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It was my birthday yesterday and my son made this Wo-jack meme. Thought I would share it, if it gives anyone else a chuckle. 😄

The air lines were quite problematic because they are Super Glue resistant. I tried to make them more pliable with a hair-dryer. Holes were drilled into the trailer to simulate a hook-up. Going to call this one done and move to the "showroom". Might add a few pics once I've finished a backdrop.

This mini-vacuum is the best $20 you will ever spend. You can order it on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074SJLGXW?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details As you know, building a model is full of challenges and one of them is keeping parts and the work area clean. This little tool has just the right amount suction to gently remove the styrene dust and shavings that get everywhere. I cannot recommend it enough. It is always at my side.

When I snapped an axle while removing a tire, I decided they were not up to snuff. Holes were drilled and new brass rod was installed. Side by side comparison of tires. "Tip Top Shop" and "Weekend Wrenchin' " arrived by delivery. Replaced the exhaust stack with a photo etch and resin kit by Auslowe. Details for the front bumper. This is now Double P Logging Company truck #39. How the colors turned out is now easy to see. A few details lefts, and it will be done . The question is "do I leave it clean?" Is this the end, or the start?

6 days on the road and I'm gonna make it home... tonight.

Hello, my name is Jason. I like trucks and models, but don't know much about either. I have an adult son who likes to build tanks, and he helped me get started with using an air brush. Model building is a way for us to have a common interest. I'm learning fast with the help from the internet, but the curve is very steep at this point. Made lots of errors with my first truck kit, an AMT Kenworth W-925. - Thank you for any technical help and glad to be aboard MTB.

May I ask were you got the wheels/tires ?

7'6" 1/24 scale "Mike Barrington" had to have shoulder surgery (both), lose 50lbs from his back side, and both feet amputated in order to fit inside. I was feeling miffed, so it was done without anesthesia.

The KW-925 is nearing the finish line. 5th wheel grease is Tamiya gray putty applied with a toothpick and then painted 50:50 X-1 black and X-9 brown. Not sure how to make the trailer air line hang "naturally". I want to keep this kit "stock". A bit of texture for gravel and mud splash was done with flocking and paint.

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That's a real bitchin' ride ! I love the "for sale" sign, it gives the model "life". I find the mirror brackets and brake cylinder lines impressive, along with the heater hose. Color really fits the era (imo). And look at the iconic air (oil bath ?) cleaner...