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Have a look at this picture for demensions of the motor :D:D:D

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You would have to ask Lynn (tc1cat) what servo he used. as for the dimensions, the engine is 1/12 scale so it is just a little bigger but so close to perfect. to get it to set in the truck properly you either have to mod the frame rails or the oil filters on the motor.

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Thanks guys! I found a site with the measurements. Needed to know if I could fit it under a globe cab (obviously with a few mods)

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WOW thanks Becky, I'm truly honored that you took the time to say something about my build. You don't post much on the forum and to post on my build... Thanks.:D:D

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Lovin your biuld pure craftsmanship :cool:Are you still going with the white/purple paint:cool:

Dave:)

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Yes Dave still white and purple.

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Hello Mike, I just wanted to say I can't wait to see this bad boy finished.:D It will truely be one of a kind.:D;):eek:

Big John

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Hi All, Well I got my spiked lug nuts from Steve the other day and got them all polished up and installed. I have to say they look EXACTLY like what I wanted.

Thanks again Steve for making these happen.


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/500.jpg

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/498.jpg


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/502.jpg


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/503.jpg


Here is a link to a video on how I polished these. I simply put a 2mm screw in my drill press, then screwed on a lug nut using the slowest speed. Then I got a cotton buffing pad for my Dremel, and used some green Jewelers Rouge.

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Those look AMAZING! That just makes the wheels pop - very nice.

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Those are cool:eek:Mike..........Steve did a great job.
I wish you had the time to just work on this truck and nothing else.
I'm ready to see this thing done.It's going to be an epic build:eek:

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don't thank me I'm just the messenger on these My helper did all the werk on them . I'm glad you got the patients to put them on all 6 :eek: I got some to mount on before I ship they're wheels :eek:

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Mental! They really are a nice touch. Thanks for the vid on how you polished them. Simple and effective. Thumbs up!

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Steve the Bi@#h part on the drives is you have to back the screws all the way out till they are flush with the rim and then get them to thread immediately in order for them to be tight when the lug is tight. I'm thinking about drilling the hub out one one of them so that the lug passes threw and see if that makes it easier, just not sure I want to do that..

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Thanks Michael, I'm happy as he!! Steve got these for us.

Thanks Troy, wish I had the time to get her done as well, but then I wouldn't have the cash to finish it.. It's a vicious circle.

Thanks, and no problem.

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Thanx for the video Mike...You make it look simple.;):) And I can't wait to get my wheels and the spikes.:D Look's real sharp, no punt attended.:p:rolleyes:

Big John

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Hey Gents

I actually did some work on the Shak today...

I figured out a way to run the fifth wheel lock and have all the linkage under the deck plate.

I made a sort of bell crank.

Now I will be able to have the servo in the sleeper and no linkage seen.

I also built a functional release handle just like the real ones, so I will be able to unlock it either way.

I do have one question though, I'm sure Paul, Nate, or any number of you can answer this for me.

Is there a way to limit the travel of a servo or will it do it automatically.

The reason I ask is cause the throw on the lock is only about 1/2" and if it goes to far past the limit either way it could move part of the linkage for the lock and make it so it won't work right.


Anyway here are some pictures.


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/505.jpg


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/504.jpg

The under side. I have made this by pinching the bottom part of the bell crank between two nuts because I have to have a way to remove the fifth wheel through the deck plate. This is the part that could turn if the servo moves to far.

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/506.jpg


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/507.jpg


Here is the release handle.

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/508.jpg


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/509.jpg


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/510.jpg


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/511.jpg


http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...20Shak/512.jpg


Now all I need is some ball joints and I got it made..


Does anyone know where to get some 2mm and 3mm all thread rods?

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Hey Mike, good to see some more progress on the "Shack". As to answer a couple of your questions, the servo can be limited on throw by where you set your endpoints on the radio. The shorter arm on the servo too will only allow it to go so far as well.

As for the all thread you may try McMaster as I believe they have metric all thread in those sizes.

Looking good and can't wait to see more.

Tyler

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Glad to see the Shak is Back Mike. Great idea with the dual function on the fifth wheel. The way I built my wife's truck I realize there is no way to run it manually :eek::confused:
Thanks for posting and hope to see more:cool::)

Mario.

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Hey Mike, there are programable servo's available. http://www.robotmarketplace.com/products/0-SPMDSP.html This is one of many.
Hope some of our friend's will chime in!

Lookin Good!

Cheer's, Neil.

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Thanks Tyler. I'm going to need a servo with a little bit longer shaft on it as well. I assume they have those?

Thanks Paul

I did it mostly for looks Mario, but I figured if I took the time to make a working steering box then I could also make the release handle move as well.

Thanks Neil... That stuff is still all Greek to me.

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nice lookin truck mate , where did you get the spiked wheel nut cover from

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Mike, i'm happy to see some progress on this.:D:);) Your idea's never fail to impress me. Great job on what you have done from bumper to bumper.:D:eek::);):cool: How close are you for paint?

Big John

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Thank You... The lug nuts came from Steve (ihbuilder)


Thanks John... That depends on money... If I had some it would be soon, but in my case your guess is as good as mine.

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hey mike i have been looking at this build and wow did you ever put alot of work into this and it shows with what you got so far ,its unbelievable .call me crazy but i perfer those west coast california wheelbase tractors,keep up the awesome work my friend :D:D:D:D

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Okay Gents and Ladies...

Here is an UPDATE that I am REAL happy to post.

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...6061902050.jpg

I love the speed I think it's just right.

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2 thumbs way up! good to see it moving, awesome job on her!

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It moves! Looks awesome running! That's Gotta make you happy to be able to run it

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This is very detailed work, Mike. If you need some help getting answers to some of your questions, I’d suggest asking Stu (a.k.a. Old Busted Hotness). He scratch built several different scale projects over the years, including a 53’ dry-van with sliding tandems and an International to pull her with. They were both very detailed, excellent replicas. :)

http://www.scalemotorcars.com/forum/...r-scratch.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUVMMRkr9cc

It’s a good looking trailer. Keep up the good work and post pictures as you get more finished. :D :D

- RCT

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Where you get that visor and grille? this is the most detail rc truck ive seen

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Way to go Mike, "IT'S ALIVE":D:D:D

Cheer's, Neil.

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Good to see it rollin, Mike ;) great job

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Thanks

Oh YA!!! still a long way to go though.

Thanks.

Both the Visor and the Grill came from Brian in PA

Kind of... Stole the radio gear out of the kids Traxxas. but hey!!!

Thanks Steve.

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The Shak looks great Mike:cool: and congrats on reaching the rolling chassis stage! :D
Incredible build , one of the first trucks I saw when I joined the forum last November, it still amazes me and hope to one day see it in person at a show:D:)

Mario

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Thanks Mario

That it is Paul...

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Just a little update.

I got the linkage for the fifth wheel finished. While I don't have a servo for it yet, when I move the rod by hand it works perfect. and the best part... Ya can't see anything non 1:1 when looking at the truck.

http://i587.photobucket.com/albums/s...6575851614.jpg

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hey mike..outstanding work ...this has got to be the most detailed realistic tractor i have ever seen so far since being in this hobby ..between the motor with the air to air and the fifth wheel pull pin ....you will need a purple and white pin puller hook to put in your side tool box:p..keep up the great work and purple is my favorite colour also ..i am watching this build every chance i get:D

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This build is truly amazing Mike, you should be very proud. Any idea how long until we will see some color on this masterpiece?