Custom Pete

[fhhhstix]

I am finally going to do a Pete. Here is the truck I am using for the inspiration.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/IMG00115-20110331-1105.jpg (http://s574.photobucket.com/user/brokenb4/media/Custom%20Pete/IMG00115-20110331-1105.jpg.html)

I will be using this new set of frame rails I got from Steve.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_1989_zps969dc2fa.jpg (http://s574.photobucket.com/user/brokenb4/media/Custom%20Pete/100_1989_zps969dc2fa.jpg.html)

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_1991_zps256be143.jpg (http://s574.photobucket.com/user/brokenb4/media/Custom%20Pete/100_1991_zps256be143.jpg.html)

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_1990_zps75dcc5d4.jpg (http://s574.photobucket.com/user/brokenb4/media/Custom%20Pete/100_1990_zps75dcc5d4.jpg.html)

I have some other parts coming from Steve and a new king hauler kit ordered from my LHS.

Travis

[dabears]

Those rails look sweet!!! I like 'em!!
About time you start this truck Travis!! Cant wait to see it come along!!

[Dairyland Trucker]

I am waiting to see how you do the outlaw style front fenders looks like you have a great start Travis can't wait to see the next steps...

[fhhhstix]

Those rails look sweet!!! I like 'em!!
About time you start this truck Travis!! Cant wait to see it come along!!

I am waiting to see how you do the outlaw style front fenders looks like you have a great start Travis can't wait to see the next steps...

Thanks guys, I started on the air ride today. Here are some pics of today's progress.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2003_zpsa030b6f5.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2004_zps75fe09ca.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2005_zps97aefddf.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2006_zps0ada514b.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2007_zpsd3fcf37d.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2008_zps38040fdb.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2009_zps6369a811.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2010_zps79d92357.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2011_zpsa92ccbed.jpg

Thanks
Travis

[Dreamweaver]

Lookin good Travis

[dabears]

im liking that suspension!!!

[dmess62]

Now that's something completely different. I like it. Great start

[TRUCKMAKER]

Nice start Travis, I like the spring hangers, are the spring leaves cut out of steer springs or did you form them?

[fhhhstix]

Lookin good Travis

im liking that suspension!!!

Now that's something completely different. I like it. Great start

Nice start Travis, I like the spring hangers, are the spring leaves cut out of steer springs or did you form them?


Thanks guys for the comments.

The spring leaves are from a Juggernaut. I cut out the center pin and removed the other two leaves then drilled the hole out to 3mm. Since these leaves are longer than the semi leaves I used the center hole in the leaf as the rear axle mount hole and drilled the other closer to the eye of the leaf.

I decided the front suspension needed to be a little different to so I made the hangers for it as well. Being a Pete and needing to move the axle forward I put the spring mount hole in the front of the new brackets. I also made the bracket wide enough so I did not need the plastic spacers the stock suspension uses. I also bushed all of the holes with a brass bushing so I have a replaceable wear item instead of having to make new parts later. Well enough chit chat here are some pics.

:update::bounce::jump:

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2012_zps8a0dadcb.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2013_zps67b01165.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2014_zps258e0ae9.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2015_zps9f059843.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2017_zpsc484cd56.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2018_zpsea85b5ae.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2019_zps35da1751.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2020_zps34c0f086.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2021_zpscb0acbcf.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[1985 kenworth]

nice work so far travis...must be cool to have your own machinery to build whatever you want...i gotta get me some of that:D

[Izzy]

Buddy - your machining keeps getting better and better ..... realy nice work on those hangers and such. I like!

[fhhhstix]

nice work so far travis...must be cool to have your own machinery to build whatever you want...i gotta get me some of that:D

Buddy - your machining keeps getting better and better ..... realy nice work on those hangers and such. I like!

Thanks guys I keep working at it. I definitely think these fancy frame rails deserve some better parts mounted to them.

Travis

[Mama Sue]

I can hardly wait to see it finish. Wow!

[fhhhstix]

I can hardly wait to see it finish. Wow!

Thanks Sue, it may take me a while but I will get there.

:update:

Here are some update pics. The suspension is mounted and almost done. I was also able to get the CAT engine and the trans mounted :eek:. Well good thing it is a Highway truck because once the engine and trans were mounted, I now have almost no ground clearance. The front bumper should help plow the way so the trans doesn't drag.:D I also milled out a new front crossmember/engine mount/ bumper mount.


http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2022_zps28befa9b.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2023_zpsc5d1012e.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2024_zps8937c71b.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2026_zps76b798b2.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2027_zps4ec74db4.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2028_zps8cd3b5a7.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2029_zpsc8bfaf1a.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2030_zps60bedc26.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2031_zpsbd895b3c.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2032_zps8539c5d6.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[SmallHaul]

Your suspension design looks good. Nice machining work too.

[Straywolf]

Wow i truly enjoy everyone's work here on and the and this build look's like it's going excellent!! Keep up the great work and i can't wait to see more pic's of this build. Excellent work sir.

Mike

[pigeonfarmboy]

You use a tumbler for the mounts? Look great since I saw them only yesterday!

[fhhhstix]

Your suspension design looks good. Nice machining work too.

Thanks Scott, I have been using the mill more lately and I am learning as I go. Lynn (tc1ct) has been a big help.

Wow i truly enjoy everyone's work here on and the and this build look's like it's going excellent!! Keep up the great work and i can't wait to see more pic's of this build. Excellent work sir.

Mike

Thanks Mike I appreciate the compliment.


You use a tumbler for the mounts? Look great since I saw them only yesterday!

Thanks Nate, I cleaned them up in the blast cabinet.

Travis

[heavy_duty]

Travis,great job.this build is bad to the bone.Keep it coming.

Ed

[BRICKNICK]

This baby is coming along nicely. I like it.

[Petedrivinman]

nice looking build i like the front spring shackles there awesome

[fhhhstix]

Travis,great job.this build is bad to the bone.Keep it coming.

Ed

Thanks Ed, I am working on it to try and have it ready for Indy.

This baby is coming along nicely. I like it.

Thanks.

nice looking build i like the front spring shackles there awesome

Thanks.


Well here are some updated pics. I did some more milling on the rear spring mounts and made the top air bag mounts. I am just using screws to set the ride height for now but I hope to have the air bags done this week end.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2046_zps6a1d6cde.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2047_zps58c08fc9.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2045_zpse829f0ab.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[spudd]

Lookin good corky!!!

[R.J.F Transport]

any plans on making and selling those front hangers

[CustomRCmodels]

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2031_zpsbd895b3c.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

Very cool Catman !
so ... you got a gear-motor inside that CAT engine ?

[tc1cat]

You are correct, Willy. Plus it is a very small gear motor :eek:
I must agree with Izzy and PFB, Travis. You are getting much better at machining and what a difference a couple of days make. All I remember was some fancy frame rails and some raw machined parts on Sat.

Might have a package headed your way Friday :bounce::bounce:

[JAMMER]

Travis your looking good. Got a nice start, keep up the good work. Ed

[hammer]

Travis,
Welcome to the pete family lol off to an awsome start I am sure this is going to be another great build.

TONY

[fhhhstix]

Lookin good corky!!!

Thanks PORKY.

any plans on making and selling those front hangers

Not as of yet but I may think about it.

Very cool Catman !
so ... you got a gear-motor inside that CAT engine ?

Yep I used a beetle B16. It is a little slow but it has tons of power.

You are correct, Willy. Plus it is a very small gear motor :eek:
I must agree with Izzy and PFB, Travis. You are getting much better at machining and what a difference a couple of days make. All I remember was some fancy frame rails and some raw machined parts on Sat.

Might have a package headed your way Friday :bounce::bounce:

Thanks for the compliment Lynn. I will be waiting patently for the package. :jump:

Travis your looking good. Got a nice start, keep up the good work. Ed

Thanks Ed, I am working on it.

Travis,
Welcome to the pete family lol off to an awsome start I am sure this is going to be another great build.

TONY

Thanks Tony, I am getting exited about this one.

Here are some update pics. I have the simulated air bags made, now I need to make the lower mount and connecting bar.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2049_zpsf4ab0d86.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2050_zps3a7437d4.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[Lmackattack]

I really like the air ride bags... I would like to use them on my trailers im building but I just can't get the articulation like I do with springs...

[doodlebug]

I really like the air ride bags... I would like to use them on my trailers im building but I just can't get the articulation like I do with springs...

Take a look at this link for air ride suspension's, http://www.raydanmfg.com/?page=products Cheer's, Neil.

[Lmackattack]

I have seen that walking beam/air ride. Looks like it would do pretty good as a quick drop of the bags and your on solid beam. My trucking days stems from construction field where springs and solid beam still rule in the dirt. Air ride has come along way but single point articulation still seams to do best. In my opinion The big gain with air ride is the reduced road shock to the truck and driver.

[fhhhstix]

The suspension is finally done so now I can move on to some body work. Here are some pics of the finished suspension.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2051_zpsf362123e.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2052_zps863fb3de.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2053_zps73716c37.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[dabears]

Looking good Travis!!

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Very nice looking..Great work..

[fhhhstix]

Looking good Travis!!

Very nice looking..Great work..

Thanks guys I appreciate the comments.

I have another small update today. New rims from IHB scale models (ihbuilder) and a powered sliding fifth wheel I made today.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2061_zps3ebc328b.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2060_zpsa90cda28.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2059_zps637158b4.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2063_zps223b13d2.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2064_zpsea0763df.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2065_zpsbc3c57ea.jpg

Here is a short video of the fifth wheel.

http://youtu.be/Ek0sJHQECKc

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[doodlebug]

Thanks guys I appreciate the comments.

I have another small update today. New rims from IHB scale models (ihbuilder) and a powered sliding fifth wheel I made today.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2061_zps3ebc328b.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2060_zpsa90cda28.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2059_zps637158b4.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2063_zps223b13d2.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2064_zpsea0763df.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2065_zpsbc3c57ea.jpg

Here is a short video of the fifth wheel.

http://youtu.be/Ek0sJHQECKc

Thanks for looking.
Travis

Hey Travis, you've raised the bar again:D:D:D:D
Cheer's, Neil.

[woodhog]

Looks good travis u are the screw drive man even if its on a fifth wheel:D suspension looks real nice :cool:

[fhhhstix]

Hey Travis, you've raised the bar again:D:D:D:D
Cheer's, Neil.

Thanks Neil I am just trying to keep up with the rest of the builders here.

Looks good travis u are the screw drive man even if its on a fifth wheel:D suspension looks real nice :cool:

Thanks Chris but I cheated on this one and used a Firgelli for now but if it doesn't hold up I will make it a screw drive.

Travis

[dabears]

Dang Travis!! Nice idea! Looks like it works pretty good!

[Izzy]

Finished suspension looks great - the angle cuts on the hangers look good IMO.... I like the bar between the bags nice 1:1 detail

Izzy

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Ok that plate set up is too dang sweet! Nice Work!!

[fhhhstix]

Dang Travis!! Nice idea! Looks like it works pretty good!

Finished suspension looks great - the angle cuts on the hangers look good IMO.... I like the bar between the bags nice 1:1 detail

Izzy

Ok that plate set up is too dang sweet! Nice Work!!

Thanks Guys the compliments are appreciated.

Here is a small update, I have the fenders started. The front ones will need to be narrowed up but I will do that when I have the bumper on and I can line up the grill and fenders with the bumper.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2069_zps7d8fa56c.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2068_zpsf1970c05.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2067_zpsbebfae84.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[Snochaser]

Continued great job Travis. Just like you said there won't be much if anything that's original Tamiya parts on it. Keep it up, nice, nice job!

Ben

[hammer]

Travis,
Chasis set up looks **** good love it great job. The cab looks like it is going to be killer love the look of the front fenders.

Tony

[Espeefan]

Ahh, lovin' the 5th wheel slider. That's cool.

[dabears]

Dang boy your working quick on this one!! Looking great!

[Dairyland Trucker]

Travis love those fenders they look great really love the front fenders been looking for something similar for one of my builds Hmmmm.

[fhhhstix]

Continued great job Travis. Just like you said there won't be much if anything that's original Tamiya parts on it. Keep it up, nice, nice job!

Ben

No there wont be many stock parts but I have not done a real custom truck yet so I thought I would go all out.

Travis,
Chasis set up looks **** good love it great job. The cab looks like it is going to be killer love the look of the front fenders.

Tony

Thanks Tony I hope the fenders look good when I am done.

Ahh, lovin' the 5th wheel slider. That's cool.

Thanks Nate, I have wanted to do a sliding fifth wheel for a while and this truck just seamed like the right truck to do it on.

Dang boy your working quick on this one!! Looking great!

Not bad but as the weather gets better I have some painting that I need to get done.

Travis love those fenders they look great really love the front fenders been looking for something similar for one of my builds Hmmmm.

Thanks I might be tempted to form another set.


Here are a couple update pics. Two of the perfect visor Rod made me and one of the body work I started on the sleeper.


http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2075_zps67b08f3d.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2077_zps9f7af895.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2078_zpsbbcd2ea5.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[Espeefan]

That's a really nice visor. Did Rod step it up a bit? I don't remember any of his other visors having a radius to match the drip rails of the cab door like that. Perfect touch! The way it should be. I like that a lot.

[fhhhstix]

That's a really nice visor. Did Rod step it up a bit? I don't remember any of his other visors having a radius to match the drip rails of the cab door like that. Perfect touch! The way it should be. I like that a lot.

Thanks Nate, I have never seen one like that from Rod ( Custom Drop Visors (http://rctruckandconstruction.com/forumdisplay.php?f=84) ) so I just sent him a PM with the pic of the truck I am using for reference and he made me one. I have about a dozen visor's from Rod and the have all met or exceeded my expectations. Maybe this will be a regular visor that Rod starts making.

Travis

[sparkycuda]

Travis, this truck is looking great! Really appreciate all the details. Did you make the airbags from turned plastic or something else? Very cool!
Ken

[fhhhstix]

Travis, this truck is looking great! Really appreciate all the details. Did you make the airbags from turned plastic or something else? Very cool!
Ken

Thanks Ken and yes the air bags were made on the lathe from delrin rod.

Travis

[sparkycuda]

Should have included in my earlier question: where did you get the springs for your air bags? Single or dual?

Thanks,
Ken

[chikn truckn thumper]

nice coming along well.. were did u get the rear and front fenders.. thanks

[spudd]

you must be staying away from the cookies and working hard...looks great!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Diesel Demond]

that truck is looking real good. great looking body lines

[Lmackattack]

Looking good. I like your 5th wheel slider...I find I always need a little more weight up front for better turning when hauling heavy.

[JAMMER]

Travis nice work on the tractor and I really like that sun visor. It is very different the way it goes around the door edge, is that your design? Keep up the good work. Ed

[spudd]

i like how you did the nuts on the outside of the frame...looks more real..makes it look like the huck bolts they use today on the frames...keep up the great work!!!!!!!!!!

[Diesel Demond]

just seen the 5th wheel video and dang thats titties!

[Dreamweaver]

Great job Travis. The fifth wheel is pretty sick!!

[toniolillo]

is a great job you doing it seems it all very easy

[fhhhstix]

Well here is a small update. I recieved the new bumper and was able to get the cab and fenders mounted now that the bumper is on. Steve done a fantastic job on the bumper and the curve lined up perfectly with the fenders.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2189_zpsc8a56f59.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2190_zpsd8577d9c.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2192_zps84fa0be6.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/100_2191_zps08a91ed6.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[hammer]

Travis,
Love how the fenders and grill all flow into each other awsome job rig is coming together really nice.

TONY

[Izzy]

Sweet - you two did a great job on the bumper - fender area. Nice clean lines.

Izzy

[dabears]

Looks great!

[fhhhstix]

Not a big update but I recieved some new parts.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/IMG_0133_zpse3f5146b.jpg


http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/IMG_0134_zps9a8c0f45.jpg


http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/IMG_0136_zps97661788.jpg


http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/IMG_0135_zps9e330c48.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

[Roadmasters]

Who made those clearance lights? They're pretty sweet!

[Exclusive RC]

Where did you get the motor from.?

[fhhhstix]

Who made those clearance lights? They're pretty sweet!


My machinist made them for me.

Where did you get the motor from.?

The motor is from Norscot Die-Cast.

http://www.3000toys.com/catalog/item_detail.aspx?itemfind=NORSCOT55139


Thanks for looking.
Travis

[Supermario]

Not a big update but I recieved some new parts.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/IMG_0133_zpse3f5146b.jpg


http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/IMG_0134_zps9a8c0f45.jpg


http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/IMG_0136_zps97661788.jpg


http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/Custom%20Pete/IMG_0135_zps9e330c48.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

A very wise man once told me...... Don't use 3 volt bulbs, upgrade to led, you won't regret it ;):rolleyes::p

I can see some real passion and energy going into this build, can't wait to see what's next Travis!:cool:

Mario

[JAMMER]

Travis you have done a very nice job with all of your add on so far keep up the good work should be a sweet rig when you get done. Ed:cool:

[hammer]

Travis looking awesome where is the update.

Tony

[hippy]

great build! keeping eye on this!

[1985 kenworth]

Wow this pete is super nice..the sliding 5th wheel is a cool idea.this whole build is awesome. Those clearance lights are a nice custom touch...just like everything else about this truck:D great work travis

[Dreamweaver]

Looking sweet Travis. I think I might need some of those clearance lights. That way I can put them in a box with the rest of my part that who knows when I'll get put on...:(:(:(

Mike

[weemanch]

Wow is all i can say looks good

[rccrazy523]

Realy nice build! cannot wait to see in done

[ihbuilder]

Realy nice build! cannot wait to see in done

yea no kiddin , He's gettin as bad as me on gettin stuff done:rolleyes::lol:

[crisis time]

Looks great
I like the custom running lights