Randy,

That truck has an incredible glass finish paint job! You must have a lot of room out back to park all these bad boys & a bunch of burnout marks also I bet.

Bob...red & black beauty...zilla

Great looker! You have a pic of the custom mounts?

:thumbsup::thumbsup: rr

Thanks guys!!! RR, the mounts are simple to make, just takes a little time. I take a strip of styrene, then I use an old screwdriver that has the point ground down to about the same size as the AFX side chassis mount. Heat the scredriver up with butane torch, get hot and make a few holes in the styrene. After it cools, take a razor blade and trim off the melted stuff. You can also take some sandpaper and clean it up. Make a bunch while you got it hot.

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Then take a file or a sharp X-acto blade and start trimming out the middle until you get a good fit.

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Then just cut the mount off the strip with a saw blade or dremel cut off wheel.

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sand the surface to help the glue bite. Add a little glue to the inside of the body and place your chassis and mount in position. It's easier to do one side and let it set up, then do the other side. Look close and you can see I added some thin plastic spacer shims to these mounts for a tighter fit. Just glue the shims to the body first. If everything is like you want, you can go back and add a little JB Weld to hold things in place. It takes a little time!!! I believe hellonwheels Ebay seller sells some resin cast mounts like these if that would be easier. Hope this helps...RM

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Dats slicker than snot Randy. I likes it!

I just happen to have that screwdriver.

AWESOME!!! I LIKE IT!!!!! awesome idea on custom mountings!! I have been trying to contact hellonwheels8 for a while but no luck!!!!

i am curious .. where do you get the sytrene?

Wes

You can get styrene plastic at Hobby shops such as Hobbytown USA. Lot of other plastic will work. I've used plastic from computer parts( computer cabinet, door flaps, printer parts, plastic trays,etc) flat clothing hangers, broken pieces of race track, etc. RM

Randy don't you ever give them guys time off?? Dang, you go on vacation and they're still slaving away. But, I must say.......... SWEET!!!!!!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup: Great looking truck but give them a vacation.

Dats slicker than snot Randy. I likes it!

I just happen to have that screwdriver.


Would have to agree with Bill!. Thanks Randy!!! Why didn't I think of that. :freak:


:thumbsup::thumbsup: rr

You can get styrene plastic at Hobby shops such as Hobbytown USA. Lot of other plastic will work. I've used plastic from computer parts( computer cabinet, door flaps, printer parts, plastic trays,etc) flat clothing hangers, broken pieces of race track, etc. RM

oh jeez i didnt think of that. thanks man for cool ideas.. duhhh

and for a hobby store i have none here from where i live!!! nearest one is like an hour and half away!! i never found time to go there. had 2 cool hobbystore in mall and both went bankrupted.

Wes

Just went through every post on this thread & it was totaly fun! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

Bob...will do it again sometime...zilla

Jeez, do I feel stuuupid... I have been looking for EZ custom AF/X boudy mount for ages.
And the tool was in my tool box the whole time! :p
Thanks again guys... (Esp. Hilltop!!)

Scott

Thanks guys!!! RR, the mounts are simple to make, just takes a little time. I take a strip of styrene, then I use an old screwdriver that has the point ground down to about the same size as the AFX side chassis mount. Heat the scredriver up with butane torch, get hot and make a few holes in the styrene. After it cools, take a razor blade and trim off the melted stuff. You can also take some sandpaper and clean it up. Make a bunch while you got it hot.

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc196/kwikdeals/DSC03885.jpg

Then take a file or a sharp X-acto blade and start trimming out the middle until you get a good fit.

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc196/kwikdeals/DSC03887.jpg

Then just cut the mount off the strip with a saw blade or dremel cut off wheel.

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc196/kwikdeals/DSC03888.jpg

sand the surface to help the glue bite. Add a little glue to the inside of the body and place your chassis and mount in position. It's easier to do one side and let it set up, then do the other side. Look close and you can see I added some thin plastic spacer shims to these mounts for a tighter fit. Just glue the shims to the body first. If everything is like you want, you can go back and add a little JB Weld to hold things in place. It takes a little time!!! I believe hellonwheels Ebay seller sells some resin cast mounts like these if that would be easier. Hope this helps...RM

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where do you guys come up with your ideas. i cant stop looking at this. it gets better every time

The boys are at it again. They picked up this old Coast Guard boat from Bob...Your One Stop Custom Chop Shop...zilla, just outside the city limits, Gretna, Nebraska. Bob seems to have a little bit of everything unusual, all the good stuff!!! But, Gas is around $4.00 a gallon, and they get a boat...what the h...???

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Now I know, the tow truck was in the plan the whole time!!! After a little debate, the twin outboards had to go, too much work to keep 2 engines running. Decided to go with a small V6, should be plenty of power. Thanks again Bob...take me to the water...zilla. RM

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what can i say... frickin awesome man!!!!!! :thumbsup:

Wes

That is one way cool boat. :thumbsup::thumbsup:
Just wondering though, will it have a tjet or magnet chassis?? :rolleyes::freak:

Great idea Jerry!

How about it Randy? Coupla powered runabouts on yer layout?

Hmmmmmmm....

Great and imaginative work per usual Hilltop

Great idea Jerry!

How about it Randy? Coupla powered runabouts on yer layout?

Hmmmmmmm....

Great and imaginative work per usual Hilltop

Would look something like what Gallagher would drive! LOL


B-oatyfull, Randy! I LOVE IT!:thumbsup:

Randy,
Better keep an eye out for the Tydy Bowl man......I hear he's looking for a new boat.

Randy,

Whooooly LifeGuard Boats that is Sweet! Glad I sent that to you man. Gilligan and the Skipper would be jell-O-us of that thar vessel.

Bob...what should I send next (lol)...zilla

Randy, that's SWEET!

Damn, now he's doing boats! :thumbsup::thumbsup:
P.S. That's one bad A** lookin' truck.

I'll send you my address. :) rr

You go away for a long weekend and WOW!

Randy, the 55 Chevy is beautiful then the Tow vehicle with the boat AWESOME and finally the Nascar Roomba Robotic Vacuum was just Fantastic! Where do you get the ideas, I do not know but just keep building!! The shavings on the floor was a unique idea! The mounting tip was great & will save me a lot of time.

My shop surprise was the arrival of the new engine hoist and Rotisserie which was being used for frame off restoration of an older Corvette.


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The walls even got primed. An older Blazer was in for an oil change and safety check! ...RL

XracerHO,

That is real neat man..."new engine hoist and Rotisserie" The detail in those are flawless and look great! Way to go. :thumbsup::thumbsup:

Bob...future shopper...zilla

Xracer, I see you've been accessorizing with lots of new shop equipment for the boys, nice cooker and hoist. Business must be good as I see you've hired some new help also, so no more a single guy garage. I guess you know that means higher insurance rates, family health plans, dental plans, 401 plans, etc. etc. etc., the list goes on. I like that yellow Blazer, be sure and grab that drain pan before loosing the plug. Is that Corvette getting a ProStock motor by any chance??? Looking gooood!!! Just my thoughts...RM

The boys were gonna have a car show out back, but it was getting just a little too hot for comfort!!! Even the air had a haze to it, maybe this fall...RM

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RM,

Real nice picture there man...nice indeed. :cool:

Bob...crazy real looking detail...zilla

Bill, Did I make goop by accident??? This ol' AML Vette came into the shop for a makeover. The boys went a little too far stripping the paint off!!! They let it soak a couple of days in some denatured alcohol, with a dash of turpentine, hoping to take off the paint. Bottom picture is a plastic bowl with the end results, puddled in the bottom. Has a strong odor and looks like goop to me!!! Could it be??? Did I mention the owner was pis...d??? RM

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AML , as in, American Line..........if so I just got a black one in a lot, if you want it as replacement PM me your address its yours.

RM,

Yeah I'd be upset too...YIKES! *sigh* (takes a moment of silence) *sigh*

Dip in yer finger, lick it and if it tased like plastic well, then it must be plastic unless, you discovered, by accident, a new alternative fuel. You better pour that down a 4 barrel carb, turn the key and punch the gas down to the floor and see what happens as, this possibly could save the world!

What a messy puddle of black goop that is. Zoinks!

Bob...what not to do...zilla

Ed, I sent you a private message. I didn't want anyone else to know I was interested in your offer, lol. Thanks...RM

Looks like the soup's on Randy.

Whats the flashrate on that stuff? I didnt think denosol would cook styrene?????
Couldnt be the turp!

I think I got pretty nice blue one...if ya want it...I'll scout my piles

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Well "EYE" have 3 right here waiting for some Phssssssssssh fun

Well just rub it in Bob...I got 3 ready to paint...zilla!!! The boys just ain't as fast as you, but they have got one started!!! RM



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Update: This old yeller/orange Surburban was finished up for Coach's auction. This thing would look better with a set of RRR 5 spokes but after reading all the wobbly posts, I'll let the new owner, if sold, add their own touch...RM

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Hilltop... youR paint jobs are the best. incredible!

The black color separation stripe is simply awesome - excellent work!:woohoo:

What resinmonger and videojimmy said,"awesome, incredible & excellent!"

Coach has that one in his pocket right now. Hobby Talker decals are a neat idea man...way to go.:thumbsup::thumbsup:

Randy: if sold...pleeeeeease!:rolleyes: LOL

That looks Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreat!

Bob...will put RRR 5 spokes on it if I'm the winner...zilla

Sweet looking Surburban :woohoo: The bidding is gonna be hot and heavy on that......

Sorry to hear about the meltdown :cry: the boys had......might've been caused by that dude that is always at the soda machine......instead of "watching the pot"........:lol::jest::lol:

Glad I don't know about Eds' offer of a replacement....good thing those PMs are huh??? :tongue::jest::tongue:

Thanks guys for your comments, I'll be sure and tell the boys!!! Bill, That was just an old body I was going to paint, key word "was". I don't know the flash rate, but my mixture done a job. I'll trade you something for yours if your not using it. Ed said he had one also. Jerry, I can't blame that screwup on the coke machine. Just didn't think it would melt it. I guess I need to go check the strip tank...RM

sorry Randy, missed your pm.(till now) I'll get it in the mail today or tomorrow.

Randy, the black vette is one the way, and a possible new worker for the shop, ...lol.

Thanks Ed, My payroll is pretty heavy now, but maybe I can work in another. I was thinking about adding on a junkyard with some of my projects, so just maybe...RM

Randy, the black vette is one the way, and a possible new worker for the shop, ...lol.

New worker....HAR. Can't wait to see the character Ed sent yah as this should be good. :D

Bob...bet he's got smelly feet...zilla

Here's a minty, original conditon, no breaks, no damage, but runs good car, I got off the auction block, yea right!!! Ed sent over this new guy for an interview. Buster says he was good with his hands, "I can fix those window posts". You see what he's got in his hands!!! I'm scared to say no!!! I guess I can use Buster out back in the scrap yard. Who needs a hydraulic car crusher??? Thanks Ed!!!
P.S. Thanks for the Vette too.

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The boys have gone into unknown territory. I kept saying no, but...they went ahead and done a little resin body fabrication. After some internet communication help, Thanks guys!!!, we made our mold. First body came out a little thin and fell short for painting, front grill pan and fenders missing and too thin. I used a Hot Wheels body for testing. I filled in the hood hole and the fender header holes, just in case. I figured I could always cut em out if needed. Had to make a rear panel to replace the HW plastic piece. Guess I should have started with an easier body, but I was going for the gold. Joez gave me a lot of good advice such as stripping all the paint, as the silicone will pick up all details. Bob...I'll paint anything...zilla sent me some cool pics of Lego molds, plus techniques he had discovered. Coach gave me a few ideas on late night chat. This stuff sets up fast!!! I'll try again...RM

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I think I can see the floor -- through the fender :freak:

Just messing!

Looks pretty good to me, cool body choice! :thumbsup:

Cool body choice Randy, Even looks like the boys hauled it out of some farmers feild..I tend to overpour resin when molding then deal with the extra flash after saves voids. but i have seen worse by far on my desk so your first pour is getting there...


Dave

Randy,

You picked a good one! Willys is one of the best cars ever. Fun stuff Mr. Hilltop body caster starter out-er guy.

Bob...now that is making a slot car...zilla

Cool Randy,

I'm likin' the stretched and squarshed Willys

...seein' it with the rear wingage trimmed away and scrunched down to feeler guage height.

...BF Yellow sound about right to you?

How does the driver see?

It's gets better!!! I got a little more relaxed on the second pour. Poured a little resin in, slaushed it around, poured the rest in, then put the lid on top and pressed it down to make the extra pie filling run out the vent holes. The first cast was paper thin Doba, about like wax paper. The Willys has always been a favorite body, Kinda looks low and lean like ol' Jack, if you remember Bill's custom. If you find a Willys in a field Coach, call me!!! The second pour came out pretty solid, at least all of it was there. Has a few pin holes and voids, but a little JB Weld stiffened it up. Shot some primer on it to see the flaws. She is stretched a little, but most ProMods are. I'm gonna finish this one as is, maybe cut the next one down...RM

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