In this thread I will show you the vehicles inside my LEGO Technic garage.
There are official models, MOCs and modded alts by other designers. Some of the sets I bought just because of a promising alt.
Most of my MOCs and mods are made of the leftover parts I had at that time. I did not order any loose parts, all my parts are parts of the sets I have bought.

All the vehicles share the Mack scale (more or less, as the Mack scale is a compromise by itself), some had to be scaled down to make them fit.
So far all the vehicles in my garage are operated manually.

Here is the list...

Semi Trucks and Trailers:

• Mack Anthem [42078 A sub-model tractor unit]
• Kenworth K100 [MOC]
• Flatbed Trailer [MOC, alt of 42078 A sub-model trailer and container]

Trucks and Busses:

• Mack LR Garbage Truck [42078 B]
• Mack Granite Snow Plow [alt of 42078 by M-longer]
• US Tow Truck [mod of 42108 alt American Tow Truck by timtimgo]
• Rollback Truck [mod of 42098 alt Model C by LoMaC]
• Mixer Truck [mod of 42112]
• US School Bus [MOC]
• First Responder Wrecker [mod of 42075 A]
• MAN TGS Tipper [mod of 42098 MAN TGX Dump Truck by technicprojects]
• Race Truck [mod of 42093 alt Volvo Race Truck by Grohl]

Road Show:

• Hot Rod [mod of 42093 B]
• Hot Rod Van [mod af 42098 B]
• Red Shark [MOC]

Off-Road:

• Baja Trophy Truck [MOC]
• Escape Buggy [MOC]
• Police Buggy [MOC]

Other:

• Telehandler [MOC]
• Forkliift [42079 A]
• Snow Groomer [alt of 42098 by Tomik]
• Lawn Tractor [alt of 42102 by 13neat8]
• Ultralight Helicopter [42057 A]
• Police Dinghy [MOC]

I will add posts for showing most of these vehicles one by one.
If you have a favorite you want to see next or if you want additional pictures of one I already have posted, just let me know by posting your request.

 

Kenworth K100 [MOC]

It started as a replacement cabin for my Rollback Truck, which I wanted to look more badass. But then I found enough parts to create a standalone Semi-Truck.
Of course it is compatible to the Mack and its trailers.
It is the latest addition to my garage so far.

Ok! Looking forward to seeing these MOCs!

Impressive collection! I look forward to seeing your MOCs!

Mixer Truck [mod of 42112]

Americanized to make it fit into my truck line-up.
Main changes to official model:

• three axle configuration
• a nose - obviously :)
• added 1 stud to the distance between rear axles

For playing i use coffee beans. They have the perfect size, are cheap and spread a fantastic smell.

 

I love the MOD of the cement mixer! I didn't like the original set but the addition of a nose and three axle configuration are fantastic! Looking forward to seeing more MOCs and MODs from you as these trucks are in the scale I like to build in. I also like the idea of using coffee beans as concrete

  On 4/1/2021 at 1:28 AM, whitepen said:

I didn't like the original set but the addition of a nose and three axle configuration are fantastic!

Thank you very much.
The set is really good for getting in touch with a simple and easy to understand Lego gearbox. It is sturdy enough for being played by kids. And... it's a mixer truck, finally :)

 

American School Bus [MOC]

I always wanted to build one, then 42108 came in handy. Almost all the yellow parts are taken from this set.
The three studs in the frame in the "forehead" can be used to add plates with text.

 

 

Edited April 1, 20213 yr by XTN

US Tow Truck [mod]

This truck is heavily inspired by Tim's American Tow Truck, which is an amazing alt of Lego 420108 and which was an excellent base for my version.

You can find Tim's truck here:

My own version reuses parts of the front fenders, the cabin and the boom.
The compartments in the back and the chassis are MOC. The chassis is really stiff because of angled beams.
The boom and the tow fork are able to lift even the front-heavy Mack.

https://i.imgur.com/1X9ogCI.gifv

 

Now it is waiting for its brother 42128.

 

Edited April 1, 20213 yr by XTN

Hot Rod [mod]

The idea was making a smaller version of the 42093 B model, to make it match the Mack scale.
At last it was a complete redesign of the front, the back and the passenger compartment, which is now more narrow - like real Hot Rods usually are.
Steering works via spare wheel.

 

 

Edited April 2, 20213 yr by XTN

Nice! Maybe change the HOG wheel to a gear since it makes it look like an Off-Roader. Otherwise, great build and lovely design! 

Hot Rod Van [mod]

Second car of the Road Show.
Heavily inspired by 42098 B model sub-model van.

 

 

Red Shark Roadster [MOC]

A pullback roadster made of leftover parts, turned out t be compact, sturdy, good looking (proportions, color combination, smooth surfaces, only few holes, roll-over bar with integrated wing) and absolutely playable.
The wheels seem to have the perfect size for sports cars in Mack scale.

 

 

Escape Buggy [MOC] and Police Buggy [MOC]

Two single seater pullbacks made of leftovers.
Mack scale and absolutely playable.
Both roll cages can be opened. The Escape Buggy offers a small compartment in the front for the stolen goods.

 

First Responder Wrecker [mod of 42075 A]

I fell in love with the grill and the headligts, so I had to have it.
Imho the pop up searchlight was pointless, so I moved it to the front and replaced it with a boom that was inspired by the one from 42079 B.
I replaced the truck wheels with Corvette wheels bc now it looks more SUV-sized and this way it seems to fit better into my garage.
A few cosmetics like rearview mirrors and that's it.

 

Rollback Truck [mod of 42098 alt Model C by LoMaC]

As implied by the title, this started as LoMaC's alt of 42098:
https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-33419/LoMaC/42098-model-c/#details

At the end of the day I only kept the hood and the cabin, the rest is MOC. I had to replace the super cool steering with virtual pivot point by a conventional steering to make it kids-resistant. I flattened the bumper to change the Scania-ish look to a more American style.
Last but not least I created a rollback. For pulling up the vehicles there is a winch wich locks via rubber part. When the rollback is tilted, the rear bumper with the taillights is retracted by a simple mechanism.

At a certain point, I was about to replace the cabin with the K100 cabin, but now I'm really happy that I didn't, even though a K100 rollback would look badass for sure.

Here are both tow trucks waiting for the arrival of 42128...

 

Edited April 28, 20213 yr by XTN

It looks great! But something makes me thinking that it should have only two axles...
I don't know but possibly the reason in a relatively short nose: small engine compartment = less powerful engine = less weight capacity = less axle load.

It really looks American now and remains me  6-7 class trucks which are smaller than "full-size rigs" of 8 class. Here is a friendly Freightliner example of such cute red truck:

  On 4/28/2021 at 7:48 PM, Void_S said:

It looks great! But something makes me thinking that it should have only two axles...
I don't know but possibly the reason in a relatively short nose: small engine compartment = less powerful engine = less weight capacity = less axle load.

It really looks American now and remains me  6-7 class trucks which are smaller than "full-size rigs" of 8 class. Here is a friendly Freightliner example of such cute red truck:

Thank you very much.

The "friendly Freightliner" (that expression made me smile for at least one hour by now) in your pic is a sheer beauty.

You are absolutely right, with a nose like that my rollback resembles a class 6 truck, even though it appears to be more or less a chimera between representatives of class 6 and class 7.
The Freightliner Business Class M2 is a perfect example for a class 6 truck. While the two axle configuration in this class is way more common, I was inspired by a three axle configuration like here:

Source: https://jingletruck.com/2012-freightliner-business-class-135591

 

  On 4/28/2021 at 11:00 PM, XTN said:

Thank you very much.

The "friendly Freightliner" (that expression made me smile for at least one hour by now) in your pic is a sheer beauty.

You are absolutely right, with a nose like that my rollback resembles a class 6 truck, even though it appears to be more or less a chimera between representatives of class 6 and class 7.
The Freightliner Business Class M2 is a perfect example for a class 6 truck. While the two axle configuration in this class is way more common, I was inspired by a three axle configuration like here:

Source: https://jingletruck.com/2012-freightliner-business-class-135591

 

Wow! That truthy means "rare doesn't mean impossible"! So, it even better to see something special, not so boring-common  

Since 42078 release I fall into this world of trucks (and 15-stud wide ones especially). They have some "challenging simplicity" - easy to start building due to quite predefines size (a lot of 15L beams  ) but becomes so difficult to fit all desired things inside due to limited size.
I also had a plan to build a roll-back truck but a Volvo FE with Low Entry cabin:

Hopefully I will return to it once )))

  On 4/28/2021 at 11:32 PM, Void_S said:

Wow! That truthy means "rare doesn't mean impossible"! So, it even better to see something special, not so boring-common  

Since 42078 release I fall into this world of trucks (and 15-stud wide ones especially). They have some "challenging simplicity" - easy to start building due to quite predefines size (a lot of 15L beams  ) but becomes so difficult to fit all desired things inside due to limited size.
I also had a plan to build a roll-back truck but a Volvo FE with Low Entry cabin:
 

Hopefully I will return to it once )))

For me 42078 was the re-invention of the Model Team and since that day I'm into 15-studs wide trucks too.
Because of that I am really hyped about 42128. :)

The Volvo rollback looks awesome too.
As awesome as two more of your projects that appeared in a Mack Anthem thread... Are you still working on the Mack MR and the restyling of the F700?

Edited April 28, 20213 yr by XTN

  On 4/28/2021 at 11:37 PM, XTN said:

For me 42078 was the re-invention of the Model Team and since that day I'm into 15-studs wide trucks too.

The Volvo rollback looks awesome too.
As awesome as two more of your projects that appeared in a Mack Anthem thread... Are you still working on the Mack MR and the restyling of the F700?

Yeah, and on MD (class 6) one too)). F700 now is closer to Cruiseliner (which actually was a successor of F-series). Unfortunately my work now takes all my imagination and "creativity energy" so I just feel exhausted and these projects move very slow 

  On 4/28/2021 at 11:44 PM, Void_S said:

[...] so I just feel exhausted and these projects move very slow 

Sry to hear that, but still happy that the projects are still alive. Cruiseliner sounds promising.

Well, I think there's no need to hurry. Looking at 42078, 42112, and the upcoming 42128, the "15s" might face a bright future in the LEGO Technic world :)

The "Leftovers"

Next two models are not in the list of the OP.
I've built them quickly after I had the specific idea and a handfull of leftover parts, main goal in each case was to create a simple vehicle with playability for my kids.

 

Killer Bee [MOC]

I wanted to create a small, four-seated offroader with pullback motor, as simple as crash-resistant, to line up with my two other small buggies.
Easily recognizable, most of the parts are from 2 x 42108 after building the wrecker and the school bus.

Of course it features off-road tires, a bullbar with lights, big exhaust pipes and antennas - everything you need for off-raoding.

 

Log Trailer [MOC]

A simple semi trailer, as simple as a stick - just like these trailers are in real life.
It is lightweight and so it doesnt break if it falls down or, if it does break, it is so easy to repair bc it consists of only a handful of parts.
Bending is not an issue if you load logs that are as long as the trailer is.

The landing gear is operated by a small LA.

Of course it is 15 studs wide and compatible with the Mack as well as my K100 that shares the same fifth wheel concept and position.

A closer look at some corners and colors might reveal that I'm almost out of parts :D

Edited June 20, 20213 yr by XTN

Flatbed Trailer [MOC, alt of 42078 A sub-model trailer and container]

Spread axle flatbed trailer, 15 studs wide, compatible with the Mack.
As an alternative model it uses only the parts of... you know the deal.

As usual aiming for the looks, I wanted to make it as flat as possible, the front part is only one stud high.
Bending under load is still okay, so it's not breaking the overall impression.

The landing gear can be raised and lowered, not tilted, which was important for me.
It uses a small LA and can be operated from both sides.
All in all it is pretty safe and doesnt collapse and fold over, even under heavier loads.

The tricky part was to build a spreading mechanism for the axles without a worm gear, so I used the other one of the set's small LAs.
By using a lever it was possible to multiply the range of the LA and the movement speed at the same time. It works absolutely smooth and can spread the axles really quick.

Loaded:

Back:

Close axles:

Spread axles:

Close axles:

Spread axles:

Animation:

https://i.imgur.com/VsUU7Ou.gifv

Landing gear:

Using some of the unused parts of the official trailer, I've built boxes and stuff to add more playability.
Two boxes can be added or removed easily and can be stacked.
They are definitely out of scale, espcially the one with the cover - my OCD is calling - but the kids like it.

Boxes and bars for separating loads:

Box behind the bulkhead:

 

Edited June 20, 20213 yr by XTN

Nice trailer. Both functions are very nicely implemented.

And thanks for sharing lot's of photos, so that others can recreate if they like it.

  On 6/21/2021 at 1:51 AM, iLego said:

Nice trailer. Both functions are very nicely implemented.

And thanks for sharing lot's of photos, so that others can recreate if they like it.

Thank you very much.

That's the LEGO spirit!

US Tow Truck [mod]

Update

I've modded my yellow wrecker to make it more authentic and to add some more fun.

Minor tweak: I added brackets for tools and chains inside the storage compartments.

Major tweak: I removed the single winch and replaced it by an independently working dual winch system.
After watching some reality videos I realised, that this is crucial to finish the really hard jobs.
I wanted to build it as narrow as possible. By using some half beams i was able to make it only 8 studs wide, even including ratchets for both winches.
Now it is compact, strong, durable.

This system is stron enough to lift a semi and pull it onto the underlift.

But there's a lot more rescue and recovery work possible now.
Therefore it is important to bring the neatly stowed away chains.

Special thanks to @Timorzelorzworz, whos 42108 alt was the base and inspiraton for all this.

I wonder how strong 42128 wil be and what recovery jobs they will do together :)