1/16 Trucks
11-12-2017, 06:05 PM
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11-13-2017, 07:50 AM
#455
Crius -----
I have thought long and hard about why one box is smaller than the other and I think I have solved the mystery. The smaller box was left out on the loading dock during a severe rain storm and got soaking wet. On the way to the USA it dried out and shrank down to 18th scale, along with that battery.
I would like to explain this phenomenon in more detail, but my nurse says it's time to take my medications and lay down for my quiet time.
I have thought long and hard about why one box is smaller than the other and I think I have solved the mystery. The smaller box was left out on the loading dock during a severe rain storm and got soaking wet. On the way to the USA it dried out and shrank down to 18th scale, along with that battery.
I would like to explain this phenomenon in more detail, but my nurse says it's time to take my medications and lay down for my quiet time.
Last edited by Rex Ross; 11-13-2017 at 07:52 AM.
11-13-2017, 08:38 AM
#457
Starting to look the part...
https://youtu.be/KTt3EDpRomo
https://youtu.be/KTt3EDpRomo
rex
11-13-2017, 04:23 PM
#459
Are these for real? i have been waiting for years for a decent truck model to come out. i have plenty of scale artillery pieces that need a tractor truck to pull them as well as support vehicles.
11-14-2017, 03:29 AM
#461
Where did you get the lenses, Greg? I got mine from an old 34 Ford kit, but it would be great to find a way to buy just lenses, or maybe the correct sprue from a kit with lenses attached?
They look good, and the yellow is a nice effect. Did you use warm white or yellow LEDs or did you color the lenses? I've been looking for a warm white in 5mm LED but they're hard to find in 5v with the integral resistor. So far I can only find those in white red and green.
They look good, and the yellow is a nice effect. Did you use warm white or yellow LEDs or did you color the lenses? I've been looking for a warm white in 5mm LED but they're hard to find in 5v with the integral resistor. So far I can only find those in white red and green.
11-14-2017, 03:35 AM
#463
You and me both, Bro. I already bought three (well, I bought four but a friend talked me out of one) and I plan to get at least two more. The possibilities are endless! I can't wait for the 6x6 to come out!
Maybe now these manufacturers will realize that there is a huge market for 1/16 soft skinned vehicles!!
Maybe now these manufacturers will realize that there is a huge market for 1/16 soft skinned vehicles!!
11-14-2017, 09:19 AM
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.....then we would also have to have some 1/16 support crew figures as well........
Springman
11-14-2017, 03:08 PM
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Where did you get the lenses, Greg? I got mine from an old 34 Ford kit, but it would be great to find a way to buy just lenses, or maybe the correct sprue from a kit with lenses attached?
They look good, and the yellow is a nice effect. Did you use warm white or yellow LEDs or did you color the lenses? I've been looking for a warm white in 5mm LED but they're hard to find in 5v with the integral resistor. So far I can only find those in white red and green.
They look good, and the yellow is a nice effect. Did you use warm white or yellow LEDs or did you color the lenses? I've been looking for a warm white in 5mm LED but they're hard to find in 5v with the integral resistor. So far I can only find those in white red and green.
got mine from a 1/16 scale Harley Davidson Model the i did for one of my old bosses made a Diorama for him didn
t need all the parts so they ended up on the truck
or you guys can Try what Carson posted on FB
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=127093624472956&set=a.1270900744733 11.1073741833.100015169563848&type=3
Last edited by Airbrushler; 11-14-2017 at 03:14 PM.
11-14-2017, 05:18 PM
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Sometimes there is a need to replace military headlamp covers with a "glass" lens. Here a lens was created for a 1/35 Vulcan Zundapp K800 motorcycle.
Start with a scrap of clear sprue. Clean up the end with a file and sandpaper.
Heat end over flame, being careful not to scorch the plastic
Quickly press the heated end onto a row of staples. Make sure to hold the sprue perpendicular to the staples.
While attached to the sprue, file and sand the edge to the correct diameter. Can be placed in a drill and rotated to get a good result.
emove the lens from the sprue with a razor saw.
File the rough edge (opposite the imprinted pattern) to the desired thickness.
Clean the file marks with fine sandpaper (1000 grit). Bevel the edge for a more rounded lens profile.
Polish with compound - e.g. Novus No. 2. Finished!
Start with a scrap of clear sprue. Clean up the end with a file and sandpaper.
Heat end over flame, being careful not to scorch the plastic
Quickly press the heated end onto a row of staples. Make sure to hold the sprue perpendicular to the staples.
While attached to the sprue, file and sand the edge to the correct diameter. Can be placed in a drill and rotated to get a good result.
emove the lens from the sprue with a razor saw.
File the rough edge (opposite the imprinted pattern) to the desired thickness.
Clean the file marks with fine sandpaper (1000 grit). Bevel the edge for a more rounded lens profile.
Polish with compound - e.g. Novus No. 2. Finished!
11-14-2017, 06:18 PM
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11-17-2017, 03:44 PM
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Hi, guys. I've found some lenses that I like for the truck that are just the right size and shape. They're made by Axial and come in a tree with several size and color lenses and are relatively inexpensive. I've attached some pics of the truck with the lenses installed. I've painted my truck my favorite color - olive drab - and changed the grill. In addition, I've painted the interior and installed glass front and back.
Here's a link to the product info: https://www.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXYWW0&P=V
Here's a link to the product info: https://www.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXYWW0&P=V
11-17-2017, 03:52 PM
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I've also found some warm white led's and installed them. The color is much more appropriate for an old truck. I've attached some pics that compare the led's. They are very inexpensive when bought in quantity.
here's a link to the product info: https://www.amazon.com/Transparent-L...warm+white+led
here's a link to the product info: https://www.amazon.com/Transparent-L...warm+white+led
