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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.

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Glad to have you onboard.  Let me know if you need any assistance.

-Casey

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The assembly of the frame seems a bit tricky Do you use an assembly jig to keep it square?

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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.

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