Hi all,  I'm just getting geared up to start my first semi build since roughly the late 80's. I stopped modelling mostly due to real world trucking, 20 years of jamming gears followed a few driving the original M-1 Abrams, then after all that I did maintenance for a few years before becoming disabled. I'll be starting the AMT White Freighshaker cabover once I finish a tank build. I plan on hyper detailing it and the color scheme will suite my better half once she decides. Between you and me, I'll bet it'll have green in it since it's her favorite color. LOL    Not really sure what else to say, just an older guy getting back into a wonderful hobby here Thanks, Clair G

Starting over with #2   Test fit. FrameFF  

Hi guys, I know Im pretty late to the convo but I'm going to be starting this same kit after I finish my Israeli Tiran 4 tank. I've been away from truck models since gee, the late 80's so I'm way out of touch with the current aftermarket items available. My question is does M&R have a website or something? I've never heard of them but I'd like to see about better wheels for my Freightshaker. Any help would be greatly appreciated here.   The Tiran build can be seen here if interested: https://www.scalemates.com/profiles/mate.php?id=95630&p=albums&album=120538   Thanks much, Clair G

Thanks for the response!!!!   I have had too much outside the hobby room drama going on to maintain the focus and concentration needed...should have knocked this one out a long time ago....so I keep on keepin' on.

"Started back in September with basic drawings and photos." This build would be in the scratch building category....I doubt you will get a response from the builder as he has not been around since 2023......   I might add that the Trumpeter American La France Eagle pumper kit would be the donor kit..... other possibility would be a 3-D printed piece if you got the disposable income as that would be rather pricey.   

awesome work!!!....is this a kit or scratch built?

thanks in advance for any help

Hey everyone, I’m currently exploring ways to enhance the precision and surface finish of CNC aluminum parts for lightweight mechanical assemblies. I’d love to hear your insights on optimal cutting speeds, tooling materials, and cooling techniques when working with aluminum. Are there specific CNC machine settings or design considerations that help reduce deformation and maintain tight tolerances? Any recommended coatings or lubricants for long tool life would also be great to know.

One of the most detailed builds of this kit I’ve seen so far. Nice upgrades. I like the scratch built hydraulic lines and the electrical conduit for the rear of the packer body. That’s something I’d forget  to add.