Great Big Truck Model
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ต.ค. 2024
- Many of you followed along with the Channel's facebook album where I shared with you step by step, the amazing toy dump truck build designed by S.G. DeVries and showcased in his book The Great Big Truck. As promised, on this week's show, I take a little time to show off this toy and demonstrate it's many features and it's incredible design.
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If you are interested in obtaining the instructional book on how to make this amazing toy, you can get S.G. DeVries book from Amazon, at the following link. You won't be disappointed.
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What a great show! Thanks so much for building one of my designs! And I must say, even though I designed the truck and wrote the book, your level of craftsmanship exceeds mine by quite a ways and you have really done justice to the model. I like that you pointed out where you did things differently from the original design - this highlights that as long as functionality isn’t compromised, you can always alter details to suit your own preferences. Ironically, when I designed model and wrote the book, I didn’t own a scroll saw so needed to use a bandsaw, then sand to shape. Now that I do own a scroll saw, I would also choose to use it over the bandsaw for many of the parts. This video really makes me want to build this truck again.
As a side note, it took about 18 months to design, build, and write the book. Probably about 1500-2000 hours. Lots of trial and error, mistakes, redesigns, and a whole graveyard of rejected or replaced parts. But the end product was worth it. Take care, Kenny!
I’m more and more thinking to buy your book. I just have no time for it lately. And few other projects started and not finished since December last year. You did excellent job on it. I’m subscribed to your channel too.
Your design and engineering in this build is out of this world!!!!! Way way way too advanced for my skill level, but my goodness I appreciate seeing these intricate and unique designs. Your skill as a designer and a builder is incredible, checking out your channel next
Thanks for the kind words on the show and on the project Steve. I truly appreciate it. I thoroughly enjoyed constructing this model and adding my own little touches here and there and I hope that this show will bring some extra attention and sales to your book which it deserves. It's a well written and well done instructional and I'm sure that many of the viewers of my channel would enjoy making their own versions of this. Thanks again for all you do. I look forward to making other creations of your design. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
Don't just think about it Marcelo, do it!!! I bought the book with the intention of making the model "down the road" and each night I would pick up the book and browse through the pages to see what I was getting myself into. The more I browsed, the more I got excited about making the truck and it wasn't long before I was putting the filming portion of the show on hold to make my own Great Big Truck. You won't regret it. It's a load of fun. Thanks for tuning in to this week's show.
Don't sell yourself short on this one Randy. While I will agree that this is an advanced project, it is nothing that can't be done with a little patience and extra thought. Heck, even if you make a piece of the truck each day, you would still be honing the skill you seek as you go. Honestly, give it a try. I think you will surprise yourself. Thanks for tuning in.
Awesome build thank you for sharing and for showing respect to the original designer S G DeVries.
Glad that you liked it Newton. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
This is not a toy, this is art!!!
That's very kind of you to say. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
Without a doubt that truck is a challenge to build. Wonderful job. Stunning.
It was very challenging Rafael but at the same time, it was also very rewarding to construct. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
What a great project, the designer did a wonderful job detailing the book from what I can see, I agree with Ken about gears, you have to spend time sanding and shaping, I should know I made a Grandfather clock back in 1983 and the clock mechanism are all cut from black cherry (I mean every gear) it took me 1 year from start to finish for this Eli Terry clock, Ken you did a wonderful job on this Big Truck let's all face it We are all kids at heart and I wouldn't give it up LOL great show and tell Ken👍👌
I'm glad that you enjoyed the show this week Alan. I'd love to see that clock some day. If you ever feel so inclined as to send a few pictures of it, I would love that. Thanks for the kind words on the show and the project. It's truly appreciated. Stay safe sir.
The thought process that went into this and the patience and skill involved in actually building it are outstanding!
It sometimes boggles my mind Richard, the amount of time and effort it took me to make it. I can't even begin to fathom how much time and effort it must have taken for Steven DeVries to design and make the first prototype of this model. It truly is a piece of art. Thanks for tuning in to the show sir. I really appreciate it .
Hi Kenny, What a great build, and wonderful book. Wow I’m lost for words, brilliant.
Glad that you liked it Philip. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
Wow!! Best toy truck I have seen! A lot of detail. It would have taken me 6 months.....if I even finnished it. Great.
Glad that you liked it Ken. Thanks for tuning in to the show and if you ever get feel the need for a challenge, you should give this model a try. Just a ton of fun.
Will we be hearing the play noises in the blooper video: " Voom, Voom."...
Love it, being a kid again!🤣😂
I don't consider me making "play noises" a blooper. That's just me being me. LOL. Thanks for tuning in to the show Jeff.
Hi Ken, all I can think to say is WOW! Stay safe.
I hope that means that you like it Earl. Thanks for tuning in to the show. It's very much appreciated.
@@acutabove_woodworkings I sure do Ken. I’m 61 years old and would love to play with that truck!
@@earlbishop2314 It is a pretty cool design.
Absolut fantastic. That's the most amazing wooden truck I have ever seen. Well done!!
Glad that you liked it. Thanks for tuning in and for taking the time to leave the kind words. It's very much appreciated.
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO
You're very welcome. Thanks of tuning in.
I really enjoy making wooden trucks & equipment, thank you for sharing this great model project, Kenny🤠
You're very welcome Randy. I'm glad that you like it. Thanks for tuning in and for taking the time to leave a comment. Don't forget to send along some pictures of your work to the channel's email address or facebook page. I'd love to see your latest works.
No question this model is in your wheelhouse! Extraordinarily design and your talent in execution. Also a feather in your cap of Mr. DeVries comments to your build. Definitely see this as an "inside" play truck. Sand and this truck would not play well together. And to be honest, I would have been frozen to the screen each week if you did a video series of this.
I would agree with you that this toy is an inside toy. I thought it was pretty nice of Steve DeVries to drop in to the show and leave his comment. It really says something about his character. He's just an everyday guy like you and me. The difference is....HE DESIGNS WICKED WOODEN MODELS!!!!!! LOL. Thanks for tuning in to the show Dwight and for taking the time to leave the kind words. I truly appreciate you dedication to the show.
Way beyond my skill. love it.
Don't sell yourself short Don. Sometimes we have more skill than our brain will allow us to admit. If a hack like me can do this, so can you. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
Fantastic. I'll never take the time to build it. But what a wonderful design and build.
I hope one day you do decide to make one of these Doug. I get the feeling you would just have a great time doing it. Thanks for the kind words and for tuning in to the show.
@@acutabove_woodworkings I hope what ever kid gets to play with yours, gets to appreciate it. A real thing. And I hope imagination sparks in the kid. Legos did it for me as a kid. My job title is mechanical engineer. But I am a designer, and love it.
Kenny, you really do a good service by the way of your channel.
@@dougprentice1363 Lego was my goto toy as a child as well. I couldn't get enough of it and I still love it as an adult. Thanks for the kind words on the channel Doug. I put a lot of time and effort into the show and it's nice to hear that it is appreciated.
This build is incredible!!!!! Thank you for sharing, your skill just drops my jaw.
I appreciate the kind words Randy. Thanks for tuning in to the show this week. I'm glad that you enjoyed the build.
You are awesome and inspire me!
I'm glad that I can be an inspiration to someone Bob. Normally, I'm the example of what NOT to do. LOL. Thanks for tuning in and for taking the time to leave the kind words.
Kenny this thing just blows my mind,one day I may challenge myself with something like this. Awesome build!
I hope you do challenge yourself with this one Rod. It can be frustrating at times, but the feeling of pride and satisfaction when you actually get it built, is beyond description. Thanks for tuning in to the show and for taking the time to leave the kind words.
WOW! What a model and a great show! You are the KING of model building, your changes made a nice touch. I'm glad I got a chance to tune in. I've been building Alice (my side X side Ranger) a new home. I'm a one-man crew lol. I needed a break to see what you were making and I wasn't disappointed. I just bought some 1x12's today to build a bookcase for our grand-daughter. The price almost made me cry lol. But I'm still trying to tune in. Can't wait to see what is next on your list. Take care!
Glad to hear that you weren't disappointed in today's show Michael. This model was a load of fun to make and I'm glad that you appreciated the efforts. As for the bookcase for your granddaughter, you might have gotten off a little cheaper if you made it from rough cut diamonds. It might be cheaper than lumber at this stage of the game. LOL. Thanks for tuning in and for the kind words on the show. It's very much appreciated.
That's one great truck project and would be so much fun to make.
I went and looked at the book and found he has other plans that would also be a joy to make.
His Bob Cat looks like a real fun and a little easier build if any one is wanting to try one of his project but don't feel ready for the big truck, but be sure to really check it out for sure. lol
Again great work and video.
I need to check out your face book page.
I too intend to make some of his other projects Bruce. The books are well written and a lot of fun. The projects are out of this world. Thanks for tuning in to the show and if you do decide to try one for yourself, good luck on your build.
That’s the show I was waiting for!!! I’m at work now, but for sure I will watch it in the evening. Thanks Kenny. For now just 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Well I hope you enjoy it Marcelo. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the show.
@@acutabove_woodworkings Just finished watching it. Also reading your replies to other comments. Awesome job my friend!!! 200 hours IMO is really not bad time. Also time wise for a hobby, it is little harder for me, as I am a cabinet maker by trade. After work I just dont feel like doing more cutting anymore. LOL Thanks again for this video
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BTW You should check this channel Kenny. I would like to build something similar.
th-cam.com/video/goQIoBzp4pU/w-d-xo.html
@@marcelo403polo2 I too would love to make something like that. It's pretty darn awesome. Glad that you liked the show sir.
@@acutabove_woodworkings Yeah, his transmission, clutch. engine and even supercharger are awesome
@@marcelo403polo2 A very smart young man.
Hi Kenny, what an amazing model, when you said about the headlights I was half expecting them to light up. The detail on this goes far beyond a toy, it is more like an incredible working model, and I am not even half way through your description so I can hardly wait to see what other tip bits you have here. I don't know if I will be able to join you next week or for several weeks as I will be up to my elbows in this book, i can hardly wait to receive it.
I would of added some fairy lights or LEDS for the head lamps and maybe as running lights
I hope you enjoy the book John and more importantly, I hope you enjoy making the model. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. I'd be more than happy to help if I can. As for the headlights.......I really wanted to put something like that in and every model I make, I want to motorize but I get so far into the model that by the time I start considering the motors or lights, there's just nowhere to put them or their power source. One day soon, we will see a model with motorized, working parts and lights. Thanks for tuning in to the show sir.
That definitely would be awesome. One of these days, I'm going to do a model that is fully motorized and illuminated. Let's see if I'm as good as people think I am. LOL. Thanks for tuning in Alan.
Kenny, you have outdone yourself with this build. Amazing model and your workmanship does it justice. I followed your Facebook posts and I am really glad you made this video. I noticed on Amazon that he has two other project books available. Are those builds in your future? I hope so. Great build doesn’t do this one credit. WOW!!
I am hoping to make more of Steve's models Paul. It's just a matter of getting the time to do it and purchasing the books. I will most likely ask for the books for my birthday or for Christmas and then go from there. I'd like to do a build video of one of these but I really don't want to cross any lines by giving away too much from the designer's book. I may have to think about it. Either way, thanks for the kind words on the project and the show. I truly appreciate it.
I'm halfway through my build Kenny, just made all the gears and sprockets. Think I may have bitten off more than I can chew though, but I will persevere having come this far.
You've got this Dennis. You're already half way so you have already overcome so many obstacles. Just take your time when it comes to the gears. I found out (almost a little too late) that is was worth the extra effort to make fake mountings and a fake differential to get the fitting of the gears to work correctly and then once you were happy with them, you could mount them in the truck and just fine tune. Either way, I've got faith in you Dennis. I'm looking forward to seeing your finished model. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
@@acutabove_woodworkings Thanks for the support Kenny. I keep referring to your Facebook page for views of the build, very useful, thanks.
@@BigDen06 I'm glad that you find it helpful. I'd love to see your model when you're done.
Bonjour Kenny
Heureux de voir que tu as fait une vidéo sur le big truck
Moi de mon coté j'ai commencé a le fabriquer
Pas si facile que ca a faire la construction est differente
de toys an joys et en plus pour moi je dois faire souvent la taduction en francais
Et avec la vidéo ca va m'aider encore plus
Encore une tu fait vraiment du beau travail !!!
Glad that you liked the project Francois. Good luck with your project and thanks for tuning in to the show.
All these gears remind me of my technic lego build from the 80’s
I can definitely see that. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
Fantastic truck I have build a few models but nothing like this
Glad that you liked it Chuck. Thanks for tuning in and taking the time to leave a comment. Feel free to send along a few photos of your work to the channels email address or facebook page. I'd love to see them.
WOW .
I hope this is a good thing Paul. Thanks for tuning in to the show this week.
Wow, amazing on how all those gears work. How long did it take you to build
I'm going by memory but I think this one was over 300 hours. Thanks for tuning in.
I betcha that truck would burn a hell of a lot easier than my Tonka when I was a kid!! How many hours did that build take?
As I stated in my final thoughts in the video, this model took 12 weeks and 200 hours to complete. I hope this helps. Thanks for tuning in to the show and taking the time to leave a comment. It's truly appreciated.
Wait, how does the dowel drill centering thing work? Just draw a line through the top guide?
I love the look of the wood between what you chose of the stock. The tires for example look amazing like they are end grain and wavier grain and darker then the rest. Looks very clean too. The bucket especially with the light and dark looks super clean.
Glad that you liked the build. I'm a huge fan of contrasting woods and I love the way that walnut and maple look together. As for the dowel centre "thing".....I'm not sure which one you are talking about here. Can you clarify your question? Thanks for tuning in to the show.
@@acutabove_woodworkings The jig for drilling center of dowels. Video opens with you talking about it. Maybe you made a video of it and I didn’t realize yet?
@@FearsomeWarrior The jig does not automatically drill out the centre of the dowel. It is a jig for holding smaller pieces of dowels so that you can mark the centre and drill them out without having to hold them with your hands. You can find the build here...th-cam.com/video/dhh0mi6EfjU/w-d-xo.html
I hope this helps.
@@acutabove_woodworkings Thank you :)
@@FearsomeWarrior you're very welcome.
Question: I have all the time in the world, for I'm retired. Is this a build that a beginner could accomplish? Never did anything close to this. I have all the tools that are necessary to make it, but no knowledge how to build models. I like to build furniture and that is a far cry from this build. You did an absolute beautiful job.
It would be hard for you to start on this model. I would suggest purchasing few plans from Toys and Joys at first to practice. T&J also are very nice plans. Check some of Kenny’s videos he uploaded in past. Good luck!!!🤞🤞🤞
Unlike Marcelo (who answered your question already) I don't think this project is out of reach for a beginner woodworker. It's all a matter of having patience and taking the time to work through each process in your head before you make it. You have to remember that this book is more of a set of plans than it is a tutorial and you would have to come up with your own methods to cut each piece. That being said, it isn't much different than furniture making. It's just a smaller scale. The skills and safety measures that you would use in furniture making would still apply. I'm not one to tell a beginner that they can't do something. I'm more of an instructor who says, "if you want to do it, you can". Give it a try Jay. I think you'll enjoy it.
While this model has some more advanced features Marcelo, I don't see it being any more difficult than a Toys and Joys pattern. In fact, a lot of the pieces of this model are much more simple to make than a T&J pattern. Where the difference come in, is in things like the gears and the racks and that is all a matter of patience and taking your time to make sure that everything fits correctly and if it doesn't, remake it!!! Other than a possible frustrating time meshing the gears, this is a very doable project for many different skill levels.
@@acutabove_woodworkings Ken I think I will try it this winter when I have nothing to do because it's cold outside. It will be a challenge, but I think I will try it anyway. The worse that can happen is I modify it and don't make all the gears, which is probably the biggest stumbling blocks in this build. Thank you for making these videos. They are very informative and I'm learning from them. I'm 74 years old and I still love to learn.
@@jayrutan3495 I'm glad that you enjoy the show and find it informative. Good luck on your build Jay. If you have any questions at any point in time, please feel free to contact me. I'd be more than happy to help if I can.
Have you seen his tire tread cutting apparatus. I wonder if it works. He uses it on a small modelers table saw. I have one but not the same brand. Mine is a proxxon. I sent him a message to ask if his jig would work with my saw but never got a response. Anyway for anyone who doesn’t know about him he’s very knowledgeable especially for his age.
I have contacted him several times and always gotten a response. In fact, he even sent me some patterns before I ever started this model. If you go through the comments section of this video, I believe he even commented on it. I have seen the jig but never used or built it. Thanks for tuning in Danny.
Hi, kenny, if you could need some advice. On page 173 of SG DeVries book, the big truck build, starting to insert the D12 axle. Problem is it hits the A7 axle part witch is between the F38 pieces. Did you cut out that section of axle to let the D12 axle through> I am on page 173, but trying to figure out how to get the D12 axle through the F38 pieces. It hits the A7 axle. Did you experience that conflict at all? Thoughts?
Thank you
Hi, got the answer from one of your photos on the facebook , Thanks
I was just pulling out the book to see if I could provide an answer for you. I guess it's true what they say.....a picture is worth a thousand words. LOL. Sorry I wasn't quicker with the response but please don't hesitate if you have any other questions.
Glad that you got your answer. Sorry I wasn't quicker with the reply.
You mentioned the jig at the beginning of the video. But I couldn't find your video on it
You can find the jig video here. th-cam.com/video/dhh0mi6EfjU/w-d-xo.html
I hope this helps. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
@@acutabove_woodworkings thank you!
Hi, Kenny, did you have to make longer extensions to go on the rack gears? Or, make longer rack gears?
Neither. The gears were all just fine as they were. I am assuming that you are referring to the steering mechanisms and all of them were just fine using the patterns in the book. I hope this helps. Thanks for tuning in.
@@acutabove_woodworkings Rack gears on the hydraulic lifts.
@@drail80s I originally made them too short. Not because the plans were wrong, but because I questioned their length and cut them off. I ended up remaking them to the sizes in the book and they were fine after that. I hope this helps.
I dont know how you find the time or patience. This would take me a year or more to build, even with the plans.
Those toys take really long to make them. I know something about it from my own experience. I also wish to know how to find more time for my hobby shop. I guess when I retire, but that’s still like 15 years to go. Lol
I've always had a theory on time and patience Dave. You will always find the time to do the things you truly love doing and no amount of patience is required when you truly love doing something that you made time for. It's a win/win situation. Thanks for tuning in this week. I hope you enjoyed the show. Stay safe.
Marcelo, as I said to David, we can always find time to do the things we want to do. I work a full time, 40+ hour a week job that has nothing to do with the show or with woodworking. I still find the time to produce two shows a week, work on my hobbies as much as I like, do all the yard work AND see my granddaughter two nights a week. There's always time. Sometimes, we just can't see it. I hope you don't have to wait until retirement to get the extra time to work on your hobby. Remember, even if you put aside one hour a night to work on your hobby, it is still extra time that you weren't working on it before.
Hello, I want to make this truck build, but i want to ask what power tools did you you use to make it? I have woodworking machines (felder thickness planer, felder slider table saw, router etc) but i am new to model building and i am not sure, if i need to buy this power tiny/mini power tools (byrnes table saw, drum sander etc) that modelers have in their shops to achieve this kind of project. Can you please give some hint what is crutial in the shop to start with toy models? Thank You a lot, i am new subsciber and going to watch your other videos and study :) Have a great day
Glad to have your aboard as a subscriber. I hope you find plenty of videos to pique your interest. There are well over 800 episodes of the show on the channel so there is bound to be something to interest you. As for the tools to make models, I have never used mini power tools. I know that they are popular with model builders but for my models, I use full sized tool to make all the parts. I make jigs and fixtures to hold smaller parts while cutting on the larger tools. You can find my small parts table saw cutting jig here. th-cam.com/video/93S9oFXW1L8/w-d-xo.html
And you can find my small parts routing jig here. th-cam.com/video/KKDWebs4U7M/w-d-xo.html
From what you've told me, you are already set up to make models. The only tool I use that you didn't mention was a scroll saw. I use it a lot to cut curved or detailed pieces. I hope this information helps you. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask. Thanks for tuning in
@@acutabove_woodworkings Thank You Kenny for fast reply!!! I have small Hammer N2-35 band saw and you are right that i am looking for a scroll saw for more details job. What interests me if I should invest in some heavy scroll saw with iron table or if some hobby machine suffice (shepach, proxxon etc). Not sure what is the main difference in this tool. Thank You!! Peter
I might have found the answers already on your channel as you have hundreds of videos and i am watching them one by one :) I found your scroll saw videos, so i think i will not buy some cheap machine (Pegas brand is popular it seems and don't know if in Europe we have other options for quality machine). Thank You Kenny for your channel, your techniques of explanation and ideas are something not seen very often. I am also considering to buy Nova Viking DVR 16" drill, but i found interesting that you mentioned that there is a play in the chuck ( i have seen videos, where its shown that there is almost zero play). How are you happy with the drill after some time of use please? Have a great Sunday, Petr from Czech Republic
@@petrsedlar2893 I was going to suggest that you check out my scrolling videos but I see that you've already found them. I have the Nova Voyager and so far, I love it. I haven't tested the runout in the chuck yet but it isn't too bad. A very powerful machine and that DC motor is fantastic.
hello can you help me What to buy Hegner MULTICUT 2 S, or Pegas SCP21CE 21 '' (535mm)
While I can't tell you what to purchase here Bobby, I have looked at both of these saws and if I had a choice, I would purchase the Pegas model over the Hegner. That's just my personal preference though. I hope this helps. Thanks for tuning in.
Can this be built without a lathe?
Dave, yes it can. I built the original without a lathe, just using standard off the shelf dowels. In fact, I didn’t even own a lathe when I designed this and intentionally detail out ways of construction that don’t need one. Thanks.
Thanks for jumping in with that reply Steve. I appreciate you chiming in with your experience on this one.
Dave, as Steve has pointed out, you don't need a lathe to work on this project. One of the great things about this wonderful hobby of our is that for every process that we need to perform, there are about 10 different methods we can choose to accomplish that process. I like to use the lathe and a pen mandril when working on my wheels because it gives me the opportunity to make sure that they are all completely uniform in size. That being said, the wheels of this model are cut with a hole saw and therefore, they are already all the same size. There are always alternative methods to working on these projects and a lathe is definitely not needed to build this model. I hope you are going to consider giving this one a try Dave. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
Kenny looking at your video at 19. 30 s the model looks some wot Luna can you adaped the plans and with your skill create a Moon car or some think out of mad max
Any plan is able to be modified to look and function exactly as you wish. The most important thing in modifying a plan is that you have to completely understand how the plan work and how each section relates to the other sections so that you don't change something that will be critical later on in the build. Once the initial carcass of this vehicle is made and the gears and assemblies are in place, the body shape at that point could be modified to be anything you like. I hope that you will try this build and that you will attempt the modification of it. If you ever do, please send photos so I can see what you've done. Thanks for tuning in to the show.
I would be scared to know how much you'd have to sell that for to be profitable. This would be something I made once for my kid and never again
Unfortunately Charles, most models are like that. They are made once and then displayed as proof of your accomplishment. Being able to sell one of these to be profitable would not be possible in my opinion. At 200 hours of work, even at $15/hour, the buyer would still have to pay $3000 for this piece and I honestly can't see anyone paying that kind of money for a wooden toy truck. Even at $15 an hour, there isn't much of a profit there as your time is worth something and personally, I think my time is more valuable than $15 per hour. The bottom line here is that these project are made for fun and for the self satisfaction of being able to do it. The sense of pride that it brings when people see what you've made and how incredible it really is, is worth. more than the money you'd get from selling the model. Thanks for tuning in to the show and for taking the time to leave your comments. I truly appreciate it.
@@acutabove_woodworkings I get that, I've done several projects that were simple "I'm gonna try something" based. Knowing my luck, people would see I've made this then hound me to have one too then balk at the price I'd give them lol. Might try a "dumbed down" version at some point, the design over all is really cool.