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Well, I finally finished the first attempt at a wooden truck build.
I didn't have time last weekend to work on it.
Made this for my companies owner for the businesses 90th anniversary.
It think it turned out pretty cool.
A few mistakes were made, but isn't that what this is all about, learning as you go.
Next time i am going to try and make my own wheels.

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LOVE the detail. I can tell you really took your time and put your heart into it. It turned out fabulous.
 

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your boss is going to be plenty happy - great job and fine detail
 

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this truck is simply beautiful has so many wonderful details GREAT JOB :<))))))))))
 

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That is one gorgeous truck Tim, so much detail with beautiful timber contrasts…well done!
 

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Must agree with you TW... did turn out cool!

Briliamt model… love the inside and you've chosen a great mix of timbers… Being a first build makes it just that much more impressive.
..... A few mistakes were made,...
- TWagner
The only mistake I can see is your lay back seat…gallery picture 5…
 

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note the previous post on this project, made of pallet wood!
Makes it even better!
 

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A very impressive build Tim, and not just because it's your first. The cab interior is really cool too.
 

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Excellent build super detail and finish top of the line all the way, Congratulations.
 

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I like the contrasting woods you used. Great job for a first build!
 

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Thank you guys.
I appreciate all the nice feedback.
Tim
 

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A beautiful model!
 

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I would never have guessed that was number one! Magnificent job! I am sure your companies owner will display it proudly…thanks for showing
 

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Very cool. There is a full scale model of a Ford Truck in a nearby museum. Something for you to aspire to…. lol
 

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that is one of the nicest most detailed wood models ive ssen here,and their are some pretty nice ones too.for a first id say youve got a good model building future ahead.beautiful craftsmanship.
 

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Thanks Pottz.
It was a fun build.
I made it all from pallet wood except the tires and headlights.
Now I'm trying to figure out what to build next.

Tim
 

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...looks more like 30 years of experince!
 

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Thanks, Ivan.
Sorry, this is my first.
Only been doing woodworking for less than 1 year now.
Definitely need to buy some better tools than I have right now.
I guess from all the nice comments I'll get better as I go along.

Tim
 

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..... Definitely need to buy some better tools than I have right now.
-Tim Wagner
TW, as a first build it is/was brilliant and as you fessed up to mediocre tools it earns you mega brownie points.

If I may pass on some mediocre advice, that may be frowned on by many… don't compromise on tools. While any tool will work magic in the hands of a professional… better tools help bridge the gap between us amateurs and the seasoned professionals. If you read through a lot of the blogs (and I haven read that many - hate reading) far too many include the statement " if only I bought"... Put a realistic value on your time (time left on this earth) and you'll quickly realise that some extravagances can be justified.
 

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Little Black Duck,
Thanks for commenting.
I for sure need a dust collector of some sort as my shop vac is very noisy and clogs fast.
I would like to get a band saw, no idea what to buy.
I have a tiny drill press that my uncle gave me when he was alive but it is tiny for like a machinist or something.
It can only make very small things which worked out for me on this truck build.
I would also like to get a router table for my router, or just build one. Have to figure out how to do that.
Also, my Craftsman table saw from the 1980's works ok but it is super noisy.
I have that on a bench I built, but the motor stalls on it if I run it too long.
So yeah, I got a lot of tools to get but like everyone else, not enough money in the budget.
I'm thinking about a new Dewalt table saw that is on sale on Amazon right now. DW745 Ithink it is.
It looks pretty nice.
Just don't know where to start.
 
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