Green Globe First Build
 

Here is my first build. The plan is to go basic at first and build on it from there as I have time.

The Globe arrived this past April. And the fun began.:D
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psye4hqcig.jpg

Thank you Tower Hobbies.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psdcojjxqa.jpg

http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...ps8zx2wwrk.jpg

Time to take over the dining room table.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...ps8nturo2i.jpg

Setting up the work area. My wife will never miss just one muffin pan.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psdn9gess1.jpg

Putting the muffin pan to good use.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psgobvj9it.jpg

Getting the build started.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pswx8rsfvy.jpg

http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psyj8nvvnh.jpg

More pics coming soon! :D

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Muffin pan.......Cool idea!

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I like the muffin pan idea too. I bought a fishing box because it has a lid, and I need that. It saved me more than once :eek: Keep the pics coming, always like to see new builds.

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I got the muffin pan idea from some of the guys here on the forum. It is really handy. It would be good if there was a lid that would contain the fasteners in case of a spill.

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Moving along.

The rear axles.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psi4gmazrq.jpg

Wheel assembly. The small magnetic tray worked great.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...ps31y6vkre.jpg

The front suspension.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psb6x2q3h6.jpg
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psolwxh1dp.jpg
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pss10dau6j.jpg

And the gearbox
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psjymbzxmn.jpg

I went with a 55 Turn Motor. I have ordered a 6T pinion gear. In the meantime I will use the stock pinion gear.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psxkgmzka7.jpg
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pse1gscyfd.jpg

Adding the stock fuel tanks.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pship5c2qj.jpg

Next step is paint. What color should I make it? I trolled through many photos online and used this great looking KW for my color inspiration.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pscxhvoymb.jpg

More photos later, with paint! :bounce:

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I like the muffin pan idea,, I eneded up using small little tupperware containers,,

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How about this.
http://i754.photobucket.com/albums/x...oads/image.jpg

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Wow that is a beautiful truck. I don't think my first build will look like that! I do plan on making changes over time to the basic build. I need to figure out the best way to add stripe and graphics. Thanks 1strodeo for sharing!

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I like the green, and the second one the best!

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Saran wrap is good for a lid it will at least keep it all in the pan, mixed up but in the pan.

Travis

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Look forward to seeing it done. Inspired to Get back to work on mine so I can get it done and post some pics.

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GREAT pics with ongoing updates!

Keep'em coming.

-Terry

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looking good!! green is good!

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I like that long green K100. A bit of a different shade that what is normally used. Is that the color you are looking at using? Would make your truck different and stand out. The color of your magnet tray is a cool shade too.

Chris

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Thats a good idea Travis. I will take mixed up in the pan anyday of the week over mixed up all over the table and floor!

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The color closer to the magnetic tray. I chose what was available at the local hobby store.

http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psev9ynbea.jpg

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Thanks Diesel Demond. I was trying to go with a color you don't see much of. Just to be a bit different.

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Thanks Terry. More will be posted soon.

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Thanks Animal. I have been inspired as well by the builds I see on here. I am excited to get it finished for Indy 2015!

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janderson, I like elements of each one of the trucks. I really like the paint scheme of the second truck but also like the simplicity of the first one. I will probably take ideas from many sources.

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Looks good, nice pictures. I like the first one but that's probably as much about the stretch as it is the color. You have a good idea about mixing it up a bit!

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I like very much the paint colour

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Primer then paint. I did all the spraying with aresol cans. I have read online that for a great paint job to use an airbrush. Anyone have experience on that topic?

http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pspgovikty.jpg
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pssflko2t2.jpg
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pszw3bvdmx.jpg

While the paint dried I worked on getting the chassis powered and controller configured. It was a success. Ran good. Still a little too fast though.:eek:
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...ps5jn9c1nq.jpg

Time for the fifth wheel and mudflaps.
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psjgk4ht5i.jpg
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...psvq253mtc.jpg

I had to get an idea how the new painted cab would look on the chassis. I am liking it. Not too fancy but I still am liking it. There is plenty of opportunity for customizing!:D
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pscsvlagwr.jpg
http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/...pslighfekx.jpg

And that is where I am up to now. I did get the 6T pinion gear in the mail yesterday along with an extra battery.

Thanks for looking!

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Hi Truckmaker. I do plan on doing the stretched frame. And of course the bling!!

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Thanks Toniolillo. I'll have to think about adding stripes.

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I like that color man!

If you want an simple alternative to adding stripes, mask the truck at the seam line above the door and paint the roof black. Go a bit further and mask the bottom at the seam line below the door, wrap the front and paint that black too. Will be just enough to set it off for a custom look without complicated striping. (Just a suggestion)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/471/19...9837b6dc_n.jpg

Don't forget to gloss coat the whole thing before you assemble the body.

Do you plan on putting a future stretch in it?

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Thanks for the suggestion Up9018. I hadn't thought of that. I will consider for sure.
Gloss coat.... hmmmm..... that is a good idea. I wasn't going to but I probably should.
Yep there is a stretch planned in the future. I have read that the King Hauler frame will work nicely to make the stretch.

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Looking good that green pops, you are already past it but for next time the bump and hole on roof, fill it. Most radios are now 2.4hhz and have short or no antenna's. yours looks to be short. I always fill my antenna holes in before painting with bondo or plastic model putty.

Just keep that in mind on your next build or if you ever decide to repaint this one for some reason.

example of one of my builds and filling it in.
http://www.tamiyausa.com/articles/bu...e=article#body

Keep the updates coming,

Joe

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I am fond of the green myself.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/s...g/IM000659.jpg

As for covering the hole in the top I painted a snap cap white and put it on to look like a GPS receiver.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/s...e/100_1264.jpg

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I like the green cant wait to see it finished

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Thanks Joe for sharing it always helps to see what others are doing with some of the details. I haven't worked with any body modifications yet but am looking forward to doing some in the future.

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Hey Travis. That looks like that may be the same color green as the Green Globe!!
That is a great idea with the GPS receiver. I may try that for mine. What is a snap cap?

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Thanks Greener. I feel the same way!!! :D

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The king hauler frame makes the perfect length frame for a globe liner with that custom large car working truck look. I have one n I love the length.

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Thanks Travis. Now I know. :)

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That is exactly the look I am hoping for. Now I just need to find me a set of King frame channels.

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Do you want to drill your own channels?

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For now I was thinking of trying to locate a stock pair of KH rails already drilled and ready to bolt up. I haven't asked yet on the forum but I would think there would be some around since a lot of guys upgrade to a stretched KH frame.

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I built my globe "Poseidon" on KH frame rails and painted mine in Metalflake Emerald Green colour .Some minds think.alike...love your ice colour and it will look awesone...be proud my friend,great job so far