My new hobby: Wood military vehicles

[biscuitwhistler37]

Exterior box section: 16 1/2"



Interior box section: 14"

I have an A2, not an A2C, so no slats/drop sides, and mine came without bows or cover, but I hope this helps some.

Edit: my data plate has a height clearance of 13 feet 2 inches, I'm assuming that's the cargo cover height, hopefully someone with a cover installed can confirm

 

[goldneagle]

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Exterior box section: 16 1/2"

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Interior box section: 14"

I have an A2, not an A2C, so no slats/drop sides, and mine came without bows or cover, but I hope this helps some.

Edit: my data plate has a height clearance of 13 feet 2 inches, I'm assuming that's the cargo cover height, hopefully someone with a cover installed can confirm

112 inch height. I calculated the heights I needed.

 

[goldneagle]

Update for this morning. I contoured the hood. Made in installed the staves / slats on cargo box.

 

[goldneagle]

Worked on the wheels this afternoon.

 

[goldneagle]

Wheels temporarily installed on M35.

 

[marchplumber]

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Exterior box section: 16 1/2"

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Interior box section: 14"

I have an A2, not an A2C, so no slats/drop sides, and mine came without bows or cover, but I hope this helps some.

Edit: my data plate has a height clearance of 13 feet 2 inches, I'm assuming that's the cargo cover height, hopefully someone with a cover installed can confirm

Thanks for getting those!! Good work !! I honestly forgot....CRS ya know!

 

[goldneagle]

Do we need the cut outs in the rims, or are they ok like I have them?

 

[Mullaney]

Do we need the cut outs in the rims, or are they ok like I have them?

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Well... I think they look just fine as you built them.
It would be neat if you could cut out holes in the rims - but that will take a lot of time.

Honestly, I am not sure the time would be worth the effort...

 

[biscuitwhistler37]

I like it how it is, cutouts sound like a lot of Dremel work.

 

[m1010plowboy]

Do we need the cut outs in the rims, or are they ok like I have them?

What drill bit size would you use for cut outs? Trying to wrap my head around what scale size you're working with. The cut-outs are oval so does a guy use 2 drill bits, hit the center hole with a 1/8" then oval the corners?

It's so inspirational and interesting jumping in here to see what you've got done. Thanks so much for sharing.

 

[goldneagle]

What drill bit size would you use for cut outs? Trying to wrap my head around what scale size you're working with. The cut-outs are oval so does a guy use 2 drill bits, hit the center hole with a 1/8" then oval the corners?

It's so inspirational and interesting jumping in here to see what you've got done. Thanks so much for sharing.

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I could drill a hole and then use a Dremel tool to enlarge and shape holes. I don't think i will cut the holes in the rims at this point With all the details i am adding to the model the wheels are fine as is.

 

[marchplumber]

Do we need the cut outs in the rims, or are they ok like I have them?

well, considering your art of door handles, springs, M2 machine guns and such.....................How about ya try a wheel with oval openings? If ya like it, have at it....It would be more "authentic" ....................

 

[goldneagle]

Got a lot done today. Lots of details installed. Also I finished the drive train.

 

[goldneagle]

Some updates from late last night and this morning. I'm almost done with the truck. Need to do the mirrors, bows, tail lights and reflectors.

 

[goldneagle]

I just realized I forgot about the Jerry Can and holder on the driver's side step. Luckily I have the plans for it from the M3A1 Scout car build.