Gary Chase

That’s a great looking build, love the tire/wheel choices, adds to the timely look of the truck. 

Any progress on this build?

1 hour ago, Brian Conn said:

...I have been a contest judge for a few years now with the local club (both AMPS and IPMS)...viewing this thru a 1280 x 720 resolution monitor screen (aprox. 22" across by 14" tall) this is easily a a top 5 ..top 3 build.  Don't sell your self short with this one.

Thanks Brian, I don’t judge, so I don’t what they look for. Thank you for the kind words. 

30 minutes ago, vincen47 said:

The photos show the trucks well, and I’m not seeing anything to nitpick about, but I understand your apprehension.

I’ve only done one show (last September in St Ignace, we chatted about it) and it was not judged, just people’s choice. And those people were not particularly modelers, just general truck show attendees, so they were familiar with the subject matter, but not looking for someone to demonstrate modeling skill.

Their votes seemed to fall towards “general effect” - things that brought a smile to their face - something that your models will certainly do. The other truck modelers there were very supportive and non-competitive. It was just a bunch of guys enjoying truck models. 

That does sound fun, maybe this year I can participate in the show. 

1 hour ago, vincen47 said:

It’s a beauty. Lots of custom parts. Updating the power with things like a charge air cooler is a feature a lot of guys miss. The Cummins logo is a nice touch. I enjoyed watching this come together on the other forum. You should definitely consider bringing this to a show.

Thank you sir, maybe some day I will take a couple of these trucks to a show. Problem is, I can see every mistake and I know everyone else will see them as well. 

Just finished this build today. Nearly every part was modified/ replaced with 3D print or scratch built. 

1 hour ago, vincen47 said:

Nice custom fabrication. Something you’d see at a truck show attracting a big crowd. Aftermarket tires and the grille screen make a big difference. That engine is a beast!

Hey, how are ya, thanks for looking, may do this kit bash again in a custom road truck. 

This build was wrapped up a few weeks ago. It is a kit bash with the Watkins 925 and the Malone race truck. I used the long hood (15mm longer than stock) and the twin blower/ twin turbo V12 engine. The turbos were exchanged for larger turbos and re-plumbed for an intercooler.  Frame stretch, hand built aluminum exhaust, custom fuel tanks, fabricated headache rack, grill was cut out and replaced with a screen, custom interior, aftermarket tires, and cast mirrors. 

7 minutes ago, JPR said:

That is a gorgeous build,Gary. I would have loved to drive something that sweet… still would actually. Super build

Thank you, yup wish I could drive a truck that nice

Finished this truck a few months back, I started with the AMT Watkins kit. Built a double drop trailer with similar treatment that the truck has with fenders, colors and tires/wheels. 

That’s a fantastic build, well done

Sharp looking truck, like the single axle flat bed. 

That looks really good, well done. 

4 hours ago, JPR said:

This is a mind blower, a no rules build …. Outstanding result with tons of freedom to use fresh ideas. The color is pure beauty. I would be proud to drive this down the highway. A real head turner. A one of a kind. Fabulous results. 

Thank you very much

I like all those paint jobs, the white, gold and orange is really cool. Not sure what happened, but it’s cool. 

Trailer is coming together nicely, I assume the truck and trailer will share the same paint scheme. 

Good to see progress on such a cool build

Such a great build and spot on weathering 

That finish is so realistic, very well done. 

40 minutes ago, JohnB said:

Gary....awesome job...it really came out sweet

Thank you

This build looks very realistic, nice touch of weathering 

Good to see ya gettin some bench time. Build is looking the part. 

That’s a good lookin truck

Just seen your GMC wrecker build, she’s a beautiful build, curious to see where this build goes. 

Any progress on this stunning build?