Kenworth K-123 Cabover 1:25 Scale AMT#687 -Model Kit Build & Review. Copyright 2019 Right On Replicas, LLC. All rights reserved. Build and photos by Alan Mann for RoR.
Got this kit for my 10th birthday in 1975, along with the AMT Fruehauf Watkins trailer kit. My master model builder older brother took about 6 months to build them in his spare time. They sat on my dresser until I got married in 1987.
Great job building the truck. I've built many of amt's model back in the 80's. I do miss it and trying to get back into it. For now I'll watch you guys build them.
I just bought this kit, and found your build video. Now im hooked on your channel, and have been watching your channel. Thank you Doug your videos keep thinking about building while im getting chemo. Keep building.
In orange it reminds me of the International Transtar II I'm working on in Schneider Transport colors. (With the numbers my Dad's truck had when he drove for them. Normally I build planes but the International and the K100 Aerodyne (yes, in the red Salem scheme with the BJ and the Bear decals!) have been fun and I will be building more. (I have the 350 Pay Hauler coming from Amazon!) Listening to your reviews takes me back to my youth. My friends and I would sit around playing D&D on Sunday afternoons while listening to the previous weeks Dr. Demento show that we would record. (Funny enough, we never did play a single game as we would end up just goofing off and singing.) I think you could nail a Dr. Demento impression without too much work! Keep the great reviews coming!
Thanks JP, It's been told that I'm a little over the top when it comes to modelling so maybe your right. But I might just be the lunatic you're lookin' for so that's my story and I'm stickin' with it. Thanks for sharing! -Doug
Thx so much for the kit review! I just brought this kit home today from Hobby Lobby- can't wait to start construction! I just finished the Revell Peterbilt 359 conventional, the similar kit to this. I had wheel issues similar to what you experienced, as well as minor fit issues with the hood meeting the cab- chalk it up to an older mold I guess- still, a stunning kit! Keep the great kits coming!
The engine looked really nice. You can tell that the mold mating surfaces were reworked as the small tubular parts looked to have gotten even smaller. Good job overall:-) looks as if the doors could have been opened if you wanted. The duels fit together nice and tight without that wobbly looking gap that most models seem to suffer from. I liked the truck and thought the color fit great. Another fine model Mr Doug! :-)
99% of what comes from Round2 (ie AMT, MPC, ect) is exactly that.....old reboxed kits. One particular one to be careful of is the "Country Charger" kit.....its just a rebox of the AMT/MPC General Lee kit.......the worst kit known to man
We'll probably see more and more of that type thing or less and less considering Revell went insolvent and released it's molds to Revell Germany and Hobbico USA. This link is the entire "unfortunate" American modeling story! en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Revell#The_Kustom_1960s
Got this kit and matching orange trailer kits in my stash. Bought some chains and air brake lines too. Hint on the 5th wheel, use some KY and let it dry then use some flat black to make it worn . You can just glue the chains anywhere back back up near the cab. Can even remember where I got the chains and brake lines but they are to scale and correct colors.
Very nice video and great how-to. started this year again with the hobby and bought a stash of 38 trucks/trailers :D there are some very nice vintage trucks (AMT, ETRL and Matchbox) with it that I don't dare to touch yet. I'm learning to airbrush and doing that with some more common kits that I don't mind to screw up :P This is a great channel for me to see how to build them. Thanks for taking the time for making these kind of videos and help others with this great hobby :)
Nice review! I am excited to get to this kit I got it Christmas 2019, its in my hopper to eventually get to. I am going with Oliver green with flat gray and flat black designs, finishing off with a high gloss topcoat. The frame will be Massey Harris red, have not figured out if I want to make an attempt to stretch the frame or not.
CT, That sounds like a great color combination and a neat project. Have fun and thanks! PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers. -Doug
Another old kit that I like Doug I plan on getting this kit with the matching trailer the one kit I am looking for is the ertl international harvester transtar eagle 2 that's one of my favorites from the old kits it builds up nicely I had it when it first came out now I am looking for one I wish they would do more in the way of 1/16 scale tractor trailers tho especially some cabovers With regard Dennis Bisconti
@@RightOnReplicas Always enjoy your videos Doug! My own Freightliner is hold right now tying to figure out the best way, to turn those double headlights into to singles for a CF rig.... Getting the cab smooth as well is a pain in the tailpipe, it'll be calling to put on some rivet decals when done....
All, No. Level 5 was a Revell of Germany skill desiganation that Revell USA didn't adopt until around 2016. PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers. -Doug
The image of the engine side at 4:24 shows double oil filters glued to the upper side, they do NOT go there they go on the lower side of the engine block, get it right!! I should know I've built several of the AMT big rig tractors.
That build was near perfect to a real Kenworth. I see one real mistake the handle on the driver's side you called grab handles on the top is too far back it goes over the door for the driver to use.
Can I get your email I believe we had chit chatted a while back I finally got some pictures of my collection I'm trying to sell my 1/25 scale tractors and trailer Met in the Box I'd like to get those pictures to you now
Built this kit when it was new. That means I’ve been around for awhile also. Good job Doug.
Chris, You're only as old as your next build! -Doug
I did to back in the early 70s mine had torsion bars
I think this might be the only amt semi truck I haven't built. I need to fix that.
Well done truck model build,
I really like these cabover truck's.
John, Glad you like them! Thanks for watching and please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers! -Doug
Got this kit for my 10th birthday in 1975, along with the AMT Fruehauf Watkins trailer kit. My master model builder older brother took about 6 months to build them in his spare time. They sat on my dresser until I got married in 1987.
M&H, Nice memory - that's a great part of the modeling experience! -Doug
Great job building the truck. I've built many of amt's model back in the 80's. I do miss it and trying to get back into it. For now I'll watch you guys build them.
NG, Glad to have you on board! -Doug
I use a furniture repair marker for the wood grain dash, it looks very realistic, thanks and happy modeling
Deb, Thanks for the tip! PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers. -Doug
I just bought this kit, and found your build video. Now im hooked on your channel, and have been watching your channel. Thank you Doug your videos keep thinking about building while im getting chemo. Keep building.
Dang Tim, thanks for stopping by. Enjoy the vids and good luck with your recovery! -Doug
In orange it reminds me of the International Transtar II I'm working on in Schneider Transport colors. (With the numbers my Dad's truck had when he drove for them. Normally I build planes but the International and the K100 Aerodyne (yes, in the red Salem scheme with the BJ and the Bear decals!) have been fun and I will be building more. (I have the 350 Pay Hauler coming from Amazon!)
Listening to your reviews takes me back to my youth. My friends and I would sit around playing D&D on Sunday afternoons while listening to the previous weeks Dr. Demento show that we would record. (Funny enough, we never did play a single game as we would end up just goofing off and singing.) I think you could nail a Dr. Demento impression without too much work! Keep the great reviews coming!
Thanks JP, It's been told that I'm a little over the top when it comes to modelling so maybe your right. But I might just be the lunatic you're lookin' for so that's my story and I'm stickin' with it. Thanks for sharing! -Doug
Great job guys. Thanks for sharing Doug.
Thanks Chaz! -Doug
Thx so much for the kit review! I just brought this kit home today from Hobby Lobby- can't wait to start construction! I just finished the Revell Peterbilt 359 conventional, the similar kit to this. I had wheel issues similar to what you experienced, as well as minor fit issues with the hood meeting the cab- chalk it up to an older mold I guess- still, a stunning kit! Keep the great kits coming!
EH, Keep up the good work and have fun. PS - Please subscribe if you haven't already so that you don't miss a thing! -Doug
Awesome! Review & Build love the orange
Thanks CP! -Doug
The engine looked really nice. You can tell that the mold mating surfaces were reworked as the small tubular parts looked to have gotten even smaller. Good job overall:-) looks as if the doors could have been opened if you wanted. The duels fit together nice and tight without that wobbly looking gap that most models seem to suffer from. I liked the truck and thought the color fit great. Another fine model Mr Doug! :-)
Thank you IW, I appreciate the comments! -Doug
built this truck twice, I really like it.
WJ, It's a cool kit. Thanks for sharing! PS, please help us reach more modelers by subscribing if you haven't done so already. -Doug
i love the way some of these companies put the same old kits in new boxes and call them new kits
AMT is NOTORIOUS FOR THAT !!
99% of what comes from Round2 (ie AMT, MPC, ect) is exactly that.....old reboxed kits. One particular one to be careful of is the "Country Charger" kit.....its just a rebox of the AMT/MPC General Lee kit.......the worst kit known to man
@@thefalloutshelter7799 that is why i have gotten away from car models for a while and i do only cars from the 20's 30's 40's and 50's
We'll probably see more and more of that type thing or less and less considering Revell went insolvent and released it's molds to Revell Germany and Hobbico USA. This link is the entire "unfortunate" American modeling story! en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Revell#The_Kustom_1960s
IW, Let's hope for the best! -Doug
Nice looking build, well done!
Thanks Bill! -Doug
Got this kit and matching orange trailer kits in my stash. Bought some chains and air brake lines too. Hint on the 5th wheel, use some KY and let it dry then use some flat black to make it worn . You can just glue the chains anywhere back back up near the cab. Can even remember where I got the chains and brake lines but they are to scale and correct colors.
Jer sounds like a fun project! -Doug
Very nice video and great how-to. started this year again with the hobby and bought a stash of 38 trucks/trailers :D there are some very nice vintage trucks (AMT, ETRL and Matchbox) with it that I don't dare to touch yet. I'm learning to airbrush and doing that with some more common kits that I don't mind to screw up :P
This is a great channel for me to see how to build them.
Thanks for taking the time for making these kind of videos and help others with this great hobby :)
RCM, Thanks for the kind words. It's a labor of love! -Doug
Good work on a "painful" kit!
I'll like to see more of the European trucks from Revell or maybe from Italeri. KUTGW!
PM, thanks for the suggestions! -Doug
Yes very very good work I drive it from Ohio to Texas with no problem thank you very very much is a nice model.
Way cool SP! -Doug
Lindo,lindo,lindo muito legal Doug parabéns.
Obrigado Alfredo, estou feliz que você gostou desse! -Doug
Looking good
Thanks Dooz! -Doug
I just found this video. I got mine painted before I started gluing together. I am making mine mostly black.too resemble powder coating
Thanks for sharing and if you like what you see please subscribe if you haven't already to help us inspire more modelers! -Doug
I did my dash in black also
Only problem I have is putting the fuel and brake pedal in
Mine did not come with the decals
Good job
JO, Thanks man! -Doug
Very good
Thanks Victor! PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers. -Doug
Nice review! I am excited to get to this kit I got it Christmas 2019, its in my hopper to eventually get to. I am going with Oliver green with flat gray and flat black designs, finishing off with a high gloss topcoat. The frame will be Massey Harris red, have not figured out if I want to make an attempt to stretch the frame or not.
CT, That sounds like a great color combination and a neat project. Have fun and thanks! PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers. -Doug
Another old kit that I like Doug I plan on getting this kit with the matching trailer the one kit I am looking for is the ertl international harvester transtar eagle 2 that's one of my favorites from the old kits it builds up nicely I had it when it first came out now I am looking for one I wish they would do more in the way of 1/16 scale tractor trailers tho especially some cabovers
With regard
Dennis Bisconti
DB, I hear ya. Those 1:16 kits areawesome! -Doug
A friends dad ran on on the SF-LA run in the 70s-90's beautiful black n blue one in Vierra Trucking colors
D - I bet that was a real beauty! -Doug
I found this model kit at a Hobby store just north of Indianapolis
Todd, Nice score! -Doug
Doug over at RoR. Building the best vintage stuff.
Thanks GM, That's nice 'a ya! -Remember, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers. -Doug
He's alive, he is aaaalllliiiiive!!
....or have I just missed a video or two? 🤨🤔😉😆😂
I hope that all is well at your end buddy! 🤜🏻🤛🏻
DC, We're glad you're excited to watch our reviews! -Doug
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Always enjoy your videos Doug!
My own Freightliner is hold right now tying to figure out the best way, to turn those double headlights into to singles for a CF rig....
Getting the cab smooth as well is a pain in the tailpipe, it'll be calling to put on some rivet decals when done....
DC, Ooh, that is going to need some patient surgery! -Doug
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Yip Doug....and that scares the bejeezus out of me! 😳😲🤪😵😅
DC, Don't be afraid a no ghosts! -Doug
Built this kit!!!
Gary, It's a fun kit to build! PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers. -Doug
This was my first semi back in 1977
DC, Model or real 1:1? -Doug
a model
I just got this truck to day to build
JH, Have fun! PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers. -Doug
These level 3's from that era are tough! Were there any Level 5's back then, and were they even possible to build?
All,
No. Level 5 was a Revell of Germany skill desiganation that Revell USA didn't adopt until around 2016. PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers. -Doug
Are you using spray paint I'm currently starting to build this one I got the motor and transmission started
TK, Yes, spray paint looks better on large parts! -Doug
Amt isn't what it used to be... Got a question, any problems with radiator mounting ? Seems a little close to cab pivots
Ryan, Not too bad but test fitting and a sand stick helps! -Doug
Show it connected to the 3-Axle Gravel Trailer.
Sorry, Dane, gave that away a long time ago! -Doug
What color orange is that and who is it made by
TC, I think that was Tamiya TS-31 Bright Orange! -Doug
The image of the engine side at 4:24 shows double oil filters glued to the upper side, they do NOT go there they go on the lower side of the engine block, get it right!! I should know I've built several of the AMT big rig tractors.
DD, Thanks for the info! PS, please help us reach more modelers by subscribing if you haven't done so already. -Doug
My uncle is getting knobs for his kitchen and I am helping him way more fun then getting yelled at for no reason
Sttg, Sounds like things are getting better, -Doug
I’m helping my uncle install a garage door opener
SttG, Learn as much as you can! -Doug
That build was near perfect to a real Kenworth. I see one real mistake the handle on the driver's side you called grab handles on the top is too far back it goes over the door for the driver to use.
RTT, Gee, thanks for pointing that out. I guess it'll only get the silver medal! -Doug
Can I get your email I believe we had chit chatted a while back I finally got some pictures of my collection I'm trying to sell my 1/25 scale tractors and trailer Met in the Box I'd like to get those pictures to you now
Richard. My email is righton@rightonreplicas.com but I'm not really buying kits right now. -Doug