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  • peterairfix
    SMF Supporters
    • Jul 2012
    • 11077

    #1

    Italeri 1/24 Scania R144 and we are family milk tanker

    I have had to start a new thread as I don't think the volvo suits the trailer so I will be using the Scania instead the truck parts first
    One chassis partly constructed
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    Now the tanker Click image for larger version

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  • peterairfix
    SMF Supporters
    • Jul 2012
    • 11077

    #2
    I have painted the chassis and as I will be painting truck silver I thought a metallic blue would nice for the engine Click image for larger version

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    • peterairfix
      SMF Supporters
      • Jul 2012
      • 11077

      #3
      Completed the engine and managed to shoe horn it in chassis that now has its wheels and radiator on. Click image for larger version

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      And what's up next Click image for larger version

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      • Mickc1440
        SMF Supporters
        • Apr 2018
        • 4779

        #4
        Very smart Peter, I do like that engine colour

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        • Andy T
          SMF Supporters
          • Apr 2021
          • 3239
          • Sheffield

          #5
          Coming along nicely Peter.

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          • peterairfix
            SMF Supporters
            • Jul 2012
            • 11077

            #6
            Finished the chassis Click image for larger version

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            And constructed the cab interior Click image for larger version

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            And why is it that every time I go to put the windows in I always seem to get glue marks on at least one Click image for larger version

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            • Ian M
              Administrator
              • Dec 2008
              • 18271
              • Ian
              • Falster, Denmark

              #7
              You starting a production line Pete. Chassis and the motor look great.
              Group builds

              Bismarck

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              • Andy T
                SMF Supporters
                • Apr 2021
                • 3239
                • Sheffield

                #8
                Nice one Peter.

                This GB has definitely brought out some good looking trucks.

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                • peterairfix
                  SMF Supporters
                  • Jul 2012
                  • 11077

                  #9
                  Cab interior finished Click image for larger version

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                  And the cab exterior has been sprayed silver to match the tanker so before I put it together I will leave the paint to cure for a 24 hrs Click image for larger version

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                  • Scratchbuilder
                    • Jul 2022
                    • 2689

                    #10
                    Looking good, and do not forget to move the fifth wheel back or forwards for your trailer pin.

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                    • peterairfix
                      SMF Supporters
                      • Jul 2012
                      • 11077

                      #11
                      Originally posted by Scratchbuilder
                      Looking good, and do not forget to move the fifth wheel back or forwards for your trailer pin.
                      Thanks I am going to leave the fifth wheel to the very end

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                      • Lee Drennen
                        SMF Supporters
                        • Apr 2018
                        • 7711

                        #12
                        Nice

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                        • Ian M
                          Administrator
                          • Dec 2008
                          • 18271
                          • Ian
                          • Falster, Denmark

                          #13
                          Looking good.
                          I have the same problem with windows and clear parts. Let's just say don't look to close at the headlights on my Actros. Lol
                          Group builds

                          Bismarck

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                          • peterairfix
                            SMF Supporters
                            • Jul 2012
                            • 11077

                            #14
                            I have the cab exterior fitted not the best of fits but I am happy with it and a test fitting. Click image for larger version

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                            • Jim R
                              SMF Supporters
                              • Apr 2018
                              • 15727
                              • Jim
                              • Shropshire

                              #15
                              Coming on well and quick progress.

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