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Thread: Cabover Semi Truck
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14th June 2017, 10:06 AM #1
Cabover Semi Truck
I finally got an itch to build a new toy/scale model truck. I think Andy was rather happy to start one as well.
Andy and his nephew dug around in the toy parts drawer and found some wheels.
Then they brought a load of lumber to start the build. The darker color is aromatic Cedar I will use for the chassis.
20170612_130649 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Machined the wheels down a little thinner.
20170612_141035 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Used the lathe to shave them down about an 1/8". This makes them closer to 1/20th scale.
20170612_140116 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
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Front panel detail.
20170613_104009 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Made the entire cab parts with this one board.
20170613_110047 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Quick mockup. Still have a lot of shaping to do.
20170613_114954 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
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Front mud guards.
20170613_142355 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Cut out a section of them so they would sit lower to the front wheels and bring the height of the cab down.
20170613_142431 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
20170613_142611 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
20170613_142740 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Mocked up with mud guards.
20170613_142852 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Grill detailed out.
20170613_152654 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
20170613_152705 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
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Temp was hovering around 94*. Time for a break.
Having alot of fun making this truck. It has been a long time since I built the last one.
Bret
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14th June 2017, 01:22 PM #2
One last stint this evening after it cooled down.
Pulled out some of my model making tools to help make some small parts.
20170613_193755 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Headlight frames. Made out of Mahogany.
20170613_193759 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Made these 2 filler pieces to fill in where I notched the mud guards for the frame.
20170613_194136 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Just a quick note I mock up all my builds with rubber cement. It makes a good temporary bond and is easy to get off the wood to glue and finish it.
20170613_195437 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Headlight brackets on, top grill piece, and front bumper.
20170613_201741 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
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Making the exhaust stack on the lathe.
20170613_204033 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
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Bret
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14th June 2017, 01:40 PM #3
Looking great!!!
Love the grill and the fenders, I like it all!!! LOL
I'm putting in a small air conditioner tomorrow so may be able to start a new project soon. YaHoo!!!!
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14th June 2017, 02:32 PM #4GOLD MEMBER
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Great to see you back Bret,
As ever your work is first class
Top stuff
Regards
Keith
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14th June 2017, 03:51 PM #5
You and these little blue blokes have surely not been wasting time on this new build Bret.... ...
It's already looking close to finished. Cheers, Peter
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14th June 2017, 06:56 PM #6
I am guessing Andy's nephew's name is Doug?
Glad they are helping with the build.
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14th June 2017, 07:32 PM #7GOLD MEMBER
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Great to see you back Bret,
As ever your work is first class
(Used wrong word there Bret - should have been "As ALWAYS")
Top stuff
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Keith
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15th June 2017, 03:09 AM #8
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15th June 2017, 01:24 PM #9
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15th June 2017, 01:25 PM #10
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15th June 2017, 01:30 PM #11
Part III
Got a few more parts made for the Cabover.
View this morning. The boys made quite a mess yesterday.
20170614_122149 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Cut down the edges on a wooden barrel to make a gas tank.
20170614_123703 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
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Tank on and the rear deck.
20170614_125324 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Glued up a piece to make the rear plate for the deck.
20170614_125309 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Made a rear bumper and mud flaps.
20170614_125805 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
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After that had to run out and get some supplies and the Mrs. wanted to go to Hobby Lobby.
20170614_194130 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
Last thing this evening. This crappy 4" dust collection hose I got from grizzly does not like to stay in the stretched position. So I thought I would clamp it over night and see if it would lose it's memory. Then I got the bright idea to use my heat gun on it and maybe "erase" the memory. That seemed to be working until I got to close. Oh well.
20170614_194517 by bjohnson388, on Flickr
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Hope to get more done tomorrow. 4 days of vacation left. It is going by way to fast.
Bret
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15th June 2017, 02:25 PM #12
Holidays always go way too fast Bret...
I had a look at the Hobby Lobby website...wow, what a top shop
Woodpile Fun! - Wood Crafting - Crafts & Hobbies | Hobby Lobby
I wish we had the range and varity of stores you have in Texas and the USA here downunder.
I'm enjoying your build, keep up the good work and thank you for all the photos... Cheers, Peter
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Top work Bret
Regards
Keith
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16th June 2017, 02:09 AM #14
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16th June 2017, 03:59 AM #15
Gas tank A+
I too Like your gas tank and have a couple a barrels I've not been able to find a use for till now.
I love finding uses for some of the odd wood shapes Hobby Lobby has for sale.
Now if they would just sell some head lights.
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