IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 14, 2013 I've been tinkering again. Before Christmas I bought a couple of used TLT's because I quite like the quirky little beasts. Then my strange little brain started having ideas... Ok, it's a fairly crude way of doing things but this is my first attempt at a multi-axle build so I wanted something relatively straightforward. It currently stands at just over 1m long and will get slightly longer with bodywork. And even with 8 wheel steering the turning circle is ginormous! Hope you like it so far, Rob 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
speedy_w_beans 4272 Posted March 14, 2013 Crane truck! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Percymon 2184 Posted March 14, 2013 Rob's plan needs a lot more styrene than that crane ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 14, 2013 Well maybe not a lot more... The crane's a bit too on-road for me, nice thought though 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bromvw 744 Posted March 14, 2013 Goggle HEMETT Dragon Wagon mate . Sorry i can't post a link but my lap top is acting up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 14, 2013 Got it in one! No prize though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moleman128 2 Posted March 14, 2013 Didn't I see one of those in "Thunderbirds?" Looks like a right beast! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bromvw 744 Posted March 14, 2013 Got it in one! No prize though Great and twisted minds think alike What version are you going to do ? Gotta love the Oshkosh . Huge and a real Pig to drive . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
speedy_w_beans 4272 Posted March 14, 2013 An Oshkosh is even better! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 15, 2013 I'm planning an Oshkosh M977A4 cargo truck, though it's going to be 'based on' rather than truly scale. I'm probably going to fit some lights and I've got a cheap little MP3 player - mount that somewhere with a couple of external speakers and have some tunes to drive to Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Singleseven 70 Posted March 15, 2013 An Oshkosh M977A4 cargo truck is a new one for me, so I had a look on Google; COOL! I trust this wil be a runner and not a shelfer owing to its size Watching with interest... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 15, 2013 It'll have to run, I haven't got a shelf big enough! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 18, 2013 Some progress, starting to rough out the body Must admit I'm loving the sheer massiveness of this thing! Body temporarily mounted At least it's starting to feel like it's making progress Cheers, Rob 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bromvw 744 Posted March 18, 2013 Rob thats starting to look good already . When i first saw it i thought the wheelbase was off but now you have the cab on it looks spot on .Keep at it fella . Like the addvert says hes so Epic he dont even know it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dyahipfakta 50 Posted March 18, 2013 What is it that your making the cab out of? Looks interesting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 19, 2013 Thanks guys. You're right, the wheelbase is probably a little long and the pairs of wheels should be a little closer. But then, the suspension set up is completely wrong for a scale model too! They're all compromises I can live with. Yes, I know that's a cop-out! The majority of the cab is built from 2mm styrene (plasticard). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bromvw 744 Posted March 19, 2013 I know exactly what you mean about compromises . My new D90 project on a CC-01 is just that . To be correct it should have a ladder frame but from a cost / performace point of view the CC-01 is my chassis of choice . Always a balance between looks and actually having a useable runner . Anyway once you have it finished only a purist will notice the running gear and if their so anally retentive thats their problem Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dyahipfakta 50 Posted March 19, 2013 Thanks for that will have to look into this plasticard looks like it could be alot of fun project looks awesome btw Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr crispy 2293 Posted March 19, 2013 This is looking like a great build to follow. You decided what you'll have on the back yet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 20, 2013 I know exactly what you mean about compromises . My new D90 project on a CC-01 is just that . To be correct it should have a ladder frame but from a cost / performace point of view the CC-01 is my chassis of choice . Always a balance between looks and actually having a useable runner . Anyway once you have it finished only a purist will notice the running gear and if their so anally retentive thats their problem I'll be watching your CC01 build, I keep looking at those landie bodies too! Definitely agree with your point of view though, basically we're building these things for ourselves (although it's great to have somewhere like TC to share what you're doing). Mr C, I'm pretty sure it'll have a cargo bed on the back. Probably without the crane and the bed extended to make up the length. I'm thinking it would be fun to use it to carry a couple of buggies around, then drop the tailgate and hook up a little ramp to drive them down and away Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Singleseven 70 Posted March 20, 2013 I like the idea about there being a couple of buggies on the back. What motors do you have in mind for running? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 21, 2013 I've ordered a pair of 55t crawler motors and steel 20t pinions (standard pinion is 24t). I'll see how that works out and tinker as necessary! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bromvw 744 Posted March 21, 2013 I've ordered a pair of 55t crawler motors and steel 20t pinions (standard pinion is 24t). I'll see how that works out and tinker as necessary! 55 T should be about right . I have a pair of 35 t in my 4x4x4 Loads of torque but a little bit too quick for your truck . Looking forward to seeing this off road transporter . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IBIFTKH 1369 Posted March 27, 2013 A little update, seems like quite a lot of work but not much to show for it! The real thing doesn't have a hatch here but I wanted access, the Rx's, LED unit and MP3 player will live here Cheap MP3 player and speaker Thinking a long way ahead, I'm not 100% sure on the paint scheme. I'm leaning towards desert sand like my Clod Hybrid but I'm open to suggestions! cheers, Rob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Percymon 2184 Posted March 27, 2013 thats a lot of styrene work you've done - to those no familiar with it, it might not look much but those slatted areas take forever, especially with the waiting time for the solvnet to evaporate off. even box secton take time with fillets and bracing. Great job mate Pain wise i'd go with a sand base and just add very subtle camo to it with sandy green and beige - often less dramatic camoflague colours are the best, especially ifyou are going to add a bit of weathering and the odd net or two Share this post Link to post Share on other sites