Big trucks

[rsxse240]

So, I've noticed that the hobby shops and around the net there's been a small expansion of interest in the heavy movers. I personally have only 3 in my stash, and am wanting more. the only thing about it, there's not much in the lines of detail/modification parts for these big rigs. I've only found 3 or 4 sites worth a glance, and was wondering if anyone on here might have a lead on some more sites.

[brady_381need72c10]

there is some truck modeling only sites out there matter afact i know of several but i cant post them here since i done tried once and a mod pulled it for something(i cant think of what for) so if you want some truck modeling only sites shoot me a pm and ill hit you back with some hint im on a few as well
but in the way of detail parts there is not much out there at all and if you dont mind me asking what truck kits do you have maybe i can tell you whether there are detail parts for those particular kits or not?
which stinks!
as for the sites your more than welcome to check out these sites that i can think of-
KFS HOBBIES
AUSLOWE (you may have to google for some of these sites)
STS MODEL TRUCKS(I THINK)
WWW.MODELEXPRESS.NET (i know they have a ton of stuff!)
thats all i can think of right now maybe if i can think of somemore ill let you know

[rsxse240]

thanks for those sites, I'll check them out when I get some more time. I'll send you that PM too.

As for what kits I have:
AMT GMC Astro 95
Monogram snap tite 1:35 Kenworth K100 aerodyne Cabover
AMT Ford LTL Louisville Hauler (LTL 900 box van?)
Rev-Mono Kenworth W900 aerodyne (the new release with the lightning on the sides)

I also have a few trailers:
Galaxy LTD 40ft tri-axle gooseneck race trailer
Rev/Mono Auto Hauler (lost the main chassis in a move some time ago
AMT twin post van wiggle wagon (on the way, just won it on ebay)

[ricky234]

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[Serioga]

Hi, rsxse240.
Try these shops too: http://sourkrautsmodeltrucks.com/
http://www.aitruckmodels.com/
And as for the model sites (forums):
1. http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/i...hp?showforum=6
2. http://wettringer-modellbauforum.de/....php?boardid=9
3. http://scaletrucks.ru/en/

[rsxse240]

Sounds like a real parts retailer

[Adam Baker]

It is a real auto part site. Looks like SPAM to me.

Originally Posted by rsxse240

Sounds like a real parts retailer

I have a couple trucks in my stash, and joined a webforum for truck building, but I cant for the life of me remember the forum , and since its a capital offense to post links to other forums, I couldnt post it anyway.

One of the things I want to build is this



Only problem is that to get the correct cab, requires the use of a complete resin cab, and then the entire trailer has to be scratchbuilt.

[rsxse240]

That's very similar to what I want to build, but I want either Allied Van Lines or Mayflower decorations. Another rig I'd like to build would be a Love's fuel truck or Red Rock Distributing (fuel truck). Something about the orange yellow and red paint schemes on big rigs that gets me excited.

[Jimmy09]

To me out of the list MCM is the best 1 to me.
Adam,
I also have a 53' project also


This is a set for a drag car team. I have a crap load todo on this thing.
Jimmy

Do you guys do, or have any interest in buses as well? I ask because I drive them (don't model anything -- and for good reason) lol.

That's me:

[Adam Baker]

There was recently a bus kit released, released by Revell of Germany that is similar to a Greyhound style type bus but w/ a European appearance to it. Ive thought about getting one, and converting it to a motorcoach style motorhome.

http://www.internetmodeler.com/2008/...ll_neoplan.php

[blackf40]

http://pete389.proboards.com/ is a dedicated truck/heavy machinery modelling forum. You'll have to join to see anything, but I've had a great experience there. I found a lot of support for my current build--'95 Ford Aeromax--and inspiration/ideas from some real scale masters over there.

[brady_381need72c10]

Originally Posted by blackf40

http://pete389.proboards.com/ is a dedicated truck/heavy machinery modelling forum. You'll have to join to see anything, but I've had a great experience there. I found a lot of support for my current build--'95 Ford Aeromax--and inspiration/ideas from some real scale masters over there.

thats the one i was going to post but it was an illegal site here for some reason or another and i finally found you signature600
im bandit1

[rsxse240]

I'll be checking that one out as soon as I fold the laundry. haha

OnThePike: you might want to look at model rail road sites for city busses. Not many, if any, have been produced for larger scale models. If you do find some, be sure to post them up, I'm sure some of these guys would love to get their hands on some odd ball stuff like that.

Thanks for the links, guys. It's not anything I'm overly obsessed with -- just a passing curiosity as to whether or not you guys also do buses. And only because I drive them :-)

Otherwise... meh... lol

But thanks again just the same!