Peterbilt 357
 

Well I've got the colors on it, now time for some clear. I have a lot to add in the future in addition to the mirrors, grill, lights ect.... wheels/tires, floats, headache rack, center mount taillights, paint the frame, electrics and so on. You guys got me hook, line and sinker at Indy!!!

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PA040330.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PA040329.jpg

Thanks for looking.

-Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Looks good Ben I like the 2 tone color combo!

Brian

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

The truck is looking good Ben it just takes time and it will all come together. If I remember right from meeting you at Indy you have a couple of tricycle motors (kids) running around the house and they can slow down the building progress.:)

Travis

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Nice job on the body work! Thats gunna be sweet when it's done.
FGD

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Thanks guys. I can't take credit for the body work or chassis, that would be SemiJoe's handy work. I just wanted one done so I can focus on other things. I will try my hand at another truck in the future. Gotta finish my 535C and build a lowboy....

-Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Same here


Alfy

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

me 3

IHSteve

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Great looking colors, but I think you should also paint the frame rails to match the cab. That would really make it look sharp! :D

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Nice truck,and nice color combo!:D

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Me 4!!!

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

looks really awesome man! love the 2 tone

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Thanks for the compliments.

Does anyone know of a good adhesive/glue for attaching the amber pieces to the ends of the PMD Peterbilt light buckets?

-Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

I just use CA glue on mine.

Brian

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

there is some modeling glue that dries clear - ussually used for making window glass - might try this.

I have tradiotionaly used CA - but tends to make a mess of it - try dispensing on a piece of cardboard then use a needle or tooth pick to place a tiny amount where needed..

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Gotta go get some glue and a speed control.

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PA080346.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PA080345.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PA080347.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PA080348.jpg
just for size reference for the 535C

-Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Nice color choice for your 2 tone. I would go with a painted frame tho to really set it off. Very sharp truck none the less.

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Truck looks great, I like the paint job!

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Nice truck, would also look good as a tri-axle dump.

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Hey Ben -

Look'in GREAT! Like the others said, the two-tone paint looks really awesome.

Keep us updated!!

-Terry

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

I do want to paint the frame, but I was thinking black. I want to be a "work truck". I will have to think on the same color as the cab.

I need a different motor, the stock 540 is waaaayyyyy to fast, I believe I have heard you guys say a 55turn is a good way to go.?

I hope to build a four axle dump down the road and I'd like to have my fleet have the same color scheme.

Thanks FabOne, you and Stepside really inspired me to buy/ build... now I've got the bug for trucks too.

-Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

wow! nice truck i really like it! the 55 or 65 turn motor will work perfect for you....and i have a 4 axle mack dump for sale..pm if interested....

zach

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

I painted the frame, put in a 55 turn and now waiting for some more goodies.

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB100379.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB100378.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB100377.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB100376.jpg

Thanks for lookin'.

-Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

i see she has found a good home. looking really good

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

I love that truck. great work on the paint. she will look real good pulling a low boy.

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Thanks the lowboy is in the works, woohoo!

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

I use Formula Canopy adhesive. Easy to work with and no mess. Dries clear.

http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products...ProdID=PAAPT56

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

nice! looking good Ben.

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

truck looks really good im sure it will turn out awesome:cool:

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

That is a clean looking truck that looks ready to work. Lowboy will look good behind that with the skidder.

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Here's some progress pics of my lowboy. It will be (hopefully) r/c detachable neck. I am waiting on a linear actuator and I'll get a bit further. I have used screws, rivets and Muggy weld (works great) on it.
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB240375.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB240376.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB240377.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB240378.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB240372.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB240370.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PB240371.jpg

-Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

The Low boy is looking real good Ben.

Travis

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Thanks Travis. Your build and Izzy's really helped me.
-Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Looking real good Ben, your skidder looks great on the lowbed. What is Muggy Weld I have never heard of that up North ?

greg

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Boy, that skidder is going to be a perfect load. The trailer looks great. How are you keeping the main beams and cross members all together?

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Ben - trailer is coooming along nicely ..... I like your choice of ride height - should be able to go over most bridges .....

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Here it is Greg- http://www.muggyweld.com/index2.html it took me a little bit to get the hang of it, but I nearly have it down now. Very pleased with the results!!

Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

I cut out pockets (square) in the center beams then riveted them and the outer beams will be Muggy welded.

Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Your low boy is really looking good. Complaments the rig very well.

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Not too much has changed. Made a battery tray for the truck, beaver tailed the frame, added headache rack, muggy welded the trailer side rails, real close to having the neck operational....

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PC120436.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PC120435.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PC120434.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PC120433.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PC120432.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PC120429.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/a...r/PC120427.jpg

hopefully more progress (Steve/wheels, hint,hint) in a another week or two. I have a set of floats and roadies on hand to add also.

Ben

Re: Peterbilt 357 (snochaser's work in progress)
 

Ben, that under side shot of the trailer answers my question very well, but what exactly is Muggy weld? I really like your trailer. The detachable neck looks like it will be very functional. Good job. Looking forward to the updates. :D