140H Grader

[rc_farmer]

Thanks Joe,
I take notes form the best. I have been doing some field-testing before I finally release it. Tweeking a couple of things to make it a lil more durable.

[hammer]

That is one sick looking machine very impressive can't wait to see the finished product.
Hammer

[cbazq271]

What do you cover the wood with?, Bondo, gel-coat?

[rc_farmer]

Sneaky-pete, thanks for the complments

Jammer, I appreciate the helpful information on parts to make this model possible.

Hammer, I should be putting the step ladder on today and she will be finished......WHEW!!!!

Cbazq271, To prep it, i used a balsa filler called Hobby-Lite. The filler is easy to use and contours very well. That sealed all the cracks and holes. I used a wood sealer/primer for base coat, then the Cat yellow........oh i almost forgot, 1st thing was to sand, sand,sand, sand up to and including the primer.

[cbazq271]

Originally Posted by rc_farmer

Sneaky-pete, thanks for the complments

Jammer, I appreciate the helpful information on parts to make this model possible.

Hammer, I should be putting the step ladder on today and she will be finished......WHEW!!!!

Cbazq271, To prep it, i used a balsa filler called Hobby-Lite. The filler is easy to use and contours very well. That sealed all the cracks and holes. I used a wood sealer/primer for base coat, then the Cat yellow........oh i almost forgot, 1st thing was to sand, sand,sand, sand up to and including the primer.

turned out great

[rc_farmer]

Some action shots

[ihbuilder]

Rob first glance of the 1st pic , I thought it was the real 1 looks great , another great build by you

[mazdaparts]

WOW I too thought the first few pics were of the 1:1 for comparison sake. You nailed it. Great Job.

[steamer]

Rob, Your grader build is awesome and knowing how it was built is amazing. Great work from a very skilled builder. We need one more picture though, you standing proudly beside it so we can see how big the model actually is.
Rob

[tc1cat]

Another outstanding build from an outstanding builder Unless someone knows, you would never guess there is wood under some of that paint.

[Car5858]

Love that grader, top shelf work if ya ask me.

Nice job

[JensR]

Great
And I mean "great" - not "great considering it's wood"

I'd love a play area like this close by #sigh#

Cheers
Jens

[Trucker Al]

All I can say is "WOW"

[modelman]

rc farmer-the model looks great and all systems seem to work flawlessly! Sit down and have a cold one. You deserve it!!

[rc_farmer]

Thanks EVERYONE for the kind words! There are 6 things I want to change on it........the WHEELS, these are bad for traction and steering, overall, I am satisified.

Here is a size comparison:

Build material: Wood
Build time: Approximately 1 year
Length: 43"
Width: (outside of tire-to-tire) 13"
Height (ground to top of Cab) 15"

[ddc333]

The final result is outstanding that first photo looks so real I had to check it was a model

I had a quick look back but couldn't see any reference what was the final scale ??

[steamer]

Rob. Thanks for the great photo. My complements again for such a great build. Anything on the burner yet for your next build.
Rob

[Brian in PA]

Rob, that is phenomenal!! I haven't viewed the thread for a while and I am astounded!! This is a great piece of work.

Brian

[Snochaser]

Absolutely awsome!!! Great job, Rob.

[Pippoe]

The grader looks fantastic and runs just as great.

..and a great presentation too. It can easily be mistaken for a real one!

WELL DONE!!

Cheers

Pip

..and I admire your perseverance.. I started my truck years ago and it still isnt' done.. and it's an easy project compared to yours.