DML 1/4 Ton Truck Kit

plane_mc · 07-27-2010, 11:07 PM

I am just getting started on my DML ¼ Ton 4X4 Truck kit. I will be adding the DML 50 cal machine gun to it on a scratch built pedestal.

I fully expect this to be a multi-month project, as I have a lot planned.

I stopped by the hobby shop and they had an engine kit for it. :lol: :lol:

I wish!! Like the Kettenkrad, I am going to go ahead and scratch build the engine.

If anyone has the DML engine from the DX08 convention, I would love to see some pictures of it outside of the jeep and could use some basic dimensions off of it.

Has anyone been able to separate the tires from the rims? I have been looking at them and can not figure out how to do it.

I have just begun cutting parts off the sprue, so there will be more to follow . . .

plane_mc · 07-27-2010, 11:07 PM

I am just getting started on my DML ¼ Ton 4X4 Truck kit. I will be adding the DML 50 cal machine gun to it on a scratch built pedestal.

I fully expect this to be a multi-month project, as I have a lot planned.

I stopped by the hobby shop and they had an engine kit for it. :lol: :lol:

I wish!! Like the Kettenkrad, I am going to go ahead and scratch build the engine.

If anyone has the DML engine from the DX08 convention, I would love to see some pictures of it outside of the jeep and could use some basic dimensions off of it.

Has anyone been able to separate the tires from the rims? I have been looking at them and can not figure out how to do it.

I have just begun cutting parts off the sprue, so there will be more to follow . . .

Reef12 · 07-27-2010, 11:33 PM

Never did get those tires off.

Good luck and will keep an eye on that engine.

Reef12 · 07-27-2010, 11:33 PM

Never did get those tires off.

Good luck and will keep an eye on that engine.

Reef12 · 07-28-2010, 11:49 AM

Make molds might be able to make some extra cash.

Ask John about mold making.

Glad to see that the price is the same there as here on the jeep engine parts.

Cheers

Reef12 · 07-28-2010, 11:49 AM

Make molds might be able to make some extra cash.

Ask John about mold making.

Glad to see that the price is the same there as here on the jeep engine parts.

Cheers

plane_mc · 08-04-2010, 08:28 PM

It’s time to start posting some pictures. I don’t have a lot done yet, but I am getting started.
I glued up the springs, axles and transfer case.

Nothing exciting there, I have a lot to clean up on them and haven’t felt like doing it yet.
I cleaned up the frame and started filling in the open spaces. I know that most of it won’t all show, but it will drive me crazy if I know it isn’t finished all the way, even if it doesn’t always show. I am looking at trying to make the body removable if I can figure out a way to do it. I also made the pedestal support that gets welded to the frame. I have not attached it yet, I want to finish with the filling first.

Speaking of the pedestal, I got started on that too. I have the basics built, but there are still details to be added.

The hood has the lubrication chart holder molded in to it as a solid piece. I sanded that off and added a new one made out of .020 sheet styrene and put rivets on both sides.

And of course, what’s the purpose of having the holder without the chart?

I also acquired the ammunition and boxes for the 50 cal. These linked shells are really nice.

Well, that’s it for now. Hopefully I will have more to post soon, but right now it is mostly just a lot of sanding and scraping to clean up the parts.

Hoffner · 08-04-2010, 10:30 PM

Thats really nice, where did you get that chart btw? Also, are you thinking of casting your engine when its done? I would be willing to get one if you do.

plane_mc · 08-04-2010, 11:29 PM

Brad,
I found the chart as 2 separate images while searching for details. I really ran across them by accident, I was looking for other details. I resized the pictures to match the size of the molded area and printed them on both sides of a piece of cardstock. I then laminated it with packing tape. It is not perfect, but looks the part in the holder.
I have not decided anything about molding the engine. I haven't started on it yet, so I really haven't given it much thought. I will know more when I see how much work is involved.

Sixth Vanguard · 08-05-2010, 12:59 AM

That chart holder is classic :!:

07-27-2010, 11:07 PM	#1
plane_mc Sniper Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 130	DML 1/4 Ton Truck Kit I am just getting started on my DML ¼ Ton 4X4 Truck kit. I will be adding the DML 50 cal machine gun to it on a scratch built pedestal. I fully expect this to be a multi-month project, as I have a lot planned. I stopped by the hobby shop and they had an engine kit for it. :lol: :lol: I wish!! Like the Kettenkrad, I am going to go ahead and scratch build the engine. If anyone has the DML engine from the DX08 convention, I would love to see some pictures of it outside of the jeep and could use some basic dimensions off of it. Has anyone been able to separate the tires from the rims? I have been looking at them and can not figure out how to do it. I have just begun cutting parts off the sprue, so there will be more to follow . . .

07-27-2010, 11:07 PM	#2
plane_mc Sniper Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 130	DML 1/4 Ton Truck Kit I am just getting started on my DML ¼ Ton 4X4 Truck kit. I will be adding the DML 50 cal machine gun to it on a scratch built pedestal. I fully expect this to be a multi-month project, as I have a lot planned. I stopped by the hobby shop and they had an engine kit for it. :lol: :lol: I wish!! Like the Kettenkrad, I am going to go ahead and scratch build the engine. If anyone has the DML engine from the DX08 convention, I would love to see some pictures of it outside of the jeep and could use some basic dimensions off of it. Has anyone been able to separate the tires from the rims? I have been looking at them and can not figure out how to do it. I have just begun cutting parts off the sprue, so there will be more to follow . . .

08-04-2010, 10:30 PM	#8
Hoffner Company Commander Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Baltimore,MD Posts: 777	Thats really nice, where did you get that chart btw? Also, are you thinking of casting your engine when its done? I would be willing to get one if you do. __________________ Brad Damnit....I glued my fingers together again.

08-04-2010, 11:29 PM	#9
plane_mc Sniper Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 130	Brad, I found the chart as 2 separate images while searching for details. I really ran across them by accident, I was looking for other details. I resized the pictures to match the size of the molded area and printed them on both sides of a piece of cardstock. I then laminated it with packing tape. It is not perfect, but looks the part in the holder. I have not decided anything about molding the engine. I haven't started on it yet, so I really haven't given it much thought. I will know more when I see how much work is involved. __________________ Mark

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07-27-2010, 11:33 PM	#3
Reef12 Company Commander Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Oklahoma USA Posts: 1,178	Never did get those tires off. Good luck and will keep an eye on that engine.

07-28-2010, 11:49 AM	#5
Reef12 Company Commander Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Oklahoma USA Posts: 1,178	Make molds might be able to make some extra cash. Ask John about mold making. Glad to see that the price is the same there as here on the jeep engine parts. Cheers

08-04-2010, 08:28 PM	#7
plane_mc Sniper Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 130	It’s time to start posting some pictures. I don’t have a lot done yet, but I am getting started. I glued up the springs, axles and transfer case. Nothing exciting there, I have a lot to clean up on them and haven’t felt like doing it yet. I cleaned up the frame and started filling in the open spaces. I know that most of it won’t all show, but it will drive me crazy if I know it isn’t finished all the way, even if it doesn’t always show. I am looking at trying to make the body removable if I can figure out a way to do it. I also made the pedestal support that gets welded to the frame. I have not attached it yet, I want to finish with the filling first. Speaking of the pedestal, I got started on that too. I have the basics built, but there are still details to be added. The hood has the lubrication chart holder molded in to it as a solid piece. I sanded that off and added a new one made out of .020 sheet styrene and put rivets on both sides. And of course, what’s the purpose of having the holder without the chart? I also acquired the ammunition and boxes for the 50 cal. These linked shells are really nice. Well, that’s it for now. Hopefully I will have more to post soon, but right now it is mostly just a lot of sanding and scraping to clean up the parts.

08-05-2010, 12:59 AM	#10
Sixth Vanguard Site Admin Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Southern California Posts: 6,253 Images: 29	That chart holder is classic :!: