I figured I'd show off my next build here on the forum. I purchased this kit from Reynauld's for $15.00 US, which really isn't out of touch with kits of similar style. I was surprised when I opened that it wasn't injected plastic but resin and photo etched brass. It gave me a little appreciation for the price of the built ups when I saw the detail in the photo etch.
The resin parts are molded fairly clean
The photo etch sheet and clear acetate.
The directions sheet is similar to most model kits
This build won't be super-fast as I'm using it as filler work for other projects on the bench. I just wanted to show off another alternative to the loss of Jordan's
Hey Raymo:
I shall be following along.
Karl
Interesting with the resin and brass parts.....looking forward to seeing how this all comes together. :)
I'm always up for a Raymo build! :P
Pretty cool.
Are these coming directly from England or is there a US supplier?
Thanx
Bob
Bob, Artitec is based in the Netherlands. Reynauld's is I think in the Chicago area and deals in European trains. I also bought some built ups from MB Klein in Baltimore.
Looks very interesting, I am looking forward to another get build.
Jim D
A couple weeks ago I was looking at these and left curious about their build quality. Looks like you are answering that for me.
Very cool.
A little while back, I ordered a few of the Artitec kits as well, including the Omnibus. It seems that they are backordered a bit, but I am really looking forward to the Omnibus.
Can't wait to see Master Raymo in action on this one.
Dan,
Not familiar with these models...will watch you work your magic on them...
Tommy
Thanks everyone for showing interest in this build. I've been poking around with this kit a couple minutes at a time, usually when I'm home at lunch. So I started with removing the sprues on the bottom of the fenders which I marked with black marker.
After I cut them off with a sprue cutter, I cleaned up the casting with my usual assortment of foam backed sandpaper
This is where I performed my first boo-boo. I had a pretty good size air bubble at the end of the bed rail. So I puttied it and a few other blemishes with putty and then realized that I filled the stake pocket holes. Live and learn, I won't do it on the next one. ::)
Time to get down to brass tacks or at least brass photo etch. I cut the center-section/ driveshaft from the carrier. It was folded in half and ACC'ed together
The rest of the rear end and wishbone were the next piece to be removed and bent.
Then the two pieces were glued together. when the glue set up, the assembly was glued to the main casting
Then the front end was cut from the carrier. The first bend is to bend the front spring on top of its self.
Next is to bend the front wishbone 90 degrees to the axle.
Then it was attached to the main casting. It fit perfectly up under the radiator.
Next the steps were removed and bent. You can see on the right one where the bend is made. There is a right/left to the steps, the word Ford should face to the rear of the truck.
The rear plate/light support attaches to a hole in the frame behind the rear fender. Photo also shows attachment points for the other brass parts.
Now to the interior. The steering shaft and wheel were removed from the carrier along with the parking brake. The steering wheel also has the timing/speed levers attached. This is folded over onto the wheel and the steering shaft attached.
The parking brake was attached to the floor. This was the only hole that needed to be drilled out so far.
The steering shaft was then attached under the dash. There is a hole there for it to go into.
It's hard to see, but I installed the hand crank under the radiator.
Next up is the cab front and doors. You'll notice the door handles attached to the edge of the doors. These just fold over and the doors are bent almost to a 90 degree bend to the cab face.
Then the assembly slides right over the cowl and meets up with the back of the cab.
That's it for tonight. I still need to clean up some more resin parts and then it's off to paint.
Amazing detail on the brass parts. Are you bending them just using pliers?
Jeff
Quote from: Zephyrus52246 on April 16, 2021, 07:22:04 AM
Amazing detail on the brass parts. Are you bending them just using pliers?
Jeff
Yes. Just a small pair of needle nose pliers.
Its looking terrific, Raymo.
Cheers, Mark.
Dan
Beautiful work, my friend.
Beautiful details Dan..... 8)