K-8A Question

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Clear and green on metal, green on red only Jason.
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This is my K-8A, with green windows, metal wheels, square cab decals and long writing decals on the trailer.
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All my collection is absolutely mint, sage and onion condition
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The K8a is one of my all time favorite Kings. Today, I decided since I had already done one Accessory Pack and two Kings ... why not look for enough parts to build a complete K8a. Well I start digging through the Scammell trucks first and I'm looking for one with metal hubs and windows I might be able to salvage. LOW & BEHOLD! I come across something I previously had claimed (and done so right here) never to have seen except in guides and photos. Right in my own possession is the coveted (at least by myself) square door decal K8a Scammell truck.
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The LAING decals are pretty rough, windows are broken, but that door decal is in pretty good shape. Now I have to look for another truck to restore as I can't bring myself to alter this one.
It might be time to start my "Bucket List."
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I've horded enough of these there should be another one that needs restoration.
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It might be time to start my "Bucket List."
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Second from left front row looks to be a brighter shade of orange.

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I think it's just cleaner than the rest. Some of these models are covered in dust and dirt and are in "as obtained" condition.
It might be time to start my "Bucket List."
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