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Post by gautreau on Dec 26, 2011 23:56:39 GMT -5
Hey fellas,Its been a long time since I posted here.This is my most recent project.I call it project "Deadmans Hand".This is probably my most detailed build to date.It is going to have a scrathbuilt frame,airbags,suicide doors,smoothed out body,tubbed bed and firewall,502 and the list goes on.Here are some pics.  The kit I started with.   These were my first mock-ups. Thanx for lookin' Jeremy |
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Post by gautreau on Dec 27, 2011 0:12:12 GMT -5
Next.I got a little chop happy with my saw and the bed floor started to disappear.  Then the original planned rims got robbed for another project.So I went searching for a new set and style of rims. I tried a set of 2006 Camaro rims.  But I found these Centerlines from Pegasus were more of what I was looking for.   Then I started on the first of two scratchbuilt frames for this build.   More to come. Thanx for lookin' Jeremy |
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Post by gautreau on Dec 27, 2011 0:16:25 GMT -5
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Post by gautreau on Dec 27, 2011 0:24:22 GMT -5
Here is a shot of all the detail items I'll be using on this build.  The painted motor.  Here is my idea for a paint scheme for this build.  Thanx for lookin' Jeremy. |
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Post by intimidator on Dec 27, 2011 0:24:29 GMT -5
MAN! THIS IS GOING TO BE SHARP!
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Post by gautreau on Dec 27, 2011 0:29:09 GMT -5
Last post which brings this build up to date.I wasn't satisfied with the first frame so I redid it and built this one.  I have the rear link bars built from 1/16" styrene rod and push-pins.I'll post pics of them once I trim the heads of the pins down to fit the mounting brackets. Thanx for lookin' Jeremy |
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Post by gautreau on Dec 27, 2011 1:57:30 GMT -5
MAN! THIS IS GOING TO BE SHARP! Thanx,I appreciate that. |
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Post by 68chevy on Dec 27, 2011 11:09:05 GMT -5
This truck is going to be amazing you are doing a out stated job I see you a been to Scale Dreams Rick is a great guy and great friend I will be looking at this one keep up the great work.
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Post by zbuckster on Dec 27, 2011 12:14:05 GMT -5
Man that's a big start. Well thought out build. I am along for the ride.
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Post by tool on Dec 27, 2011 12:53:01 GMT -5
wow i cant wait to see more great start !
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Post by gautreau on Dec 29, 2011 0:02:44 GMT -5
Thanx fellas,I appreciate the comments.This build actually represents my dream truck.If I had an unlimited bankroll this is how I would picture the truck.
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Post by gautreau on Jan 4, 2012 1:13:33 GMT -5
Here's my new update.I got the 6 rear link bars built.They are made from 1/16" rod and push pins.  You will notice the top bars don't quite reach.I have since built new one that will replce these.  The rear bars are just wait now needing the bags and bag brackets.  Thanx for lookin' Jeremy |
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Jan 4, 2012 23:26:53 GMT -5
Very impressive.
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Post by gautreau on Jan 5, 2012 23:14:47 GMT -5
Thanx Bobby I appreciate that. |
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Post by Nacho Z on Jan 6, 2012 23:14:45 GMT -5
I'm in on this one. I am looking forward to seeing this one progress. It's looking great so far!
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Post by gautreau on Jan 7, 2012 22:50:58 GMT -5
I'm in on this one. I am looking forward to seeing this one progress. It's looking great so far! Thanx Nacho.I'm going to be building the rear bag brackets tonight.I'll post pics of my airbags and once I get one side mocked-up. |
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Post by gautreau on Jan 10, 2012 0:28:59 GMT -5
Rear suspension is now done.Got the airbags built as well.  One by itself.  Rear 'bags sitting in place on the lower bars.  Upper bag brackets installed.  I'll be starting on the front suspension soon. Thanx for lookin' Jeremy |
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Post by zbuckster on Jan 10, 2012 11:47:41 GMT -5
Air bags look good.
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Post by 68chevy on Jan 10, 2012 19:23:32 GMT -5
This is going to be out standing build great job.
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Post by gautreau on Jan 13, 2012 0:29:01 GMT -5
Thanx fellas I appreciate the compliments.
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Post by fireguy14 on Jan 13, 2012 13:28:25 GMT -5
Very impressive work!
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Post by gautreau on Jan 13, 2012 23:17:36 GMT -5
Thanx,I appreciate that.
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Post by tool on Jan 14, 2012 21:14:18 GMT -5
this is going to be way over the top great work !
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Post by gautreau on Jan 18, 2012 3:03:24 GMT -5
Thanx I appreciate that. Well I decided not to move onto the front quite yet.The rear of the truck isn't quite where I want it yet.I installed new sidewall sections to the box sides.These next 4 pics show the wheelwells taking shape.     This last pic lets me know I'm on the right track on this build.  I should have another update by the weekend. Thanx for lookin' Jeremy |
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Post by 68chevy on Jan 18, 2012 10:18:08 GMT -5
Looking good
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Post by gautreau on Jan 18, 2012 14:55:10 GMT -5
Thanx I appreciate that.
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Post by tca217 on Jan 25, 2012 3:46:50 GMT -5
Right stance, right attitude, I like it alot !! I want a 1:1 !!!............................TIM
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Post by gautreau on Jan 25, 2012 22:12:24 GMT -5
Right stance, right attitude, I like it alot !! I want a 1:1 !!!............................TIM Thanx Tim I appreciate it. |
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Post by gautreau on Jan 26, 2012 15:27:51 GMT -5
Slowly making some more progress on the rear of the truck.I scratchbuilt my own optima batteries to go at the back of the frame.   Heres a shot of the batteries and fuel cell mocked-up.  This shot I thought it just looked cool.  Thanx for lookin' Jeremy |
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Post by gautreau on Feb 3, 2012 18:35:25 GMT -5
I built a clear bedfloor center to show off the frame and suspension.   Just need to build wheel-tubs and mounting brackets for the bed before I move on to the front suspension. Thanx for lookin' Jeremy |
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