Mike Posted July 26, 2016 Hello all. I am new to truck modeling. My first attempt will be the AMT Peterbuilt 359. Any tips welcome.Will post progress as I go along. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casey Posted July 27, 2016 Glad to have you onboard. Let me know if you need any assistance. -Casey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Posted August 1, 2016 The assembly of the frame seems a bit tricky Do you use an assembly jig to keep it square? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trucker Posted August 1, 2016 2 hours ago, Mike said: The assembly of the frame seems a bit tricky Do you use an assembly jig to keep it square? you could use a jig, I have seen people make these out of lego pieces stacked up. I build my frames on a nice piece of granite. I glue the cross members to one side of the frame first, then glue the other side rail on after it sets up for a while. I always use good old fashioned tube glue so I can make adjustments. it also gives a strong bond. here is a 359 frame I did for my current project and stretched it out a little. hope this helps. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Posted August 1, 2016 Thanks Trucker. Super helpful. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trucker Posted August 2, 2016 no problem ! glad to help, and I forgot to say welcome to the forum mike ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
discodave Posted May 3, 2017 Hello Mike! How is the 359 progress? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites