Tracy Reiks 1978 A Model KW. "GETTING THERE"

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Well for those of you that like to play spot the project in my pictures here is one that I have been slowly working on the last 2 years and now it has my full attention. Good friend of mines 78 A Model going to try to copy it as much as I can I always have to change some minor things but that is it..

Here is a pick of the truck I am copying..
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/012-7.jpg

Not going to bore everyone with a step by step of how to do a frame so here it is..

Ok rolling chassis.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/001-7.jpg

Parts List:

Russ's 4 bag air ride
Russ's Cross Members
Russ's Hanger Bearing Cross Member
My Custom Rear Bumpers By Russ
Russ's Tank Hangers
Custom Profile Fuel Tanks By Russ
Steves Sweet Rims and Air Clears and Texas Blank
Travis's KWhopper Gril
Jon's Big 8's..

The rest I am making my self..So here is a good starting point. Got my .80 plastic on the roof so I can round the roofs more.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/001-7.jpg

Air Ride.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/002-10.jpg

Cross members
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/003-10.jpg

Rear Bumper and Taper
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Steve's wheels and Texas Blank
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/004-9.jpg

Ok roofs rounded and stacks mounted. Notice how the stacks sit up to the sleeper like they should and not over hang the door.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/007-5.jpg

This is why I make this plate that bolts to the stock mount holes and pushes the stack back to where it should be. This has also been done on the snow truck and the black and red Pete.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/008-9.jpg

Ok many have ask about my 5th wheel plates and the little bar sticking out the side well this is how I do it instead of the set up tamiya uses that is not scale looking by any means
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/009-6.jpg

Now here is something I would change normally is the tread plate I would go polished stainless but went with the PMD plate and rolled the edge of it to match the frame.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/010-5.jpg
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Then tranny mounted and I made my custom drive shafts like I do..
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/013-4.jpg
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If you Notice in the picks I have used the new scale bolts from RC4WD every where you can see a screw I wish I could put these on all my finished trucks but that would mean alot of repainting :eek: but they are great looking..

Ok poser shots as I am waiting on a few parts plus I am building some and I have some still to mount that will take some body work so check back..
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[dabears]

Man Paul another sweet looking build!!! Loving it already!!! Looks awesome!

[rockNmayhem]

Paul the truck is looking great. Keep it up. Can't wait to see some paint on it.

Tyler

[Claus]

And it's the right color to boot!

[sandfarmer]

This looks really nice! The wheels set if off for me and it really has a clean look.

Had a low battery glitch (I think) pop a yoke on a driveshaft today, I have the u-joints like yours so where's the best place to get those? May need some spares looks like...

[1985 kenworth]

yes man keep the pics coming.that is clever how you did the fifth wheel pull on the fifth wheel i like that looks more realistic and the rounded bunk top is the way it should look for the a-model kw's:D:D

[dmess62]

Looking good Paul. How do you lower the sleeper to match upn with the of the cab? I like how you moved the stacks back, I noticed that on your other truck.
Keep up the good work, and pics

[plow jockey]

Paul you nailed it!!Thats a great idea with the stacks and 5th wheel.Great work on the styrene.Cant wait to see some paint on it.Great job!!!

[Diesel Demond]

that red is gonna make that truck just pop. great selection for doing a copy of a 1:1 truck. another one were it cant be built fast enough for me

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Man Paul another sweet looking build!!! Loving it already!!! Looks awesome!

Thanks much Aaron.

Paul the truck is looking great. Keep it up. Can't wait to see some paint on it.

Tyler

Thanks Tyler

And it's the right color to boot!

Thanks Claus Red is my favorite color too..

This looks really nice! The wheels set if off for me and it really has a clean look.

Had a low battery glitch (I think) pop a yoke on a driveshaft today, I have the u-joints like yours so where's the best place to get those? May need some spares looks like...

These are RC4WD heavy plastic shafts I have not heard of them breaking but there is always a first they are on there web-sight and then I mod them with the stainless tubing and make them longer.

yes man keep the pics coming.that is clever how you did the fifth wheel pull on the fifth wheel i like that looks more realistic and the rounded bunk top is the way it should look for the a-model kw's:D:D

Thanks much I fireguard for sure you would notice the little changes that make a big difference in the look.. on that 5th wheel mod I forgot to say that the brass rod is bent in a loop with a brass washer braised on to it then it is screwed to the 5th. Keep a eye out I have some more detail you will like..

Looking good Paul. How do you lower the sleeper to match up with the of the cab? I like how you moved the stacks back, I noticed that on your other truck.
Keep up the good work, and pics

Thanks much dmess.. on the sleeper I cut 3/8 of a inch out above the rain channel around the sleeper just above the rivets then I glue it all back together.

Paul you nailed it!!Thats a great idea with the stacks and 5th wheel.Great work on the styrene.Cant wait to see some paint on it.Great job!!!

Thanks much Fred..

that red is gonna make that truck just pop. great selection for doing a copy of a 1:1 truck. another one were it cant be built fast enough for me

Thanks Cory..

Looking good Paul. Nice to see a Kenny build. Keep the photos coming.

Thanks much Chris..


Thanks for all the great comments guys I have been working on it more today so maybe some picks Monday night..

[Goose19]

love the ol' kw TC!!!

where do you get the scale bolts? might need those for my next one!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

love the ol' kw TC!!!

where do you get the scale bolts? might need those for my next one!

Thanks much Goose the bolts are at RC4WD.com is where you can get them.

[russisloud]

Very nice Mr.Paul

[gun]

The truck is looking good and with the color your going with it should look right at home with my 70 Wilson cow taxi !!!! Now get back to work and post us some pics.

[Kaf343]

Very nice looking Paul, I love the stack mounts and rolled edge plates. Very nice. Can't wait to see more.

[MACK Daddy]

what size rc4wd bolts did ya use Paul? 3mm?


Alfy

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Very nice Mr.Paul

Thanks much Russ

The truck is looking good and with the color your going with it should look right at home with my 70 Wilson cow taxi !!!! Now get back to work and post us some pics.

LoL:D you are right it will good thing I got one too..;)

Very nice looking Paul, I love the stack mounts and rolled edge plates. Very nice. Can't wait to see more.

Thanks much Keith..

what size rc4wd bolts did ya use Paul? 3mm?


Alfy

They are 3mm just like all the stock screws and I bought all the lengths they make so i am not wasting a long screw where i don't need it.

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Ok been working on the tuff stuff last few days.. Cutting these door handles in is no fun it all but I got 2 in the sleeper done but have to sink them in a bit more but they are close..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/024-2.jpg
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And I got the passenger side mirror built and mounted using the stock holes in the cab screwed in from the back side..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/003-11.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/004-10.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/005-9.jpg

what do you think??:cool:

[dabears]

I really like those mirror mounts!!! The door handles look great! Cant wait to see whats next!

[BRICKNICK]

I'm wondering where u got the door handles from? And those mirrors are awesome. Nice work tc.

[Tamiya Cowboy]

I'm wondering where u got the door handles from? And those mirrors are awesome. Nice work tc.

Thanks much Nick.. The handles I had a guy mill and he said it was no fun to try to get them to hold down so he is not to interested in making more..




OK got the mirrors done and all bolted on what do you guys think..:cool:

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/001-8.jpg
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[gun]

Those mirrors are sweet ! Can't wait to see more

[Bigrigger]

Looking good as usual TC! I like how you touched on ever little detail, the owner will really appreciate your craftsmanship! Hey, if you're ever thinking, "What do I do with this truck I just built? There's no room on my shelf for it..." just send it on over! :D Nice work, keep it up!

[Ace Trucker]

nce i like it so far

[wingnut163]

hello TC, your still doing nice work, yes its me, i am starting to get my head back on my shoulders. hope to get back to building again.
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[Dreamweaver]

Lookin Good Paul


Needs some shocks!!!:D

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Those mirrors are sweet ! Can't wait to see more

Thanks much Shane there is a set coming your way after we try to chrome a set first..

It is good to see a good builder getting better and better with each build. Very impressive Paul, keep up the good work.

Thanks Chris that means a lot coming from a master builder like you.

Looking good as usual TC! I like how you touched on ever little detail, the owner will really appreciate your craftsmanship! Hey, if you're ever thinking, "What do I do with this truck I just built? There's no room on my shelf for it..." just send it on over! :D Nice work, keep it up!

LOL Thanks Ken you know I cant do that right :cool:

nce i like it so far

Thanks much

hello TC, your still doing nice work, yes its me, i am starting to get my head back on my shoulders. hope to get back to building again.
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Good to see you around again thanks for the comment

Lookin Good Paul

Thanks much Mike..



Ill have a update tonight guys..


Needs some shocks!!!:D

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Little update got the tanks mounted just trying to fig out the steps now..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/002-15.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/001-11.jpg

[dabears]

Truck is looking good Paul!

[wingnut163]

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g89/wingnut163/Dump%20Truck%20Build/DumpTruckBuild_0204.jpg

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g89/wingnut163/Dump%20Truck%20Build/DumpTruckBuild_0187.jpg

maybe these would work,

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Truck is looking good Paul!


Thanks Aaron..

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g89/wingnut163/Dump%20Truck%20Build/DumpTruckBuild_0204.jpg

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g89/wingnut163/Dump%20Truck%20Build/DumpTruckBuild_0187.jpg

maybe these would work,

Thanks for the idea.. I am going to make the stock A model steps as in the pick of the real truck going to make them out of a block of PVC I have then send them off to get copied on a mill in Alum..

Just in case anyone noticed the tank looks like it is not sitting level its because the sleeper is not mounted..

[jetdog]

Man you got some awesome trucks an trailers an the detail you go to is amazing im in the process of changing my rigs around an you have given me some great ideas thank you sir.... subed to this

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Man you got some awesome trucks an trailers an the detail you go to is amazing im in the process of changing my rigs around an you have given me some great ideas thank you sir.... subed to this

Thanks much Jetdog.

[woodhog]

truck is coming along nicely.cant wait to see more:D

[Tamiya Cowboy]

truck is coming along nicely.cant wait to see more:D


Thanks woodhog.. sort of slow right now I am working on the steps and I have to finish the door handles then it is ready for paint.

[tbtrucking104customs]

awesome job Paul.. Is that truck from here or out state?

[Tamiya Cowboy]

awesome job Paul.. Is that truck from here or out state?

Tyler thanks much man.. This truck is out of Iowa good buddy of mine owns it..

[spudd]

Dang Paul...for ridin the short bus you do dang nice work...i thought all you boys in south dakota could do is make dust and corn.LMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Dang Paul...for ridin the short bus you do dang nice work...i thought all you boys in south dakota could do is make dust and corn.LMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Thanks much Spudd... Dont even get me started on you Min-NA-so-DA boys..

[spudd]

so who helps you with the big words????????????? LMFAO

[Tamiya Cowboy]

so who helps you with the big words????????????? LMFAO


I gots me mie edgamaktion in MANKAYTOE MN.. :D

[spudd]

That makes it all fit together now

[Tamiya Cowboy]

That makes it all fit together now

LMAO! I know right.. :D:eek:

[Exthood359]

Here you go buddy some shoots to work with of TL's A car.

I also threw a few other shoots in for you one you asked about and one of me to say HI.......

LOOKS LARGE....

Wade

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[petermoblin]

Sweet looking rides, I like the International Transport trucks. Wade, does your truck have pete suspension on it?

[Exthood359]

Yes it does.......

That was the thing to do in the early 80's was put a better riding suspension under the truck.

My truck was a glider when new. The owner put in a V12 detroit and Pete air ride.

[Brian in PA]

Wade does your truck still have the V-12?

[hougie]

Do you pull on that hitch pin or push it to make it work?

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Do you pull on that hitch pin or push it to make it work?

You push on it.

[tbtrucking104customs]

You push on it.
Is he talking about the trucks fifth wheel? If so yea you can push it in are pull it out. How it was set up on our trucks we had.

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Is he talking about the trucks fifth wheel? If so yea you can push it in are pull it out. How it was set up on our trucks we had.

No I understand and that is what I am saying you push down on the lever I put on the 5th it does not pull in and out..

[Exthood359]

Wade does your truck still have the V-12?

Brian,

No it doesn't but I have a twin turbo to put back in it at some point in time. If I can afford to feed it.

With the right injectors and settings without getting funky it will put 800 HP to the wheels.

[doodlebug]

Brian,

No it doesn't but I have a twin turbo to put back in it at some point in time. If I can afford to feed it.

With the right injectors and settings without getting funky it will put 800 HP to the wheels.

Cummin's???

Cheer's, Neil.

[Stylin n profilin]

Yes it does.......

That was the thing to do in the early 80's was put a better riding suspension under the truck.

My truck was a glider when new. The owner put in a V12 detroit and Pete air ride.

Man that would be awesome to have that buzzen dozen back under that cab:D:D:DThe ground would shake when you fire that up:eek:

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Ok getting somewhere again with the A Model got the test steps made for it.. I built them out of 1/4 plastic and .80 plastic and plastic tread plate. I still have to make the lower step but here is how they look so far even thou these are just proto types I am still going to repaint them and make them look the best I can till I get the new ones.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/001-55.jpg
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[DieselKid]

Looks awesome Paul! Nailed the look to a tee!

-Alex

[sneaky-pete]

The steps look great Paul......way better than the monogram steps on mine.:)

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Looks awesome Paul! Nailed the look to a tee!

-Alex

The steps look great Paul......way better than the monogram steps on mine.:)

Thanks guys and thanks Troy for letting me barrow you're step to scale it out I'll be sending mine to Russ to have them milled out after I make the lower step.

[BRICKNICK]

Thanks guys and thanks Troy for letting me barrow you're step to scale it out I'll be sending mine to Russ to have them milled out after I make the lower step.



The steps look awesome, so does this mean Russ is gonna be selling kw steps now? LOL

[ihbuilder]

The steps look awesome, so does this mean Russ is gonna be selling kw steps now? LOL

well there is someone making them but not this style

looks great Paul

[Tamiya Cowboy]

The steps look awesome, so does this mean Russ is gonna be selling kw steps now? LOL


Nope Russ will be doing just the "A" style but there is a guy I know I have seen the step and it is awesome infact I am to be on the list for a set IIIIIIIII think :rolleyes::D you might know him he makessssss ohhhh never mind you can figuar it out.. :D

[ihbuilder]

Nope Russ will be doing just the "A" style but there is a guy I know I have seen the step and it is awesome infact I am to be on the list for a set IIIIIIIII think :rolleyes::D you might know him he makessssss ohhhh never mind you can figuar it out.. :D

LOL :p yea I heard through the grape vine sometime around Jan/Feb he'll be running another run of them ;) :)

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Sweet deal Ill get with him let him know i need a set too..

[BRICKNICK]

Well I heard ill be number three on the list for a set of those steps in Jan/Feb. LOL

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Well I heard ill be number three on the list for a set of those steps in Jan/Feb. LOL

Sounds good Nick they are going to be nice to have..


Started breaking down the A model to get the frame painted and back together this week.

[Tamiya Cowboy]

well got the steps finished and the frame all painted and back together so here is a bunch a picks.

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Still got lots to do need to get the tranny painted and finish the door handles and some body work but then it will be ready for paint and then all the wiring and MFU and lights..

[plow jockey]

Paul you done a great job on those steps. I love that red frame, it really pops! Can't wait to see the cab painted.

[Espeefan]

Oh, that cab is looking really nice Paul! Those Kenworth style fuel tank mounts - may ask where you got them? I thought Russ was making those, but I've never seen any mention of them in his vendor section.

[woodhog]

looks really good can't wait to see her done!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

my god, that is sweet! just ordeing a load of parts from Ric at Garden Trucking, ive decided not to do a daycab, so ive got 3 inch extensions, 2 polished aluminum 105mm tanks and straps, fender blinker lights, under step lights, under sleeper lights, aluminum vortex air cleaners, 8 inch bull pipes, single head lights, universal driveshaft with hanger bearing, texas square bumper and 16 led's so far lol, just waiting on Brian for conformation on the grills :)

Oh and stylin n profilin' for the Pete front fenders

That is going to be a great build can't wait to see you start that.

Paul you done a great job on those steps. I love that red frame, it really pops! Can't wait to see the cab painted.

Thanks much Fred I'm getting close now.

Oh, that cab is looking really nice Paul! Those Kenworth style fuel tank mounts - may ask where you got them? I thought Russ was making those, but I've never seen any mention of them in his vendor section.

Thanks Alot Nate the Kw tank brackets came from Russ at the bone yard.

looks really good can't wait to see her done!

Thanks Wood Hog

[Diesel Demond]

man that red frame is so sweet. red on red with white stripes is awesome! truck is looking real good!

[Brian in PA]

You've captured the look real well Paul

[Tamiya Cowboy]

man that red frame is so sweet. red on red with white stripes is awesome! truck is looking real good!

Thanks much Cory..

You've captured the look real well Paul

Thanks Brian..

[tbtrucking104customs]

nice work Paul real nice work!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

nice work Paul real nice work!

Thanks much Tyler..



Well I have the door handles all cut in and the cab lights showed up from PMD and I like these much more than the stock Tamiya ones also got the swan from Ric and the emblems I need and and this is now ready to go to paint..

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[Espeefan]

Very nice, Paul! This is going to be a sharp truck when done!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Very nice, Paul! This is going to be a sharp truck when done!

Thanks Nate.. Yep I picked one up to try it out as a custom build I am doing the owner wants one on his truck so I wanted to check it out before I used one on a customers truck and I am happy with it.

[dirthalr]

Wow this is a cool truck. Awesome skills.

[Claus]

That is one sharp rig!

[1985 kenworth]

hey paul..you know i am very partial to kenworth trucks so already i love this build and what is truly great about this is your attention to detail right down to the door handles..good stuff my friend ...the gent should be proud of this build ...i know i am for you for what you have done on this:cool:

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Wow this is a cool truck. Awesome skills.

Thanks dirthair

That is one sharp rig!

Thank you Craig

hey paul..you know i am very partial to kenworth trucks so already i love this build and what is truly great about this is your attention to detail right down to the door handles..good stuff my friend ...the gent should be proud of this build ...i know i am for you for what you have done on this:cool:

Thanks A lot Dwayne the ower of the truck dont know that I am building it same as the owner of the SNOW truck but I am going to bring them to a truck show this summer were both these trucks are at every year and spring them on them..

Thank You again..

[1985 kenworth]

that is so thoughtful of you to do that:)..that will be a pleasant surprise for them i bet the look on their faces will definetly be a kodak moment:eek:i would like to be a fly on the wall there when you present them to them..good going :cool:paul

[Tamiya Cowboy]

that is so thoughtful of you to do that:)..that will be a pleasant surprise for them i bet the look on their faces will definetly be a kodak moment:eek:i would like to be a fly on the wall there when you present them to them..good going :cool:paul


Well Snow is in his 70's and we will get picks when it happens TL in my age mid 30's and we will gets picks of him when we do it too so it will be pretty cool when it happens..

[tracksntreadslou]

Paul that looks awsome,,Door handles , mirrors.. great detail, Gotta like those older Kennys

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Paul that looks awesome,,Door handles , mirrors.. great detail, Gotta like those older Kenny's

Thanks Much Lou for the great comment..


Little update had a good friend of mine paint it for I got too many irons in the fire right now with the hobby and work so Mike painted it and did a killer job on it so Thank You Very Much Mike..

So here are some update picks..
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/001-2.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/002-3.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/003-8.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/004-8.jpg

Got these awesome door handles Russ made for me sanded and polished witch was not easy it all..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/005-7.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/006-8.jpg

Made a radio antenna for the drivers side of the cab this is not a CB antenna..

Took 2 small flat head screws and took a file and V'd out the slot so the antenna wire fit in it. Then took very lite gauge copper strand wire and wrapped it around the wire and screw head back and forth.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/007.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/008-4.jpg

Then brushed flux all over the head and wire then soldered it and this is what you end up with.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/010-11.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/011-9.jpg

Then here are some poser picks.. I polished up one of Travis's great KW grills and polished up a Texas Blank and a set of AC's From IHB and added a set of Kenworth emblems and Swan from PMD that is where I am now..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/012.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/013-23.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/014-22.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/015-23.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/016-8.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/018-14.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/019-14.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/020-5.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/021-9.jpg

So now I am waiting on some MFU lights I ordered from tamiya USA and a rear shaft from Rc4wd and a set of FUEL TANKS! :rolleyes: and I can finisher her up..

[plow jockey]

Talk about bringing it to the next level!! The details are amazing!! Sweet build!! Great job Paul!!

[dirthalr]

Awesome build! There was a guy that used to haul a.c. to the hotplant that had this exact same truck in 1:1. I'm going to show him this, he will flip. I Really like the mirror brackets. Did you make them?

Jimmy

[Kaf343]

Paul, another great build. Every inch of it is awesome, just incredible. Great job.

[Espeefan]

Really nice work, Paul. Out of all the trucks you've built, I think I'd pick this one as a favorite. Probably your IH COE also, but this one just looks sharp. I like the antenna and the mirror brackets too. Did you paint or chrome those parts after making them? It almost does look like chrome to me, but I can't tell for sure. Beautiful.

[Bigrigger]

What an update!!! That is one killer truck, I am sure the guy this is for is dying to get his hands on it!

I have one question; what did you use for the mesh behind the grille? I have found that that mesh really adds a lot of realism!

Sweet rig, I can't wait to see some headlights on it! :D

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Awesome mate, real nice build

Thanks Sharkey

Talk about bringing it to the next level!! The details are amazing!! Sweet build!! Great job Paul!!

Thank you very much Fred..

Awesome build! There was a guy that used to haul a.c. to the hotplant that had this exact same truck in 1:1. I'm going to show him this, he will flip. I Really like the mirror brackets. Did you make them?

Jimmy

Thanks Jimmy.. Yes the brackets I made them out of brass..

Paul, another great build. Every inch of it is awesome, just incredible. Great job.

Thanks much Keith

Really nice work, Paul. Out of all the trucks you've built, I think I'd pick this one as a favorite. Probably your IH COE also, but this one just looks sharp. I like the antenna and the mirror brackets too. Did you paint or chrome those parts after making them? It almost does look like chrome to me, but I can't tell for sure. Beautiful.

Thank You Nate.. The Antenna I did not have to do anything to just left it raw The brackets I used Duplacolor Chrome on them and the steps..

What an update!!! That is one killer truck, I am sure the guy this is for is dying to get his hands on it!

I have one question; what did you use for the mesh behind the grille? I have found that that mesh really adds a lot of realism!

Sweet rig, I can't wait to see some headlights on it! :D

Thanks much Bigrigger.. I am waiting on the clear lenses to come in I have alum trim rings for them the mesh is stock tamiya grill mesh painted chrome.. And this truck is a copy of a friend of mine truck but it is my personal toy not a customers..

Thanks for all the great comments guys..

[Diesel Demond]

paul that is a master peice and the process u used to bring out the small details is sweet and really make the truck stand apart. great work those antennas are sick

[petermoblin]

Think I'll have to go with Nate on this one Paul, amazing build! Love the radio antenna idea and the door handles look just like the ones on my 1:1 kw.

[dabears]

Looking very cool!! Love the mirror mounts!!

[404]

This is a solid 10/10 build, a fair bit of shine but not too much. I can't wait to see it hooked to a trailer.

[dmess62]

Flawless paint and the radio antenna is a great touch

[Claus]

I'd be proud to own that one!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Paul that is a master piece and the process u used to bring out the small details is sweet and really make the truck stand apart. great work those antennas are sick

Thanks much Cory

Think I'll have to go with Nate on this one Paul, amazing build! Love the radio antenna idea and the door handles look just like the ones on my 1:1 kw.

Thanks Much Buddy.. You still state side?

Looking very cool!! Love the mirror mounts!!

Thanks Aaron

This is a solid 10/10 build, a fair bit of shine but not too much. I can't wait to see it hooked to a trailer.

Thanks 404

Flawless paint and the radio antenna is a great touch

Thanks Dave

I'd be proud to own that one!

Thank You Claus..

Thanks for all the great comments guys.. Just waiting on some more parts and some time and Ill have another up date..

[Snochaser]

Wow looks really good Paul. Mirror brackets? The paddle latches Russ did are nice! I may be in the market for 8 of them. The paint and lines are crisp as can be! Did you paint this one?

Ben

[Brel]

Nice paint work on the truck by your friend
I like your idea for the radio aerial

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Wow looks really good Paul. Mirror brackets? The paddle latches Russ did are nice! I may be in the market for 8 of them. The paint and lines are crisp as can be! Did you paint this one?

Ben

Nope Ben I just did not have the time so a buddy of mine that owns a body shop finished the cab I did the frame and gave him the paint for the rest and Mike did a killer job..

Nice paint work on the truck by your friend
I like your idea for the radio aerial

Thank you very much Brel its good to hear from you..

[russisloud]

FUEL TANKS! :rolleyes: and I can finisher her up..



:D:p:D

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Well she is complete MFU and all full lighted rear light bar with all the lights working with driving lights/blinkers and break lights off the mfu..

Here she is..
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/087.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/087.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/088.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/088.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/089.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/089.jpg.html)

Right down to the DOT plate on the frame copied off the real truck.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/090.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/090.jpg.html)

2 weeks Ill get picks of it setting on the deck plate of the real truck at a truck show..

[Lmackattack]

Nice rig... Love the paint job! Can I ask where you got the headlights?

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Nice rig... Love the paint job! Can I ask where you got the headlights?

Thanks much... They are from PMD they are the pete dual round headlights taken apart.

[Lmackattack]

Thanks for the info...I'm building up a Pete 352 and those look like they would fit the build..


We need to see a night shot!

[plow jockey]

Another awesome build. Love the red. Great job!

[petermoblin]

That truck is killer, any pics with the lights on? Would that show happen to be the wheel jam show?

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Thanks for the info...I'm building up a Pete 352 and those look like they would fit the build..


We need to see a night shot!

Ill stick it on the bench and get some picks and video of the lights for yeah..

Another awesome build. Love the red. Great job!

Thanks much Fred..

That truck is killer, any pics with the lights on? Would that show happen to be the wheel jam show?

Its going to wheel jam net week but Tracy's show in Hubbard is the weekend after he has not seen it yet Wade and I will sneak it on the deck plate when he is not looking and surprise him..

Glad to hear from you buddy hope all is well..

[Kaf343]

Awesome Paul, real show stopper. Can't wait to see it with the 1:1

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Thanks much Keith Ill get picks in 2 weeks at the next show..

Here is a pick of the mfu install.. I just need to bend a lipo battery holder to go on top of the control box and also so picks with the lights on..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/001-10.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/001-10.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/002-5.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/002-5.jpg.html)

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/003-5.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/003-5.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/004-3.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/004-3.jpg.html)

And here is a short video of the full working light bar.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI-A09daqXg&list=UUcHiJRqEs288OLIKP6kDHVQ&index=1

[BRICKNICK]

Wow Paul......that baby is so nice

[Lmackattack]

Looks killer with all those lights...Very nicely done...

Have you thought about changing out the super white led headlights to a yellow glow led...it might make it look more "old school" or are you sticking with a more modern look....?

[Espeefan]

That's awesome! More photos, please! Outdoors? This is one of my favorite trucks of yours, Paul. Couldn't have turned out any nicer!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Wow Paul......that baby is so nice

Thanks Much Nick.

Looks killer with all those lights...Very nicely done...

Have you thought about changing out the super white led headlights to a yellow glow led...it might make it look more "old school" or are you sticking with a more modern look....?

Thanks Lmack.. Not going to worry about that..

That's awesome! More photos, please! Outdoors? This is one of my favorite trucks of yours, Paul. Couldn't have turned out any nicer!

Thanks much Nate.. LOL yeah that was the plan to get a bunch of picks of a bunch of my trucks out side this weekend but with a total of over 8 inches of rain this weekend and no sun ever that idea will have to wait till the show next weekend.

[Stickman]

I'm mostly a Peterbilt guy, but always loved a nice A model. Truck looks like it could be straight from the 70s or 2013. I love that.

[straightpipejakebrake]

Awesome truck man!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

I'm mostly a Peterbilt guy, but always loved a nice A model. Truck looks like it could be straight from the 70s or 2013. I love that.

Awesome truck man!

Thanks for the great complements on the A Model guys..

[1985 kenworth]

love it ....love it.....those kw steps man you could market them i bet they would sell out ...i know because i would be in for a few for now and future kw builds;)looks great paul as usual its a :jaw:

[Tamiya Cowboy]

love it ....love it.....those kw steps man you could market them i bet they would sell out ...i know because i would be in for a few for now and future kw builds;)looks great paul as usual its a :jaw:

Thanks very much Dwayne..

[Stuff]

awesome how the sleeper comes up and off. really nice rig!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Finally got some out door shots of my trucks so here is the A Model.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/006-5.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/006-5.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/007-3.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/007-3.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/008-6.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/008-6.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/009-10.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/009-10.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/010-4.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/010-4.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/011-6.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/011-6.jpg.html)

Had a little photo shoot at the truck show with the real A Model and a custom built DCP of the A Model a guy made and the owner of Largecar Mag was taking picks of them with the 1:1 for the Mag..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/ColtonTruckrupNehring1.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/ColtonTruckrupNehring1.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/IMG_20130608_114837_0242.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/IMG_20130608_114837_0242.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/IMG_20130608_114212_4512.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/IMG_20130608_114212_4512.jpg.html)
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/IMG_20130608_114413_5222.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/Truck%20Picks/IMG_20130608_114413_5222.jpg.html)

[Espeefan]

Awesome! Paul did you build this truck for Tracy, or for yourself, just as a replica? I'd have a hard time letting one like this go, if it was for someone else. Between this KW and your IH COE, I can't decide which I like better. This is one of my favorites though. Beautiful truck, in every way!

[Bigrigger]

This truck is fantastic! The comparison is great, too! It shows how realistic and accurate it is! I agree with Nathan, these rigs are incredible! :D

[sneaky-pete]

WOW:eek:
This truck is the bomb!
I love the hood detail:D

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Awesome! Paul did you build this truck for Tracy, or for yourself, just as a replica? I'd have a hard time letting one like this go, if it was for someone else. Between this KW and your IH COE, I can't decide which I like better. This is one of my favorites though. Beautiful truck, in every way!

Thanks again Nate.. No I built this truck for me the owner of the real one is a good friend and I just love his truck so a mini was in order..

This truck is fantastic! The comparison is great, too! It shows how realistic and accurate it is! I agree with Nathan, these rigs are incredible! :D

Thanks again Bigrigger

WOW:eek:
This truck is the bomb!
I love the hood detail:D

LOL:lol: Thanks Troy.. The hood.. I know right.. NAILED IT!!

[BRICKNICK]

Man Paul you build the nicest Trucks, they re exactly the style I'm a fan of kind of the working class hero style. Great job on this one.

[tracksntreadslou]

Wow Paul ..Nice work ..I cant beleive the caliber of work thats coming out of this forum .machining ..Metal/styrene work .Paint ..Details ..Show trucks ..Another to add to my favs ..

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Man Paul you build the nicest Trucks, they re exactly the style I'm a fan of kind of the working class hero style. Great job on this one.

Thanks very much Nick.. That is the style I like we call them "working show rigs"

Wow Paul ..Nice work ..I cant beleive the caliber of work thats coming out of this forum .machining ..Metal/styrene work .Paint ..Details ..Show trucks ..Another to add to my favs ..


Thanks very much Lou...

[Exthood359]

Paul,

I didn't get to go outside and see the photo shoot I had to watch the booth for the DCP guy to go outside with you. Very nice. I love the long hood on that truck and the great detail you did on it all Great job.

I will let you know on Thursday if I'm going over to Walcott. I passed the info on the hotel to my buddy. If I come over I will be bring Teddy with me Quomone.

Awesome build
Wade

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Paul,

I didn't get to go outside and see the photo shoot I had to watch the booth for the DCP guy to go outside with you. Very nice. I love the long hood on that truck and the great detail you did on it all Great job.

I will let you know on Thursday if I'm going over to Walcott. I passed the info on the hotel to my buddy. If I come over I will be bring Teddy with me Quomone.

Awesome build
Wade

Thanks Much Wade... Roger That On Walcott.

[1985 kenworth]

outstanding work as usual paul :jaw:i know you are like me you don't sell any of your trucks but if you ever decide to let this one go ........i will gladly take it off your hands :D:D....so whats next ?:bounce:

[Tamiya Cowboy]

outstanding work as usual paul :jaw:i know you are like me you don't sell any of your trucks but if you ever decide to let this one go ........i will gladly take it off your hands :D:D....so whats next ?:bounce:

Hey Big D sorry I missed your comment.. Thanks much for the great comment no I am not big on selling any of my trucks I have learned my lesson it is too hard to see your builds wrecked when you sell them the owner of this truck is hot on getting it but he dont have a very good chance either..

Whats next? have to finish the Hot Irons, I have 2 other show trucks for clients I am also working on I have enuff parts to build 3 more trucks for myself then I am done building new trucks for myself just going to work on details for there on out on what I have.. I have finally reached a goal I have had for a long time so picks to come on that..

[Diesel Demond]

"MAD SKILLS"

[Radio Control Trucker]

Paul, as always, you are a Master-Modeler. I don't blame you for not selling your trucks; I wouldn't sell my trucks either. :D :eek: :D

All of your trucks look great. Keep posting photos. :) :)

- RCT

[bigdogrod]

dam nice work, what's the little truck on the deck of the r/c, matchbox?

[Diesel Demond]

Paul, as always, you are a Master-Modeler. I don't blame you for not selling your trucks; I wouldn't sell my trucks either. :D :eek: :D

All of your trucks look great. Keep posting photos. :) :)

- RCT
i was lucky enough to get one and sold it! still kicking myself!! STUPID:eek:

[Goose19]

:cool:Super cool as always Paul, amazing how perfect it fit on the step of the 1:1. :D

[1985 kenworth]

awesome paul :bounce:

[Tamiya Cowboy]

"MAD SKILLS"

Paul, as always, you are a Master-Modeler. I don't blame you for not selling your trucks; I wouldn't sell my trucks either. :D :eek: :D

All of your trucks look great. Keep posting photos. :) :)

- RCT

dam nice work, what's the little truck on the deck of the r/c, matchbox?

i was lucky enough to get one and sold it! still kicking myself!! STUPID:eek:

:cool:Super cool as always Paul, amazing how perfect it fit on the step of the 1:1. :D

awesome paul :bounce:

Thanks much guys..

[bowtiebuba350]

Every time I see one of your builds I'm impressed

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Every time I see one of your builds I'm impressed

Thanks Much Buba

[GripStigma]

I love this build! Is there somewhere I can get these stacks? I love how they are moved over! Please let me know, I'd truely appreciate it!!

[Mojave450rider]

Well executed clean build!

[jffhrvstr]

That is a work of art! It turned out great!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

I love this build! Is there somewhere I can get these stacks? I love how they are moved over! Please let me know, I'd truely appreciate it!!

Well executed clean build!

That is a work of art! It turned out great!

Hey Thanks much guys for all the great comments this truck is truly a labor of Love for me do to my connection to the real truck but I could not of pulled it off with out the great vendors on this board and friends...

[Claus]

Best looking truck you have built (in my humble opinion) Paul.

[Northern Farmer]

Georgeous simply georgeous you sir can make a living selling these one of a kind rigs! :D

[Cossett]

Fabulous

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Best looking truck you have built (in my humble opinion) Paul.

Thanks very much Claus it is one of my favorites. LOve running this truck it is so smooth and heavy it just driver really nice and lights up good

Georgeous simply georgeous you sir can make a living selling these one of a kind rigs! :D

Thank you very much thats very kind

Fabulous

Thanks Cossett

[WillsIH]

I really wish i could sit down and pick your brain on some of your technique. So many great trucks, and each one looks better then the last.

[Tamiya Cowboy]

I really wish i could sit down and pick your brain on some of your technique. So many great trucks, and each one looks better then the last.


Send me a PM I can answer your questions.

[1985 kenworth]

You are one of many great builders on this forum..you build very nice trucks ..each one cooler ...badder than the last ..keep up the great work sir paul:):bounce:

[jffhrvstr]

That is an awesome truck, you did a great job on it! I can't believe how you got it to look just like the real truck, very impressive on all the detail you did on it!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

You are one of many great builders on this forum..you build very nice trucks ..each one cooler ...badder than the last ..keep up the great work sir paul:):bounce:

That is an awesome truck, you did a great job on it! I can't believe how you got it to look just like the real truck, very impressive on all the detail you did on it!

Thanks much guys.. I am lucky to have such a awesome painter to paint my trucks now a days..

[bigford]

killer truck as always paul!!!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

killer truck as always paul!!!


Thanks buddy. The owner of the real truck wants it but I cant part with it.

[Bo Wallen]

A true Beauty..........So now you Build a copy ? :cool: