Mack Anthem: One
Yesterday I finally started my latest Lego build, the Mack Anthem truck. Here you'll see the very first stage which comprises the two rear axels of the prime mover, differentials and trailer hitch.
Above is a shot showing the completed section pictured from the rear. You will note I've also applied the decals to the mud-flaps and rear light section plus the number plate.
Below is the very first section built as part of stage one. You will note that red shaft to the left which is the drive shaft that will eventually connect the two rear axle differentials to the transmission. The two diffs are show here also, the two grey round things with the yellowish cogs in between the lighter great shafts which are actually the axles.
This image below shows a closer shot of one of the two differentials. This one is for the front set of drive-wheels. All of these parts come as individual parts in the Lego set; There are no sub-assembled sections so the builder needs to piece them all together.
Above is the chassis section with a little more strengthening added over and around the two rear axles and diff-section. You will also note an assembly sticking up here between the two wheels...That's the trailer hitch.
Here above and below you can see the fully-completed stage one of the build from a couple of different angles. Again in the image above you will note the tow hitch which has a moveable locking pin to couple up the trailer. In the image below you will note that red shaft with a light grey uni-coupling on the front (to the left of shot)...That's where the drive shaft connects to the transmission to provide drive.
Also, you'll see little connectors poking out here and there, especially on the front section. These will be utilised when connecting the rear chassis to the front in build stage two.
From here the next stage is to complete the front section of the chassis including the engine and steer-wheels. I'm not sure when I'll get to that as I have to go back to work on Monday but soon hopefully.
See y'all later.
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Get your ass in bed! It’s a work night 🤣 really cool that will look awesome when your finished.
Haha...Just got out...It's 7am Monday. First day of work for the year today...Trying to delay the inevitable. :)
Yeah, the Mack will be a cool build I think. A lot to go though...It's a pretty big build. Loads of pieces.
Pretty cool that mate. 👍
Yeah, cool huh? I did a cool Landrover Defender last time. Big too! It's on my blog a few weeks back if you're keen.
Thought you would have finished it by now you have been slipping mate🤣
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I know right? I must be lazy. :)
No let's just say time constraints.
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That works...Have been pretty busy these past few days.
Be nice to be able to personalise the number plate :D
Yeah...Would be cool...The VW Beetle I did came with three options but the Mack only the one.
get creative with a texta :D
Get tagging ya reckon? Lol.
;D like riding a bike.
Haha! True I guess. 😄
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Great start. Are you learning more about the mechanisms of the vehicles in question while you're doing these? :D
Umm, good question...I would have to say know because i have a degree of understanding already however I can see how a person would certainly do so. I think this sort of thing would be good for young people to learn a little more about engineering and mechanics for sure. I know that as a kid I got a lot of value from Lego building although it wasn't Lego Technic like this build. Yes, is the answer generally though, I think people would understand better and it could spark a real interest in the field in a kid right?
If you're the type of kid that loves pulling things apart to see how they work I think Technics would be a godsend XD
Yeah, better than them pulling the VCR apart! (Do you know what a VCR is?) Lol.
And so a new adventure begins!
The fact that Lego put all the effort and design into making a functional differential shows great attention to detail. I can't wait for the next part :-)
It's cool huh? I'm hoping to tackle the next stage tonight...Will see if my wife has a list of chores for me after work...If not...It's on! :)
It is indeed, very cool. Godspeed for the next stage, mate!
Thank you. :)
Looking good so far.
Yes, It's coming along...It hasn't been a complex as the Landrover build although that doesn't mean it won't. Has been enjoyable so far and I might do a little more tonight. Thanks for dropping in.
Howdy sir galenkp! Another marvelous build. Those are amazing. How was it to go back to work? I reckon I've never had that feeling.
I enjoyed going back to work as I like my job. I embellished in a recent post about how bad my first week was however I really can't complain. It was busy, but productive; Like a normal week. I'd rather be doing something else but I have to work and so I make the most of it, work to keep the right attitude. You never had a lot if time off yourself right? Can be hard resuming work after a break.
Very good. It would be totally different if you hated your job like so many people do. No I've never taken off work.