I never noticed it neither. I build by the way, the International Transtar II Eagle cab over kit in 1978 in the brown creme version like on the box art. First truck I build, and first kit I painted using an airbrush (from Airfix). The end result was 'perfect' and remember being super proud of it. Man this brings back memories ;-)
I built so many of the trucks when I was younger that I lost count, bringing back good memories, gave all of them away when I hit my twenties, sure do regret it,
I built this kit (the cab-over) when I was a teen in the mid 1970s - wish I had kept it. Since AMT has re-released this kit, I plan to build it again. I appreciate all the time and effort you have put into these builds and will watch any (and all) videos about this kit.
AMT did re release the kit, but with none of the problems they used to have. It goes together as good as any high quality kit on the market. you will love it; no fit issues, and everything lines up the way it should.
Just found your channel and it comes at a good time as I'm building the new edition of the 4070A. I have a bit of advice for anyone building that kit. Don't put the passenger side chrome trim/step assembly on until the cab is mounted to the chassis. I sat the cab down on the table then bumped it and broke those delicate steps off. PS, I subscribed.
Another great vid. I’ve picked up so many tips from your videos. Keep them coming. I usually build aircraft but am presently building the classic Revell 1/25 KW 900. I built the kit before as a kid. It’s been fun.
good tips ..thanks for bringing it up ..ive always tried other ways to fix the wide front axle issues ..some good ..most resulting in alot of spare parts kits ..also good to see another model truck builder ..there doesnt seem to be to many of us ..or im just not looking in the right places ..
Hi Ben great video and content as usual. It seems like the older AMT kits have a lot of issues , I have built several of the older kits and about pulled my hair out. Round2 has put a lot of work into the molds and improved them to where I have noticed that parts fit together better and the alignment of parts is not an issue. By the way I like your idea of using the cases for footballs to show off your big right builds. Thank you for sharing as always keep the great videos coming.👍
I built this when it first came out and forgot about this front axle problem. These ertl blueprinter kits were the best at the time and still hold out as good models. I guess a simple measurement was missed. Even both the 1/6 and 1/25 Revell Kenworth have the axle to far forward.
This was really good info thanks Ben. Be good of you could do the sma ewirh some of the AMT truck kits, a lot of those suffer with build issues, but for a novice truck builder like me it's really helpful to know how to overcome those issues.
Interesting information about the transtars
I never noticed it neither. I build by the way, the International Transtar II Eagle cab over kit in 1978 in the brown creme version like on the box art. First truck I build, and first kit I painted using an airbrush (from Airfix). The end result was 'perfect' and remember being super proud of it. Man this brings back memories ;-)
I built so many of the trucks when I was younger that I lost count, bringing back good memories, gave all of them away when I hit my twenties, sure do regret it,
I recently built a 4300. That front axle gave me fits. I moved the axle forward like you have suggested. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thanks Ben great tips even for the experienced modeler.
I built this kit (the cab-over) when I was a teen in the mid 1970s - wish I had kept it. Since AMT has re-released this kit, I plan to build it again. I appreciate all the time and effort you have put into these builds and will watch any (and all) videos about this kit.
AMT did re release the kit, but with none of the problems they used to have. It goes together as good as any high quality kit on the market. you will love it; no fit issues, and everything lines up the way it should.
Just found your channel and it comes at a good time as I'm building the new edition of the 4070A. I have a bit of advice for anyone building that kit. Don't put the passenger side chrome trim/step assembly on until the cab is mounted to the chassis. I sat the cab down on the table then bumped it and broke those delicate steps off. PS, I subscribed.
Hi, thanks for subscribing! Good tip on the steps!
Such is your genial manner, and your considerable knowledge and experience, you could not annoy us if you tried! 😄
Another great vid. I’ve picked up so many tips from your videos. Keep them coming. I usually build aircraft but am presently building the classic Revell 1/25 KW 900. I built the kit before as a kid. It’s been fun.
good tips ..thanks for bringing it up ..ive always tried other ways to fix the wide front axle issues ..some good ..most resulting in alot of spare parts kits ..also good to see another model truck builder ..there doesnt seem to be to many of us ..or im just not looking in the right places ..
Thanks Ben, I bought a already builtTranstar on EBay and it had that issue, let’s in the future I fix the problem!!
Hi Ben great video and content as usual. It seems like the older AMT kits have a lot of issues , I have built several of the older kits and about pulled my hair out. Round2 has put a lot of work into the molds and improved them to where I have noticed that parts fit together better and the alignment of parts is not an issue. By the way I like your idea of using the cases for footballs to show off your big right builds. Thank you for sharing as always keep the great videos coming.👍
Keep doing what you are doing dude, is great watching these clips, thanks
Great video, Ben, and not annoying at all. I have a few of these old Transtars to do and the front axle always looks odd.
great vid and tips thanks and Aloha from Kauai Hawaii
I still have my semi truck I built .40 years ago.still in the case.all intact my first semi truck.and other models to.
thats a good lookin truck from back in the day !!!
I built this when it first came out and forgot about this front axle problem. These ertl blueprinter kits were the best at the time and still hold out as good models. I guess a simple measurement was missed. Even both the 1/6 and 1/25 Revell Kenworth have the axle to far forward.
Nice vid!!!!
Thanks for the video Ben!
This was really good info thanks Ben.
Be good of you could do the sma ewirh some of the AMT truck kits, a lot of those suffer with build issues, but for a novice truck builder like me it's really helpful to know how to overcome those issues.
Hi! That is something I was thinking of doing. I have done one on the AMT Freightliner cabover, cab.
@@lotso69 I'll have to watch the freightliner one thats definitely got its issues lol
Nice job 😎
What. Kind of cement or glue You recomend? I m new in this hobby.
You really gotta watch the old amt trucks. Working on a Pete352 and it's a bear
WHEN OUR NEW TRUCKS ARE RELEASED, WOULD LOVE TO SEND YOU 1 AND GIVE US YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE DETAILS. THEY ARE NOT 3D PRINTED, THEY ARE MOLD CASTINGS.
Sure, just email me bwicker@ satx.rr.com
i am trying to find the 7040a kit for about 50 buck just cant bring myself to pay 60 dollars for a model truck kit i will quit building them first !!!
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Drove a lot of tractor trailers in my day. The newness wears off then ur like this job sucks
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Love your videos