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Thank you for all the kind words everyone! Hopefully the bodywork is almost as good as the front.

Most of the chassis is done. Now doing trial and error. With 2 XL motors, I keep breaking the 12 tooth bevel gears. I'm going to try changing the gear ratio from 1:2 to 1:3 and see if that helps. Here are a couple pictures of the progress: Let me know what you think. It has the 2wd high and 4wd low, but the 2wd high is where I'm breaking the gear, so might just have all time 4wd low.

Making some progress. I built the rear axle, and the front grill and bumper are done. However, I'm having issues trying to make a front independent suspension with a differential and steering. I'm using the parts from 42029. Just found Lucio's White 4x4 and thinking of building his front axle and try it out.

Hello fellow builders! I am starting a project that I have never done before, and I need your help getting started. The project is a Chevy Silverado as it says in the title. Key features are: Remote control functions. 4x4, steering Possible Hi/Low transfer case For looks, I want it to look like a Technic version of the truck, so that when people see it, they think Chevy. I don't have the skills to make it look "Model Team" I plan to use 42000 wheels. In 1:10 scale, it will measure 70 studs long, 25 studs wide, 23 studs tall. Sariel's Model Scaler is a big help! So, I have the features layed out, the appearance I'm going for. But at this scale, I don't know where to start building. Body first? Chassis? I'll show progress pics as I go. Here is a picture of the real truck:

Even though I'm a Chevy guy, I would love to have the instructions for the Ford symbol.

From looking at the results, I think I'm better off taking on the challenge to build something within the limits of the competition, but to keep it to myself. My ranking keeps getting lower each contest, so I don't want to feel disappointed. Congrats to the winners.

It may be the orientation of the wheel on the axle. The axle is 4 points, the gear/gray spindle is 6 points. Take it off the axle, rotate it 90 degrees, then re install.

Speaking of voting, what are the voting rules for those that have entered the competition?

8. Mead's Towing Discussion Topic: http://www.eurobrick...howtopic=103624 Features: 2 IR receivers 3 m motors, 1 xl motor 1st m motor - switches between 1st set and 2nd set of functions 2nd m motor - 1st Steering, 2nd Winch 3rd m motor - 1st Stabilzers, 2nd Boom extension xl motor - 1st Drive both set of rear axles and v8 motor, 2nd Boom raise/lower Automatic vehicle lift when Boom is fully lowered Tilt Cab Final pictures: And video: Enjoy!

Got the video to work in above post. Thanks!

Thanks for the kind words and inserting the video. I'm trying to learn how so I can make my entry post.

Final pictures: And video: Enjoy!

I used microsoft paint. I did learn the hard way to print on white backed labels instead of clear labels. I thought using the clear would be perfect so that I only needed to print the letters and it would blend in. The clear looks like scotch tape on the plastic, and the ink was see-through, making the colors dark on the black.

Stickers!!! I made some custom stickers to go along with the Tow Truck. My last name is Mead, so I decided to make Mead's Towing and Recovery. Also made some yellow stripes to complete the stripe around the truck. Also added a New York L\license plate. Other minor details changed is the truck lift. Lego trucks sit so low, it's hard to make a lift that will go underneath on it's own, yet strong enough to lift the truck. Also, changed the rear lights, and added spot lights. Now to make another video. Let me know what you think!! Glenn

Wondering if anyone can help me out. I have the s brick attached to the 8275 bulldozer. I downloaded Fernandos 8275 profile. I got the front blade and ripper working. Also can go forward and backward. However, it will not steer. Any ideas? Thanks!

Erik, I made a few changes as you suggested: Thanks again! Glenn

I feel I have to chime in here. LeocornoProductions, thank you for defending me, but I do not feel that Erik was degrading my moc, but to suggest upgrades to improve the looks of the model. Erik, thank you for your constructive criticism. I will take your ideas into consideration to make the model look better. I do have time to improve it, and will update the pictures as I go. Thank you for your comments. Glenn

The US uses both types. This is the truck I based mine on: This is the type most wreckers have: Thank you for the compliment. I don't always get to build, but when I do, I'm determined to finish before walking away. I have about 25 hours working on this project. Glenn

Final touches done. Exhaust pipes. Visor shortened from 3 high to 2 high. Clearance and marker lights added. Boom changed from black to yellow. And, I made a video! Please don't make fun of my driving skills, I'm still perfecting it.

I plan to make a video when I am finished. I plan to take 1 more day going over it before then. Thank you for the compliment!

TheItalianBrick - Thank you for your idea. As fas as performance goes, the boom works the way I want it to. More pictures. I believe I'm 95% done with this project. Just need to work on looks. It's one of my downfalls with Lego.

I wanted to start a topic on my entry for the competition. 2 Receivers 4 Motors 7 Functions 1 M Motor switches between the 1st and 2nd functions for the other 3 motors. M Motor 2 - Steering, Winch M Motor 3 - Stabilizers, Boom Extension XL Motor - Drive, Boom Raise/Lower 7th function is an automatic vehicle lift using a Lego rubber band. A couple teasers of work in progress: Functions are working good so far, but I'm dreading the appearance.

I got an email today that its in the mail. Hopefully it wont take too long to come to the states.

Don't forget the rare red #3 connectors. If I remember right there are 10 of them. Nice review of a great moc!

I moved the front axle and front mudguards 2 studs lower to match the back. Looks much better.