leafsprings Posted November 23, 2023 Share Posted November 23, 2023 (edited) Rebuilt an older GMC pickup into a 1 ton 4x4 wrecker. A little scratch building on the wrecker body. Edited November 23, 2023 by leafsprings 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBLNG Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 Nice looking rig!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills72sj Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 Very nicely done! What kits were needed to kitbash this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill lanfear Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 Nice work Tom! I love the 4x4 conversion and the wrecker bed is very authentic! Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Street Rod Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 The paint and details on this truck make it look very authentic. Great kit bashing and scratch building! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 Great looking conversion. Realistic looking 4x4 conversion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatz4u Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 nice Jimmy, well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogger44 Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 Great build, I dig the 4x4 conversion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Engine 51 Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 Really like the sling belt setup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWT Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 Nicely done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted November 25, 2023 Share Posted November 25, 2023 Very nice!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leafsprings Posted November 26, 2023 Author Share Posted November 26, 2023 (edited) Thanks for all the positive comments. Always trying to change things up a bit. Originally was a stepside in poor shape. The wrecker boom and floor piece is from the Revell '77 GMC wrecker with the strange looking wrecker body. The bed was fabricated using side panels from the Peterbilt 359 sleeper. The chassis is the typical flat frame, but extended a bit and the 2WD front suspension was removed and resin front 4x4 axle and leaf springs added. Wheels are from a diecast 50's Chevy. Last photo is the inspiration for the 1 ton 4x4 conversion. Edited November 26, 2023 by leafsprings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted November 27, 2023 Share Posted November 27, 2023 Nice old hook! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren D Posted November 27, 2023 Share Posted November 27, 2023 Nice job on a light duty wrecker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuckyg1 Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Really nice, I'm liking the details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncbuckeye67 Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Very cool. I love old tow trucks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 Nice rig, love the 4wd conversion. I have the 2wd cousin of that truck in the "to be completed" pile....someday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chirps Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 Outstanding wrecker! Love the details and swap over to a 1 ton 4X4 driveline. Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toys4Don2 Posted December 4, 2023 Share Posted December 4, 2023 Awesome looking Wrecker. Your modifications/details look great!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spencer1984 Posted December 4, 2023 Share Posted December 4, 2023 Looks great, nicely done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 Fantastic looking wrecker! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stavanzer Posted January 22, 2024 Share Posted January 22, 2024 A really well done Kit Bashing/ Scratch Building project. The various parts are well thought out, and come together well. I especially like some the small details. The Push Bumper and decals, the Wrecker Bed and the Wheels & Tires. All blend into one excellent whole. Good Show! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills72sj Posted January 23, 2024 Share Posted January 23, 2024 Well done. A nice, believable compilation of pieces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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