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B & R's Northern Horse Journey
Canada
Registrace 12. 05. 2021
Join us as we explore a variety of different topics including the fascinating world of horses, riding, and all things related - and scale model trucks, mostly 1/24 and 1/25 scale with a few smaller scale models to keep it interesting.
"Ford" - of a different type
Merriam-Webster defines the word "ford" as both a noun (a shallow part of a body of water that may be crossed by wading) and a verb (to cross (a body of water) by wading), both of which are applicable here on a mountain day ride in the foothills of Alberta along Gorge Creek in Sheep River Provincial Park about an hour southwest of Calgary. Merriam-Webster also mentions the word "fordable" as an adjective which Gorge Creek certainly was along this part of the trail.
This ride was one of many highlights during a recent vacation week in early July which also included going to a wedding in Canmore (close to Banff), a day at the Calgary Stampede, and staying in a cabin at Anchor D Guiding and Outfitting who also organized the trail ride.
#horses
#trailriders
#horseriding
This ride was one of many highlights during a recent vacation week in early July which also included going to a wedding in Canmore (close to Banff), a day at the Calgary Stampede, and staying in a cabin at Anchor D Guiding and Outfitting who also organized the trail ride.
#horses
#trailriders
#horseriding
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Backdating the 1/25 scale Moebius Models van trailer underride guard
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Underride guards are one of the many truck and trailer components required to comply with government regulations, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 223 for underride guards. 0:20 The Moebius Models kit underride guard is a good representation of a current FMVSS 223 compliant underride guard. These requirements date from the late 1990's. 0:35 In 1953 when underride guards were first ...
2024 Motorcycle Group Build Pt 6 Progress Update
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#2024motorcyclegroupbuild #yamahamotorcycles Hosted by @gi_mechanicsscalemodeling and @jamiegsscalemodelgarage3823 Progress report - although no major sub-assemblies completed this time around, progress on a number of different areas. And first time the mock-up actually looks like a bike! 0:12 I debated pros and cons of using kit forks or scratchbuilding new ones, finally deciding to use kit fo...
Relaxing walk in the woods - Victoria Day long weekend, 2024
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#walkinthewoods Canada's Victoria Day long weekend recognizes Queen Victoria's birthday and occurs on the Monday before May 24 - which this year (2024) is May 20. On Saturday we took a "walk through the woods" on one of the trails at Horses Are Magic, an equine experiential learning facility, checking for any branches that might need trimming back. Being near the middle of May, it was virtually...
2024 Motorcycle Group Build Pt 5 Painting the Wheels
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#2024motorcyclegroupbuild Hosted by @gi_mechanicsscalemodeling and jamiegsscalemodelgarage3823 Painting the wheels on this scale model project turned out to be easier than I was expecting...it did involve deviating from the instructions however that's all part of model building! 0:07 Kit wheels and brake rotors have satin finish plating intended to represent metal finish. 0:14 This corresponds ...
1/25 scale Moebius van trailer: Changing front corners from round to angled
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Round corners on the front of van trailer bodies are common on the real ones - in fact all of the readily available 1/24 and 1/25 kits (Italeri's 48' "American reefer trailer", Moebius ribbed and smooth side 53's, AMT's beaded side, exterior post, moving van and race car hauler, Ertl's Great Dane vans) have rounded front corners. 0:37 With that said, many van trailers are made with 45 degree an...
Clean side/dirty side #shorts
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#shorts Palomino horse spring rains = clean side/dirty side...he definitely prefers to roll on his left side!
2024 Motorcycle Group Build Pt 4 Swingarm
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#2024motorcyclegroupbuild Hosted by @gi_mechanicsscalemodeling and @jamiegsscalemodelgarage3823 Even a simple subassembly, here the swingarm, can provide opportunities to add details - and some "engineering" as well. 0:12 Final drive housing is open on back side, and worth closing in because this is quite visible through spokes on wheel. 0:26 Diameter of final drive housing, 21/32" or 16.67 mm,...
Adding door lock rods to the Moebius Models 53' van trailer kit
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Moebius Models 53' van trailer kit with the swing door option represents a common highway trailer configuration with two lock rods, one per door. 0:22 Van trailers that are expected to see heavier duty service - such as intermodal use like the Conrail Mercury one I am modelling - often have two lock rods per door... 0:45...and there is the in-between option of three lock rods! 0:58 With basic s...
Moebius Models 53' van trailer kit: Improving molded-on door details
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Moebius Models provides roll-up and swing door options in their 53' van trailer kit. If you're building the swing door version, here are a couple ways you can improve the molded-on door details...and a couple other simple modifications that can be made to more closely match a specific 1:1 trailer. 0:24 On my model, which is going to represent a no-frills 48' dry van used in intermodal service, ...
48 from a 53 in 1/25 - backdating the Moebius Models van trailer kit
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"Modeler's ADD" - starting a new project while other projects are still under construction - is something I am often affected with, although in this case I could make the case for it being a continuation of a previous project... 0:15...the Conrail Mercury Mack R600 tractor, to complete the rig. Photo caption says trailer # 229130 is a 48'... 0:28...and elsewhere in the book is another trailer f...
#2024 Motorcycle Group Build: Part 3 - brake rotors
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#2024motorcyclegroupbuild Hosted by @gi_mechanicsscalemodeling and @jamiegsscalemodelgarage3823 0:09 Brake rotors are a pretty simple part, and the kit ones are well detailed...instructions say just detail paint and glue them on! 0:20 Ejector pin marks are a fact of life with any injection molded plastic part. Sometimes they are raised and only need to be sanded smooth but often they are recess...
#2024 Motorcycle Group Build: Part 2 - plug wires and clutch cable
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#2024motorcyclegroupbuild Hosted by @gi_mechanicsscalemodeling and @jamiegsscalemodelgarage3823 0:06 So just what are those holes in each side of the cylinder head for? 0:14 Turns out, those are where "Tubing G" pieces are to be inserted to represent the spark plug wires. 0:24 Box art photo of assembled kit backs this up! 0:38 Real XS-Eleven? Different spark plug wire installation altogether! 0...
#2024 Motorcycle Group Build: Part 1 - basic engine assembly
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#2024 Motorcycle Group Build: Part 1 - basic engine assembly
AMT's 1/25 scale Mack R600 hood - making the kit part even better
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AMT's 1/25 scale Mack R600 hood - making the kit part even better
1/25 scale radiator braces for a Mack R600: Adding the pieces AMT didn't provide!
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1/25 scale radiator braces for a Mack R600: Adding the pieces AMT didn't provide!
1/25 scale Transtar 4300: Air cleaner and intake piping
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1/25 scale Transtar 4300: Air cleaner and intake piping
Improving the mirrors on AMT's "Mack R685ST" - kit parts + some scratch building = greater realism
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Improving the mirrors on AMT's "Mack R685ST" - kit parts some scratch building = greater realism
"Trouble On Wheels" - song by Joey Scarbury
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"Trouble On Wheels" - song by Joey Scarbury
Replace molded-on door handles with separate parts on an AMT Mack R in 1/25 scale
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Replace molded-on door handles with separate parts on an AMT Mack R in 1/25 scale
Make 1/25 scale band clamps for model truck exhaust pipes
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Make 1/25 scale band clamps for model truck exhaust pipes
Scratch build convex spot mirrors for 1/25 scale big rigs - an easy detail to add
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Scratch build convex spot mirrors for 1/25 scale big rigs - an easy detail to add
Drill and pin 1/25 scale truck kit detail parts - easier and cleaner assembly, a "win/win"!
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Drill and pin 1/25 scale truck kit detail parts - easier and cleaner assembly, a "win/win"!
Cab hand rails on AMT's 1/25 scale Mack R685ST: Improving the kit parts
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Cab hand rails on AMT's 1/25 scale Mack R685ST: Improving the kit parts
Adding a cab floor mat to AMT's 1/25 scale Mack R600 kit
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Adding a cab floor mat to AMT's 1/25 scale Mack R600 kit
Detailing the cab vents on AMT's 1/25 scale Mack R600 kit
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Detailing the cab vents on AMT's 1/25 scale Mack R600 kit
1/25 scale truck kit oil filters: An easy way to improve their appearance
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1/25 scale truck kit oil filters: An easy way to improve their appearance
1/25 scale Transtar 4300: Making air brake quick release valves
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1/25 scale Transtar 4300: Making air brake quick release valves
Chains that long will not do there job if the trailer comes off that long. But they will when shortened with twisting the chain to shorten it the chains are rated for 4 times the load rating they are being used for twists will not cause them to fail simple math
Or you just put a few twists in the chain and it shortens them up problem solved
Is your tongue too high. Why is the front axle not spinning part way during backing?
ASMRRRR
Good Treat! Got more???
Some 3 1/2 years ago, I fell off the front of a flatbed trailer and shattered my left leg. In the convalescence, I took up building model cars and trucks to save my sanity. About 3 years ago, I did a 4300, and was highly frustrated with the tires - I agree, rubbing tires are an OOS issue. (I've been trucking 39 years now; 35 of which as a flatbedder.) I've watched several videos of yours on the 4300. I'm currently at home for a sprained knee (gotta quit falling!!) and building another 4300. Going to the store in a bit; going to get some epoxy for the spot mirrors - thanks for that! I'm going to do some detailing on the brake cans, but I'm boing to go flat out - I'm making this into a logging truck. Thanks SO MUCH for this video! I was trying to see how I could use a Moebius wheel kit to get around the problem - but I'd have to do a lot of modifications, including a sleeve on the axle ends, and it just wasn't going well. One comment - I like to use metric on these kits - as a conversion, 1 mm = 1 (real life) inch. You need something 8" long, measure 8 mm, and you'll be within a tiny fraction of accurate. Another, it would help if you would also use fractions - what size is 30 thou, for instance? Great videos!!
I have fond memories of this kit, having built a couple of original issue ones way back and I remember the yellow and black plastic because it was so different from the all-white AMT kits I was used to. Good point regarding the different units of measurement, thank you for mentioning that. When I get back to making some videos again (bit of a "summer break" at the moment) I will try to show the equivalent measurements, sub-titles could work for that to show millimetres, thousandths of an inch and fractions. I often use thousandths of an inch from doing "scale math" by dividing size of the real item by scale being modelled in. Using 8" long as an example on a 1/25 scale model, 8 divided by 25 = .320" or 320 thousandths of an inch. 5/16" is the closest fraction and is almost an exact match since 5 divided by 16 = .312. And that .312 matches up great with your 1 mm which is .314".
An update - I got the tires going. I didn't have 0.030" square rod; I did have 0.040" and 0.020" round rod - pretty much the same thing.. But I still couldn't get any spacing on the Goodyear 11X20s provided. I wound up using the 10X20 Synergy tires from the Moebius "big rig tire set" - wound up working nicely. Thanks again for these videos!
Always a pleasure to watch Your videos Sir! Informative and great for detailing truck builds! Thank You for sharing with Us here on the tube! Take Care, Be Safe, God Bless, Later
There's another bridge just around the corner from there.
Is it on the same railway line? Would be interested in taking a look when in the area next.
@@brsnorthernhorsejourney3579 Yes. About a km to the south just before it crosses County Road 6. It's right next to the highway.
I've got a big plan for a resin cast chopped Pete 359 build - 300" wheelbase day cab (plus 10-12" straight pipes, and some other touches)! I saw this a while ago and am gonna have to use it - also going to watch the scratch mirror video. The trailer is a 40' reefer box - gonna letter it with 5/8" (real size) white letter decals - "PROFESSIONAL FREIGHT RELOCATION ENGINEERS" - truck and trailer are going to be black. I've been a trucker for four decades. Couldn't drive without the fisheyes. In the old cabover days, we also had a large spot mirror (about a half ball, not just a convex!) that we called a "Dolly Parton" that was mounted over the windshield on the right side. Gave GREAT visibility around the front and front passenger corner of the cabover!
Fortunately, these are just models and not trailers on the road. Crash testing (and real-life crashes) shows the importance of underride guard design. czcams.com/video/-VucNLZIsIU/video.html
Great video, very well produced. Thanks again for the valuable tips!
It's the "Little Things" that make a difference! 👍👍👍
Small differences but are needed to date the trailer.
Another GREAT vid 👍👍
Thank you - having the 53' trailer available is a great plus for modellers as it is so much easier to shorten a 53' down compared to extending the 1970's era 40' kits. A planned future project with Moebius' other van trailer, the ribbed side one, is one about 42' long to match refrigerated unit from a National Geographic article on trucking published back in 1974. That article inspired a model of tractor (Pete 352) years ago, a trailer will complete the rig.
Thank you for sharing this very useful tips, i am a lifetime Mack and Brockway fan and scale model builder. My models look a lot better and realistic now👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻🤗🤗😃
Looking good, I have a Harley 1:10 I need to finish.
Nice progress and great added details. The paint is looking Great also. 🤜🤛🐭🏍💨
Where do you get rivet heads?
Tichy Train Group are the ones I use. www.tichytraingroup.com/Shop/tabid/91/c/ho_nbw--rivets/Default.aspx There is a range of sizes from .020" up to .080", most of the time I use ones from .025" up to .060".
Great work on the wheels. I Subbed you for more videos. My bike is 99% done. Video coming soon. 🏭🐀
Thank you - I'll have to get my bike project into a higher gear! Oct seems a long way off however it will be here sooner than we think...
Next time we’ll have to put some music to the walk! It was nice to hear the birds though.
Great lookn wheels
Thank you! Molded in detail is well done on these kits, wasn't sure of best way to do the silver raised edges, then remembered seeing use of Sharpie markers referenced somewhere (online or in a magazine article possibly). Quite pleased with how well the Sharpie worked.
Thanks for all the wonderful info!
Such incredible detail, as always. I really appreciate your detailed explanations of everything you do. It all gets filed away for possible future reference.
Robert, These details really change the trailer's look! The brass adds some weight to the overall model. Which is not a bad thing. The corners are now, much stronger.
Great video thanks robert
WOW, Great video Rpbert! Coming together great!
Great vid 👍👍
Excellent tutorial . Great use of household tools that the average person might own. Keep the videos coming PLEASE. :)
Thank you, working on getting back "into" making some more videos. Been slow with content creation mainly due to busier than usual with non-hobby activities following recent job change. Was at Spring Thaw model car & truck show this past weekend (Chadwicks, NY just south of Utica) which always helps recharge the scale modelling batteries!
@@brsnorthernhorsejourney3579 Something to consider for your brake press, instead of a razor blade try a utility snap off blade like 'Olfa'. It is much longer . Just a thought. Mostly I am learning from you haha. ;)
@@navyf4s Great suggestion - an Olfa blade would definitely be long enough to span full length of piece for that bend. Thank you for mentioning that.
Never thought of using brass sheet for the corners. I'm eventually going to be building the trailers for Knight Rider and Smokey and the Bandit and they have these angled corners.
There was admittedly some "Goldilocks and the Three bears" involved: .016" sheet aluminum was too thick, .010" styrene strip was still a bit thick and would be hard to bend properly (separate strips could be used however that would leave two gaps still to be filled), .005" styrene is on the delicate side for solvent cement...shim brass .003" thickness was "just right'!
@@brsnorthernhorsejourney3579Superglue holds it good I guess.
@@crushingvanessa3277 It does work well, I use the medium viscosity gap filling type. Applied to 3/16" wide corner strip it has a lot of gluing surface, and doesn't creep out along edges of the brass cover piece.
Keretex hoof hardener works great! Durasole is another product we incorporate into our hoof care regimen. 👍🏻
How is durasole used? New OTTB owner - hoping to make hooves healthy & strong enough to remove shoes.
Beautiful horse.
Thank you for this video. It helped me with my concerns.
You're welcome! Happy to share what we have learned over the years - sometimes from others, sometimes from reading, and sometimes the "hard way"!
A Detroit and straight pipes, yup you’ll hear that screaming from miles away.
Especially on some of those west coast downgrades!
Incredible work! What are you using for the exhaust heat shield?
Thank you - heat shield made from Plano Model products #203, listed as "Morton - Round Pattern .008 Stainless Steel". www.planomodelproducts.com/203.html Rolled into a cylinder slightly smaller than stack diameter (brass or styrene tube works fine as a form to create the cylinder) it will "snap" into place requiring minimal use of glue to attach.
Awesome! I’m about to start an Australian R series and will use your techniques.
Curious how at 6:20 you are talking about the pre-73 cab (which I really appreciate the detail you put into it!), but then you talk about the four-bolt hinges, suggesting it may be aftermarket. Look again, there are seven bolts on each side there! ;-) Not trying to throw shade; simply hoping to clarify some potential ambiguity. Love your work, and I'm fixing to use ALL of your tips on my next (first) semi build, despite it being a White Western Star. Your videos have pointed out what to look for and how to fix it. Thank you!
Lookn good robert
It coming along good thank u for sharing keep on building
😂 Hieroglyphics 😅. Fact!
Brake and accelerator pedals supplied with our kits, stop my enthusiasm dead in its tracks. I have just used small straps of metal leftovers found under neath my shear....but your vid has got me thinking....real rubber pedals. I'm going to poke around in my daily life and try to come up with something interesting for my builds. Thanks for posting this vid.
Very informative. This gives me the information I need to convert the twin chambered wedge brakes on my AMT Ford C900 refuse truck over to more modern s cam brakes
Great info and video thanks
Good day Robert, There are always some good tips to be found in your how to's. The more I watch the more I learn about the small nuances and details of trucks; might even get me to have a go at building one myself. Thank you for sharing cheers, Graham
Great work. Keep modeling.
Nice extra touch and well done video.
Fantastic details Robert!
Similar to what I did before, just yours has a bit more details added.
The doors look great, Thank you for the how-to video. Im curious, what is your reasoning when you choose brass over aluminum and vice-versa? Does it matter what type of primer to use when painting them i.e. lacquer, enamel, acrylic?
For painting, I have used all three types of primer with no issues on brass and aluminum. Lacquer or enamel will likely adhere better to a large metal surface however the brass and aluminum parts on my models are typically smaller details with the majority of model being plastic. Decision to use brass or aluminum is made based on a few factors: If soldering is involved, use of brass is required. For ease of cutting and drilling, aluminum is preferred. (Brass can be cut and drilled with hand tools, it is just easier with aluminum.) Aluminum is great for any item that will be a polished or chrome finish. Truck exhaust stacks and hydraulic cylinder rams are two common applications. With a bit of Nevr-Dull or Autosol, aluminum tube can easily be given a chrome like shine.
Ty sir.
Thank u for sharing keep on building great detail
Thank u for sharing great detail keep on modeling