kscarbel2 Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 In April 2007, Jacques Auger, with the help his friend, Donald Gingras, wanted to do something for his home town; a town where he still resides. He and Mr. Gingras decided to make a mini-truck for the Laurier-Station Santa Claus Parade. When they started the project, the idea was to take a golf cart and give it the appearance of a tractor pulling a tanker. But they no sooner got into it when they realized that their best approach was to make an exact scale replica of a Transport Jacques Auger truck pulling a tanker.Donald Gingras proved to be the real architect behind the project, assisting several subcontractors. In fact, a total of 2,600 hours ended up being needed and put in by the team to achieve the Mini Kenworth tanker and its 1:2.2 scale.The engine is a 1.7-liter 37 horsepower Cummins three-cylinder diesel, with an added turbo. The scale truck has a 5-speed Ford Ranger transmission and Suzuki Jeep differentials.And everything—absolutely everything—is functional.Today, the Mini Kenworth tours various Quebec festivals. It moves on its gleaming 40-foot trailer, towed by a Kenworth W900L big brother… and can be used for distributing various beverages.It may even be available for your event. Both youngsters and adults get a real kick out of it.Company website - http://www.tja.ca/en/mini-kenworth-en/Technical Specs - https://vimeo.com/15390433 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 And people say a B cab is small.....Lots of craftsmanship in the build. 1 Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ws721 Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 That is COOL. Would like to see what powers it Quote Remember if it's got a hood it's no good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kscarbel2 Posted February 3, 2016 Author Share Posted February 3, 2016 That is COOL. Would like to see what powers ithttp://web.tja.ca/mini-kenworth.php?no=2http://web.tja.ca/admin/webroot/uploads/photo/2.jpghttp://web.tja.ca/mini-kenworth.php?no=1#bas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fxfymn Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 And people say a B cab is small.....That was exactly my thought. Quote Money, sex, and fire; everybody thinks everyone else is getting more than they are! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbigrig Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 It was featured on a Canadian show called "Trucker Television" (episodes can be found on youtube) it has a Paccar/KW serial # and everything. Same with the Cummins power plant. Paccar and Cummins engineers were involved and approved the build. It's all there in the episode if you can find it on Youtube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyGunner Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 That is a tiny cab. I'd have leg cramps after a lap around the parking lot. Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phase 1 Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 2600 hours is not a lot of time to build something like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomastractorsvc Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 They should hire a little person to drive it. Quote Robert"I reject your reality and substitute my own." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOB DINGSDALE Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 look good beside PIE'S baby PETE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vladislav Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 Very impressive! Quote Никогда не бывает слишком много грузовиков! leversole 11.2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted February 14, 2016 Share Posted February 14, 2016 holy maceral,,,,just spotted this,,,,man that thing looks real musta took a millian man hours to bulid it beautiful job.and incredible...but i dont think a big old fatman like me would fit in it...bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted February 14, 2016 Share Posted February 14, 2016 Friend of mine sent me this http://speedsociety.com/mechanic-gives-pickup-trucks-an-eighteen-wheeler-makeover/?source=gmgPretty cool mini trucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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