T880 - Izzy style???

[Izzy]

Got the bug to build another truck. Spent a good bit of time reviewing pics as I usually do.
This build is going to be a good stretch of my abilities - especially the fenders - they are a lot different than most of our models - so I think that part will be hardest.
First I'll post some pics of the truck - especially those I like. BTW - notice in the last 2 photos - it appears that the mnf. is using mostly CAD generated design images for their advertising.....

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/t880_red_zps76cba8ab.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/t880_red_zps76cba8ab.jpg.html)


http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/kenworth-t880-dump2_11175480_zpsf82d182d.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/kenworth-t880-dump2_11175480_zpsf82d182d.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/Kenworth20T88020Vocational20Truck2001WEB_zps6871b6 77.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/Kenworth20T88020Vocational20Truck2001WEB_zps6871b6 77.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/t880_photo_gallery_6_zps42bbcfad.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/t880_photo_gallery_6_zps42bbcfad.jpg.html)

[Snochaser]

That'll be bad azz if/when you pull it off. Get to it!!!

[Trucker_Jo]

This is my favorite 2014 truck coming out right now, and to see someone like you decide to build one is going to be suh-weet! Are you going to keep it heavy haul? :D

[dabears]

OK ill be watching this one

[Diesel Demond]

this is gonna be good!

[RCP57]

I'm a big fan of these trucks too! I like the combination of sharp and smooth lines. Looking forward to the build!

[Espeefan]

Looks like a fun, but challenging project! The photos of the orange truck are so photo shopped, it's not even funny! Or is it just me?

[doodlebug]

Looks like a fun, but challenging project! The photos of the orange truck are so photo shopped, it's not even funny! Or is it just me?

No, the pull out posters in, trucking and construction magazines are the same!
computer generated image. Hopefully Kenworth will have some in Vegas, March 4-8 2014, Con Expo Con Ag show.

Bring it on! Let the build begin :bounce:
Cheer's, Neil.

[Espeefan]

Photo shopped, computer generated.....it just didn't look natural to me!

[Izzy]

Correct - I think they designed the truck in a CAD system then used those images to sell the management and used them to the public. It's kinda funy to have a nice beefy heavy stance front but plain road tire drives. Maybe it's just the style of the floats up front??

I 'm not sure about the heavy or not - I think it's termed as a fleet truck for heavy use applications.

I have a line on dump boxes - maybe I can blend the projects?

[RCTech9]

This will be a cool truck Izzy!:)

[flatdeck]

Lots of pictures Izzy please...


Wayne

[bigdogrod]

i think i remember another build where they used a pvc pipe reducer to make fenders similar to that, forget the builder though, sorry

image borrowed from google

https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSsY9CF_iI8bpTbOPRaA-y-Q7t2J_5XNncK2yFS2qZFOFGJkVEg

[Izzy]

I've been lookin at those too - but I have something coming I hop is closer yet.

I'll post tomorrow - busy with the shift servo right now.... :)

[wolfws6]

I can't wait to see what you come up with!!!!!! :)

[ryman]

This should be a great build.

[Izzy]

first - after studying the truck pics and trying to find pics of the truck kits without all the shiny bits I settled on an Aeromax kit. You might think Im nuts but I think they are pretty close resemblences .......

SO got the kit started assembling the basic major components. Axels, front axel, transmission mounted the cab.

Then popped up the trusty PC and printed pic after pic of the orange truck front and side views (hard to find - had to settle on a 1:1 rear ytuck in profile) until I had the door height about same relative size.

Then started cutting on the cab - determined that the aero has more upper curve (facing straight on) so decided to start there.

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/IMG_4057_zpsf318c746.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/IMG_4057_zpsf318c746.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/IMG_4201_zpsc9430c9c.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/IMG_4201_zpsc9430c9c.jpg.html)



also decided that the "cut in" at the door front to the cab was too severe so I lessened that - also helped square up the cab

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/IMG_4059_zpsd58cf916.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/IMG_4059_zpsd58cf916.jpg.html)

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The cuts allowed me to flex the upper door and A piller up straight. I measured and made a thin inner panel to cap off the Cab - made sure this squared up the cab at the back as I wanted and glued it in. Then mounted a pice running like it's under the dash to hold the front of the cab close. Notice that I left the sleeper attached - it helped hold the cab nice and square so it didn't flex out of shape when I was flexing and such.


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The top of the CAB is two colors - I had picked up a salvaged cab some months ago - had been thinking about doing a sterling. But since the top is now larger I need more roof pieces. Rather than just cutting down the center I cut along each side. The cut out the donor cab in the same way. Then I measured and sandwiched the two cab pieces together and cut down the middle - using just over half of each cab roof section. Then match the lines and trimmed pieces to fit.

[Snochaser]

Faster, faster.

[flatdeck]

Izzy You do think out side the box... I would have never though to start with a Ford... Keep the pictures coming..


Wayne

[Espeefan]

Whew.....you're a lot braver than I am, Izzy! I don't think I would ever attempt to cut up a brand new cab to make something else out of it. So far so good! I can really see the difference with you taking out the arc of the Aeromax cab.

[tc1cat]

Looking good !! Keep the pics coming :D:D

[TRUCKMAKER]

This is going to be good! Can't wait to see how the cab and hood come together!

[dirthalr]

Wow that's awesome! I never would have thought about starting with a ford. If you go to www.truckpaper.com there are some pretty decent photos of the T880. Look under conventionals without sleepers.

[Izzy]

SO - something I left out earlier - - I had to set the cab about 5 times - and move the front axel. It was all in order to find the right relationship between the frame, the motor and the cab, see below for the end result.

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/IMG_5556_zps48bbec3a.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/IMG_5556_zps48bbec3a.jpg.html)

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[Izzy]

Anyone checked out Shape Ways lately??? There's something on there that's headed my way:)

[1985 kenworth]

wow izzy you have your work cut out for you on this one ,but i am sure you can pull it off :)

[rccrazy523]

Izzy great build cannot wate to see it done

[Izzy]

For those interested - the bell cranks are for some other kit - found them on E-Bay. Double ball bearing all aluminum with a steel shaft and set screws on flats - they come as a pair for 1 truck. A little big but I think it turned out great. And only 30 some bucks plus a little for shipping for the pair!

[tc1cat]

Getting better and better!!!!

[TRUCKMAKER]

Anyone checked out Shape Ways lately??? There's something on there that's headed my way:)

Not sure what that might be but I've been all over their web sight and haven't seen anything that jumps out as being part of this build?!

[Exclusive RC]

good work bud!

[toniolillo]

Looking forward to see this project finished, I find very interesting

[Izzy]

Go here and click the link.
http://www.rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=7513

Takes you here
http://www.shapeways.com/shops/truescalerc


Browse and search - there's something for everyone!

[thebat]

i see what you ordered izzy lol now i am gonna wind up building a 2nd truck and i haven't even got really started on my first one.

[TRUCKMAKER]

Thanks for the links Izzy, I was on that site for about 2 hours, ran some searches which I'm terrible at. I only found a few of the the cab parts, not sure why it didn't show all of them!

[Lil Giants]

That was what I thought when I 1st saw a Cat trk, they look like a FORD! :D

You're doing a bang up job already Izzy. :cool:

[dabears]

Looking killer so far Izzy!!! This is gonna look sweet when done! I like how you mounted the motor! Perfect for a day cab!

[Izzy]

I had the integy gearbox machined so that the motor would be turned backwards. I don't think I'm the first on this.

[Izzy]

Back from vacation - and waiting for shape ways order - I'll post pics then. Spent time yesterday hooking up receiver and adjusting linkages for steering and shirt. my test run found that I had the pinion in wrong location and was getting a chunking noise (set screw hitting teeth..... so simple adjust and go forward - except I had to dig the tranny out to do it. But in all everything is settled now and ready to get back to the body work. I am anxious for the shape ways order - I ordered a hood clip and the headlight covers. This is True Scales design - but do understand it is for a peterbilt style not the t880 - so we have to see how clos it is - I think it has aspects the ford does not. For instance I don't like how square the side profile of the fenders on the aero are - whereas the peterbilt and the t880 are rounded.

[dabears]

Good to hear you got it running!
are you using the metal gears in the trans? if so do you like them?

[Izzy]

I have the brass gears in my Pete - sticking with stock gears in this build. A little un fair but I'm on a budget. :(

Izzy

[Izzy]

I received the shipment I was waiting on - a donor hood to help get the "curves" right ... I laid in some faint lines on where I plan to cut ..... and some replacement pics of the truck - new camera!

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/IMG_0152_zpsce36dcc9.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/IMG_0152_zpsce36dcc9.jpg.html)

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[Izzy]

Update!

Did some cutting - and then started pasting .... working on bridging the gap in the cuts down the center of the hood now.

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/IMG_0254_zps7beb7805.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/IMG_0254_zps7beb7805.jpg.html)

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[TRUCKMAKER]

Cut and paste for big kid's:p:p:p:lol::lol: I like it!!

[flatdeck]

I sure hope that you numbered everything before you took it apart so you can put it back together.. I have no idea how you figured it out but it look good I think....


Wayne

[JAMMER]

That looks like a real good start Izzy. Should be a real nice looking cab when you get done. Ed

[dabears]

Izzy I think your gonna make a kick butt cab!! cant wait to see more

[hammer]

Izzy,
That looks like it is going to be another sick build. I can't wait to see it when it is done my friend drives one of those and it looks like you are nailing the **** out of it. Great job.

TONY

[SmallHaul]

Wow Izzy that is a lot of the cutting and shaping You are doing..impressive.

That is going to look nice.

[Espeefan]

Whew, that's a lot of cutting and chopping! I would never try to attempt something like that myself, but you sure have a knack for it! Looking forward to the progress.

[RCTech9]

Great work Izzy!

[Lmackattack]

Man that looks like a lot of chop cut and rebuild....it will look sweet when it's done.....

[Izzy]

winter update ..... long hours at work and little time to play :(

so should I pitch it in the trash and buy a bolt on cab and hood?

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/IMG_0633_zps6e2c612f.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/IMG_0633_zps6e2c612f.jpg.html)

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[glorydays24]

I wouldn't throw it away just yet Chris.:eek::rolleyes:;):cop: What's keeping the hood raised from the body? If I know you from your other builds, I'll bet you'll figure it out. Just don't give up buddy.:):D;)

Big John

[cabrover]

Lookin' Great Izzy :bounce: Keep up the amazing work!!:cool:

[Exclusive RC]

Dude I'm having the same thoughts with my cat ct 660 build as I too started with an aeromax and quickly found out all I could use was the top of the hood, but it's getting there..... So u keep at it and I'm sure u will get it on the money!

[toniolillo]

Surely you looks great

[1985 kenworth]

wow!!!! looks fantastic there !!!!:jaw:

[JAKEBRAKE]

The truck is starting to really take shape Izzy!!!

[Izzy]

Thanks for the kind words everyone - this is taking extra time for me - work has been really long this winter.

[Goose19]

Thanks for the kind words everyone - this is taking extra time for me - work has been really long this winter.

i hear that izzy, the guy who puts stuff like this on shapeways is super busy too it seems LOL. i think its coming along just fine, how was the hood to work with? did it cut, sand glue easy like styrene? keep up the good work.

[Izzy]

Cut ok - did not score and snap very well - much stronger. Didn't glue with my bondine glue very well. I use some bondine with styrene bits in it as filler and that seemed to bond to it but not weld it like styrene. Best joint is of course when I have a backer piece spanning the joint. Cuts well with a dremel but a little tougher with an exacto knife.

[Izzy]

project update!

Got the Cab back from a fellow member - they took care of finishing the bodywork (headlight area and smooth for paint mostly). And they laid some paint down. I like the end result.

I hit the web for some Rims Tires and Hubs .... Like them too.

Then had some time last week and some parts layin about - so I made a flat bed ....

Have a look ......

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/T880/IMG_2185_zps1c30bdf2.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/T880/IMG_2185_zps1c30bdf2.jpg.html)

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[TRUCKMAKER]

Looking good Chris, are you going to bring it to the meet next weekend?

[BRICKNICK]

This kw is looking great. What's the plans for the grill?

[MACK Daddy]

Very nice job izzy.....looks really good :cool:

Alfy

[JAMMER]

Izzy that looks real good very nice work and the paint looks very good also. Ed

[Izzy]

Thanks guys. Yep the painter did great at cleaning up my bodywork. I am suprised since the shape ways has been giving troubles. He did it without just layering to cover it up.

As for the grill - looking to make inserts. Need to make some molds of the grill then reverse blank from there. Un fortunately I did not sketch the blanks before I filled it in.

[Kaf343]

Very nice job Izzy, color combo, tilt nose, flatbed. I like it a lot..

[up9018]

That is a very cool truck Izzy. I like it a lot.

[Izzy]

Thanks guys.

I thought the removable stake sides are kool. Thinking I should add tie down straps.

[dabears]

Izzy that looks great!!! Im liking it!

[FabOne]

Saw it in person this past weekend in Illinois when we got together. It's AWESOME!! Like always, another GREAT job by Izzy!

-Terry

[Claus]

I had lost truck of this build before it was finished, very unique truck in the end! Nice work Izzy. Love the paint job.

[Hwheeler1973]

Nice job! I drive a KW T680 over the road. I'd love to build an RC of it!

[1985 kenworth]

very nice job so far.its different and i like it ..colours suit it proper too great job:)

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Dang very cool truck Chris.. Nice work..