Rookie Custom Globe Build

[tamkyo]

Hi Guys

I have seen a lot of great trucks on this site which has inspired me to build my own Custom truck. It will be a mild custom due to my rookie custom building ability and I will probably need a lot of help along the way.

I have been in this hobby for 20 plus years and today I mostly collect and build kits having accumulated over 220 models of mostly cars, boats and helicopters of various scales.

I have built stock Tamiya trucks in the past but never attempted building a truck using the many aftermarket parts available today.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/IMG_1972_zpse465cb58.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/IMG_1972_zpse465cb58.jpg.html)

hopefully this picture shows up in the thread. This is a test...lol

[tamkyo]

Custom rails ordered and arrived. At the time I didn't see the listing for globe rails so I ordered king rails with a 4" extension from Joe's. Of course I didn't take into consideration that the king is a longer wheels base ( like I said ROOKIE!..lol ) So I have since ordered the correct rails and will change over but I will continue with these rails for now

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/2_zps6b995fe4.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/2_zps6b995fe4.jpg.html)

I am not going to take a ton of pictures of the stock part builds because I think everyone has seen these a million times over and there is not much exciting about the stock parts being built. Below is the srvos and front cross members;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/3_zps471d0bc9.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/3_zps471d0bc9.jpg.html)

Rear suspension;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/4_zpscd790b87.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/4_zpscd790b87.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

More of the front suspension;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/7_zps1c209b8b.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/7_zps1c209b8b.jpg.html)

Rear axles built;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/5_zps55fd2709.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/5_zps55fd2709.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Rear suspension assembled;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/6_zps3310bb9f.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/6_zps3310bb9f.jpg.html)

I chose this aftermarket drive shaft. I think these shafts IMO are the most realistic. The main drive shaft will be the identical shaft only longer;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/13_zpsb5c18704.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/13_zpsb5c18704.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Transmission built and 55T motor added. The transmission as well as axles are built stock but do include complete bearings throughout;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/14_zpsf1944afa.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/14_zpsf1944afa.jpg.html)

Tranny mounted;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/20_zpsac72cd60.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/20_zpsac72cd60.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/23_zps1db7ce1c.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/23_zps1db7ce1c.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Rear wheels and fifth wheel added;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/11_zps89f6f68e.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/11_zps89f6f68e.jpg.html)

This is the rear light pattern I am using. I don't know if anyone has used this part before and if so have they ever attached lights? There are no bezels for this light cluster so I will need to figure something out;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/12_zps5226d965.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/12_zps5226d965.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Aluminum rear fenders mounted. This globe will be a little old school and a little new school....lol.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/21_zps22bd384e.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/21_zps22bd384e.jpg.html)

These are pre-drilled to mount to the stock Tamiya cross member and have some adjustability regarding the height of the fenders. The fenders look best as low as possible but you will get constant wheel rub so I have mounted mine using the center height mounting position. There are two sets of mounting spacers as shown below;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/22_zps88a2a3ba.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/22_zps88a2a3ba.jpg.html)

First look with the fenders and the cab. This is still using the king rails but that's about to change;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/19_zps73d7acfd.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/19_zps73d7acfd.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Front bumper. I do not like the stock front bumper or the front bumper distance from the front wheel. I have purchased two aftermarket bumpers. The first aftermarket bumper was not what I wanted so I ordered the second bumper. The second bumper is much better but I still felt the bumper mounted too far forward so I made my own mount to pull the bumper closer to the chassis;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/15_zpsb43571c0.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/15_zpsb43571c0.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/16_zps9d62fe0b.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/16_zps9d62fe0b.jpg.html)

A look with the bumper as it sits;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/17_zps4a2664f2.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/17_zps4a2664f2.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/18_zps4f0115c2.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/18_zps4f0115c2.jpg.html)

I have now ordered a 3rd bumper from Steve on this site ( great guy thanks for the help ) and I will see how that bumper looks with the stock mount when it arrives.

[tamkyo]

The truck now has the correct rails installed. Below is the first mock up of the middle section of the chassis. I will be using the knight hauler side step as kind of a tool box to mount my MFC control box. I will also be adding the aftermarket headache rack. The headache rack mounts to far away from the cab for my liking so I am currently working on modifying the mount to sit closer to the cab. I am also using the aftermarket grates to cover the open space;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/25_zpsd5d049f7.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/25_zpsd5d049f7.jpg.html)

Also seen in the photos are the aftermarket stacks which I will be using.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/26_zps36c062d5.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/26_zps36c062d5.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/24_zpsf7b32b89.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/24_zpsf7b32b89.jpg.html)

[MACK Daddy]

Nice start so far, I'm liking the aftermarket parts

Alfy

[hippy]

good looking globe, going to be sharp when done.

[dabears]

Ill be watching this one! Good start so far!

[cabs]

Looks like a great start to me

[up9018]

Nice truck, excellent choice of parts too.

If I might ask, where did you get the headache rack?

[cabs]

Nice truck, excellent choice of parts too.

If I might ask, where did you get the headache rack?

and fenders

[Stepside]

Lookin' sharp so far, you're taking your time.

I'd suggest getting some aftermarket fuel tanks on there. I think a guy at our last East Coast show had some custom long tanks up for sale.

Either way, A great build!

[tamkyo]

and fenders

The rack and fenders came from Ebay. The seller is in China. The rack and fenders cost around $300.00 the quality is very good and the look is very good IMO.

[tamkyo]

Lookin' sharp so far, you're taking your time.

I'd suggest getting some aftermarket fuel tanks on there. I think a guy at our last East Coast show had some custom long tanks up for sale.

Either way, A great build!

Thanks......

I don't think this truck will get aluminum tanks, I think the next truck will get aluminum tanks. I think the Tamiya plated tanks look more retro than the aluminum tanks.

[tamkyo]

I have got the headache rack mounted. The rack is made for a king so I had to create a recess to clear the tank mounts.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/IMG_1999_zps6c680333.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/IMG_1999_zps6c680333.jpg.html)

The body sits a little forward probably due to mu custom bumper mount. Therefore there is an uneven gap between the headache rack and the body. I will see if the 3rd bumper coming will correct this issue. I am happy with the spacing between the rack and the body.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/globe%20build/IMG_2001_zps3ebf6438.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/globe%20build/IMG_2001_zps3ebf6438.jpg.html)

[Diesel Demond]

Looking good rookie!! lol very nice globe and i also like the selection of after market parts. I also have that headache rack and love it.!!!

[Smiley]

http://i1172.photobucket.com/albums/r575/Smiley3171975/IMG_20140825_153147162_HDR_zpssevlriuy.jpg (http://s1172.photobucket.com/user/Smiley3171975/media/IMG_20140825_153147162_HDR_zpssevlriuy.jpg.html)

I'm not trying to hijack ur thread but this is what Steve's bumper will look like on ur globe :D

[wolfws6]

Looks awesome! I now have Globeliner fever:D

[bigford]

I was goIng to order some king parts from that seller but held off. Glad to hear there quality parts. The globe is looking real nice.

[tamkyo]

http://i1172.photobucket.com/albums/r575/Smiley3171975/IMG_20140825_153147162_HDR_zpssevlriuy.jpg (http://s1172.photobucket.com/user/Smiley3171975/media/IMG_20140825_153147162_HDR_zpssevlriuy.jpg.html)

I'm not trying to hijack ur thread but this is what Steve's bumper will look like on ur globe :D

The bumper arrived yesterday and looks great. I am going to play with it this weekend and see how it will go. I am also trying to find who make the visor on the globe picture you attached?

Thanks
Chris

[Smiley]

The bumper arrived yesterday and looks great. I am going to play with it this weekend and see how it will go. I am also trying to find who make the visor on the globe picture you attached?

Thanks
Chris


If you look down in the vendor section its under Custom Drop Visors. His name is Rod or Stepside

[tamkyo]

If you look down in the vendor section its under Custom Drop Visors. His name is Rod or Stepside

Awesome thanks!

[weemanch]

looks good and you make me want a globe over my KH that i started.

[cabrover]

Looks like an awesome start to a great build!!:D The stock to custom ratio is spot on, cant wait for more updates!!:cool: Keep up the good work!

[tamkyo]

Slow progress due to the fact that I am waiting for parts to arrive;

So below are a few of pics of the second tanks having been installed and I added a trailer line pole to hold the cables for the trailers brakes and lights.... mostly lights though lol

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2054_zpsf7d3fd0e.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2054_zpsf7d3fd0e.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2053_zps02379124.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2053_zps02379124.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2052_zpse6414cc2.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2052_zpse6414cc2.jpg.html)

Next I need to mount the knight hauler control box across the back for the MFU.

[tamkyo]

Hey guys..... a quick question.... I am going to add a few LED's here and there. I have heard horror stories about adding aftermarket LED's and connecting to them to the Tamiya MFU? Has anyone wired in aftermarket LED's into your Tamiya MFU without issue? Or do you only add Tamiya LEDs to the MFU?

If you have used aftermarket LEDs where did you purchase the LEDS?

Thanks guys

[tamkyo]

Some more small update as parts arrive.

Center drive shaft is mounted;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2118_zps8810ba68.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2118_zps8810ba68.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Rear control box ( tool box ) mounted;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2115_zps8b15e3d0.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2115_zps8b15e3d0.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Thus far I have mounted the square style bumper. Next I am going to mount Steves rounded corner bumper and then choose which I like best;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2117_zps83f6123f.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2117_zps83f6123f.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2116_zpsc7a868c7.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2116_zpsc7a868c7.jpg.html)

[bigpipespete]

Nice build , that bumper looks good only thing you need to do is move that axle forward.

[FabOne]

Where did you get your "trailer line pole"? I've never seen one like this. Very unique!

-Terry

[TRUCKMAKER]

Where did you get your "trailer line pole"? I've never seen one like this. Very unique!

-Terry

Better known as a "pogo stick":D;)

[cabs]

your gonna love steves bumper, I have them on both of my globes

[tamkyo]

Where did you get your "trailer line pole"? I've never seen one like this. Very unique!

-Terry

I used some parts from boxes I had laying around. The pole is probably a bell crank steering post and the little spring at the top is from a nitro kit, used to hold the pull start handle against the engine block.

[tamkyo]

your gonna love steves bumper, I have them on both of my globes

Your right.... STeve's bumper wins out! Looks better. I wish Steves bumper was a little closer to the front wheel, but all in all it looks great!

[tamkyo]

So here is a couple pics of Steves bumper mounted. I put a couple screws in the center member to suck the body down flush to the bumper.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2127_zps001263ec.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2127_zps001263ec.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2125_zps1e7c9883.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2125_zps1e7c9883.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Added the aluminum air cleaners under the cab. Made the brackets from some let over 90 degree elbows from a knight hauler or king hauler.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2123_zps00c89f52.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2123_zps00c89f52.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2126_zps30d1496f.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2126_zps30d1496f.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2124_zps614485e2.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2124_zps614485e2.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Next I added the front bumper signal markers to Steves bumper.

Soon this chassis will be complete and ready for some paint and then I will tackle the dreaded body work! I will add electronics and LED's after the chassis is painted.

I chose to use the identical tamiya markers as the ones up on the cab. These are the lowest profile markers I found plus they already have amber bezels.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2131_zps646e85fd.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2131_zps646e85fd.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/IMG_2132_zpsc64d411d.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/IMG_2132_zpsc64d411d.jpg.html)

[404]

Really starting to come together in the last few posts, I love the stance. What body work do you have planned, I recommend (as always) sliding the front axle forward and moving the wheel arches to match.

Can't wait to see her come together.

[tamkyo]

After a wonderful holidays with family and friends, I finally found some time to myself to get back to work.

[tamkyo]

Finished the LED side markers on the bumper. I drilled one side complete and then taped the inside of the bumper on the side I drilled. I cut the tape along the arch to use as template to drill the other side in the identical location. Came out great!

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/bumper1_zpscb4a3114.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/bumper1_zpscb4a3114.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/bumper2_zpsa7c3c199.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/bumper2_zpsa7c3c199.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Next I purchased this kenworth top cab from a company in Germany. A friend with a very impressive ( Very impressive! ) RC collection helped me get the item to Canada. I purchased two of these, I may decide to build a Kenworth with a nose and aerodyne sleeper one day. This truck will be my own Frankenstein Kenworth build.
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/top1_zps8769dd66.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/top1_zps8769dd66.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

The quality of the part is very good. It comes primed and is very sturdy. Molded in fiberglass the fit to the top of the cab is fairly good.
First I had to eliminate the antenna mounting hole on the roof.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/antennaremoved_zps9b1d5aa7.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/antennaremoved_zps9b1d5aa7.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Then I used a pencil to outline where the front of the cab should line up. I then cut the roof so I can access the windows in the cab after painting. I left 3/16" around the opening to mount the cab.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/roofcut_zpsc6995d79.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/roofcut_zpsc6995d79.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

I then glued the cab to the roof. Once the glue has cured I will begin filling the gap around the cab.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/glued3_zps63a6f0d9.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/glued3_zps63a6f0d9.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/glued2_zps1eb291e5.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/glued2_zps1eb291e5.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/glued1_zpsb03748e2.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/glued1_zpsb03748e2.jpg.html)

[wolfws6]

Looks awesome!!! What color are you going to paint it?

[BRICKNICK]

The truck is looking great, any way you can possibly turn us on to a link or a website to get that aerodyne top ourselves. I'm looking to do a replica of my last tractor I sold.

[gbritton]

That's a real nice truck you got there. I'.m trying one my self. where did you get those rear fenders? I would like to get a pair for my truck when I get that far on it. not there yet. just got my king hauler frame today.. so I have a long ways to go. but again you have real nice truck going there....gary

[bigford]

globe top
http://www.bam-modellbau.de/zub8.html

[tamkyo]

Looks awesome!!! What color are you going to paint it?

This will be painted in a traditional KW paint scheme in two different blue colors and a white base.

[tamkyo]

That's a real nice truck you got there. I'.m trying one my self. where did you get those rear fenders? I would like to get a pair for my truck when I get that far on it. not there yet. just got my king hauler frame today.. so I have a long ways to go. but again you have real nice truck going there....gary

Fenders were purchased off the bay. They look awesome but IMO I noticed one minor drawback. They come with bezels to mount 3 x 5mm LED's at the bottom of each fender but there is almost no room there to do the LED wiring. I will not be adding LED's to the bottom of these.

[tamkyo]

The truck is looking great, any way you can possibly turn us on to a link or a website to get that aerodyne top ourselves. I'm looking to do a replica of my last tractor I sold.

Bigford posted the link in the thread.

[tamkyo]

Front grill emblem completed. The emblem is from garden trucking. I removed the one rib of the grill to allow the emblem to sit flush on the top of the grill. I am happy with it.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/truck_zps30f24d47.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/truck_zps30f24d47.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Been a while but some progress has been made.

The frame has been painted and servos installed
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/1%20painted%20frame_zpswtprcyvi.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/1%20painted%20frame_zpswtprcyvi.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Axles http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/2%20painted%20axles_zpshb4kmwjp.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/2%20painted%20axles_zpshb4kmwjp.jpg.html)painted

[tamkyo]

Axles installed on the frame. Only the frame and axles are painted, all of the suspension parts are not painted. I chose this because the paint on the suspension parts often cracks and flakes.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/4%20rear%20suspension_zps357kmtpp.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/4%20rear%20suspension_zps357kmtpp.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/5%20rear%20suspension_zpscs0pu6sc.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/5%20rear%20suspension_zpscs0pu6sc.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

The rear fenders are installed.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/8%20rear%20fenders%20installed_zpstadvg7yo.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/8%20rear%20fenders%20installed_zpstadvg7yo.jpg.htm l)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/9%20rear%20fenders_zps0bkv0pj6.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/9%20rear%20fenders_zps0bkv0pj6.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

The rear light bezels are painted and the rear light cluster is installed.

I need to clean up the rails around the edges on this light cluster but I am not sure what I am going to do yet.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/11%20rear%20plate_zpskmfbfkwn.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/11%20rear%20plate_zpskmfbfkwn.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Transmission and drive line are installed.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/6%20trans%20installed_zpsqh4mql1u.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/6%20trans%20installed_zpsqh4mql1u.jpg.html)


http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/7%20drive%20line%20installed_zpsv2sr57xb.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/7%20drive%20line%20installed_zpsv2sr57xb.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

Fuel tanks and tool box are added.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/12%20tool%20box_zpsv0bojqyb.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/12%20tool%20box_zpsv0bojqyb.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/13%20air%20cleaners%20installed_zps5qhywteo.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/13%20air%20cleaners%20installed_zps5qhywteo.jpg.ht ml)

[tamkyo]

Lastly a quick mock-up of what is done so far.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/14%20quick%20mock%20up_zpstqlkz31i.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/14%20quick%20mock%20up_zpstqlkz31i.jpg.html)

[Roundabout]

that is gonna look awesome, is the rear fenders aluminium??

[WillsIH]

Have you figured out what your going to do with the oval shaped lights in your bumper?

This is an awesome cabover and Ill be staying tuned.

[tamkyo]

Have you figured out what your going to do with the oval shaped lights in your bumper?

This is an awesome cabover and Ill be staying tuned.

I am probably going to buy red transparent decal film and cover them to look like lights, I am not sure what else I can do lol. I wish plastic clear lenses were included but they are not.

[tamkyo]

that is gonna look awesome, is the rear fenders aluminium??

Yes the rear fenders are aluminum. Purchased on the Bay for around $180.00

[tamkyo]

Alloy wheels added front and rear;

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/wheels%201_zpsqb2yhwyy.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/wheels%201_zpsqb2yhwyy.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/wheels%202_zpskgqleu2m.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/wheels%202_zpskgqleu2m.jpg.html)

[bigford]

looking good!! sucks about the oval lights not coming with glass.

[tamkyo]

Added the fifth wheel. This unit is really impressive, a lot more scale and detailed than I expected. Worth the $100.00 in my opinion.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160222_193805_resized_zpsmtsfjlww.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160222_193805_resized_zpsmtsfjlww.jpg.html)

[DieselKid]

Nice clean looking custom truck!! Very well done! :)

I love the custom air cleaners behind the steers, gives it the authentic K100 feel! And those rear fenders are awesome!:D Had seen them on e-bay a while back, but never saw them mounted on anything! Do believe I'm gonna have to look into a set of those! Do they bolt right up to existing holes in the frame rails, or is some extra drilling required?

-Alex

[tamkyo]

Nice clean looking custom truck!! Very well done! :)

I love the custom air cleaners behind the steers, gives it the authentic K100 feel! And those rear fenders are awesome!:D Had seen them on e-bay a while back, but never saw them mounted on anything! Do believe I'm gonna have to look into a set of those! Do they bolt right up to existing holes in the frame rails, or is some extra drilling required?

-Alex

These bolt right up to existing holes. They are very nice and include lenses for the tail lights. I recommend them.

[bigdogrod]

sharp looking truck, i like the frame paint color

[toniolillo]

Hi, I have wanted to see the end result, a greeting and encouragement

[1985 kenworth]

wow great job on the globeliner:D:D

[tamkyo]

So I think I missed a few steps...lol..anyway the truck has now been primed, the inside of the cab has been painted a light sand color as has the interior parts and the outside has the base coat of white applied at this stage. Sorry for not having taken more pictures.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160307_211614_resized_zps6nw3h9vu.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160307_211614_resized_zps6nw3h9vu.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160307_211609_resized_zpsxhculhlq.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160307_211609_resized_zpsxhculhlq.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

The body work is far from spectacular but for my first time I have decided it is acceptable. I have begun taping off the paint scheme for the second color. The white paint may look dull but that's because I have been sanding in between costs. Once the paint and decals have been applied, I will cover the truck in 2K clear which hopefully will give the truck a nice look.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160308_213255_resized_zpsgtoa4v6o.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160308_213255_resized_zpsgtoa4v6o.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

The blue has been applied. Next are the decals and pin stripes.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160314_224150_resized_zpspbs1qitg.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160314_224150_resized_zpspbs1qitg.jpg.html)

[Northern Farmer]

Sweet build keep up the good work on her! :cool:

[bigmudbronco]

Looking good

[tamkyo]

Some more progress. The body has been striped and decals applied.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160321_201141_resized_zps3ppvtcws.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160321_201141_resized_zps3ppvtcws.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160321_201144_resized_zpsffemawhl.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160321_201144_resized_zpsffemawhl.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160321_201217_resized_zps1t4xuplk.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160321_201217_resized_zps1t4xuplk.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

The front of the truck

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160321_201201_resized_zps0yhtnfjq.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160321_201201_resized_zps0yhtnfjq.jpg.html)

[tamkyo]

This is the current mock up after the 2K clear has been applied. Still lots of little things to do but its coming along.

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160321_205910_resized_zpsw0kml5ei.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160321_205910_resized_zpsw0kml5ei.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160321_205901_resized_zpsyursv9u1.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160321_205901_resized_zpsyursv9u1.jpg.html)

http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd63/filow_bedow/20160321_205853_resized_zpsjcwdo5yf.jpg (http://s223.photobucket.com/user/filow_bedow/media/20160321_205853_resized_zpsjcwdo5yf.jpg.html)

[Bo Wallen]

That is a classy good looking Truck :):)

[Cossett]

Can I have her, she is soooooooooo nice................

Cheers Tracy

[up9018]

Very nice old school paint job. Truck looks great.

[JamesBC]

That is super nice.

[WillsIH]

That cab looks fantastic

[FabOne]

Really looking GOOD!!

-Terry

[1985 kenworth]

wow very nicely done :)..love the KW paint scheme ...its perfect