Green Globe First Build

[The Wurst]

Here is my first build. The plan is to go basic at first and build on it from there as I have time.

The Globe arrived this past April. And the fun began.:D
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/IMG_3001_zpsye4hqcig.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/IMG_3001_zpsye4hqcig.jpg.html)

Thank you Tower Hobbies.
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Time to take over the dining room table.
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Setting up the work area. My wife will never miss just one muffin pan.
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Putting the muffin pan to good use.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/IMG_3008_zpsgobvj9it.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/IMG_3008_zpsgobvj9it.jpg.html)

Getting the build started.
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More pics coming soon! :D

[Trucker_Jo]

Muffin pan.......Cool idea!

[up9018]

I like the muffin pan idea too. I bought a fishing box because it has a lid, and I need that. It saved me more than once :eek: Keep the pics coming, always like to see new builds.

[The Wurst]

I got the muffin pan idea from some of the guys here on the forum. It is really handy. It would be good if there was a lid that would contain the fasteners in case of a spill.

[The Wurst]

Moving along.

The rear axles.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/IMG_3221_zpsi4gmazrq.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/IMG_3221_zpsi4gmazrq.jpg.html)

Wheel assembly. The small magnetic tray worked great.
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The front suspension.
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And the gearbox
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I went with a 55 Turn Motor. I have ordered a 6T pinion gear. In the meantime I will use the stock pinion gear.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/IMG_3382_zpsxkgmzka7.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/IMG_3382_zpsxkgmzka7.jpg.html)
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Adding the stock fuel tanks.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/IMG_3389_zpship5c2qj.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/IMG_3389_zpship5c2qj.jpg.html)

Next step is paint. What color should I make it? I trolled through many photos online and used this great looking KW for my color inspiration.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/KW%20COE_zpscxhvoymb.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/KW%20COE_zpscxhvoymb.jpg.html)

More photos later, with paint! :bounce:

[1strodeo]

I like the muffin pan idea,, I eneded up using small little tupperware containers,,

[1strodeo]

How about this.
http://i754.photobucket.com/albums/xx186/str8nthino/Mobile%20Uploads/image.jpg (http://s754.photobucket.com/user/str8nthino/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image.jpg.html)

[The Wurst]

Wow that is a beautiful truck. I don't think my first build will look like that! I do plan on making changes over time to the basic build. I need to figure out the best way to add stripe and graphics. Thanks 1strodeo for sharing!

[janderson]

I like the green, and the second one the best!

[fhhhstix]

I got the muffin pan idea from some of the guys here on the forum. It is really handy. It would be good if there was a lid that would contain the fasteners in case of a spill.

Saran wrap is good for a lid it will at least keep it all in the pan, mixed up but in the pan.

Travis

[Animal]

Look forward to seeing it done. Inspired to Get back to work on mine so I can get it done and post some pics.

[FabOne]

GREAT pics with ongoing updates!

Keep'em coming.

-Terry

[Diesel Demond]

looking good!! green is good!

[up9018]

I like that long green K100. A bit of a different shade that what is normally used. Is that the color you are looking at using? Would make your truck different and stand out. The color of your magnet tray is a cool shade too.

Chris

[The Wurst]

Saran wrap is good for a lid it will at least keep it all in the pan, mixed up but in the pan.

Travis

Thats a good idea Travis. I will take mixed up in the pan anyday of the week over mixed up all over the table and floor!

[The Wurst]

I like that long green K100. A bit of a different shade that what is normally used. Is that the color you are looking at using? Would make your truck different and stand out. The color of your magnet tray is a cool shade too.

Chris

The color closer to the magnetic tray. I chose what was available at the local hobby store.

http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/IMG_3719_zpsev9ynbea.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/IMG_3719_zpsev9ynbea.jpg.html)

[The Wurst]

looking good!! green is good!

Thanks Diesel Demond. I was trying to go with a color you don't see much of. Just to be a bit different.

[The Wurst]

GREAT pics with ongoing updates!

Keep'em coming.

-Terry

Thanks Terry. More will be posted soon.

[The Wurst]

Look forward to seeing it done. Inspired to Get back to work on mine so I can get it done and post some pics.

Thanks Animal. I have been inspired as well by the builds I see on here. I am excited to get it finished for Indy 2015!

[The Wurst]

I like the green, and the second one the best!

janderson, I like elements of each one of the trucks. I really like the paint scheme of the second truck but also like the simplicity of the first one. I will probably take ideas from many sources.

[TRUCKMAKER]

Looks good, nice pictures. I like the first one but that's probably as much about the stretch as it is the color. You have a good idea about mixing it up a bit!

[toniolillo]

I like very much the paint colour

[The Wurst]

Primer then paint. I did all the spraying with aresol cans. I have read online that for a great paint job to use an airbrush. Anyone have experience on that topic?

http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/IMG_3726_zpspgovikty.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/IMG_3726_zpspgovikty.jpg.html)
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While the paint dried I worked on getting the chassis powered and controller configured. It was a success. Ran good. Still a little too fast though.:eek:
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Time for the fifth wheel and mudflaps.
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I had to get an idea how the new painted cab would look on the chassis. I am liking it. Not too fancy but I still am liking it. There is plenty of opportunity for customizing!:D
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And that is where I am up to now. I did get the 6T pinion gear in the mail yesterday along with an extra battery.

Thanks for looking!

[The Wurst]

Looks good, nice pictures. I like the first one but that's probably as much about the stretch as it is the color. You have a good idea about mixing it up a bit!

Hi Truckmaker. I do plan on doing the stretched frame. And of course the bling!!

[The Wurst]

I like very much the paint colour

Thanks Toniolillo. I'll have to think about adding stripes.

[up9018]

I like that color man!

If you want an simple alternative to adding stripes, mask the truck at the seam line above the door and paint the roof black. Go a bit further and mask the bottom at the seam line below the door, wrap the front and paint that black too. Will be just enough to set it off for a custom look without complicated striping. (Just a suggestion)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/471/19292434920_e39837b6dc_n.jpg

Don't forget to gloss coat the whole thing before you assemble the body.

Do you plan on putting a future stretch in it?

[The Wurst]

I like that color man!

If you want an simple alternative to adding stripes, mask the truck at the seam line above the door and paint the roof black. Go a bit further and mask the bottom at the seam line below the door, wrap the front and paint that black too. Will be just enough to set it off for a custom look without complicated striping. (Just a suggestion)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/471/19292434920_e39837b6dc_n.jpg

Don't forget to gloss coat the whole thing before you assemble the body.

Do you plan on putting a future stretch in it?

Thanks for the suggestion Up9018. I hadn't thought of that. I will consider for sure.
Gloss coat.... hmmmm..... that is a good idea. I wasn't going to but I probably should.
Yep there is a stretch planned in the future. I have read that the King Hauler frame will work nicely to make the stretch.

[janderson]

Looking good that green pops, you are already past it but for next time the bump and hole on roof, fill it. Most radios are now 2.4hhz and have short or no antenna's. yours looks to be short. I always fill my antenna holes in before painting with bondo or plastic model putty.

Just keep that in mind on your next build or if you ever decide to repaint this one for some reason.

example of one of my builds and filling it in.
http://www.tamiyausa.com/articles/building-the-grand-hauler-717?category_id=7&type=article#body

Keep the updates coming,

Joe

[fhhhstix]

I am fond of the green myself.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Green%20King/IM000659.jpg

As for covering the hole in the top I painted a snap cap white and put it on to look like a GPS receiver.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/globe/100_1264.jpg

[Greener]

I like the green cant wait to see it finished

[The Wurst]

Looking good that green pops, you are already past it but for next time the bump and hole on roof, fill it. Most radios are now 2.4hhz and have short or no antenna's. yours looks to be short. I always fill my antenna holes in before painting with bondo or plastic model putty.

Just keep that in mind on your next build or if you ever decide to repaint this one for some reason.

example of one of my builds and filling it in.
http://www.tamiyausa.com/articles/building-the-grand-hauler-717?category_id=7&type=article#body

Keep the updates coming,

Joe

Thanks Joe for sharing it always helps to see what others are doing with some of the details. I haven't worked with any body modifications yet but am looking forward to doing some in the future.

[The Wurst]

I am fond of the green myself.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Green%20King/IM000659.jpg

As for covering the hole in the top I painted a snap cap white and put it on to look like a GPS receiver.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/globe/100_1264.jpg

Hey Travis. That looks like that may be the same color green as the Green Globe!!
That is a great idea with the GPS receiver. I may try that for mine. What is a snap cap?

[The Wurst]

I like the green cant wait to see it finished

Thanks Greener. I feel the same way!!! :D

[fhhhstix]

Hey Travis. That looks like that may be the same color green as the Green Globe!!
That is a great idea with the GPS receiver. I may try that for mine. What is a snap cap?

http://www.pro-dec.com/

[BRICKNICK]

Thanks for the suggestion Up9018. I hadn't thought of that. I will consider for sure.
Gloss coat.... hmmmm..... that is a good idea. I wasn't going to but I probably should.
Yep there is a stretch planned in the future. I have read that the King Hauler frame will work nicely to make the stretch.

The king hauler frame makes the perfect length frame for a globe liner with that custom large car working truck look. I have one n I love the length.

[The Wurst]

http://www.pro-dec.com/

Thanks Travis. Now I know. :)

[The Wurst]

The king hauler frame makes the perfect length frame for a globe liner with that custom large car working truck look. I have one n I love the length.

That is exactly the look I am hoping for. Now I just need to find me a set of King frame channels.

[up9018]

Do you want to drill your own channels?

[The Wurst]

Do you want to drill your own channels?

For now I was thinking of trying to locate a stock pair of KH rails already drilled and ready to bolt up. I haven't asked yet on the forum but I would think there would be some around since a lot of guys upgrade to a stretched KH frame.

[1985 kenworth]

I built my globe "Poseidon" on KH frame rails and painted mine in Metalflake Emerald Green colour .Some minds think.alike...love your ice colour and it will look awesone...be proud my friend,great job so far

[up9018]

I have a set of stock KH frame rails I would be happy to donate to your fine build. PM me with some details so I can get them to you.

1985's Poseidon is the perfect stretch, didn't know it was on KH rails but it looks great.

Chris

[The Wurst]

I built my globe "Poseidon" on KH frame rails and painted mine in Metalflake Emerald Green colour .Some minds think.alike...love your ice colour and it will look awesone...be proud my friend,great job so far

I just checked out Poseidon. Great build. I love the detail you put into your rigs. My vision of what I want mine to look like is similar to what you have already built. Great minds think alike!
The IH grill on your truck made me think of my first truck, it was a COE IH. It was a little older (1985 ish) and raggedy when I got it. I had to keep a bungie cord handy and use it to keep the shifter from popping out of gear in PA on I-80. :eek: I would hook one end on the edge of the bunk and the other end around the shifter. That highway was really rough back then.
Back to the topic at hand, it's great to see cabovers on the forum. :D

[Kenworth_Aerodyne]

Great build love the green, The Hulk!:D

[The Wurst]

Great build love the green, The Hulk!:D

It is a Hulk color. I didn't see that before!!
Maybe I put on vinyls that say Hulk Trucking!! :lol:

[DieselKid]

Keep up the good work Brian! :)

-Alex

[The Wurst]

Keep up the good work Brian! :)

-Alex

Thanks Alex! I am getting close to finishing then I will start making upgrades. More pics coming soon!

[The Wurst]

The final group of photos through to the finished (for now) truck.

Added the fifth wheel and bumpers.

http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/IMG_3765_zpsrl6xbcwz.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/IMG_3765_zpsrl6xbcwz.jpg.html)

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Stacks, lights, mirrors, and handrails.

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Interior and grill.

http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o744/Brian_Wurst/RC%20Truck/IMG_3792_zpsxwdo3ett.jpg (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/Brian_Wurst/media/RC%20Truck/IMG_3792_zpsxwdo3ett.jpg.html)

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These are what I have at this time. I did a basic build and will make modifications later. I do want to thank everyone for their comments and ideas. I certainly take it all in and keep everything in mind as I make future changes.

Thanks for looking!!

[BRICKNICK]

Nice little work horse you built there bud. It's still got so much potential on which way she can head, any plans for a trailer?

[126happy]

look sweet man ... look sweet!!!

[The Wurst]

Nice little work horse you built there bud. It's still got so much potential on which way she can head, any plans for a trailer?

Thanks Bricknick. I have a lot ideas for the truck for sure, there is plenty of room for growth!!
As far as a trailer I am not real sure yet. I will be paying extra close attention at Indy this year to see what way I wanna go. I am thinking something that can be loaded and dumped.

[The Wurst]

look sweet man ... look sweet!!!

Thank you 126happy. I have been running it around the house and on the sidewalks (my dog is terrified of it). I have to do something about the bobtail situation though!

[bigford]

tankers look great behind cabovers

[up9018]

Came out great. Drive it around and enjoy it while you collect upgrade parts for a "winter upgrade project". I agree with Bigford, tankers look great behind cabovers.

Chris

[Gator]

Wow, great job, love the green.

[The Wurst]

tankers look great behind cabovers

I agree Bigford. That is a good idea and something to give some thought to.

[The Wurst]

Came out great. Drive it around and enjoy it while you collect upgrade parts for a "winter upgrade project". I agree with Bigford, tankers look great behind cabovers.

Chris

Thanks Chris I have already started looking at various parts for the upgrade. So many things to do and choices available. As far as a trailer... tanker has possibilities.

[The Wurst]

Wow, great job, love the green.

Thanks Gator. I was really happy with how the green turned out. Still thinking of stripe or paint scheme options to add to it.

[BRICKNICK]

tankers look great behind cabovers

That's what my k100 has behind it....a nice cabover tanker yanker

[Gator]

Having some years on the trails, your build brings back memories of the classics down on Hwy 27/441. Again, outstanding!

[The Wurst]

Having some years on the trails, your build brings back memories of the classics down on Hwy 27/441. Again, outstanding!

I agree Gator. Time to bring back some of the nostalgia in our RC world.