Gotta start somewhere Globe liner and 3 axil Trailer

[RCLaser]

Well, I guess its time to get started on something.
I plan to build this Globe Liner and the 3 Axis Trailer as my first RC semi truck build. Not planning any modifications yet!! I want to do a complete build per the instructions so I have something to run ---- Then start on custom builds. I have already been using this fourm to look up details and guidance regarding Servo's and Bearings. Very helpfull. I'm sure I'll have more questions as I go.. I do love seeing all your builds and your helpfull comments.
couple of pictures of the boxes and the start.....
lets see if I can get this picture thing right.





Regards,
Jeff

[RCLaser]

Axle not Axis... opps !

[Brel]

nice looking kit
I never understood why USA trucks had such a long wheel base, where as European trucks seem short by comparison and can carry the same weight

[dabears]

Good choice on trucks! Course I love cab overs what color you going to make it?

[BRICKNICK]

Originally Posted by Brel

nice looking kit
I never understood why USA trucks had such a long wheel base, where as European trucks seem short by comparison and can carry the same weight

Because the road system in Europe and Asia are much smaller and tighter in comparison to the U.S n Canadian roadways. The reason for the longer wheelbase on American trucks is 1. The longer the wheelbase the smoother the ride 2. Because it looks bad *** and we can get away with them on our roadways. That's the reason most euro trucks are cabover because our long strait hoods don't do so well in there tiny little villages and towns. I have cousins in tge u.k. and when they came to New Jersey they were amazed by my dads long hook Peterbilts an Kenworths.

[Diesel Demond]

Long and low blowwin smoke!!!! yep gotta start somewhere great truck there fun!!

[cielo1889]

the build would be fun, cant wait to see more update.

[Brel]

Originally Posted by cielo1889

the build would be fun, cant wait to see more update.

aye same here

[RCLaser]

Update.
Did a little work on this last night... (then wanted to see it with some tires) so even though I am not at the step for tires I mounted them anyway (easy to remove as required).... quick pic

[dabears]

Im the same way when i build a Model or an RC as soon as it can sit on wheels the wheels go on

[RCLaser]

@debears (what color?)

Not sure yet... probally will only paint the cab (and interior) on this one to start....


so completed choices so far
Servo's - Futba 3003 - 3 speed gear shift
Futba 3004 - Stearing

Bearings vs bushings.... after reading all the comments I will try supplied bushings.. (If it is too loud while running - I will switch out to bearings later)

having trouble controling myself... want to make mods already (simple to start - longer rails.... thinking it will need longer rails at some point)

cant wait to have it running

thanks all for the comments

[glorydays24]

You can't go wrong with the globe, pretty nice kit. I know I really enjoyed building mine. And I like the reefer trailer, but I have heard good and bad about the trailer. Enjoy your builds, and happy truckin'.

Big John

[Izzy]

Got it done yet? Quit yakin and get to work!

[RCLaser]

Well, got some more time in last night...

So one thing (it is together and working) but this could be my first upgrade.
Is it normal for the suspension to have what I will call a fair amount of play?

First upgrade may be the dampers(shocks)..... I'll finish putting it together and run it before i decide ... but they seem suspect to me.

Still not to the step that you mount the wheels but I love looking at it with the tires on!!!

few more pictures.





Thanks for watching
Jeff

[tc1cat]

Better put in a gear reduction unit or go with a high turn motor with a 6 tooth pinion gear or you won't be happy Truck will be almost too fast to control unless you want to run around in 1st gear all of the time.

[Espeefan]

Well on your way, I see! It's funny, but after seeing so many stretched trucks being built on the forum, that frame looks ubber short!

[SWAGGER]

Originally Posted by Brel

nice looking kit
I never understood why USA trucks had such a long wheel base, where as European trucks seem short by comparison and can carry the same weight

Yeah the long hoods are bigger than Euro and Asian trucks but that Globe (or Freightliner in real life) looks to have the same wheelbase as any twin axel Scania, MAN, DAF, Renault, Volvo, Merc, Hino or Iveco.

Good start Laser, I have only built one kit so far myself and I really, really enjoyed it. Trying to get the money aside for upgrades and mods now and hopefully another kit in the future, maybe a Globe Liner or a King Hauler.

[RCLaser]

@tc1cat... Gear Reduction..-- Yea, Im sure I will need something in this area--- gear reduction- and 100+ other mods.... but want to get a runner up and enjoying it.. then start a 2nd (these things are like Layes potota chips I think... 1 will never be enough)

@espee... short rails .. --- It does look Short with all the modes and streched rails rigs on the form... maybe that will make it Uniquie in this case!!!!...

I enjoy the comments and customizing/option discussions - keep em commin'

did a bit more work last night on this (3 speed Tranny) Hope I got it right!!.. we will see soon....

Naked Tranny

Pants on!

Set it there (hmm should maybe rotate the moter 180 to put the wires on top) to see what it looks like


This Fourm has been very helpfull for researching everything from Bearings, to Radios so far.....

A special thanks to our Fourm hosts for all the effort you are putting in. THANKS!

jeff

[Stuart]

Nice start, a Globe was my first rig too, I still keep messing with it and changing/adding things!
Stu

[glorydays24]

Coming right along Jeff Now I know this is your truck, but may I make a suggestion? Paint the transmission cat yellow. I know you don't see much when the truck is on it's wheels, but if someone say's what does the under side look like? When they see the transmission, it adds eye candy. Just a thought.

Big John