W900A extended hood
Are you looking at casting yourself or out sourcing? Something that size would be fairly easy to cast yourself, thus reducing cost. I wouldn't worry too much about competing with the 3D printing....
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Forum: Highway Trucks and Trailers
10-25-2013, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 8,735
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Forum: Vendor Feedback
08-09-2013, 01:10 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,623
IHB
I just want to give Steve of IHB a Thank you!!! My order arrived the other day and my wife sent pics to me. They look amazing!! I can't wait to get home and install them on my project!! I order...
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Forum: Highway Trucks and Trailers
08-04-2013, 02:37 PM
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Replies: 75
Views: 24,682
Re: KW Daycab "Pipe Dream"
To bend PVC, use a heat gun. Work great! Oven will distort the whole piece as a heat is more concentrated and controlled
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Forum: Highway Trucks and Trailers
08-04-2013, 02:30 PM
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Replies: 75
Views: 24,682
Re: KW Daycab "Pipe Dream"
Woops! On the putty mix 1 inch of hardener to a golf ball size of putty. Not a foot! One last note 1000 grit is way too fine, you actually need to go coarser. Paint adheres on a chemical and...
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Forum: Highway Trucks and Trailers
08-04-2013, 02:27 PM
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Replies: 75
Views: 24,682
Re: KW Daycab "Pipe Dream"
Hey Bigrigger,
Benn reading your post. The issue with the putty is the prep in the surface you are putting it on. It has to be really clean especially being plastic. When they make plastic...
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Forum: Construction Equipment
06-19-2013, 01:24 PM
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Replies: 715
Views: 331,098
Re: Kenworth 850 Off Highway
I've been following this thread quite religiously, I've been trying to find words to appropriately describe how impressed I am with this truck and you building skills. I have a soft spot for log...
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Forum: Construction News
05-07-2013, 01:39 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 41,151
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Forum: Construction News
05-02-2013, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 41,151
Re: New Models from THS-Modell
Does anyone have a web-site/link to the Manufacturer? I'm interested if they are taking pre-orders. I've really set my eye on that loader. It's like a piece of functional art! Now I just have to...
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Forum: Highway Trucks and Trailers
01-09-2013, 08:23 AM
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Replies: 107
Views: 51,044
Re: Daycab workhorse Pacific P510 P
Lou, outstanding work! You have giving me insaration for my next build, I have a tri-axle chassis waiting for cab and drive train. I think I may go with a Pacific as well, I got into looking them up...
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Forum: Highway Trucks and Trailers
09-19-2011, 04:44 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 18,706
Re: My 2nd truck Pete 379 daycab
Amazing Craftsmanship Brian!! My hat's off to you sir! I'm fairly new to custom building trucks and I have seen some of the most amazing work on this forum, this goes for everyone. I will be...
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Forum: Freddybuilt goodies
09-18-2011, 09:17 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 58,418
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