Diesel Gypsy Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Here are some pics of the kit I intend to build for the GB. This Merc was driven by Thomas Hegmann, he became the European champion in 1989 hence the #1 on his truck. This is Class C truck from the 1990 German Grand Prix was driven by Hegmann to a class win. He finished second in the Championship that year. There are some very nicly detailed racing wheels in this kit The window nets are a bit cak, Hmmm I think I'll make some new ones from tape. Right, now lets stick some plastic. More later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Now this is definately going to be interesting. It's what Iwanted to do but couldn't locate the kit anywhere. Looking forward to the progress. Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedtaylor Posted January 24, 2008 Share Posted January 24, 2008 Hi Dave, that should be good fun, I think I have a full set of them racers somewhere but have not had time to start one yet good luck Ted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seanrgb Posted January 24, 2008 Share Posted January 24, 2008 Good luck Dave ..looks an interesting kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ponti Posted January 24, 2008 Share Posted January 24, 2008 Ah you found it then Dave. Looks like it could be fun to build, and wot no engine??????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Gypsy Posted January 24, 2008 Author Share Posted January 24, 2008 Ponti Posted Today, 09:27 PM Ah you found it then Dave. Looks like it could be fun to build, and wot no engine??????? Yeh, got the Bu**er mate. Found it in the last place Jinny looked, wierd huh There is an engine but I decided not to photo it. Too many pics of sprue's other wise, gets abit boreing dont you think Russ, Ted & Sean thanks for the words of encouragement guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Gypsy Posted January 26, 2008 Author Share Posted January 26, 2008 (edited) Hi Folks. I thought it would be nice to build a transporter for the racer. So I dug this out`a the stash; And hope to convert it into this; My thanks to Andy (Ponti) for the pic My version would be a "What if" becuse I cant find any pics of Hegmann's transporter. I'm going on the assumption that the tractor was a Merc. This is the tractor I intend to use to pull the transporter. Its contempory with the racer, where as the Actros in the kit is not. What do you recon peeps ? Dazie Edited February 12, 2008 by Diesel Donkey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ponti Posted January 26, 2008 Share Posted January 26, 2008 Hi Folks.My thanks to Andy (Ponti) for the pic Always happy to help Dave. Love giving you ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Fester Posted January 26, 2008 Share Posted January 26, 2008 Hmm that would look nice Dave. How do you intend doing the graphics on the transporter side? Doc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Gypsy Posted January 26, 2008 Author Share Posted January 26, 2008 (edited) Hmm that would look nice Dave.How do you intend doing the graphics on the transporter side? Doc Sorry Doc, I did'nt make this very clear did I My intention was to show the type of transporter I intend to build, rather than the actual transporter its self. So I dont intend to do the graphics. The idea of a transporter came from my mate Andy (Ponti). To be honest it was a bit of an afterthought. I dont even know if Thomas Hagmann used this type of transporter. This transporter is a total "What if" build. We thought it would be a good way of displaying how teams transport their racers, & of course another excuse (as if I needed one) to build another truck The transporter, as I've said before will be a "what if" so becuse of that not part of the GB comp. I just thought it would be fun to build a transporter thats all. I'm concentrating on the race truck becuse thats relavent to the GB. The transporter will come later & if I have time If you all think that becuse it'll be a "Wiffer" the transporter will compromise the integrity of the GB then please tell me & I wont post the build Please have your say. Typo edit, darn I wished I'd learnt how to spell propper Edited January 26, 2008 by Diesel Donkey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plastic constructor Posted January 26, 2008 Share Posted January 26, 2008 Ayup Dave, I think an Actros would be a better looking tractor unit for the trailer ... Nick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 (edited) If you all think that becuse it'll be a "Wiffer" the transporter will compromise the integrity of the GB then please tell me & I wont post the build Please have your say. Typo edit, darn I wished I'd learnt how to spell propper Well, it's certainly not my call, but I think it's a brilliant idea!! I had no clue that that is how they transport race trucks - you really do learn something new every day, eh??!! Whether it's allowed by the mods or not, I'd certainly like to see it built, I think it would look tremendous!! And even if you just build the race truck I'm really looking forward to the build - I don't think I've ever seen one of these kits done! Keef Edited January 27, 2008 by keefr22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Gypsy Posted January 27, 2008 Author Share Posted January 27, 2008 plastic constructor Posted Yesterday, 10:42 PM Ayup Dave, I think an Actros would be a better looking tractor unit for the trailer ... Nick. Nick. The more I look at the 1628s the more I agree with you. Contempory or not it wont look right will it. Decision made....i'll go with the Actros. cheers Nick. keefr22 Posted Today, 05:37 PM Well, it's certainly not my call, but I think it's a brilliant idea!! I had no clue that that is how they transport race trucks - you really do learn something new every day, eh??!! Whether it's allowed by the mods or not, I'd certainly like to see it built, I think it would look tremendous!! And even if you just build the race truck I'm really looking forward to the build - I don't think I've ever seen one of these kits done! Keef Cheers Keef. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Gypsy Posted January 28, 2008 Author Share Posted January 28, 2008 Hello Folks. I got a bit done yesterday. The V10 engine has been built up & I've added fuel lines from the injector pump to the cylinders. I'm working my way through the plumbing. Next to plumb in will be the lift pump & filters. More later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedtaylor Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 That looks nice Dave, don't forget that Revell did a rce truck transporter for the yank racers ,might give you some ideas. Ted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dswoofie Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 The man from the GB mod... he say YES! Go for it, that transporter looks cool, so it gets in as far as I'm concerned! Karl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 Ohhh yes, keep the pics coming, Mr Donkey, really looking forward to seeing this develop. Ian Just a thought, AMT/Ertl did a series of NASCAR support trucks and trailers at one time, perhaps one of them could be adapted..... if you can find one. Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Gypsy Posted January 29, 2008 Author Share Posted January 29, 2008 dswoofie Posted Today, 04:46 PMThe man from the GB mod... he say YES! Go for it, that transporter looks cool, so it gets in as far as I'm concerned! Karl. Thats great news Karl thanks. tedtaylor Posted Yesterday, 07:55 PM That looks nice Dave, don't forget that Revell did a rce truck transporter for the yank racers ,might give you some ideas. Ted Ian Posted Today, 05:03 PM Just a thought, AMT/Ertl did a series of NASCAR support trucks and trailers at one time, perhaps one of them could be adapted..... if you can find one. Ian Many thanks for your comments Gents. I think I'll go with this transporter for a couple of reasons; * The racing truck & transporter are Euro spec & I'd like to keep the two contempory with one another. * And More important for me, I have the transporter already & I'm too tightfisted to buy another kit Thanks for the suggestions, much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Gypsy Posted January 30, 2008 Author Share Posted January 30, 2008 Been in Hozzy today & to be honest I dont feel like building. More tomorrow when I feel better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skii Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 Get well soon Dave - hope to see some more progress soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plastic constructor Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 Ayup Dave, First of all mate, I hope you get better and start to feel like sticking bits together soon. I look forward to seeing the racing truck rig, sounds interesting. When this build was first mentioned, I suggested a racing truck and was looking forward to taking part, but since then, I've changed jobs and started a couple of projects and I don't want to commit if I can't add anything to the build. However, I do have a couple of these kits and if I get the chance, I'll break open the Scania Racing Truck as there are a few bits and pieces I would like to modify or add, such as brake lines, plumbing and wiring, especially the cabin wiring behind the dash panel as in the real truck, this was visible. I hope to see you at a couple of shows Dave and just in case, I'll break out some of the old 'BP' Racing Year Books which were available for the truck racing enthusiast. Get well soon mate, Nick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Gypsy Posted February 3, 2008 Author Share Posted February 3, 2008 A bit more done today. Built the frame up, it was a bit of a fiddle as the fit isnt great. I had to take great care that the frame remained square during the build. If it got twisted I'd end up with a truck with one wheel in the air, not uncommon druing a race I'd thought I'd post a pic of where I am building, space is a little limited & somtimes the glue fumes get a bit strong The frame. And a couple with the engine dropped in. I'm now going to wash both the engine & frame in mild washing up liquid & warm water, after a good shake I'll leave to air dry. Tomorrow (oops, just looked at the clock)...I mean later today I hope to get some primer on them. Thanks for your time. DD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ponti Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Coming along Dave. Need more piccies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 That's looking good! Wish I could make some progress with my entry..... Keef Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palacefan Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 looking good Dave, have you seen this pic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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