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OK, so this thing might as well have been a scratch build... I seriously doubt it would have cost much more and probably would have only taken twice as long to build. Having said that I am starting to think that this may be the most rugged looking example of this particular type of Bruder dozer.

I spent some more time on this tonight and it's starting to take shape now. I have the lower part of the blade mounted to the c frame and the c frame mounted to the Cat. While I was at it I decided that the blade was too narrow so I added 1/2" to the middle. Not a big deal, although I wish I had done it right the first time. Once I had that to my liking I milled up the guarding on the top and welded it on.

Let me know what you think!

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Wow reg looks really great

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slowly each plastic part is replaced with aluminium........nice!

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This is sweet Reg! How did I miss this until now?!!

A million times more real with the metal tracks and other additions!

Great job!,

-Alex

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Reg,
Guarding and blade assembly turned out nice. It's the little things by way of detail that breaths life into what was a toy. Very well done.

Cheers

Paul

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AWESOME work Reg!!

So how much are you gonna charge for a complete aluminum replacement parts kit for this bruder so we can build one like it? :rolleyes:

John

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Hey John! Good to see you're still around here! I'm not sure exactly but if there was a demand I would make the parts. How's the popcorn supply this time of year???:cool::rolleyes:

I am slowly trying to rid this thing of the "earth touching plastic". I got 50mm actuators for all four positions but I have discovered that 30mm ones would have worked better on the blade so I will need to get those before I finish it up. Lots of other work to do yet though so stay tuned!

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FWIW I would invest in a set great work

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Here's a short video of it running around....http://youtu.be/TpfMGHOYgJI

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Here's a couple videos of it pushing! I still need to add the cutting edges to the blade so I think it will work pretty well in loose soil considering how wet and heavy the sand was in video 1.

http://youtu.be/5Oj61IHCvHc
http://youtu.be/33QzeIHWhr8

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Nice job Reg, the blade looks great. Some day when I get around to doing my D5 I might have to talk to you about tracks.

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I finally took the time to make the steel cutting edge for the blade today.

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Very nice job Reg looks real good. Ed

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Thanks Ed. Sometimes this stuff just gets outta hand... Anyone want a Bulldozer built?:D

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Hi Reg,
how much will one of those cost and did you get my order for the dumpbox ? Thanks !
Mike.

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Sure I'll take one ... How much rtr

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You have done some real great work to the little guy!! You might have to rename the thread,, 4 hour dozer?? :).

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Maybe it started as a 4hr build but since Reg blamed me for the inspiration....again....:rolleyes: I think this should be called the 4 day dozer maybe? :lol::lol:

Looks great Reg! Just when I was happy with what I had you create this! ;):D

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Haha, It's definitely not a 4 hour project anymore that's for sure. For those that have expressed an interest, I am going to build one for someone and see how it goes for cost + time, then I will come up with a solid price. I have ordered all the parts for it so I will be putting it together(with some changes/updates) soon. I will keep everyone up to date as I make progress.

Here's a bit more video of mine working. So far I am quite impressed with it considering it's only about 6lbs!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfTs...tJ-DusnO8Onw7A
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nRB...tJ-DusnO8Onw7A

Thanks for looking.

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how about one of these??
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Yes, I think that would be sweet! I may order one and try the metal track conversion in the near future. It definitely is a more detailed piece and it also provides another size option. The current one I am doing really is only about D6 size and fits nicely on a lowbed but that big one would provide a lot more pushing power!

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Hi big ford,

I'm looking to convert one of those to rc, should be a good project if I can get it right.

:bounce:

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Now you're thinkin' Reg.... LOL Two different sizes, with and without ripper, right!!! Assembled dozer or upgrade kits ;) When you get so busy you need help, just let me know....

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You hit the nail right on the head John. I won't be trying to do anything with the ripper on the small Dozers. I will be adding a drawbar option and I want to put a winch on my own. The D10 has a lot more space to work with so it might be cool to have the ripper on.

I need help now!lol I work on this stuff 7 days a week and can't keep up. It's not that I am incredibly busy, just that everything takes way longer to build than I think it should because every piece is a "one of". With the prices I charge, most jobs generate $10-$15 dollars per hour after expenses so I don't think I can afford to hire anyone though....Well maybe Cooper's squirrel....lol

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I started doing a little painting on this today. I like the black cab but I'm having a hard time matching up the yellow. It is definitely not Old Cat yellow... Does anyone know what will be close? I did some more trial and error underneath too but nothing worth photographing....

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Thanks

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Looking good Reg, as always!!!
Well, I hate to say it but you'll probably never find an exact match or a close enough matching yellow from any "ready made" paint. I've tried several myself trying to match the JD Dozer color with no luck. You might try a local auto paint supply store, they can color match most anything, but you might have to buy a quart minimum, which for you might work out for you if you have several models to paint.


John

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Reg, next trip into town take the dozer to Home Depot. They have colour scanners and will match the Yellow perfectly. We did the same with parts from the CMP we're restoring and it worked great. They'll even make up a small tin for you to try it out!

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That sounds like a great idea Rob! Thanks. I know John is on the right track too but I am not interested in painting this with multi-step automotive paint. For me, it would be too time consuming and expensive for a one-off type build. I was hoping that I could get the parts powder coated in a color that was close but it's not looking like an option either.

Thanks again for the help guys.

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When I went to the automotive store they made a color match rattle can for me while I waited . It cost me $12 cDN . Mike

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Where was that Mike? That's not too expensive! Me likey that idea!

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RCP57-yellow is a difficult color to do because of the lack of pigment. I can't tell from the picture if the tint is off but you might try a sample pc. by laying down a coat of white then after that tacks over put on the yellow. The white will make it brighter.

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cool job.
would be great to see it work.

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That was at a automotive shop in ottawa called Hosie and Brown , they must have something like that on the island . The last time I was there was in 1983 and there was an amazing junkyard North of Victoria and of course the logging museum in Duncan but that's all I remember oh and big trees . Mike

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Reg I found a shop on the island which could help you JBs Auto Parts Plus they have a bunch of locations . Mike

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Sweet! Thanks Mike. I was thinking that they might be the best bet because they have a lot of autobody stuff. I may try Lordco too because we "know a guy" there that gives killer discounts.

Thanks again for checking that out! It sounds like you need to refresh your memory of what the island looks like....:D

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Yes I want to do that again I also have a friend in Parksville . My wife has never been . Hey now I know two people on the island , and can visit Mario on the way ! Mike

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How far is the RCP compound from Seattle, Tacoma ? I may be up for a day trip in January!?!?!!

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Well, a couple bodies of water and a different country is all that stands in your way!:rolleyes: It's quite a ways for a day trip. It would be better if you had a couple days but it could be done in one I guess. Taking the Victoria Clipper from Seattle to Victoria would be the best bet next to flying but you would still be an hour away from my house.

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My yard and man cave is always open to a fellow RC freak.:D Lots of toys to play with and work to do.
I'd be upset if you passed through without stopping :eek::D

Mario

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I finally got started on #2 today! I hope it's more like #2 from Austin Powers than what we all usually refer to as #2:jaw:

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