Model Boat Mayhem
Mess Deck: General Section => Other Hobbies and Interests => Topic started by: Tug-Kenny RIP on July 28, 2012, 11:04:54 am
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My other hobby is making these expensive toys.
The Tamiya truck is a kit supplied to enable you to completely build a Truck without buying any thing else to finish it. (unlike model boats !!)
This is my third truck in the series and I find them quite enjoyable to construct. The Trailers are priced a bit over the top so I have scratch built a Box trailer which fits over the chassis of their flat bed trailer. That way, I have two for the price of one. Here's a few pictures to give you the idea.
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Here's the trailers. The large box goes over the flat bed trailer so that it utilises the running section.
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Here's the scratch build trailer now with doors fitted. Just a respray required and wire up the 50 lights or so. :}
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What are the sound units like for trucks?
Could they be utilised for boats?
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Quite something Martin. £350 worth of clever digitising.
It is programmed with the complete sound effects of a truck, and there is no way of altering it. The timed sequences are out of this world and it's all automatic. One movement of the joystick starts a chain of reactions. The unit even shakes the cabin to simulatate cab vibrations.
For a demonstration on the Multi processor unit, may I recommend the YouTube films which guys have submitted. Made me smile, I can tell you.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3KG0CzTEsI&feature=related
cheers
ken
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are they the tamiya hop up shocks you have fitted? how did you find them... mine made the suspension far too stiff
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Hiya Essex,
No, these were the kit ones. I too have heard about the stiffness of the 'improved ' shocks so didn't go this route. I did, however, lightly lubricate the ones I had, to ensure an easy ride.
The computer system is really out of this world though. It does have up to 20 input sockets for connecting lights and servos here, there, and everywhere. It's also clever in utilising a four channel transmitter which depends on stick positioning to fire the right sequence of commands.
I am having to re-think linking up the trailer remotely and getting the rear lights to connect by themselves. This is not part of the design so I'm trying to find out how to improve it. It's nice to do these things as a hobby rather than commercially. Keep the grey cells busy. :}
regards
ken
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I've dug out the pictures of the shocks I've used.
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For Martin.
Here is the computer and it's associated wiring loom. I've fitted it on a board which hinges behind the driver's seat when the cab pulls back down.
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I have been busy finishing off my scratch trailer. Here is the result at the moment. I have built some mudguards and re-sprayed it once again and fitted out the lighting system.
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Now I'm into the computer system and it's myriad of sockets, I have been experimenting with extended lighting.
To this end, I have installed 30 orange LED's around the Truck roof. You will probably have noticed the 50 or so light position holes around the trailer roof. These have yet to be wired up, so the exciting bit is to come. %)
ken
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The original Flat bed trailer is just asking for a boat to be transported.
As this is a scale of 1:14, anyone have any ideas of a boat please.
ken
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Phantom perhaps?
http://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/acatalog/billing_boats_phantom.html
Big pockets?
http://www.cornwallmodelboats.co.uk/acatalog/graupner-ti-amo.html
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Thanks for the ideas. :-)) I guessed there weren't many in the scale, but this type of craft would be the way to go.
cheers
ken
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Thanks for the ideas. :-)) I guessed there weren't many in the scale, but this type of craft would be the way to go.
cheers
ken
No there isn't.... I have already been looking.
In the end I decided on a low loader and a Showmans Engine as a load
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Quite something Martin. £350 worth of clever digitising.
It is programmed with the complete sound effects of a truck, and there is no way of altering it. The timed sequences are out of this world and it's all automatic. One movement of the joystick starts a chain of reactions. The unit even shakes the cabin to simulate cab vibrations.
For a demonstration on the Multi processor unit, may I recommend the YouTube films which guys have submitted. Made me smile, I can tell you.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3KG0CzTEsI&feature=related
cheers
ken
Are these the sound units? If they are then the price of £265 is a little less than you have been paying. :-))
http://www.amazon.co.uk/TAMIYA-01-Super-Sound-module/dp/B0000WRYKC/ref=sr_1_12?s=kids&ie=UTF8&qid=1344246479&sr=1-12
These look like fun but it is an expensive model by my cheapskate standards:
Basic Scania Truck £352
http://www.amazon.co.uk/01-SCANIA-R620-6X4-KIT/dp/B002AT6620/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1344246784&sr=8-1
Tamiya Flatbed Trailer £177
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Dtoys&field-keywords=tamiya+trailer
Sound Unit £265
Link above
Light Unit £200
http://www.amazon.co.uk/14-Rc-Tractor-Light-Unit/dp/B0000WRYIE/ref=sr_1_45?s=kids&ie=UTF8&qid=1344246995&sr=1-45
+ lots of bits I am sure so £1000 plus radio + dress up bits.
At the Lincoln Steam Fayre each year they have a demo area for these but are clubs common & do they do more than drive around?
I always fancy the fork lift trucks that are always messing around the display which I think might be these at £180.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Carson-Functional-model-Linde-forklift/dp/B0044C2C24/ref=sr_1_20?s=kids&ie=UTF8&qid=1344247362&sr=1-20
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No there isn't.... I have already been looking.
In the end I decided on a low loader and a Showmans Engine as a load
A Low Loader. Yes, I have seen these and fancy having a go. The major problem for us poor people is obtaining the rear wheels complete with Bogies. To build them by buying each part costs more than a complete trailer. That's why I've gone the route I did. I also fancy building a Digger with all electronics but the prices here can exceed three thousand quid, so that's out of the window.
I'm very pleased with Tamiya's engineering and thoroughly enjoyed the construction. Mind you, the scratch building part took twice as long and was very challenging to an old plastic boat builder. :}
ken
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................... I also fancy building a Digger with all electronics but the prices here can exceed three thousand quid, so that's out of the window..........................
Just interested as they are way out of my comfort price league but are there any piccies or links for these?
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Are these the sound units? If they are then the price of £265 is a little less than you have been paying.
No. Theses are just sound units. What I have is the Multifunction unit which incorporates the controlling of the lights as well.
This device has around twenty separate sockets to plug in side lights, headlights, spot lights, brake lights winkers left and right, reversing light, and a tea making machine. (I made the last one up, cause it feels that it should for the price !!) Believe me, as a poor ol pensioner, I have research the prices all over the world and couldn't believe them.
You're right about the Trailer price. These are the cheapest way of getting hold of the rear wheels that I know of. Did you see the price of the large freezer trailer next to the one on Amazon. Phew over £400.
They are very popular these days and clubs are springing up all over the place. I'm actually in three forums which are very interesting. A bit slow on the letters side but the information that's on them is worthwhile.
Can't disagree with you about the prices though. A licence to print money. I'll check back on the diggers and prices as your interested.
regards
ken
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Here is the club I am in for all things Tamiya.
http://www.tamiyatruckin.org.uk/forum/default-topic/169-wedico-cat-345d.html
I did enquire about the diggers so here is the letters page. A starting price was Three thousand Six hundred Quid.
Not sure if you have to join to see any pictures, but it is free and well worth the 'Eye candy'
Cheers
ken
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No. Theses are just sound units. What I have is the Multifunction unit which incorporates the controlling of the lights as well.
This device has around twenty separate sockets to plug in side lights, headlights, spot lights, brake lights winkers left and right, reversing light, and a tea making machine. (I made the last one up, cause it feels that it should for the price !!) Believe me, as a poor ol pensioner, I have research the prices all over the world and couldn't believe them.
Sorry hoped it might be a saving!
You're right about the Trailer price. These are the cheapest way of getting hold of the rear wheels that I know of. Did you see the price of the large freezer trailer next to the one on Amazon. Phew over £400.....................
A quick look suggests that the £400 trailer is middle of the road.
Curtained side euro container £680!!!!!!
3 axle tipper trailer £729!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Both here:
http://www.tamiyatrucks.co.uk/
It is a pity that they don't offer more for the self builder at reasonable prices so that an aftermarket could develop of body parts. The trucks are very modern & big whilst I would be more ineterested in a 1960's Scammell or the older US trucks. The trucks on display at Lincoln always seem to be demonstartions of masculinity where size matters so much.
Thank you for the forum link.
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Here's the best prices you can get on the Web.
http://www.stellamodels.com.hk/tractor-trucks-c-76_78.html
Have a browse and check it out.
regards
ken
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Word of advice
Quite often the chrome body specials are offered cheaper than the normal ones.... there's a reason for this.... its nigh on impossible to get a good paint finish on the chrome using the reccomended method of a coloured clearcoat.
I ended up priming and spraying mine in normal metallic paint and Im still not happy with it.
Reminds me... must look for a new body parts set
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While looking for something else I found this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4KrykQYcaU&feature=related
And this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9VAPGDZTFQ&feature=related
Make sure you have something absorbent close by to mop up the drool :)
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Thank you for that Essex.
Yes, this is the club I am in and I was at the 2012 show, so waiting for the film.
Here she is, all finished. Total costs £800 %)
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I read somewhere that Tamiya is considering ending this range :o :((
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That's not good news, just as I've started. %)
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I know....
The good thing is that I have only found one reference to them stopping and can't find anything to substantiate it, so here's hoping
Whats next for you?
Im considering either the globeliner or the aeromax next, but the wife says there has to be a considerable decrease in my unbuilt toys collection firtst :(
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I fancy the scratch building trailer approach. Unfortunately, the individual parts like axles and frames are not sold separately and the only way is to cannibalise a new trailer chassis. I am at present pricing them up from world wide sources. Stella models still comes out in front with nicer prices but it's still a wrench.
I have sourced aluminium angle and nuts and bolts so that's no problem. I might build a car transporter or heavy tank carrier framework before thinking of the wheels. I've even looked in toy shops and have a few ideas. Watch this space, as they say. %)
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Earlier in this topic someone said about doing away with the necessity of hard wiring/plugs & sockets between tractor and trailer. :-) There is a kit which does this via wireless but as with everything is quite expensive. :((
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Yes, that's correct, it can be done this way. It's a very expensive hobby.
Last night I bought my second trailer kit and now have something to look forward too. I'll update the blog as I progress. :}
ken
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The new trailer kit has arrived and I built the whole thing in a day and a half.
It's a pole trailer and come complete with everything. Didn't have to scratch build at all and it was a pleasure to build. My reason for getting it was to use the rear set of wheels for my new idea of scratch building a Car transporter. It would appear to do the job as it separates from the pole and is a self contained section.
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Here's a detailed shot of the wheels. Notice that they are fully sprung and beautifully engineered.
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Hi Just Asking you guys who might know my local model shop still has a Tamiya big yellow dump truck is it worth buying. and if so what should I offer as the box front is very faided.
Regards howard.
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The most important factor you are looking for is the scale must be 1:14.
I was only looking at this model today on Ebay and decided it would need stripping for the realistic parts. (and difficult to scratch build). Gotta save a quid or two !!! as Tamiya caters for the wannit all brigade. %) %) and individual parts are through the roof.
Hope this helps.
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Hi Just Asking you guys who might know my local model shop still has a Tamiya big yellow dump truck is it worth buying. and if so what should I offer as the box front is very faided.
Regards howard.
Those things are quite collectable now, as they were not too popular when released. It was based on a RC monster truck chassis and was 1:20 scale putting off the Scale "truckers" and the price put off the casual builder
They fetch a tidy sum these days
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-58268-Mammoth-Dump-Truck-1-20-New-Sealed-/230850490758?pt=Radio_Control_Vehicles&hash=item35bfc2f186
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130764359724?ru=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_sacat%3D0%26_nkw%3D130764359724%26_rdc%3D1
If you can get it for less than 200 then go for it
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I'm onto my 5th truck now and I'm into customization too... Absolutely fantastic trucks. Very versatile too. I attend a club every other Tuesday with other drivers in Seaham. DMTT - Durham model truck & tank club if anyones interested. :-))
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Sounds good.
We don't many meetings per year down this way. The next one is next Sunday at Yate Centre Nr Bristol. I shall trip along with my fleet and get some more ideas !! for the next one.
I haven't built anything lately, but I have collected angle aluminium for a project.
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Here's a couple of shots of a few i've built/painted etc...
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/WhiteKingHauler3.jpg)
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/WhiteKingHauler2.jpg)
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/Scania48.jpg)
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/Scania49.jpg)
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/Scania50.jpg)
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/Scania52.jpg)
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/Scania54.jpg)
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/Harrogate201230.jpg)
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/Harrogate201266.jpg)
(http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab88/adamgoodin/04082011075.jpg)
Ok - it's more than a couple but there you go... Hope you like :-)
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Thank you for showing us, Adam. Quite a fleet you've got there. Very impressive. :-))
I am at present scratch building another trailer in between finishing the boat. Quite busy in the workshops these days. :}
Cheers
Ken
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I have just "stole" a Tamiya Globeliner kit on a Finnish auction site
Seller states its been sitting on a shelf for at least 10 years but the parts are still sealed and look OK
How much was this bargain? €50 plus another 20 for postage. Strangely the trailer he had listed (Tanker trailer) sold for over 400!
happy days!
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Lucky or what. I'll bet your pleased.
The trailers are very high prices, that's why I'm having a go at making my own. ;)
ken
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Very.... My search for a trailer continues
Now the only problem is that I need another MFU-01 unit :( still Joulupukki calls in 2 months and 1 day
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Why not go my route and get the cheapest one which is the Flat bed. That way, you have the basic wheels and chassis assembly and the world is your oyster regarding the type of trailer you place on top. :}
I have purchased extra wheels and tyres at great expense, I might add, with a view to making it up to a chassis. Unfortunately the search ends there because Tamiya will not release the individual parts to construct it ones self.
The devil is in the detail, as you know, as the beauty of the thing is the hundreds of parts needed to make the wheels go around. Their top of the range trailer is now over £500 and when you look at what's involved , you can soon see why.
Your purchase has spurred me on to think about another truck to share the pulling of my three trailers. They look a bit lonely sitting by themselves on the shelf. 8)
regards
Ken
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Carson-GOLDHOFER-Sattelanhanger-BAU-STN-L-3-500907060-/230838353309?pt=RC_Modellbau&hash=item35bf09bd9d
Thats the one I have my eye on.... been looking for a second hand one but they dont turn up often and when they do they sell for almost new prices, sometimes more
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I know the trader from referring to his site often. Yes, it's a splendid trailer and quite detailed, but somehow, not quite Tamiya. The wheel designs are smaller and different, that's why I thought it might be better to scratch build the metal parts and fit them on the correct wheels.
Mind you, it does also have the advantage of being in the European union with no extra taxes to pay. The other Carson trailers really do exceed my price barrier and seem a licence to print money for what you get. %)
Regards
ken
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Hi guys... Just a bit of info. regards to the Goldhofer low-loader - The wheels on these things are designed to be smaller, but duals on each axle for better load distribution (Well - on the real thing atleast). Another way to get a low loader, is to search for a Bruder Low loader (a plastic toy in effect) and convert it yourself, I am half way through extending one at the minute.
I can vouch for Carson trailers, I have owned carson gear, and seen many in action, they are superb, and although very pricey, they are worth every penny in my honest opinion. They are constructed out of Alum. mostly, all machined and ready to assemble.
The tipper's are particularly impressive, when in operation. :}
A great place, with good prices is - mbs... https://www.mbs-modellbaushop.com/modellbau/rc-trucks-u2/ i order here quite regular, the shipping is super, and rather quick too.
Hope this helps :-)
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I've coupled it all together ready for the local club meeting.
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Fascinating new hobby.
In the warm for the winter. :} :} It looks like I've got a lot to learn after seeing the other trucks on display. Some of these can cost over 4000 Quid. :o
ken
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Nice road-train Kenny :-))
I love going to the shows, it gives you a real insight (just like the boats) into what you can do with these models.
If your interested - Our club are displaying a full road layout at Harrogate model Engineering show next year - your more than welcome to bring your trucks/trailers along and have a run round the layout with us. Anyone else is more than welcome to do the same - I know some of you will no doubt be displaying at the show so pop over and say Hi :}
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Harrogate is bit far for me, but thank you anyway. I'm in various Tamiya clubs and have joined the Bristol club as it's somewhere nice and warm to go in the winter when the lakes are frozen. :}
I've been working on my latest trailer and here's a few pics. It's a car transporter and is scratch built on top of commercial wheels and axles. I had to buy the Aluminium (what a price mmh!!!) frames and angles but it was a challenge to fit it all together. Finally, clad it in Plastic and now considering what colour to spray it.
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Nice Transporter Kenny :-)) You don't see enough of these on the RC Truck scene.
Did yo manage to decide on a colour for it? I think most seem to be Red, Blue or Black in the "real" world - I'd go with a nice deep blue perhaps if you haven't already.
- I'm just in the process of wiring up all my LED's for the Scania before I start 2 Custom trucks and a Custom Tanker Trailer! (Amongst about 3 boat builds!!!!!) :embarrassed: %)
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Thank you Adam.
Funny you should say Blue as I've just come in from spraying her that colour right now. I had to have the doors open and it was cccccold out there. I hope the paint doesn't suffer.
Her she is before the stripping down. As you can see there has been some drastic alterations (trying to get it right) along with some major purchases to tart her up a bit. :}
I'm rushing to get her roadworthy for the Sunday meeting in Bristol.
Ken
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Great minds think alike Ken! I'm sure the paint will turn out just fine - I can't do anything outside here as it's raining - but plenty to do in-doors!
Looking brilliant there Ken with the full load of cars!
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See. It swayed you. %) It's the addition of the cars that sets it off. I've been months trying to find 1:14 scale vehicles and believe me, it's not easy. They are not R/C'd as per the £26 range on Ebay but in the bargain type shops for £3.99, and are meant for kiddies to push around. Still, they look good from a distance.
Yes it's raining and blowing something orrible down here, so I've retired indoors as well.
Cheers
ken
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Been busy in the paint shop these last few days.
Here she is all Blue and shiny. Now wiring up 20 LED's all around the sides
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Toying with the idea of putting mine up for sale, if there is any interest
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Please put up a picture and we can value it for you. :}
I honestly don't know the buying interest as they do come up on Ebay, ready built. Me personally, am only interested in the constructing side as I'm finding, like my boats, that I don't really use them much when finished.
Cheers
ken
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Me personally, am only interested in the constructing side as I'm finding, like my boats, that I don't really use them much when finished.
Cheers
ken
I know what you mean.... its never been run on anything other than the lounge carpet. Part of the reason why I'm thinking of selling
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Don't forget the picture then. :}
Today I wired up some side lights for the trailer. 20 LED's all on one resister. Connected it to 3 volt battery pack and left it on all afternoon. Cheap to run.
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Well done Ken, looks fantastic!! That should turn some heads at the Truck meets :-)) O0
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Thanks Adam. They're supposed to be orange. %) Wonder what happened to the film.
I am going to the club meeting this Sunday. It's at Yate, near Bristol if anyone is interested and we'll be there in the village hall for most of the day. I've even met Boaties there, (coming in from the cold lakes in the winter I suppose) :}
Ken
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:D
I'd like to get along to a Yate meet at some point, but Bristol is a bit of a distance for me. Take plenty of pics Ken :-)
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Will do. :-))
ken
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Enjoyed the meeting. Took plenty of pictures for their Web club so here's just one of my fleet on the circuit.
(http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p240/tug---kenny/Yate%20model%20Truck%20club/DSCF7550.gif)
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Lets see a few more photos Ken.
By the way I think you will find that one truck does not make a fleet (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/veg1.gif)
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Is it possible to have a fleet of trailers ? {-)
OK. Here's some more by popular demand..
(http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p240/tug---kenny/Yate%20model%20Truck%20club/DSCF7559.gif)
(http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p240/tug---kenny/Yate%20model%20Truck%20club/DSCF7543.gif)
(http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p240/tug---kenny/Yate%20model%20Truck%20club/DSCF7548.gif)
(http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p240/tug---kenny/Yate%20model%20Truck%20club/DSCF7549.gif)
Some money has been spent there eh ? I'm hoping for a good Xmas pressie %)
Ken
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As a matter of interest Dicky, what trucks have you driven ?
Ken
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How long have you got Ken, Ive forgotten more than I can remember.
Model of one, MAN tractor unit with flatbed, though it was usually reefers.
(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Trucks/DSCF0018.jpg)
Mercedes on fridge work.
(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Christian%20Salvesen/CSalvesen1625OSX738Y.jpg)
Then there was British Leyland, Volvo, Scania, ERF, Bedford all of these different models over a period of time.
Trouble is the only photos I have are non digital and in the house somewhere.
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That's great. I was considering a 'Man' truck for my next build. The kit is only £370 (She can't see this small writing).
Now I've got a gap in builds I might as well get on with the Fairmile D
Cheers
ken
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That's great. I was considering a 'Man' truck for my next build. The kit is only £370 (She can't see this small writing).
Now I've got a gap in builds I might as well get on with the Fairmile D
Cheers
ken
Hey! Kenny!
Leave them trucks alone!
After all its just another truck on the road!
:D :D :D
Ned
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Very addictive Ned. {-) {-)
ken
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Just found another one Ken.
(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/Christian%20Salvesen/2eaigkj.jpg)
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That's nice Dicky. They have these at the club and I wondered if perhaps I should do one as I have a Volvo car. %)
Been out in the workshop designing a tipper trailer but it got too cold to continue. The mechanism on these beasts take some emulating to work properly.
Cheers
ken
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I have been beavering quietly away on the tipper trailer and here is the results.
I have arranged a lifting mechanism using a motor driving a long threaded shaft. This will be speed controlled from the T/X.
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I then made the top section from plastic sheet. (just like building a boat ?)
and this was hinged to the chassis.
The painting has been left until more clement weather. %) besides, it's cold out there in the shed.
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Nice one Ken :-)) Looks cracking mate.
You tried loading/tipping with anything yet?
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Still working on it. Decided on a paint job. :} Haven't connected electrically yet as I need another speed controller.
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Could one of you nice Truck-type chappies possibly help me out with something please?
I've seen a couple of the Truck Cab-detail sprues for sale, and would like to make use of the seats, steering wheel and dash in a (dare I say).... ....Boat!
I realise that they are 1:14 scale, but could someone provide me (all of us?) with some reasonably accurate dimensions for reference...
I've added a piccy of the Scania sprue, but I know that there some others appear, and I guess that they will all be similar(ish), wont they?
Cheers,
Andy
(http://s8.postimage.org/n9k4m8byt/Scania_Cab_Detail.jpg)
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Pah!
Wish you had said a week ago!
Just got rid of my truck complete with an unused interior sprue (no room once the speaker and MFU was fitted)
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Not to worry. I've just been out and measured mine. (if you'll pardon the expression)
The steering wheel is 34mm Diameter
The seat is 31mm wide by 38mm deep by 61 .5 high
the dashboard is 175mm long by 12.5mm thick on passenger side. It rises for he steering wheel section.
No problem as we like to help you Boaty types. {-)
Ken
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You've reminded me to put up some more on my build.
She's nearly finished now and Here's the latest pictures. I have made a YouTube film of the build and it's here.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miU5Y6xJdeM
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Pah!
Wish you had said a week ago!
Just got rid of my truck complete with an unused interior sprue (no room once the speaker and MFU was fitted)
Yes, I was watching that one.
Have you still got the new in the box King Hauler ?? mmmmmh
Ken
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Pah!
Wish you had said a week ago!
Just got rid of my truck complete with an unused interior sprue...
The steering wheel is 34mm Diameter
The seat is 31mm wide by 38mm deep by 61.5 high
the dashboard is 175mm long by 12.5mm thick on passenger side. It rises for the steering wheel section.
No problem as we like to help you Boaty types. {-)
Ken
Thank you both.
ess2vis, isn't that always the way?! <:(
Ken, Where would Trucky-types be without something intersting to haul...
(http://s13.postimage.org/t4e9xxwlz/MAN_V8.png)
Don't s'pose you've any idea where to get a 1:14 scale Yorkie bar? {-)
Andy
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Yes, I was watching that one.
Have you still got the new in the box King Hauler ?? mmmmmh
Ken
Nope no trucks now :(
Don't worry tho, I can assure you the proceeds of the sale have been carefully wasted reinvested.
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I want some 1/14th. scale tree trunks, any ideas?
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That's a challenge. :}
Can't say I've much info on this. Have you considered making them ?
Ken
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I want some 1/14th. scale tree trunks, any ideas?
Most models I have seen with log loads have used real wood
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Ah !! %)
If you just want logs for a lorry load then Essex's suggestion is the way the guys go.
I thought you might have been after imitation trees with branches for a 'still life' model.
Cheers
Ken
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If you do fo for the real wood look... take your time to find ones that look right. It might take longer but its well worth it in the end
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For the imitation logs - Go to a pet store ... The little bridges they use for Rabbit runs/Hamster set ups etc are roughly the right size :-))
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Today I took my truck to a meeting of club members. Wow is all I can say. What splendid build jobs were done. It's quite easy to get rid of a load of money if you want the best there is. Put mine to shame, that's for sure.
Here she is waiting to get on the track. :}
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As I'm in between boats I have resprayed my tipper truck and also started building a new truck.We'll start with another trailer that I've built to add to the fleet.
This latest truck is the newest one from the Tamiya stables and is called the Mercedes Actros. I have altered it beyond recognition by fitting a longer chassis and 12 wheels with double steering. I am building a copy of the local large haulage firms tow truck and this is where I'm at.
Still a bit of work to do but we are almost there. I have to get it ready for the Thornbury model show in August as I'm in the local club.
Cheers.
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Forgot to add the resprayed tipper truck.
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how much of the detail are you adding to the wrecker kenny , it looks a little bare for a WALLS RECOVERY TRUCK ! jon
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That's in the pipeline. The more you look into it, the more there is to fit on. The original truck is around £500,00. %)
Ken
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For sure this other hobby can be a bit addictive %% and very expensive. Just fitted IR control for the trailer lights :embarrassed:
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Attention
loading the trailer is dangerous!
do not leave the house {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-) {-)
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some great looking trucks :-) ive got an Aeromax that still needs building and have been gathering parts to make a "Low Car" from a king hauler with a stretched chassis. But at the time the only person doing chassis rails was stateside and would have cost a small fortune to get them to the UK unsure if theres guys in the UK doing them now.
I also have a F350 with full lights and sound with a 15mm body lift which looks great :D
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I've been steadily adding to the Walls truck and now have the rear of the crane built up. The lights are wired up and she motors around nicely.
@ A71. You can get the rails from either B7Q or Wicks if you fancy marking out and cutting. much cheaper.
@ Greyone. It's certainly addictive. I'm now in several Tamiya clubs. We are off to a show next weekend for the Bristol modellers society. It's on the web.
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Have low-loader still to build to transport the Pershing %% %% %% %%
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I have a low-loader still to build %% %% so that I can transport the Pershing tank :}
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My Tamiya truck is now finished and is up on Youtube.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZci-ersV-U&feature=c4-overview&list=UUG5Luksc1sDz6ZJ_mnhMcyw
Cheers
Ken
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:-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
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I have completed the build of my Car Transporter and made a little construction film for YouTube.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6xa-seaXpE&feature=youtu.be
Cheers
Ken
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Here's a picture for those that can't get YouTube.
Ken
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Hi I could get interested in making one of these trucks . Are there other options to Tamiya . I seem to remember Robbe made them as well. Are they as good.
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The Tamiya one is at 1:14 scale but Bruder make some in 1:16 scale.
We sometimes go for Bruder trailers as they can be adapted to match up the wheels etc. for scratch builds.
Hope this helps
ken
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Thanks for info I can feel a new toy coming on , the wife will be pleased Django
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Just watched the vids Ken, superb, really very good builds. Enjoyed you making them... :-)) :-))
Si:)
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ive a less than able bodied brother in law whos an ex coach driver who would love a tamiya truck , its a pity they cost so much money to buy the kits !
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The main problem is getting them into this country. Originally they are only £230 but the postage alone is over £50 and you may get stung with import duty.
My wife says "why don't you go out in the workshop" so no worries there. %) Thanks for the compliments Eddie. Next model on the design board.
Cheers
ken
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Have you seen Leadbeaters "Lost Legends" trucks Kenny? Paint jobs on a black cab and a deep maroon cab.
Regards Ian.
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You would need tremendous brush control to replicate that in 1:16 scale.
Get the airbrush out and start practising Kenny O0 O0 O0
Ned
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You've obviously seen em Ned? Only saw the back of the maroon cab this weekend without a trailer. Based opposite me back door (metaphorically speaking of course).
Regards Ian.
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Some pics
http://www.flickr.com/photos/truck_photos/7152137633/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/truck_photos/7152137633/)
Ned
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Hey, I like that. :-))
Cheers, I'll see what I can do. ;)
Ken
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dont the E W GARDNER & grandson trucks get your side of the bridge ken ? they are based in avonmouth and were hauling for simms metals , the trailers are typical scrap hauling bulkers and beaten to hell , but the tractor units are mostly scania and each is individually airbrushed with a different theme
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Cricky !! Haven't seen them over here. I have noted their web page and might use them for future reference.
Thanks for your interest
ken
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I have been busy working on some scenery for the Truck clubs layout.
Here are some picture of the bridge and flyover system I've constructed. it all pulls apart, so here's hoping it will all go in the car. %)
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Heres a close up
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{-)...& Ken says ..... 'it all pulls apart so hope it will go in the car'....... %% {-) :embarrassed: %) ;) ok2 :-)...you got a very big car then Ken? :P ......Derek
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Excellent Ken
I recognised the bridge immediately ...
Or maybe it's a film sequel
Honey I Shrunk The Bridge
Dave
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Derek you need to learn how to screen shot LOL :-)
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Yes it all fitted. I couldn't get a picture as it was dark and raining when I set off today.
Here it is assembled on the dance floor. The chains will take a while to construct and then there's the 1000's of white LED's to wire in. Ho Hum
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I am always really enthused by the display of lorries put on at Brighton Modelworld each year making me want to start a truck, but I have always fancied something from the forties-sixties. This naturally engenders the 'well you will have to build it yourself' response from friends who patiently listen to my eulogising! I had a Gogle a year or two back and found nothing of this era but AFV club have released a kit of the AEC Matador in 1:35th scale so maybe this will be my boost. I love your bridge Kenny, I thnk that elevation on any display e it railway or even wargaming adds so much extra dynamism especially if there are moving elements. Brilliant:O)
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Thanks for the kind comments. :}
I am at present designing a Routemaster London bus. I have the Revell kit to guide me and will be scaling it up to the 1:14 scale to match the Tamiya stuff.
I appreciate what you say about costs as it's not a cheap hobby, but one has to look around and cobble the necessary parts together. Have a Google for the pictures of what you fancy and do a bit of research and anything's possible. The fun is in the designing and building as cheap as you can.
Best of luck
Ken
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Today I took my truck to a meeting of club members. Wow is all I can say. What splendid build jobs were done. It's quite easy to get rid of a load of money if you want the best there is. Put mine to shame, that's for sure.
Here she is waiting to get on the track. :}
Nice Scania Highline there Tug---Kenny here's a pic of my one ;)
(http://i802.photobucket.com/albums/yy307/m4rky-photos/IMG_0333_zps913b2287.jpg)
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For any of you who want to get started on a budget :)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-1-14-Volvo-FH12-Semi-Truck-Vintage-Roller-Chassis-RTR-king-hauler-globe-/281266382667?pt=Radio_Control_Vehicles&hash=item417cc8674b
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Nice one Mark. :-)) :-)) ps... I've moved your racing car item outa here. %)
My next project is the London Bus so I'll be needing another Tamya for it's rolling chassis.
For those of you interested then the cheapest supplier is Stella models in Japan. The latest prices to your door would be around £270. (might be cheaper if you miss import duty !!)
Cheers
ken
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For those of you interested then the cheapest supplier is Stella models in Japan. The latest prices to your door would be around £270. (might be cheaper if you miss import duty !!)
Cheers
ken
Yeah Stella Models is a very good seller... I have use them regularly and I have yet to pay any duty, even 3 RC car kits :o
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Ken, I have the Scania 620 6x4 sat on the shelf doing nothing, I've also fitted Tamiya's MFU into it.
You could always strip that down for the rolling chassis plus any other bits you may need?
I'm open to reasonable offers for it, perhaps something around the price of a nice Deans Marine kit, ready for when I'm finished the MS Vliestroom I'm doing at the mo.
Post up some pics of the London bus once you get into it, they would be great to see.
Regards
Ian
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Hi Ian,
Nice to hear from you with your kind offer. Today I placed my order with Stella for a Volvo truck as I needed a chassis with two axles. I have also ordered the latest MFU 3 sound unit with continental lorry sounds instead of of USA sounds. Well there's Four hundred quid gone !!. This does mean I shall not be using the body work but i can sell this on to someone else in the Internet model truck club I'm in. I shall be doing my blog over there but will post occasional pictures here, if there is any interest.
We are always swapping parts around between us and I have quite a collection of spares. I might be interested in your set up, as I hate to see bargains pass me by. You might like to PM me privately with some better idea of a price and I can weep quietly if necessary. :}
Thank you for your interest.
Ken
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YES PLEASE
Ken on average how much do these little beauties cost.......Whats the cheapest (cos I am a cheapskate) or the least one can buy one for
Dave
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Hiya Dave,
Here is the price list of Stellas's shop in Japan. Have a read through and get the flavour. We welcome all converts. te he
http://www.stellamodels.com.hk/tractor-trucks-c-76_78.html
You can change the currency to Pounds in the box on right hand side of the screen. Then add £63 for the postage. Tell them I sent you and they won't give a %)
Cheers
ken
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MMMM could cause a DIVORCE this
Dave
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MMMM could cause a DIVORCE this
Dave
Something to bear in mind, a built one in good nick (99% of these a shelf queens) will make almost as much as an unbuilt kit
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Yes, this is the problem with them. It's All or Nothing in one go, unlike our boats which breaks up the expense.
I do agree with you that it causes friction... O0 Although they are reasonably sturdy, I wouldn't like a tiny Tot to be near them Da Da. {-)
Cheers
Ken
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i recently bought an unbuilt kit that somebody had robbed of its wolfe transport stickers and extras , the front super singles had been swapped for standard wheels / tyres the only missing part being its tamiya motor , the kit cost me just under £200 with a preowned scania cab thrown in . its been built without the tamiya mfu , but runing an mtroniks esc with astec lighting kit . i also bought a tamiya flat bed trailer which will become a general road tanker when my mate supplies me the stainless steel tube for the barrel !
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Hi Jon,
Well done on your acquisition. You'll have to join another forum now. {-)
Here is a YouTube film of my build to show what's involved.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6FoECzuPN4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6FoECzuPN4)
I fancied scratch building a tanker trailer as well and the stumbling block was the chrome tube tank. %)
Cheers
ken
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I fancied scratch building a tanker trailer as well and the stumbling block was the chrome tube tank. %)
What Diameter do you need?
Thinking outside the box, have you got a custom car exhaust maker near you. They might have stainless steel tube close to the right diameter which would polish up nice and they could most probably TIG weld the end caps on for you too if you ask nicely and wave some beer tokens in front of them..
Paul.
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Hi Paul,
Great idea. Thank you for that.
Referring to my snap of the Trailer, they are slightly eliptical. I suppose it's possible to crush them a bit, although stainless is quite hard.
Cheers
Ken
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its normally only the spirit barrels that are elliptical , i want a general puropse barrel which are round ! weather i can fit baffles / compartments and have the ability to carry liquid remains to be seen . i was brought up with my father working for what was a large bulk liquid haulier based in avonmouth , so have lots of memories
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Hi Ken, they have all the hydraulic pipe bending gear so I would think they could squash it slightly, after all I have seen loads of "chav chariots with moosefart exhausts" sporting exit pipes that are oval...
Paul..
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-57070-Truck-RC-1-14-King-Hauler-Black-Edition-Full-Option-Set-Brand-New/221347461718?rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222002%26algo%3DSIC.FIT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D74%26meid%3D4978126998331059130%26pid%3D100005%26prg%3D1048%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D271406738289%26
Absolute Bargain!
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thats around 550 before they hit you on import tax , so possibly no cheaper than buying from a uk supplier ! thankfully my 6inch diameter stainless steel tube was collected yesterday , so the tanker build will commence shortly , i think im going to make a new chassis as i want the rear axles closer to the barrel than by using the standard tamiya profile chassis allows
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thats around 550 before they hit you on import tax , so possibly no cheaper than buying from a uk supplier ! thankfully my 6inch diameter stainless steel tube was collected yesterday , so the tanker build will commence shortly , i think im going to make a new chassis as i want the rear axles closer to the barrel than by using the standard tamiya profile chassis allows
Strangely I have never paid import duty on anything I have bought from japan and I have placed some fairly substantial (4 figures) orders
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MMMMM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alvbI8stNuE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alvbI8stNuE)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irzlq5eyGtA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irzlq5eyGtA)
WOW
Dave
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WOW is an understatement Dave O0.......not just the visuals....but the sound effects....air brakes releasing ...reversing horns & lights & the diesel engine sounds.... :-)) amazing......Derek
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Getting really interested in these now...it's all KEN'S fault.........might just have to SELL ALL my boats to get one MMMMMM
Dave
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These displays are on show at Dortmund (Apr 9-13 this year). Last year they even had a working combine harvesting 2" high cress as well as earth movers which must shift a couple of hundred kilos during the show.
Some of the prices though make you cringe eg €1000 for an axle with differential.
Still they do look good
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Getting really interested in these now...it's all KEN'S fault.........might just have to SELL ALL my boats to get one MMMMMM
Dave
Dave Remember I have one of these Scania's 6x4 sat doing nothing Hint hint {-)
Even has the all the sounds and lights.
The thing is with these are they are all nut and bolt put together so easy to strip back and do it to your own style.
As I said to Ken all Id want is enough to buy my next boat kit from someone like Deans Marine, Bit of a cheek I know but well, if you don't ask you don't get ok2
Ian
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Topic Split: Tamiya Race Truck project
http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,46747.0.html
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I think I'm in trouble with this... <:(
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What's wrong? :o
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I have this horrible feeling that I may have bitten off more than I chew, Ian...these tiny screws/nuts and my fingers don't go together very well.
Rich
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Hmmm I hadn't thought of that. Have you got or thought about a tiny magnetic socket set? or try rolling a tiny piece of bluetac and stuffing it in the end of the socket, just enough to hold the nut until you get a couple of turns on the thread?
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I have a magnetic screwdriver which is my best friend, where I have trouble is tightening the darn things when I've got them in place. I have very little strength left in my wrists/hands...if I shook your hand you won't notice. :embarrassed:
On a good day I'm reasonably ok...on a bad day I can hardly roll a smoke. But hey ho...I'll get there.
Rich
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I have this horrible feeling that I may have bitten off more than I chew, Ian...these tiny screws/nuts and my fingers don't go together very well.
Would one of these help? %)
https://www.aldi.co.uk/en/specialbuys/thursday-13th-march/product-detail/ps/p/air-impact-wrench-kit/
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Does the word ''overkill'' mean anything to you, Martin... :o
Rich
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Hi Rich,
Welcome the world of mechanical modeling in miniature. It's really not that bad once you get stuck in.
Whatever you do, I recommend laying out the parts from their bags in order of the assembly manual and sort them into piles ..... a component box is ideal. I now have 4 trays full of odd screws, etc, so if in trouble then please ask.
Glad you have a magnetic screwdriver, the box spanner provided is not magnetic, but the nuts do fit inside it nicely and holds them whilst putting into place over the screw thread, which a great help.
Persevere my friend, it will look lovely when finished. :-))
Cheers
ken
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Rich........these Japanese hand held sized drivers range from a thread size of 1.4 to 3.5.......strange nominations? :o........no...... as they also suit BA hex head sizes
The 10 BA open ender & the corresponding driver also work perfectly with 4AF hex head nuts which is M2 thread size....using these allows for repeatable torque to be applied
Being a conventional six pointed socket also naturally allows for twice the potential pickup points over open enders........
50 years ago we probably thought fried rice was a funny thing {-)............ Derek
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Ken...I did do exactly that, I bought myself a fancy fishing tackle organiser box, and sorted everything into that, complete with labels telling me exactly what's what. I find very easy to identify parts from the list as and when they are needed, instead of hunting through bags, normally accompanied by much bad language. And I haven't knocked it flying yet!
DW_D...those tools look very useful, I shall hunt eBay tomorrow to see if I can find them. Thanks for that.
As I've said before, my problem is in my wrists and hands...sometimes I can't even get a turn on a nut, my fingers don't cooperate, and at times the pain in my wrists gets really bad, bad enough that rolling a smoke is impossible and I have to go to tailor made ones. It's one of those things, I guess...it was worse when I was building subs, opening up flood holes and slots in a fibreglass hull became impossible for me.
But one way or another, I intend to press on and build my truck...I will not be beaten.
Cheers guys,
Rich
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Rich....here is the link to the DK-04 series nut runners.........prices range dramatically....
For better or worse >:-o ...I have installed a number of steam flanges which are secured with M2 brass bolts & nuts........I find the smallest driver invaluable in the assembly & dis-assembly..Derek
http://www.google.com.au/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CDAQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fglobal.rakuten.com%2Fen%2Fstore%2Fmonju%2Fitem%2F800-dk-04%2F&ei=V2onU4yfC6S1iQfn2oBg&usg=AFQjCNHvBttw2Wf7bmLf_RhgJ3Vyi3ejZg
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Thanks for the link, DW_D...much appreciated.
Rich
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Here's a UK site Rich
https://tizaro.com/4-5mm-nut-spinner-flutedhandle.html?gclid=CN_4k5nsm70CFe3ItAodqAoAdg
Ned
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Socket head cap screws and grubscrews make good nut runners.
Regards Ian.
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Thanks Ned and Ian...it won't matter what tools I use, I haven't the strength left in my wrists/hands to enable me to turn the perishin' things. I bought a nice fancy cross headed screwdriver, thought 'here we go now...' that failed. Miserably...
There's two screws with lock nuts on the front spring shackles...do you think I can tighten them up? Can I heck as like...the language has been awful this morning. Good thing I don't live anywhere near a nunnery...
Rich
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Have you tried a T Handled driver?
Something like this:-
(http://www.alltradetools.com/catalog/870-894-large/835753-21-pc-t-handle-bit-socket-driver-set.jpg)
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I did try adding an extension to the handles on both a screwdriver and a box spanner to achieve the same idea...it may have increased the leverage, but I still can't turn the damned things! <:(
What I need is a tame twenty stone truck fitter with double jointed miniature hands and fingers who will work for peanuts. One peanut a day should be ample... ;)
Rich
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Bring it round Mr H. I will tighten your nuts for you!
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I have fond memories of your nut tightening prowess, Mr S...
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I am in all week, so no excuse - just bring some pain killers Mr H!!!
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I wish I could, Mr S... <:(
Mr H
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I have fond memories of your nut tightening prowess, Mr S...
(http://i532.photobucket.com/albums/ee322/Essex2Visuvesi/OohMatron.jpg) (http://s532.photobucket.com/user/Essex2Visuvesi/media/OohMatron.jpg.html)
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I deeply sympathize with your problems Rich.
The nuts to which you refer are called Nyloc nuts and require you cut a new thread into them as you tighten them down. Some are tighter than others and can actually 'shear' the cross head screwdriver tips. They hurt my fingers my fingers as well, so you are not alone.
They are very good at not coming apart, for this reason. May I suggest you do not use them but instead go for ordinary 2mm nuts. (cheap to buy). I think you'll find this easier and they will do the job just as well if you apply a little ' locktight' to the thread.
It's funny that should mention the subject of these wishbone springs as I am fitting these myself at this very moment for the third time. I am scratch building again and keep getting the measurements wrong. %) Mind you, the threads on my Nyloc nuts are almost spinners by now.
All the best
Ken
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I've just managed to assemble the diff unit and best part of the rear suspension, after much bad language when the diff refused to turn the axles. I haven't a clue why, but after dismantling the whole lot twice, at the third attempt it worked, and that's the main thing.
Ken, it is those cursed nyloc nuts that gave me grief..I can tighten them so far, but not enough to be secured properly. And guess what...yep, I can't undo them now. I'm now stuck with the nuts on both sides that will neither tighten or loosen, and I don't want to destroy the screw heads completely. I'm hoping that Ian (as in IanPal) reads this, as he lives only five minutes drive from me, maybe I can bribe him to nip round and sort things out for me one way or the other. (Kettle's on, Ian...)
I have some 2mm ordinary nuts standing by, just in case Ian can get them off for me. (Kettle's boiling, Ian...)
Rich
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{-) yep I have just read this.... and the pm you sent.
First thing you asked for some expert help in the pm, well let me assure you I'm no expert.
I'm a bit busy this evening but If you want I can pop down tomorrow evening around 7ish and have a look/bash at it for you, I'm free all evening. If you have got the nyloc's started ad dot intend taking it apart again it might be worth just tightening them up, as once you use loc thread that can be just as awkward to undo again, trust me been there got the t shirt. {:-{
Anyway if tomorrow evening is good pm me your address and I'll see you around 7?
Ian
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Ian, you're a star mate...bring a decent cross head screwdriver with you, as I think mine may be the cause of the problem.
7 tomorrow evening will be fine by me, look forward to meeting you. (address is via pm).
Cheers Ian,
Rich
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Maby you no this so I apologise for butting in ref cross head driver might be at fault .If you use a Phillips driver on a Posidrive screwhead it will mule it up or the other way round .Phillipscross heads are just that cross heads but a Posidrive cross head has small marks between the cross and the driver has little bits in between the cross and the angle is different . Again I apologise if It's a case of sucking eggs and all that .
David
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No problem, David...Ian knows what screwdriver I mean, he's already built one truck.
Rich
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Just wanted to say a public 'Thank You' to Ian for tonight...we dismantled best part of the truck and rebuilt it exactly the same as it was!
You're a real star, Ian...thanks ever so much for your help tonight, much appreciated.
Rich
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Time for some pictures then :}
Ken
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Picture as requested, Ken...just a bare chassis, but it's getting there, slowly but surely.
The dreaded gearbox is next on the agenda...
Rich
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Picture as requested, Ken...just a bare chassis, but it's getting there, slowly but surely.
The dreaded gearbox is next on the agenda...
Rich
I'll bet your neighbours will hear some hitherto unheard of swear words when you start building that!
If it's anything like the king hauler you will need 14 pairs of hands, each the size of a newborn baby's but with the manual dexterity of a leadin neurosurgeon lol
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Half way through the gearbox...apart from one minor hiccup with a modified shaft that I couldn't find, all is going well so far. Couple of swear words over them perishing E clips, but apart that...all is good.
Rich
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Rich, no problem, I enjoyed last night, had a good old natter and you make good coffee {-)
Right I just had a look at mine and the rear spring set up is completely different to yours being a 6x4. (no wonder I couldn't get my head around it) But there is no side to side movement at the springs, well not as much as there is on yours. Perhaps ken knows if there should be so much play at the springs?
Did you get that diff tight spot sorted?
Good to hear you have nearly sorted the gearbox out, once you've done that the rest is easy, But do have a look at that steering set up, you can loose most of that play by ditching Tamiya's set up and moving the servo for a direct linkage.
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It was good, wasn't it? Like a couple of old women nattering away!
I'll take a photo of those spring hangars and post it up here, see if Ken has any ideas on it. I'll have a look at shifting that steering servo too, that seems a good idea.
The tight spot in the diff is hardly noticeable now for some reason, I've been giving it several turns every now and again, and although it is still there, it's nowhere near as bad as it was. Most strange...
Cheers Ian,
Rich
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Well done so far. Glad you're enjoying the build.
With reference to your wishbone type springs, I have the same situation on my Volvo truck It would appear to be the fault of the special screws that go through the bent spring ends. The bush on them is too long and allows for a lot of sideways movement.
I filled the gap with extra washers with a larger hole to allow them to fit on the bush part of the screws. This stops the side to side movement of the wishbone. The rear doesn't really matter much as it allows a little turning action when cornering but, it's vital there should be No side movement on the steering action of the front wheels. You are going to have a lot slop in the steering mechanism anyway due to the linkage system employed by Tamiya. This is why we modify the design (maybe for you at a later stage !) to remove some of the linkages.
Chin up. Your nearly there once you've done the gearbox.. Don't forget the grease on all the gears. ;)
Cheers
ken
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P.S .......................... Have you tried to fit the Tyres onto the wheels yet.
You may need assistance here as I find this heart stopping. use the Vasaline %)
Ken
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P.S .......................... Have you tried to fit the Tyres onto the wheels yet.
You may need assistance here as I find this heart stopping. use the Vasaline %)
Ken
Now If he ask's for my assistance fitting them and has the pot of vasaline ready, should I be worried :-X ;D {-)
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That would explain it Ken, I/we knew there shouldn't be that amount of sideways movement. we read and re-read the book, took it all apart and put it back together, then I came home and looked at my Scania and still couldn't get my head around it.
Ian
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Thanks Ken, I'll fit some washers to take up that slackness in the rear spring hangers...we were right, Ian!
No, not tried the tyres on the wheels yet...I can hear Ian shaking with fear as I open the Vaseline pot.. ;)
Ian did explain about the modification to the steering, maybe something to think about later.
The gearbox is proving...interesting, to say the least. Those blasted little tiny E clips nearly drove me mad, you wouldn't think they could ping so far >>:-(
Cheers guys,
Rich
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when working with E clips its good practice to try working within a freezer bag (just the hands)
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A quick update just in case the forum goes down again...
This morning I managed to sort out the play in the axle mounts, a couple of extra washers here and there made all the difference. Thanks for the tip, Ken. :-))
I'm now attempting the dreaded assembly of the gearbox...I've lost one E clip (it went down the back of the bench straight into the jaws of the always hungry carpet monster), broken one (it just snapped in half) and I'm now trying to decipher what gear goes where in the g'box. <:(
(Are you sure I can't go direct drive...) >>:-(
Rich
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Neiko-5-Piece-E-Clip-Remover-Installer/dp/B000W94UEQ/ref=zg_bs_1938983031_6/278-8124980-7286435
One of the rare eclip tools that actually works.
Expensive though unless you are Rich :D
Ned
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Thanks for that, Ned...might be helpful with the next build.
Rich...(well, I'll never be now I've got involved in this caper.)
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Further update...I've managed to sort out that dratted gearbox at last, I'll be assembling it properly tomorrow.
Rich
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Was there many swear words? {-)
it's pretty much plain sailing from now on then, just don't forget the grease in that box.
Ian
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Morning Ian...
Swearing? Swearing he asks? The air wasn't blue, it was jet black! And it was all my own doing, I'd got one bearing in the wrong position, I must have stripped that gearbox down a dozen times before I discovered the problem. I reckon I could assemble it blindfolded now...
Rich
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I'll bet you feel good now. What an achievement. This is the feeling we all get when we have something to be proud of. :-))
Cheers
ken
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Well pleased with myself, Ken...just finishing off installing the motor into the g'box, then that's that done. It drove me mad, those perishin' little E clips...they went everywhere!
Rich
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Do you need any more ??
A little tip with the motor. It has a slot to adjust the pressure on the gearbox drive wheels. This is best adjusted when the battery is connected direct to the motor on the bench. That way you can move it to adjust the noise level. (which varies considerably !) whilst it is running.
Watch your fingers as it can go out of control. {-)
Ken
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I don't think so, Ken...I only actually lost one and one snapped, so I think I'll have enough. If not, can I give you a shout?
I'll be giving the motor a test run later this afternoon, I'll keep your idea in mind, that sounds a good way of doing it. I'll run it on a low voltage to start with, I have a 4.8volt battery pack which needs a charge, so it's probably only putting out about 3.5volts or so...the last thing I need is for the motor and gearbox to go charging off around the bench (been there...done that).
Now I've got the worst bit over, I'm back to contemplating a race truck lookalike....tried resisting it, but the lure of the race look is strong.
Rich
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It's now got it's cases on, very well greased, and I'm just starting to install the gear selection rod.
Rich
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And especially for IanPal...it's installed and working beautifully, no tightness in the axle at all.
Rich
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Looking good Rich, pleased that tight spot has cleared itself.
So we are now back to the original race idea then are we %%
You're really getting into this now, you'll be selling a sub or two soon to make room {-)
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I've already sold a sub, Ian...case of having to I'm afraid. Not for financial reasons, I needed the room badly.
I still can't really decide about the race truck, I have a trailer now, and it would be a shame to waste it...maybe next time I'll build the race truck. Hmm... %)
Rich
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Ohhh what trailer did you opt for in the end?
I'm sure you could find some more space somewhere, there's always the kitchen for a couple {-)
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I picked up an almost new Bruder six axle low loader trailer for the princely sum of...wait for it...£20. I was well pleased with that, I'm going to do a few little things to it, like respray it, give it a touch of weathering here and there, add some hazard warning signs, and then make a load up for it. Something like a transformer I think...if I make it hollow inside, I can use the space for a battery to power the rear lights, beacons, etc.
Rich
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Here's where I'm at so far...
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Where's that Ken? It's all your fault...I've just bought another truck kit %)
Rich
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Here I am, all watching and thinking. {-)
Your 5th wheel linkage drive arm looks a little high. %) te he
I'm busy working on a modified Tamiya chassis. This is my latest project ............
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It's the angle of the dangle that makes it look high. I hope...
I've been watching your bus build on the other forum, those seats look like fun to build...nice work, mate.
I've just bought a 1/12th scale Mardave V12 race truck kit, based on the V12 Club chassis, with a Merc race body. It's all your fault... %)
Rich
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I know how you feel. It's very addictive..,,
I off to the shops in a minute to get some braiding for the 60 seats. %) %)
Cheers
ken
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Addictive? You're right there, Ken...! Good fun though...
Good luck with the shopping....keep away from model shops!
Rich
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Your really getting into this trucking lark {-)
Will that race merc fit on the low loader?
Keep going at this rate I can see another sub going {:-{
Now there's an idea, You could take my Scania and I could have one of your sub's. but that wouldn't really help with the space would it {-) [size=78%] [/size]
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As Ken said, Ian...it's addictive.
I'm hoping the race truck will sit on the lowloader, the plan is to spray the Volvo and the Merc in the same colour sceme...black with the graveyard scene from the album 'Black Sabbath' on both cabs, and signwritten 'Team Black Racing' on both. That's the plan anyway...
Do you fancy a sub then, Ian? Maybe we could do a deal....
Rich
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Rich I was being cheeky about you running out of space pretty quickly.
But thinking about it I wouldn't mind one and the truck is just sat on the shelf and not moved for about a year.
What submarine was you thinking of letting go then?
Remember though you would have to talk me through it as I've never played with one before.
Team black racing sounds good, your be wanting the rigid Merc 1850 next for all the race gear, tyres etc. your soon have your very own race team {-)
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Next time you're over this way, pop in mate...we'll have a chat.
Rich
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Let me know what evening is best for you, It doesn't matter to me as I'm only 5 mins up the road.
I can bring the Scania with me for you to have a look at if you like.
Ian
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You know me mate, I don't go very far at all, any evening is good for me. I should warn you now though, that the two subs I have to part with are only part built. One is a dead easy finish, one is and has been a right *^£"! from the word go! It's driven me insane! The other one is a piece of cake to complete, the worst bits are done.
I leave it to you...
Rich
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Rich, I've sent you a pm.
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Ian...how do I get the lights/beacons to work, mate? I found out how to get the four way flashers working, got all the engine noises etc working, but I can't remember how you turned on the main lighting and the roof beacon.... <:(
Rich
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Now you've got me, how did I turn them on? {:-{
The beacons are wired via that Turnigy switch, when I used it with the Planet T7 it was just flicked on/off via one of the switches, which channel on the rx that switch is plugged I cant think, If your using your T5 try connecting it to channel 5 on the receiver?
Now the headlights, you can turn them on off via transmitter But they will always run through a sequence, ie head lights, main beam, roof and bumper lights, then off.
You can over ride this by pushing one of the tiny buttons on the control unit in the tank, one push for headlight, another for main beam and so on.
I think from memory it might be the one next to the volume control, but try each one in turn until they come on.
Also try pushing something into the fifth wheel like a screwdriver, with the sound on your here a loud clunk and you will then get full power.
You can do away with that if you want by just connecting the two green wires together so you always get full power.
Ian
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Ooh my gawd...much studying and pushing of buttons to come, methinks. I did turn the volume up...frightened the life out of me, by heck but that horn is loud! I turned it down again...quickly. ;)
I've had it running round in the front room this morning, much more practice needed...'L' plates going on. :embarrassed:
Right, I'll go push a few buttons and see what happens...thanks mate.
Rich
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Oh, before I forget...two batteries, Bugsier, for the use of...ready and awaiting collection.
Rich
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For Ken & Ian...
Rich
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Looks very smart Rich, Christ you got a move on with that build, But I'm sure it started out as a Volvo {-)
It looks like that fifth wheel need shifting forward to the other holes in the chassis rails though.
I'll be down next week for the battery's and I'll bring the Kingpin and tipping gear :-))
Ian
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Just had a thought, I expect your be repainting but if you want to keep the white and red Ill look out what colours they are, I know the red was a vw colour but cant remember the white was off the top of my head.
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No problem Ian, the batteries won't be going anywhere.
Don't panic over the paint colours, I'm not touching it for a long while, I want to use it this year at a couple of shows. When I do it'll be sprayed black, with the graveyard scene from the first Black Sabbath album along the sides, and named ''War Pig'' on the rear cab panel.
Good idea on moving the fifth wheel forward, I hadn't thought of that. :-))
See you next week, mate...
Rich
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Excellent job Sir. :-)) :-)) :-)) :-)) :-))
Are you coming to Shepton Mallet Show Ground on the 2nd & 3rd of May ?? The South West RC truckers club will be there. Hopefully my Clifton Bridge and roadway will be set up. I'm going down on the Sunday.
Cheers
Ken
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Just dug out the picture of it when I set it up in the garden. It all folds away to fit in the Volvo.
Ken
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Ken, it's not my build, Ian and I did a deal last night involving one truck and two part built submarines.
I'm not sure if I'll have a Motability car in time, but if I have...then look out, me, my truck and my trailer my well be there. And maybe my monster truck as well...
Rich
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Ah !! A collector as well as a builder. ok2
ken
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i think we all end up with more than one truck ken ive got one 4x2 unit and two part finished trailers , the scratch built trailer is long enough to carry my brother in laws 6x4 aeromax complete with the tri axle reefer trailer on the bed ! the other trailer is a conversion of the tamiya chassis to make a stainless steel road tanker , currently being welded
jon
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The baby of the fleet...a Midnight Pumpkin with altered bodyshell (flat bed cover, roll bar/wheelie bar/crash bar removed, chrome wheels, 2.4gHx radio.
Next job on this is to somehow make a blower intake scoop to go central on the bonnet, and a pair of exhausts for it.
Rich
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And my work in progress project..a Kyosho Blizzard snow cat with a Kamtec VW LT bodyshell. It now has a mixer unit for the two motors, a 6v 5a/h gel cell battery, HiViz led's, flashing amber beacon on the roof, roof rack, and is awaiting prospective son in law to spray it.
When it's been sprayed green and white, I have a r/c winch to go on the front lower chassis panel. It will be finished as an Alpine Rescue and Recovery vehicle.
Rich
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i think we all end up with more than one truck ken ive got one 4x2 unit and two part finished trailers , the scratch built trailer is long enough to carry my brother in laws 6x4 aeromax complete with the tri axle reefer trailer on the bed ! the other trailer is a conversion of the tamiya chassis to make a stainless steel road tanker , currently being welded
jon
I seem to swung the other way Jon :o
I just let my one truck go and Rich is also having all the tipping gear I had for a tipper trailer, but....
I think it was last September/October time I started work on a MS Vliestroom, and since then I now have 2 part built sub's, A Bugsier on it's way to me (bought off here) oh and a K class destroyer from ebay. (worst purchase ever bought from ebay) It has more tiny cracks in it's bottom than a.... well I don't know. I stuck it in a paddling pool to try it and ended up with more wet stuff on the inside than on the out {-)
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And my work in progress project..a Kyosho Blizzard snow cat with a Kamtec VW LT bodyshell. It now has a mixer unit for the two motors, a 6v 5a/h gel cell battery, HiViz led's, flashing amber beacon on the roof, roof rack, and is awaiting prospective son in law to spray it.
When it's been sprayed green and white, I have a r/c winch to go on the front lower chassis panel. It will be finished as an Alpine Rescue and Recovery vehicle.
Rich
Hi Rich
I to have this model but I have the petrol version. Great fun in the snow. I all so have the Dicky version . One day when time allows I will rework and improve.
john
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''I seem to swung the other way Jon...'' %) Was that why you were nervous over the vaseline, Ian? :kiss:
John...those snow cats are good fun, mine will almost climb a wall now. Nitro is no good for me, that's why I went for the electric version...now it's got a mixer fitted, it's so easy to drive...and it may make a nice load for my trailer behind the Scania.
Rich
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Air box made up for the truck, just a tad's worth of sanding to go...(the box was originally a servo mounting tray for a Duplex 575 yacht...)
Waste not, want not, as my old mum would have said... O0
Rich
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Ian, I've treated the Scania to a set of exhaust stacks...what do you reckon to these?
Rich
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Strange as I looked at them when I was building it, I even had a go at making my own from the ali tube you get on those weed killer spray bottles, but they didn't look right so that idea was scrapped.
Those will finish the cab nice though.
Are they hollow? you could fit a tiny smoke unit and plug it into the MFU where the vibration goes, Although you would need black/dark grey smoke.
or is that going a bit to far :}
Have you ordered those curtain sets yet?
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They should look really nice, got a few more bits n' bobs coming for it...abnormal load plate, TIR plate, that sort of thing.
I'm just making up a cradle and a load of some sort for the trailer...I'm thinking of a large diameter pipe of some sort, easy to make, coat of spray paint to finish it off...ropes/chains to secure it, job's a goodun'.
Yes, the pipes are hollow, but smoke? Hmm...might be a bridge too far!
Rich
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Operational winch installed, crash bar and a couple of spotlamps installed. Just waiting on a Turnigy switch to turn up, then I can wire up the winch.
Rich
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Close up of the winch.
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A quick update on my race truck project...wheel arches cut out, rear body pin made and installed, chassis is now rolling, just the rx to install when it arrives. Motor fitted, battery pack...still thinking about which one to use. Next job today is to cut out the front grilles and cover them from inside with alloy mesh, and work out the front body mounts...I'm thinking of using 10mm dia neowotsit magnets on alloy pillars.
Rich
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Looking good Rich, What are you doing with the windows? and what size motor have you fitted?
I do like that winch, your really cracking on with these now, there seems no stopping you {-)
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Morning Ian...on a roll now mate, I like to get on when my hands allow me to get on.
Windows...hmm, not sure yet. I may try and cut them out, glaze the windscreen and put nylon mesh over the side windows, or I may just spray them grey.
Motor...promise you won't laugh, it's got a Ripmax Spirit 600 on the stock gearing, and running from a 6v Sub C battery pack, and I've got a MicroGyros 40amp esc which might just about fit...I hope.
Rich
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the midnight pumpkin.... you should get some of these.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/JV-Shop-Aluminum-Oil-Shock-for-tamiya-Lunch-Box-Midnight-Pumpkin-Mitsubishi-Mont-/271239140099?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item3f271cd303
absolutely transforms it
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I have lately been occupied with my build of the London Routemaster bus.
This is scratch built upon a Tamiya truck chassis and contains electronic lighting and computer controls. I have now made a YouTube film showing how it was done , but to give a taster, here are some pictures.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzXaKEr4Xn0&list=UUG5Luksc1sDz6ZJ_mnhMcyw
Cheers
ken
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Brilliant!
I thought you were going to RC the Revell Kit not scratch build the whole thing!
Nice to see the old DX7s getting some use :)
Might I suggest a higher turn motor as I don't remember them having that much speed lol
http://www.carson-modelsport.com/en/products/electronic/electricmotors/produktdetails.htm?sArtNr=500906023
Probably telling you to suck eggs but the Carson Poison Truck motor might be worth a try... only about 15 quid as well
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Thanks for the kind comments. It was fun trying to emulate this model. This is why I usually get a toy model first to get the proportions right. I did the same thing with the Titanic.
I am quite happy with the 6 gears I have. I already have a 80 turn motor fitted so that it can go really slow to really fast. I had to drive O.T.T in the garden as the little tyres didn't grip the grass unless spinning. %) maybe I'll have some more pictures when I go to the local club's hall where I can creep up and down. ( they don't allow speeding and models have to be locked into bottom gear)
I do love your old DX7, can't fault it for controls. It's now got 6 models embedded in its memory ?? Just one quick question. Does it hold this memory if the battery is removed, do you know. ?
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Hi Ken I like the way you have done your chassis, for mine I used ali profile.
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u220/sleeper123_bucket/DSC00091.jpg) (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/sleeper123_bucket/media/DSC00091.jpg.html)
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u220/sleeper123_bucket/DSC00092.jpg) (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/sleeper123_bucket/media/DSC00092.jpg.html)
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u220/sleeper123_bucket/DSC00172.jpg) (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/sleeper123_bucket/media/DSC00172.jpg.html)
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u220/sleeper123_bucket/DSC00160.jpg) (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/sleeper123_bucket/media/DSC00160.jpg.html)
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u220/sleeper123_bucket/DSC00193.jpg) (http://s169.photobucket.com/user/sleeper123_bucket/media/DSC00193.jpg.html)
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:-)...interesting ..sleeper123
I think the aluminium angle sections will provide greater structural integrity/strength
What size are all those metal thread screws.....M3?...& are they domed head? ...Phillips or Pozi?
Keep up the good work & posting images............
Derek
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Does it hold this memory if the battery is removed, do you know. ?
Yes it does.... it has a flash memory similar to that found in USB memory sticks etc
Thats a serious piece of kit, meant for extreme 3D helicopter pilots. The only reason I let it go was because I didn't read the specs fully and needed the trainer port (which I think is the only feature it doesn't have lol.
Did you build the revell bus kit or just use it as a template? I keep looking at buying one
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Hi Derek, there m3 domehead alansrews
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Hi Essex,
Thanks for the info. very reassuring. :-))
I started to build the Revell kit and measured as I went along. For future reference to anyone having a go, the multiple formula to get up to 1:14 scale is multiply all the parts and locations by 1.9 :}
I needed to assemble up as far as the overall shape to complete the measurements. When I saw the multiple curves of the roof line it was decided to go for an open top bus. As it stands at the moment I have a running chassis with the ground floor seats installed. The kit is a lovely one and with care will make a super model as seen by others on YouTube. It only costs £39 from Amazon delivered. :-)) I did think of finishing it off, now that mine is completed, I'm all 'Bussed out' so I've started a Volvo truck now.
Sleeper 123, that is a wonderful job you've done there. They are great fun to build although a million problems keeping the grey cells busy. We'll have to watch out that tamiya don't get the idea. Te He
Cheers
ken
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that looks good ken , one day ill get upto yate to see you all
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You would be mighty welcome. We are there all day, once a month.
Cheers
ken
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I have been forwarded the following Ebay item if anyone is interested. It's a Gas powered truck but it doesn't look like a Tamiya even though it says 1:14 scale.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RC-NITRO-1-14-THUNDER-TIGER-RACE-TRUCK-/221457160426?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item338fe018ea
It's on until 11 June.
Cheers
ken
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Both those buses look fantastic, you are both very talented guys :-))
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Thank you very much.
I am now 'doing' the Volvo truck kit, as I had bought it for the necessary parts for the bus. Unfortunately it's a bit of a closed shop when it comes to getting them as some are not available. I have been fabricating some today and come to realize these kits costs what they do because of the bits involved. hey Ho.
I don't suppose anyone has an old one they want to sell ?
Cheers
ken
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I have been forwarded the following Ebay item if anyone is interested. It's a Gas powered truck but it doesn't look like a Tamiya even though it says 1:14 scale.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RC-NITRO-1-14-THUNDER-TIGER-RACE-TRUCK-/221457160426?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item338fe018ea (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RC-NITRO-1-14-THUNDER-TIGER-RACE-TRUCK-/221457160426?pt=UK_ToysGames_RadioControlled_JN&hash=item338fe018ea)
It's on until 11 June.
Cheers
ken
Certainly not a Tamiya as its made by Thunder Tiger..... does look mad fun tho :)
http://www.modelsport.co.uk/thunder-tiger-racing-truck-/rc-car-products/25221
Would be fun at my local track lol
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Wish I'd have known earlier, Ken...just sold my Volvo.
Rich
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Not to worry. The parts are now on order and paid for. %)
What colour did you go for ? I'm finding it such a simple build so am completing it in original white plastic at the moment so I can leave the colours until I've had a think. Mind you, it looks queer sitting on it's chassis on the bench, wheel less. {-)
I'll soon be getting on with the truck wash machine I have in mind.
Cheers
ken
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Just a few pictures of the Volvo Truck as I went along.
We are up to the wiring of the lights now that we have a rolling chassis.
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Hi! Just bought one of these great Tamiya Truck kits :-))
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Well tell us all about it. :} :} :}
There are dedicated truck forums around if you need detailed help and information. Here's my site.
http://scaletrucks.bb3host.com
Cheers
ken
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Hi Ken,
It's a TAMIYA SCANIA 1/14 R470
Want to use a load loader trailer with it for a 1/16th RC Tamiya Tank, I have the Tamiya Leopard 2A6 tank.
Do you think the scales are near enough?
Pete.
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Many people use tanks on low loader trailers and they don't look out of place. Speaking off the top of my head, the 1:16 scale is around 10mm smaller.
However, in the world of low loaders they are very expensive and not made by Tamiya anyway. i make my own trailers as I'm looking for the unusual.
Here's my latest low loader. Since taking this picture I have started more work on it by making steerable rear wheels as it cut's across corners at the moment due to it's length.
Cheers
ken
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Hi Ken,
Thanks for the info and pic of your low loader, looks v nice.
Yes the Tamiya trailers can be expensive so making / modifying one is probably best.
Many Thanks.
I will look at your truck site too for more info.
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Thank you very much.
Don't forget to JOIN as we need more members. :-))
I went to a meeting in Bristol today and saw the new trailer by Carson. Only £520.... :(( which proves what you say about making them yourself. Now I've seen how it's done. I recon I could make one for a quarter of that price.
Cheers
ken
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only just found this thread and those really are some excellent model. prob is with this forum is you find so many other things to spend my hard earned on!
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Amazing semi trucks
How strong are these trucks?
Will it be able to pull an aziz on a trailer?
O0
Need an rc to pull my aziz
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A Tamiya truck will pull a small child if you wish...have a sniff round on YouTube, loads of stuff on there.
Rich
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PropBusters 2014 04 - Kid rides on Tamiya Globe L…: http://youtu.be/_27NBouzrSY
I wonder if this is just the regular kit or he had to upgrade
To do this
looks cool
I think imma get me one of these
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The Aziz would be quite heavy and look out of place in the scale department, as the differences are quite large.
I'll take a picture of one of my boats which sits on a low loader on the shelf to give you an idea.
Ken
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Hi ken
1/5 scale I guess then?
Like those fg trucks
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Here's a picture of a 1:48 scale boat on the trailer of my Tamiya truck at 1:14.5
ken
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Ken yeah youre right that semi is to small
Itll be like pulling a carrier with the aziz I guess {-)
Is there anything bigger than this semi truck?
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Sorry for the delay. I missed your question above.
The trailer that I've shown was scratch built to no particular size but I see no reason one could not be built to a matching length for a boat, as long as it didn't look out of place.
cheers
Ken
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i am now onto my next scratch build truck and have decided to make a Fire Engine. There are a few models around and the flashing lights seem to appeal to folk. %)
I made arrangements and got security passes to go and photograph one at my local station. It was very interesting and I spent a long time filming and measuring it. Mind you, it took three visits to actually get one still sitting on the tarmac long enough to examine. :}
The model will be based on a Scania 470 truck and I am now waiting for the riots to cease in Japan before they can post it to me. To this end, I have been working on the plans and sizes for the rear section and have started on the roller shutter doors. Not much to show for it at the moment but I will update the blog as we go along.
Here's the actual truck and you can see I'll have my work cut out with all those extra attachments and ladders. Should keep me occupied during the winter months eh !!
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Hello
There is a children toy manufacture called Bruder . They do a professional series were there are diggers and trucks etc. Not sure on the scale but they are big and not to far Tamiya scale. While they are kids toys they could be a good point to start detailing from.
john
http://www.brudertoys.com/en/usa/range/range-and-series/professional-series/ (http://www.brudertoys.com/en/usa/range/range-and-series/professional-series/)
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Ken
this may be of use to you
http://www.brudertoys.com/en/usa/range/range-and-series/professional-series/construction/?tx_sortiment_pi1%5Bartnr%5D=03590&tx_sortiment_pi1%5Baction%5D=details
john
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Thanks for the 'heads up' John. There are several ranges of model but my picture above shows the version I wish to achieve. The bruder scale is 1:16 and not so detailed so I've opted for the Tamiya version as a base frame to build it on.
The only thing that shows and has any bearing on scale scratch work is the wheelbase and cabin height. For example, when converting the photos I've taken, I've had to re-size them to match the wheel heights of the Tamiya and even then their distance apart is wrong.
According to the enlarged drawings I've got to build a longer chassis and the height of the cabin will also be wrong (out of the box) and will have also be altered. The whole thing will be a massive undertaking to get right. I spent a day getting the photos the exact size of the model so that it would be easier to take a ruler to the picture for some of the finer details.
ken
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Just had these 2 turn up in an email
http://www.r2hobbies.com/new-arrivals/20ft-2-axle-container-trailer-kit-for-1-14-rc-r-c-tamiya-freightliner-cascadia-evolution-truck.html
http://www.r2hobbies.com/new-arrivals/20ft-aluminum-frame-container-kit-for-1-14-rc-r-c-tamiya-freightliner-cascadia-evolution-truck-9563.html
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Interesting. :-) I have not seen these before. I'll bet the American shipping is a nightmare.
Thanks for showing us.
ken
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No problem, the seller is in Hong Kong, and the first postage is reasonable. I have used him on several occasions
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This one is to carry the Sherman tank %%
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The parts have arrived and I've been busy joining the bits together.
There is a lot of scratch building involved with this one. I had two cabins which had to be cut and joined together. Here's where I am at the moment.
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Looking fine Ken
The locker contents will keep you busy for a while!
Ned
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:} :} :}
It does look like a winter project.
Cheers
ken
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Is it going to have a tank and a water pump %%
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Hiya greyone,
In a word....no, but thanks for the idea. I scratch built the ladders out of aluminium which took a fair while. I'll post up some piccies later. I'm in the middle of the build at the moment and it's not tidy enough to look at. :}
Cheers
Ken
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Any of you guys seen this coach before?
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=0NU2B5DOv8s (https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=0NU2B5DOv8s)
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Any of you guys seen this coach before?
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=0NU2B5DOv8s (https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=0NU2B5DOv8s)
Very cool :-))
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Ain't that something. :-)) :-)) :-))
I'll pass it amongst the Tamiya folk. Thanks for showing us
Ken
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Very cleverly done...
Rich
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Has anybody any experience of r/c-ing the Revell 1:24 Neoplan coach?
I have been promised one by Santa and I would love to give it a go. It is crying out for r/c. I found one Youtube film, but I wasnt impressed by the turning circle (non existent!!!).
If anyone can point me in the direction of some info on this I would be most grateful :-))
Cheers
Carl
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Hiya Carl.
I bought the Revell double decker bus to enable me to scale up to 1:14.
Please see the result on this reference.
http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,38582.msg487438.html#msg487438 (http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,38582.msg487438.html#msg487438)
The Revell was partially built and I agree with you about the turning circle. This is due to the wheels fitting inside the base chassis not having enough room. You may be able to tinker with it, if you want to go the R/C route. You've chosen a nice looking coach. Whetted my apatite again. As if I'm not busy enough. :}
Cheers
ken
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That Revell double decker also looks very inviting!!! There are precious few coaches and buses as kits - especially in a large scale.
How would I go about r/c-ing this Neaoplan? I am sure a suitable motor can be fitted in the rear engine bay in place of the plastic model version, with a shaft taken to a diff on the rear axle.......but where would I find a suitable diff? Or motor?
Without the kit to hand I cannot be sure, but the front steering should be realtively simple to convert with a servo mounted beneath the passenger space floor. Perhaps I can make one of the side luggage lockers openable for access to mount a battery....
Ken - any advice on converting to r/c by someone like yourself who is knowledgable in these matters (I have never converted a wheeled vehicle to r/c) would be most welcome!!!!
Looking forward to getting this kit.........imagine what it could look like with all the lights working!!! (LED's)
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Take a look at the diffs etc from the smaller hobby grade RC cars.
I think I have something that might work..... you would probably want to down gear it a bit tho.
I'll take a look at the weekend for you :)
in the meantime could you post a few measurements of the wheelbase, width etc
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Personally I would not R/C this size of vehicle. The list 'stuff' you would need is quite considerable and if the front axles are the same as my plastic version then there is no way you can link the front steering, let alone running a rear drive shaft without major replacing of all the running gear.
The wheel joints are very flimsy and movement is plastic on plastic bearings. The model provided would only be suitable for display. I used mine to scale up to 1:14 and then had to buy a Tamiya truck for the relevant parts. I estimate the total build costs at around 500 big ones. %)
Here's the build blog on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzXaKEr4Xn0&list=UUG5Luksc1sDz6ZJ_mnhMcyw&index=2 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzXaKEr4Xn0&list=UUG5Luksc1sDz6ZJ_mnhMcyw&index=2)
It's only a 10 minute film taken during the 200 hour build time but it might give you an idea of the challenge. As I mentioned before, i do like the one you've shown and may have a go at doing the same thing with another Tamiya chassis, myself.
You will catch a glimpse now and again of the Revell product during construction. I assembled it a bit at a time and measured things for enlarging purposes.
Hope I haven't put a downer on your project so, would hope you get this one and build it up with some pictures for us all to see.
Cheers
Ken
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Cheers Ken - appreciate your honesty :-))
I have taken the liberty of joining your forum (just now ok2 ) so will introduce myself there in a minute.
I might yet have a go at, at least, motorising it - lets face it, if I can r/c the Revell Meteor plastic ship kit I should be able to do something with this.......even if it is only to potter around the kitchen with!!!!!
Would be a "xxxxx" to enlarge and build from scratch :o - think of all those compound curves!!!!!
Maybe this would be one to experiment with bunging in a 3D computer program and printing it out???
Now THERE'S a thought..................
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Hi Carl, seen you on the truckers site and welcome.
You really have got my interest in this bus now %% I have found a build blog on YouTube and it looks like a 6 months job just to do the kit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srXKHStIkb0 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srXKHStIkb0)
Well manufactured kit and they are around £63 at the moment.
cheers
Ken
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i think the double decker coach would look much better modelled a set of tamiya 1/14th scale wheels and axles , plus of course you can also have the 3 speed gearbox and propshaft and even use a truck chassis to mount everything on . also much more space to make everything work properly
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I have been beavering away and here's the latest picture of my Fire Engine build. As mentioned earlier, it is based on the Tamiya Scania chassis and the top section is scratch built.
It has a lighting system and 3 speed gearbox and is totally remote controlled. The cabin is actually two cabins cut and joined together. The ladders are made from Aluminium and the stripes are printed on plastic transfers.
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My Fire Engine is almost complete now so I have been looking the Revell "Cityliner" to use as a blueprint for the next build in 1:14 scale for Tamiya frames.
Unfortunately they have been discontinued so I am in desperate need of one. There are a few being offered on 'sites' but the prices have gone through the roof. Does anyone have a kit (in any state of repair or build) that I can salvage please. Condition is immaterial as long as all the parts are there.
ken
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Sorry Ken - you cant have mine {-)
Got mine for christmas and am so looking forward to building it...........
HOWEVER
I can lend it to you for you to use as a template if you like? O0
Let me know......
Carl :-))
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Hi Carl,
Thank you for thinking of my request for info. I should like to take you up on your offer.
Private email sent.
Regards
ken
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........and replied to :-))
Lets see if this coach can grow........................................
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ken it might be worth you contacting plastic pastimes in bournemouth , they deal in discontinued plastic kits , just dont visit with your mobile phone switched on , or take a call while your in the shop !
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I know the shop as I used to go in when on holiday in Poole.
Thank you for the update. It's a pity he's not on the Web
ken
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The Fire engine is almost complete. (are they ever ?)
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Now working on the 'flashing lights'.
This is proving a nightmare so I've side tracked to a scale 1:14 range rover. (Bosses car). This is a commercial model at the correct scale. It comes with a remote control which is suitable for the bin. You wouldn't believe the system. It's on 27 megs and consists of one button to go forward and one button to go in reverse. Another set to turn left and right, instantaneously, i might add. Total costs, on sale at 15 pounds.
The plan is to fit a proper control system and some flashing blue lights.
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Component Shop do blue leds with flasher
built in to the capsule.
Only needs a switcher to control them
on/off and they sell them also.
Ned
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You can get some really good flashing lights for models now, I have a set I bought for a Police boat that plug into a spare channel on the receiver and they work a treat, no need for a switch. Loads on ebay if you search for "police lights" in the radio control section. What issue do you have with your flashing lights?
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Thank you Ned & rsm,
I do have the leds and flasher units and sequencer units. They look fantastic laid out on the bench and 'bleeping' away. The problem I have is that I should have designed for them when i was building the rear frame. The Fire Engine has 'up and over' doors which encroach on the sides and tops of the rear section. As this section is now all sealed up (with no thought to this future problem) I may have to remove one end to be able 'poke' the wires through.
As it's all painted up, I am a little concerned that damage may ensue. Who was it that said " I think I'll have to think it out again". Fagin ?
We'll get there in the end, I suppose. %)
Cheers
ken
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I have done the main block on the cab roof, so I'll post a picture soon.
ken
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goodness you are a stinger Ken %) ..........those 1:12 scale mag wheels & tyres would be worth 25 quid by them selves {-) ...... Derek
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Thanks for pointing that out, young Derek. It makes me feel even more pleased.
I forgot to mention that the interior is completely furbished, just like the real car. Unfortunately this restricts the addition of proper servos and speed controller so we are searching the market to see what's out there.
cheers
ken
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Here is the updated picture of the 'Flashing lights' box on the cabin
I hope to show them working when I do a YouTube film.
ken
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It's not quite ready but further work has been done on the engine.
I have rebuilt the control system inside and wired up the bank of rear lights. I have a sound recording of engine noises, all built into a miniature amp and speaker which sits in the cab. The rear lights involved tearing the back off and starting again as there was no other way of running the wires through the up and over doors. (no plans to work from). %)
The rear panel is now fitted but no pictures at the moment. I 'sort of' switched off and changed models. :}
Cheers
ken
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Here's the latest state of the model.
She has a new back end with another set of transfers. Just needs the lens bezels to complete.
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As I've come to a stall in the Seabex construction, I thought I might finish off the Fire engine.
To this end, I have wired up the lighting and connected all the flashing sequences. Some were moving out of sync with the camera click, but this will give you an idea.
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Gorgeous model Ken. It's work like this that keeps beckoning to me with its finger of enticement! I would love to do period lorry cabs from the fifties, sixties and seventies but time and money are devoted already to floaty wargamey things.
Brilliant stuff.
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Thank you for the comments. Even my Wife likes this one. Pretty, I guess.
I have another new Tamiya but this time a scale 1:14 Volvo truck. It was all built without spraying so that I could get a working 'frame'. I'm now going through the options of 'what to turn it into'. The idea being that I will have a working chassis and rolling stock on which to build something. %) ( next project lined up for when the Seabex is finished !)
Cheers
ken
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Make it into a sweeper Ken....you know you want to. %)
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Now there's a thought. mmmm!!!.
Any more. 8)
ken
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Is that N...E...O...P...L...A...N.. still on the cards Ken? :-))
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Dustcart perhaps
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Hi Carl.
It was in the pipeline but stalled when I couldn't find the Revell kit. It's sort of disappeared from the shops.
Your drawings are helpful but nothing beats measuring and calculating from the real thing. Have you still got your unmade one. :D :D :D nod wink.
regards
ken
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Hi Essex,
Yes that's unusual. Not pretty, but a mechanical challenge. ok2
ken
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Recycling Truck Ken
With the side loading and tipping
Three kinds of recycling waste into
Three separate compartments.
Ned
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Taking Ned's idea a little further (obsessive Moi? %% ) you could crumple up small bits of paper, make small tins from alluminium tube and even make milk bottles etc from clear resin, or just cut up cookie/cake trays into odd shapes such as from the corners, and then you have lots of recycling materials.
In Crewkerne, we have a removals van style one with modified end and sides with openings for operators to throw stuff.
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I prefer to keep my hands clean ................. {-) {-) but keep the ideas coming. :-))
ken
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Stop mucking about, Ken...do a sweeper. End of story...
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How about a snow plough ?
ken
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Then you could clear the drive when it snows then ken and Enjoy yourself doing so
Dave
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Ken if its a Volvo and you want a real challenge why not copy my truck %%
(http://i802.photobucket.com/albums/yy307/m4rky-photos/IMG_1158_zpsrqxm8q2b.jpg) (http://s802.photobucket.com/user/m4rky-photos/media/IMG_1158_zpsrqxm8q2b.jpg.html)
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Hi Carl.
It was in the pipeline but stalled when I couldn't find the Revell kit. It's sort of disappeared from the shops.
Your drawings are helpful but nothing beats measuring and calculating from the real thing. Have you still got your unmade one. :D :D :D nod wink.
regards
ken
I have Ken - you are quite welcome to borrow it for measuring should you want to mate :-)) I will get around to building it myself one day - looking forward to it actually - but the ferry is taking precedence at the moment.
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Thanks for the offer Carl. Put a hold on it as I'm being challenged here. {-) {-)
ken
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It's not going anywhere for a while mate :-))
When you are ready...........
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Hi Mark.
I made one of these last year and still have the pics.
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Ken thats ace! Love the Scania with the double drive axles looks great
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I've made quite a few trucks now. An expensive hobby indeed.
The trailers are even dearer, so I usually scratch build these. Here's a few example of what I've been up to. :}
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Here you go, Ken...latest progress on the lowloader. I decided against using X9 on the trailer, so I acquired a second quality tug hull for £20. Trailer bed is now planked, ramps removed, marker lights and flashing beacon installed and working.
Next up is to give the hull a coat of spray red primer, and make the lash downs.
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Cor, that's going to look great . :-))
ken
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Hope so, Ken...just working on some supports for the hull. Perishin' glue won't set...grrr >>:-(
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That looks like a really good copy of a Nooteboom low loader trailer :-)) The real thing would more than likely have steerable axles. They are one strong and clever piece of plant!
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It started life as a cheapie Bruder trailer, got cut in half, another section added, alloy channel underneath, deck planked, lights and beacon added, and finished up as you see in the photos below.
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I think your conversion looks much more realistic. Don't forget to put STGO CAT3 plates on it because loads as big and heavy as that can only be moved under a general order :-))
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Number plate, Abnormal Load plate, and STGO CAT 3 plates ready to fix after a splash of paint. :-))
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Just about ready to give the hull a spray over with red primer...
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That is impressive!
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Thank you, kind sir...I was surprised how easily my Scania pulled it. And the Globeliner really did pull it, even when I loaded the hull up with a pile of batteries and steel bars, it just pulled away as if there was nothing there.
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Are you going to tarp the top of the hull?
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Not exactly...it will have a cover over it though, with the maker's logo on each side.
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My latest project has been the construction of a single decker bus.
I have used the Tamiya chassis from the Volvo range and by altering various parameters like the chassis length and repositioning of components, I have produced a bus to look like the Stagecoach buses.
Here it is nearly complete and ready to run. If you are interested then, I can show various pictures taken throughout the build.
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That really looks good, Ken...build photos, please.
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Hiya Rich, and thanks for the response.
It's been a bit quiet on this thread lately so I thought I'd show my latest project now that the boat has been finished.
I have the whole build blog on my other site and have used Photo bucket for the pictures so it shouldn't be difficult to copy them over to here. The Bus is nearly finished as all I have left to do is the wiring up of the lights. It runs around the floor under radio very satisfactorily so I'm in the market for as new project. ok2 (we never close !!)
Give me time to get it all ready
Cheers
ken
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Looking forward to seeing the pics, Ken...just picked this up off eBay...brand new, all unopened for £200. The seller listed it in totally the wrong place, so it had no bids at all...well pleased with it. I've made a start on getting all the bits together before I start it...nice set of bling exhaust stacks, Poison motor, chassis infills, etc.
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ooooooooooooooh !!!!!!!! I'm jealous. You lucky boy. What a bargain. I'll watch with interest and if there's anything you want help with, just ask :-))
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I couldn't transfer over the pictures as they are too large, so I've reduced a few for direct transmission to here. Here is just a few to show the progression through the build. There was a lot of work that went into this and so far the costs have exceeded 500 big ones !!!
Enjoy.....
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Onwards through the build
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A view inside the enclosure as the frame comes to life.
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Them seats took a lot of time and whittling to achieve the final result.
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The last of the few. Just to give you a flavour.
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The spray painting took 6 tins of Halford's best as I had all sorts of bleeding and problems. Thanks to the guys I've found special tape and finally got there. It was one of the most difficult spraying jobs I've ever done. Even my wife likes it (or is it the going into the shed for most of my days, out of her way ??? ) {-)
Cheers
ken
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Wow...that looks awesome, Ken. You have far more patience than I, those seats would have driven me insane! Looks really classy...
Yes, I was pleased with the Scania for that sort of money...I bought a ready made gearbox for £35, swapped the motor out for my Poison, so that's the worst bit done. I remember all those dammed tiny C clips going 'ping' last time round, so I cheated this time.
My GlobeLiner is practically finished now, just one more piece of bling to add, a nice shiny chassis infill...and it's done. I dread to think of the financial outlay on that...luckily Lorraine doesn't read Mayhem, so I should be safe :o
Keep up the good work on that bus, it's superb...
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If that last photo had been taken on a Tarmac coloured surface I really would have thought it a bus in a depot. Love the seat detail Ken, super!
Dave
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The most amazing seating I have seen on a model with the fabric pattern so true to life.
How did you do the pattern Ken?
Is it printed or hand painted?
Ned
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The GlobeLiner...
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Thanks Dave.
The further you are away from it, the better it looks. I've found that spray paint on wood is highly dependant on a very smooth surface. %) The ply wood was quite 'grainy' so I went the 'many coats' way. I do like the Stagecoach colour scheme, so many thanks to Google for the information.
ken
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The replies are coming in thick and fast. haven't you guys got any more Xmas presents to open. {-) {-)
@ Ned. yes the seats were a challenge. First I used red oxide as a filler base and then sprayed them blue. The dots were added by using a drop of spray paint into the lid and applying with a brush tip (quite small) and praying it didn't run. The imitation hand rails above the seats were hand painted in Volkswagen orange several times for depth of colour.
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I do like the job you've made of the Globeliner Rich. It certainly looks the 'biz'. I've not done this model but it does appeal to me now.
ken
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Thanks Ken...I've always liked the GlobeLiner, there's just something about it that appeals to me.
Not sure what to do with the Scania yet, thinking of extending the chassis rails and building it into a dog n' pup...similar to that in the pic below.
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I'd love to see someone tackle the first picture on this site - black semi in Brazil. I wonder what the full rig looks like?
http://justacarguy.blogspot.co.uk/2011/01/cool-and-unusual-trucks-found-on-big.html
Dave
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Wagon and Pup I've to heard that saying in years {-) Most hay merchants run these now if not all but the hay usually goes above the cab and they run low cabs because of this. I would say just looking at the picture that the owner of that truck is pushing the legals length limits to the max and possibly over. Operators would not really do this nowadays.
You have a Scania R470 4x2 which has only one purpose - Euro work which would run under 4M high. A lovely truck I've had a few :-))
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I'd love to see someone tackle the first picture on this site - black semi in Brazil. I wonder what the full rig looks like?
http://justacarguy.blogspot.co.uk/2011/01/cool-and-unusual-trucks-found-on-big.html (http://justacarguy.blogspot.co.uk/2011/01/cool-and-unusual-trucks-found-on-big.html)
Dave
I would love to see lots of period lorries done as there are some beauties out there in preservation. The Latil (third photo down is also a lovely.
You say your Bus model cost you about £500, what put cost that high? Did you have to buy more than one lorry to furnish parts, or was it the vast quantities of paint you had to buy???
Lovely model ken:OD
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It was the third incarnation. Bus bit's every where. %) I have been trying to think how many tins of paint I've used. Three visits to Halfords with a promise to show them the finished result. I have sold one 'cut out' set of blanks to another constructor already but don't think I'll make a career out of it as it's very labour intensive.
Here's a piccie of the kit. (not doing this again !)
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I appreciate that Carl of Linkspan is a busy man with the development of his range and making stuff for exisiting products, but perhaps he or someone with similar facilities could do a few sets for you to sell? This would save you ages cutting out bits of ply.
The basic bus body must have been used by numerous companies and thus there are many liveries to choose from.
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Ken, you really need to get those cnc cut...have a word with Andy Griggs, he did my MotorFlote for me. Get them made in styrene...you know you want to. %)
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Thanks for the pointers guys. I'm not planning on mass producing any more. It was just a one off due to a request.
Cheers
ken
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Not a Tamiya, but it's got wheels... %)
The driver is George's twin brother...he gets seasick, so he volunteered for shore duty %)
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Is it scaled ?
I'm always on search for 1:14 figures. I have measured the distance on my hand for easy reference when perusing the toy shops. %)
Unfortunately the characters are always dressed for war or space battles and are not normal looking people.
ken
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George and his land lubber cousin are roughly 1/12th scale, Ken...the jeep is 1/10th scale, so in my mind, George's cousin is a big lad.
There's often Tamiya driver figures on eBay, either for trucks or for race cars, but I expect you know that. {-)
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Thanks for that Rich.
Yes, the subject of tiny people is always on my mind. I have to consider acquiring loads of em as bus passengers so cannot afford the precision and beauty of perfect miniatures. %)
If I, perhaps, manage to find the perfect model then I would re mould loads of them and dress them differently (for variation) and crowd them all together. Tamiya have now produced a 'driver' which does look nice, so might get one of these for a trial.
ken
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I looked at model railway figures, but in the larger scales the price becomes prohibitive...even more so for your bus. A decent bus load of passengers would require a second mortgage... :embarrassed:
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If you use the route past our house you will need a driver , that will keep the cost down
David
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The driver has turned up for work. {-)
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I hope his route takes him past Casualty - that's an horrific thigh injury O0
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Don't worry he's not a real driver - his belly doesn't touch the steering wheel {-)
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The Bus is now finished. :}
I have made a YouTube film of the whole build if you're interested. She drives very well and now has complete radio control.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuJQZ9zsQDE
Cheers
ken
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'The wheels on Ken's bus go round and round'..........
That will be a novel sight at the shows you attend. Lovely build and was a challenge to get your grey cells flashing!
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it was nice to work out..............Now what next mmmm!
ken
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Ken, what motors do use in your trucks? My GlobeLiner has the stock Tamiya 540 motor, and to be honest it's far too quick. Even with the big lowloader and the boat hull behind it, it's off like a rat on acid.
I've just ordered a Carson Poison motor for it, hope that'll slow it down somewhat.
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it was nice to work out..............Now what next mmmm!
ken
A nice Bedford J4 with flatbed trailer loaded with handballed sacks:O) Or a Timber waggon with a good load of Beech butts 8) :-))
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it was nice to work out..............Now what next mmmm!
ken
JCB...........Earth Mover........Caterpillar...........How about a Recovery Truck
Dave
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Ken, what motors do use in your trucks? My GlobeLiner has the stock Tamiya 540 motor, and to be honest it's far too quick. Even with the big lowloader and the boat hull behind it, it's off like a rat on acid.
I've just ordered a Carson Poison motor for it, hope that'll slow it down somewhat.
Hi Rich.
You've come across the major flaw with all the Tamiya truck kits. The motor they supply is 'Too fast'. The Carson one is suitable although it is slower in running speed, sometimes it's not slow enough. I go for what is termed 80 turn motors as found on Ebay. Perfect for driving around club circuits and reversing.
Hope this helps
ken
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Hi Stavros,
I am gradually working my way through all road vehicles. Here is a piccie of my recovery truck. I took it along to the Modelmakers fair two years ago and they liked it.
cheers
ken
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Incredible %) ok2
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I'm waiting for Ken to build one of these %) {-) It's a Kenworth B-Double livestock carrier that I photographed at a friend's property near Tamworth, NSW, last March.
Peter.
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Hi Tiger. Thank you, I love to be busy. :}
ken
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Ah Peter, the Road Train. I have similar structures but not multi coupled. I like the idea.
The closest I've come is a box trailer. I suppose I could alter this and add another behind it. %)
ken
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The Kenworth looks a nice subject Ken.
Ned
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It certainly does Ned
I have started pricing it up. I would estimate the costs are going to be around £600
Thanks for the idea Peter. :}
Cheers
ken
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Love the breakdown truck Ken, I built the king hauler back in 2007 and like an idiot sold it a year later really regret it now ain't hindsight a wonderful thing.
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Hi Joe,
This was the model I first started with all those years ago. I sold it for 100 before I went into boats. :((
Now the new prices have trebled and there are loads of extras as well.
@ Peter, I have chosen the Cow carrier road train from Mr Google's pictures as it has three trailers. I shall start with one trailer and have a practice drive before adding more. now.... where am I going to get a few dozen scale cows. No rude comments please. :}
cheers
ken
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3d Print them Ken!
The sides of the body and trailer would benefit from laser cutting given all the slots etc that need doing.
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I have captured the pictures and the trailer sides look to be timber lengths with view gaps inside of criss-cross metal protection bars.
At the moment it looks 'do-able' so I'll scratch build it when I finish the truck.
Cheers
ken
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Ken, the older style of Aussie livestock trailers had timber sides, but later versions are similar to those on the B Double. They are more resistant to damage, and easier to repair than timber, and they're lighter. The vehicle you are talking about is a three dog road train, in other words, a prime mover with three trailers, known as dogs. These are very common in outback areas of Australia, but are restricted in more built up areas. Many larger country towns have an area set aside on the outskirts of the town where the road trains can be broken up into individual trailers unless the train is continuing farther on. In most country towns where road trains are seen, the main highway through town is nearly always quite straight, so road trains can safely travel through.
Overtaking a road train can be a very interesting exercise, especially when towing a caravan. It needs to be done with extreme caution, and in the right place.
I've attached 2 photos, one of a livestock road train, and the other of a bulk tipper with 2 dog trailers followed by an attached B Double.
Peter.
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Thanks for the additional information Peter. I enclose a pictures of the proposed design and have chosen to go the wood and grill route because of it's ease in manufacture.
I was curious about navigating the beast and even more so after your comments. It does look almost impossible to drive around the Village hall for our meetings. The steering of the train does bother me at the moment as I've not looked into the mechanism involved and wondered how it was all done.
I am pricing it all up at the moment and it does look like my 'swansong'
Here is the snapshot I might be working too but it's open to re-design, should it be necessary. The last picture is for a sheep carrier and is for comparison on the length.
Cheers
ken
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we're gona need a bigger HALL. %% %% {-)
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It looks like I have to put this on hold. My good lady thinks it's unsuitable both in size and costs.
This fire engine looks a challenge. I have already done one engine but fancy the larger ladder idea. %)
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Oh yes, a working ladder! This would be very impressive at displays exspecially if you madea a flat pack cardboard highrise building; Nelson Mandela towers perhaps?
Sad about the road train but I respect your and Mrs Kenny's thriftiness.
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Ken....I think the good Mrs Churchill has done her cost calculations here......on one of those B triple rigs you have about 72 tyres <*<
Yes @ say $500.00 each....x the scale of 1:12 = ~~$4320.00 or the cost of a two month holiday on the French Rivera...... you could always visit GAZOU and then later KIBO ...and then U2.......Derek {-)
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Derek, the Tanami Transport rig that Ken shows in his photo is a road train, not a B Triple. Road trains have separate dollies under the front of the 2nd and 3rd trailers, with drawbars attached to a hitch on the preceding trailer. B double or triple trailers are attached by a pin under the front of the trailer to a turntable on the preceding trailer. See photo below.
Ken, I can understand the reasoning behind your decision, as it would indeed be an expensive project.
In case anyone was wondering, Tanami (pronounced "Tanner my) is a desert in the Northern Territory and Western Australia, with an area of over 71,000 square miles.
Peter.
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an area of over 71,000 square miles.
England is 53, 000 square miles Peter so my mind fairly boggles at the thought of that number just being a corner of your country %%
Dave
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Love the breakdown truck Ken, I built the king hauler back in 2007 and like an idiot sold it a year later really regret it now ain't hindsight a wonderful thing.
Did the same with mine >>:-(
Just been looking at this tho :)
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/NEW-Super-Rock-Cralwer-6x6-6WD-Off-Road-Military-RC-Truck-Kits-set-1-12-scale/32406152155.html
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How about this, Ken?
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That's nice, Rich, very pretty.
Essex, that one you show is being talked about on other forums. I was moderately interested myself. There's even a film on Youtube demonstrating its powers.
Peter, you'll be interested know I'm sticking with Australia if I go for the fire engine with the big ladder. I thought it was a large enough project and yes, I might power up the ladder. Should keep the ol' brain cells busy. %)
Cheers guys.
ken
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England is 53, 000 square miles Peter so my mind fairly boggles at the thought of that number just being a corner of your country %%
Dave
Yes, it's a very big country Dave. To give you an idea just how big, the flight time from Brisbane to Perth is around 5 hours in a commercial jet liner, while it take around 4.5 hours to fly from Sydney to Darwin.
Ken, I love the truck models you've built, they're wonderful examples of modelling.
Peter.
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Something different
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/252291562991
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Sorry Ken...just couldn't help myself. Those dammed 'Buy It Now' buttons...
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Now that is a nice small lorry with lots of conversion potential.
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Oh yes...at the moment I'm still sort of toying with the idea of building a drawbar for it, and going back to my original idea of a dog n' pup.
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I built the van in the early days when the electrics would have been able to fit in the back. {-)
Seems you're like me in that we can see the development potential for a different models, going purely on the wheel bases and shapes. I am quietly designing and working out the gear for my next model as I speak. %).
My days are full at the moment with a contract build of another fire engine for a client, but one has to think of what next !
Cheers
ken
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Sadly I do not have money to do RC trucks as well as ships and wargaming otherwise I would have a go at some conversions.
I am pleased that you have some commission work coming in to help fund your Model lorries etc :}
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Anyone working on Tamiya trucks these days. ?
Sorry I've been a bit quiet on this front but I am beavering away on my latest scratch build. I'm trying to copy the giant 12 wheeler turntable fire engine by using pictures from the web. It is turning into a monster build and I am keeping a financial record of my progress. (horrifying so far ! )
Progress is slow as the thinking has to come down to my level these days. %) I will put up some pictures later.
cheers
ken
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In the process of renovating a Mercedes 1838 that I purchased second hand. Equipping it with a Beier System so taking a lot more time.
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I'm still up to my ears in my Merc, Ken...the actual truck is done and working, the pup is well under construction, and I also have a tipper body for it. Four screws, and I can swap bodies in less than a minute.
I'll get some photos up soon.
Glad to see you're still cracking on...keep that financial record hidden ;D
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Sorry it's a terrible picture, Ken...my phone has never been the same since I managed to spray the camera lens. <:(
Anyway, this is the dog n' pup so far...the pup is going onto a modified Tamiya pole trailer.
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Very nice, Rich. Sort of 'asking' for transfers now. :}
I've heard of the Bier system computer system, Captain. It's supposed to be superior to the Tamiya computer. You must let us know how you get on.
ken
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Your lorry looks good U33!
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Here are a few pictures of the Turntable engine build so far. I have extended the chassis of the Scania and added an extra set of steering wheels. The original cabin will be retained but all the rest has to be scratch built.
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Your appliance is coming along well Ken.
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Thanks for the kind words, ballastankian...we're getting there with it.
Ken, that's a hell of a build you've taken on...I don't envy you that. Superb workmanship as usual though...
And here's a better photo of the dog n' pup. The pole trailer should be here tomorrow, as should the new sides for pup's body. And as for 'transfers'....they are being custom made for me. Should be a pic below...LORICH UK-EUROPEAN LOGISTICS. (LORICH being a play on words...Lori is a shortened version of Lorraine, RICH is a shortened version of me)
The truck cab will be sprayed a pale blue, body edges in dark blue, and the main panels left white.
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Give me a shout if you want that logo made up on the vinyl cutter
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Give me a shout if you want that logo made up on the vinyl cutter
Ooh, yes please Gary...what sizes/colours can you do?
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What's wrong with Lori's Lorry ?
Ned
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Oh, don't start me off on that Ned...she wants her very own artic tractor sprayed bright pink, with a low loader trailer for her handbag. :embarrassed:
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Ooh, yes please Gary...what sizes/colours can you do?
Up to 600x5000mm lol
colourwise Ill drop you a PM with a colour chart when I get home
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I shan't need them anywhere near size, mate...I'll have a measure up in a bit.
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Here's a picture of my last Fire engine and before that the stagecoach bus that I built.
These all started out as the Tamiya truck chassis and were highly modified and altered. The information and details all taken from photographs and scaled to suit.
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I bet the ladders took as long as the scratch built body Ken! Both look great as will T888's Dowg and Pup and your new appliance.
How did you make the windscreen for the Bus? I do not recall seeing your method though I am sure you did tell us. I will go back and have a read.....
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The ladders were indeed a challenge. Aluminium was from Wicks at 10 pound a strip and a jig was made to position the holes. The rungs are ally bars hammered and press fitted into the sides. Now I have the technique I was able to make further ladders for the latest engine. These are twice as long. %)
The window 'pane' was constructed from 2mm clear plastic heated over a draw bar in the vice and pulled around to the correct angle and held whilst cooling. This was actually the third version as 'practice' took up the first attempts !
cheers
ken
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Couple of hours enjoyable work this afternoon, and the pup is starting to take shape.
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Looking good. I recognise the draw arm. Isn't it from the tube carrier ? Some real heavy steel in this model and smashing wheels. :-))
ken
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Correct Ken, it's a pole trailer. I'm hoping that the ride height will be about right, as you say there's a lot of heavy metal there, don't fancy having to cut it about...
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And when I get fed up taking the dog n' pup out...four screws, a couple of electric connections unplugged/replugged, and I have a tipper to play with.
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Have you got it powered to tip by R/C ?
ken
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Working on it, Ken...but yes, it will tip by radio in the very near future. The tailgate is just gravity operated, and held closed by a small magnet.
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Decals for the truck arrived yesterday...begins to look good now, I think.
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They always add a little something to the build. :-))
looking very nice Rich. Well done.
ken
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Is there any difficulty using a decal on a textured surface like that? It looks perfectly smooth.
Dave
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No Dave, the (vinyl) decals were very easy to apply. No warming needed, all I did was to make sure the surfaces were clean (just a wash down with soapy water, and dry off with a tissue) line the decals up...apply them, count ten, and remove the backing paper by gently and slowly pulling at 90 degrees to the surface.
I used a sheet of kitchen roll wrapped over a finger nail, and GENTLY rubbed the decals into the ridges on the body sides, and around the cab area where the Mercedes badge is....job done.
I'm well pleased with them, and for £10 the lot...no complaints at all.
I have a tipper body coming for the truck, and I'll be using the same decals on that when it arrives. This is the guy that made them for me...his name is Andrew.
https://www.facebook.com/RC-Truck-Graphics-1225098144169568/ (https://www.facebook.com/RC-Truck-Graphics-1225098144169568/)
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That is lovely. And for the price I could see many unique and historical logos printed.
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Truckin Good Looking Model Rich :-)) :-))
Ned
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He can make practically anything...apart from the usual run of the mill decals, he'll do anything you can come up with. All different fonts, colours and sizes.
Truckin Good Looking Model Rich :-)) :-))
Ned
Thanks Ned!
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He can make practically anything...apart from the usual run of the mill decals, he'll do anything you can come up with. All different fonts, colours and sizes.
Thanks Ned!
I too can offer this service :)
Airfilters for my son's Triumph Spitfire
(http://i532.photobucket.com/albums/ee322/Essex2Visuvesi/IMG_2711.jpg) (http://s532.photobucket.com/user/Essex2Visuvesi/media/IMG_2711.jpg.html)
The large Essex Rotary Logo on the side
(http://i532.photobucket.com/albums/ee322/Essex2Visuvesi/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-11/F5D2FF9A-E2A6-41E4-9FFA-ABB6639B3D7F.jpg) (http://s532.photobucket.com/user/Essex2Visuvesi/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-11/F5D2FF9A-E2A6-41E4-9FFA-ABB6639B3D7F.jpg.html)
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Useful to know.
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Where's that Kenny Boy...
Here you go, Ken...the pup is coming on now. It sits a bit high though, so I have to figure out how to make it sit lower.
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Let some air out of the tyres. {-)
Seriously though, you will have to drop the height to make it match up. Either relocate the wishbone springs down a bit or drop the roof. I don't envy you the thought required as I'm doing this all day to line 'things' up. I know you'll find a way.
Cheers,
ken
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"Either relocate the wishbone springs down a bit"...
Can you elaborate a bit more, Ken?
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The points at which the wheel axles are pivoted on the chassis can be re-located (new holes to be drilled) so that they go higher up. Thus bringing the box above down lower. I've not seen the chassis so I don't know how much room you have to play with.
The front coupling bar would also have to match up to bring the front end down a bit.
If you possibly post some side view pictures we might get a better idea.
ken
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Try these Ken...any help?
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Lorraine has just come up with a clever idea...raise the body on the truck. A couple of lengths of 10mm square styrene tube laid on top of the chassis rails...drill through, refit with longer bolts...a possibility, methinks.
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Good lateral thinking. The wind deflector might look lower but the tops will line up.
I was just replying with a Pup dropping design. The chassis is toooooo solid to mess with so I figured you could cut the bottom floor all around and relocate it 10mm lower on the chassis. Sounds a lot of work however.
ken
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I thought about removing the alloy floor panel, and making a frame inside the body, then refitting the chassis...
But, Lori's idea seems a really good one, and much easier to do. After dinner, I shall be measuring 'things....' ;D
Never thought about the wind deflector...hmm. Either remove it all together, or scratch build a replacement. Hmm... :o
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The dog was built with the idea of easily turning it into a tipper, as you know...so, we unscrew four bolts and lift the box body off, drop the tipper body on...re attach with four bolts, plug the flashing beacons in, and we have a tipper.
Three photos for your perusal, Ken...and an extra one showing a little under floor box for road cones, ropes, chains, etc.
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And here's the box attached...traffic cones, ropes and wheel chocks stowed away.
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Does it tip? If not why not ;D If you need another tipper body I have one in the cupboard somewhere.
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It's nearly been tipped out of the bl00dy window a few times today...I have a few ideas as to how to get it to tip, but so far each has failed. Miserably...
What you got in your cupboard then? Tell me more...
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And one more for me old mate Ken...
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Very nice piece of engineering, indeed. :-)) Great project.
I made a tipper which was fully automated. Well worth it for the visual effect. Have a loose flap on the back and all the 'stuff' comes rolling out onto the floor.
cheers
ken
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Excellent looking model. It needs a good load of ballast or asphalt:O)
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At our club meets we usually have a couple of areas containing garden centre soil, gravel, etc...the guys with the loaders, shovels, JCB's, etc are always in these areas ready to load the tipper trucks. A tipper goes in one end, gets loaded, goes off to the other end of the circuit and tips the load...another tipper gets loaded and fetches it back again.
It provides Joe Public with something to watch, gives the machine operators a chance to play with their often very expensive machines, and gives the tipper drivers a chance to show off their trucks.
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Whereabouts in Susex do you meet?
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I belong to the North Kent RC Transport Group, Ian...we meet on a monthly basis at Detling Village Hall, just off the A249 Maidstone-Sittingbourne Road. We also get invited along to various other model shows in the Sussex/Kent areas.
If you use the dreaded Facebook, you'll find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/437143563095363/
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We got trucks and cars at the Blackpool show so why not come along and display your trucks
Dave
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There's some good modelling on there Richard.
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Here's an update on my turntable ladder Fire engine.
I've made a cradle on the end of the ladders. The whole unit is unpowered and merely rests on the cradle. I was originally going to use hydraulics but realised the costs would be prohibitive, if indeed the power could be found to lift them.
The model will be powered for driving and light flashing etc. so that's the next job. %)
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So are you coming to show her off and your other trucks at Blackpool then
Dave
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My Doctor says I can't drive that far. :(( Much as I would love to come up.
Thanks for thinking of me Dave. All the best with the show.
Cheers
ken
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That's a cracking fire tender, Ken...really looks the part.
Here's a pic for you of the dog n' pup as it is at this moment, I think the roof levels are as good as I'm going to get them now.
I have a new set of body panels on order for the pup, these look terrible. Next up ...wiring up the lights. Not my favourite job... :embarrassed:
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Very nice so far Rich,
New panels will make it even nicer.
The ironing board model making bench
was first used by the late Richard Densham
mainly for spraying.
Don't see any paint on yours :D
Ned
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Thanks Ned...yes, coming along slowly. Just moved the battery pack from under the chassis to a place inside the box, that'll make life easier.
Once the new panels are installed and the pup lettered up, it'll be a lot better...especially when it's all lit up.
I remember Dickie D's use of the ironing board well, damn clever idea. I thought Lori bought the ironing for me to build my trucks on...it turns out she didn't. :embarrassed:
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No understanding them wimmenfolk {-)
Ned
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Get your own one Rich, You could screw some MDF on it to give an oblong work surface (and make it impossible to iron on just in case :-)) )
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Here you are, Ken...
New body panels fitted to the pup, lettering applied...looks much better, I think. Oh, and and I've fitted a draw hitch to the front...makes life a lot easier when manoeuvring in confined spaces.
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WOW. :-))
She looks just right. Well done on such a magnificent job.
Cheers
ken
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Thanks Ken...praise from the master!
Next up is a sleeper pod for it...
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Aw Shucks :}
I haven't seen the sleeper before. Looks interesting. You must show us when it's fitted. I follow your club on that Face book thingy. I would come over to the meets but it's way too far for me. :}
ken
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It'll look totally different, I think...might even arrange for a bedside light O0
It's a shame it's so far for you...like your club, that's a fair hop for me. I don't like driving too far nowadays, done enough of that over the years.
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I want one of these!
https://www.facebook.com/rcliaz/videos/vb.604884736305794/913800465414218/?type=2&theater
Don't worry you don't have to be a member of faceache to view the video
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Me to %%
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Cool! I would fancy a go at that.
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My latest project is building the Eddie Stobart giant rig.
I am using a Tamiya Scania 620 as the truck and a Hobby trailer. I had to write to the company to get permission to build it as long as it was not for commercial reasons. It seem they are not keen on anyone knocking them out, as it were. Sourcing the transfers took some time but today I managed to fit some of them to the trailer.
Here's a snap shot of the current state of play.
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That will get the Stobart fans excited. It looks like it will end up a top truck.
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I have been doing a lot of painting and fitting out.
Just the electronics and few more transfers to go. %)
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Lovely Ken :-))
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Here she is finished in full livery.
Just the internal wiring and controls to do. %)
ken
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Smart model :-))
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Thanks mate. Even the Wife likes this one. :} There's a fortune gone already and still no electronics to control it. We are waiting for the next pension payment. {-)
Cheers
ken
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Looks really lovely. Good work. :-))
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Thank you Captain.
ken
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Thanks mate. Even the Wife likes this one. :} There's a fortune gone already and still no electronics to control it. We are waiting for the next pension payment. {-)
Cheers
ken
Crikey, make sure you have plenty of beans and bread in so you can maximise on your truck outfitting :}
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Took my truck to a party last weekend and joined other club members driving around the hall.
I have made a YouTube film of the construction and it can be seen here ....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHX3XA3D1IA&feature=youtu.be
Cheers
ken
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That's brilliant Ken :-))
Peter.
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Excellent build Ken...does Big Eddie provide any sponsorship?.....those transfers really make for reality :-))........... Derek
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Thanks fellas. It was a challenge indeed. I had to get permission in the first place from the company, so it all went well.
I like your title printing Derrek , very impressive. Mine came from a man who knows a man !!!
cheers
ken
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where did you get the transfers done Ken they look Brilliant
Dave
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Ken....the raised printing is straight from our page
Type the word then embolden, then italic, then change the font size, then change the colour, then hit that G button
Latest news from the London Stock Exchange Churchill Transport Pty.Ltd has purchased the Eddie Stobart transport Group for 452 Million UK Pounds
{-) ..... I wrote it in blue cause you are a moderator......Derek
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where did you get the transfers done Ken they look Brilliant
Dave
Hi Dave,
They came from the black market and have to remain hush hush. The costs , by the way, were over £50. They are made from plastic with a sticky back and took some fitting to get it right. :}
Ken....the raised printing is straight from our page
Hi Derek, very informative. Thanks for showing me.
ken
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Thanks mate. Even the Wife likes this one. :} There's a fortune gone already and still no electronics to control it. We are waiting for the next pension payment. {-)
Cheers
ken
You could take a look at the Servonaut range when it comes to the electronics - they are less expensive than Tamiya and can be bought as small individual modules to take up less space in the cab
I have used the S22 speed controller, the SM3 sound system and the ML4 light system on my trucks. They work far better than the expensive Tamiya alternative but do not offer the vibrating cab feature that Tamiya has.
Servonaut also offer a speed controller with cruise control - this takes driving your r/c truck to a whole new level!!!!
You can see them on rcmodeltrucks.co.uk. I bought mine from www.kingcobra.co.uk but Rossendale Models stocks them as well and delivered mine "next day".
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Thank you for your interest zooma. :-))
I have bookmarked the site as I've not seen this one before. I have the driving electronics fitted so only need the lighting system. I haven't done any more to the truck lately and it's just sitting on the shelf. There is a TV program running at the moment on the Stobart trucks which is quite interesting. They seem to have their hands in a lot of pies !. Might have a go on the new Blue range of trucks one day.
I am doing a bit of Boat making at the moment but have promised myself I will return to the trucks later.
Cheers,
ken
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That rig is lovely Ken.
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Cheers Mate. I must admit it does look great and I'm proud of this one. Only cost £750 so far. %)
ken
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Eek! Still the model is worth it given the time and materials used.
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Here is the link to the lighting set I bought from Rossendale Models.
http://www.rcmodeltrucks.co.uk/store/servonaut-ml4-small-electrical-light-set-for-truck-models.html
I use the left hand throttle stick on my radio to operate the lights by moving it to the left and briefly hold position to turn on the lights. Repeat the movement for a second time to activate main beam and spot lights etc and a third time to switch them off.
Moving the stick unit to the right and briefly holding it turns on the hazard warning lights and these will run until the operation is repeated to turn them off.
Jut blipping the stick to the left will turn on the left hand indicators for half a dozen flashes or so - enough to make the turn and the same movement to the right activates the right hand indicators in the same way.
I have this ML4 unit fitted to several of my trucks and they all work very well. The German quality is very good and I think the price is good too.
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That's a good price. It sounds like it does the job.
Thank for the info. I have bookmarked the site and will be back there later.
Cheers
ken
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Hi Ken,
You may recall that we had a conflab about making classic truck cabs to fit onto lorry chassis.
I found these guys last night when looking for drawings of a TK Bedford cab. They are just starting out but do Bedford TK, TM and Volvo F88 and ERF B series cab kits as well as the Servonaut range.
Here is their web address: http://www.milford-models.co.uk/
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Here is their web address: http://www.milford-models.co.uk/
Thank you for the info. It's always nice to see where local shops are and how their prices compare. Let us know how you get on.
I have been quiet on the Tamiya front lately as I've been busy with my latest boat, but that's coming to an end so, maybe a new trailer next. mmmh!
Cheers
ken
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I have posted some Dortmund Truck & Machinery pictures here - they are the same scale as Tamiya but very upmarket.
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Oops forgot the link
http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=57811.msg602595;topicseen#msg602595
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more pictures here:
http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=57829.new#new
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Thanks for your efforts in showing us around the truck scene. :-))
What superb engineering these models have.
Cheers
ken
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You are welcome. I have now posted the final set in the linked forum topic.
http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,57829.msg602715/topicseen.html#msg602715 (http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,57829.msg602715/topicseen.html#msg602715)
& don't forget the original sets here
http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,57811.msg602595/topicseen.html#msg602595
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I was so interested that I've been searching YouTube for any movie films of the event.
I have come up with this reference so far.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NkkveaLG_Q&index=36&list=PLP1RlhOjgp08igLPRMrgcx9szO4mgsMmT
When I've finished on here I will be looking through the films.
Cheers
ken
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There are lots of videos for 2016 but I have not as yet seen any for 2017. Having said that some of the exhibits look very familiar.
Enjoy your browsing.
Chris
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I have just found these films ................... :}
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdZAp0eVBE8
They do like their trains 'over there'. There seems to be a series of them with very few model boats to be seen.
Admirable engineering however.
cheers
ken
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The boats were not easy to video. The light over the pond was not particularly good and boats in a large display pond are not easy to photograph well - I know as I tried. The highlights of the boating section for me were the Riva style speedboats on 2 manufacturers stands where the finish was fantastically high, the Omaha Beach display which must have been a real job to organise, get the models built etc, and the vintage hydroplanes which I loved. I say all this as a tug man. The most interesting tug bit for me was a transmitter that had the rotating hand controls for controlling the power pods found on modern tugs.
http://www.imth.de/ (http://www.imth.de/)
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Thanks for sharing Ken........
Would love to have understood how the Red Baron was landed considering the scale size <*<............ Derek
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Thanks for sharing Ken........
Would love to have understood how the Red Baron was landed considering the scale size <*< ............ Derek
There was also an A10 Warthog of about the same size. They were built very light & flown with real skill. The pilots seemed to have few problems. The A10 was very aerobatic - with lots of flaps & bits - but the Red Baron (with no particular aerobatic aids) only flew basic circuits.
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Tamiya Trucks are still going strong with several clubs now on the internet.
The latest show by the Tamiya club will be at the Warwick exhibition in November 2017.
Yes, I know it's a boat related show but they have been invited to set-up a demonstration slot where model trucks will be run on a complete demonstration circuit. I have been invited to show some of my vehicles (on a visitor basis, one day only) as part of the display, and am feeling quite honoured.
Further details coming when I have them.
ken
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There is always a Truck Tent at the Southern Model Show at Headcorn Airfield, Kent. 9th and 10th Sept 2017.
Len.
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At the St. Albans model show 23rd. 24th. September we shall have the dining hall devoted to Tamiya trucks, quite a crowd puller.
regards Roy
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Any ideas where I may get hold of a ready built Tamiya Flat bed trailer please?
I have just bought a Tamiya Mercedes truck,which I intend to repaint in RNLI Blue,to carry a Atlantic 21and a Y boat.
I understand that Bruder may be an option?
Thanks
Mick F
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Hi Mick,
There is a member (Alan) of SW truckers club that has a shop in Clevedon, Somerset.
see here....
https://astecmodels.co.uk/shop/index.php?cPath=26_38
I have bought several trailers in the past (from abroad usually, because they are cheaper) and use them to convert to another design. The kits do not take long to make, so no worries there.
However, on has to careful about the final scale when related to boats as they are 1:14.
Hope all this helps
ken
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Hi Ken,
Thanks for that.I may have unknowingly met Alan at Brean,as a couple of the lads there did some urgent repairs on my Liverpool Lifeboat,which had burnt out a brand new chinese Esc!
Incidentally I applied to join SW Truckers website over 2 weeks ago,annd still cant sign in,as I am still getting "application pending"
Again aware that they are one 14th scale,which is why I would only carry my RNLI ribs as cargo,because they hopefully wont look too much out of scale.
Cheers
Mick F
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I've seen it done with RIB's and it looks OK, size wise. :-))
Yes , that would have been Alan. I often buy small stuff which he brings to local meetings at 'Yate'. The club site has been quiet for weeks now this morning I can't get on ??
ken
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:-)) my next project once i sell/swap one of my steam boats, been looking at getting a truck for ages
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Hi Paul. The prices can vary tremendously so have a look around and compare.
Have a look back through this topic for advice on the places to go. Let us know any queries you may have before buying. Also the assemblies can modified as you go along which is better than updating them when built.
Look forward to some pictures when you get going.
ken