Re: [TANKS] Re: Where to..

[Susan Gutbrodt]

Hey, YO, Johnny Ragu you need me to take care of this ??? (wink/ nod)

You know who from "The Alliance"

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From: "copperhead" 

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Sent: Monday, March 01, 2010 5:14 PM
Subject: [TANKS] Re: Where to..


RE:Clarification
1) regarding the annexation of Massachusetts: I've lived in Florida
for 8 years now, but I still fondly recall another saying that was
frequently used in in my former state of residence that would start
near the end of basketball season:
"YANKEES SUCK!!"
2) regarding the spelling of color/colour, I would repectfully point
out that both spellings are wrong because of the improper use of the
letter "R". Anyone from the original 13 states should know we export
our "R"s to Canada where they are remanufactured into "A"s. And FYI: I
don't pak the caa in havad yad anymore.
3) Try a zebra cammo scheme, aka "disruptive" or "jazz". Not very
authentic but might work since we will all struggle with reltively
small moving targets at didstance and be using optical tracking (i.e.
mk 1 eyeball).

- Martin

On Feb 26, 11:34 pm, jvragu47  wrote:

On Feb 26, 3:47 pm, Patron  wrote:



> More than enough for Tank combat. They're also relatively easy
> to find and come in a wide variety of colours.

> Cheers,
> -J
> > "We have a little saying in Massachusetts. "Maybe one day you'll get
> horribly sick and die".

Okay. We need some clarification folks.

1. Unless I'm mistaken ,I believe that the residents of the fair state
of Massachusetts stopped spelling the word colors as colours,3 years
after Yorktowne.( I looked this up on Wikipedia-big smile)
2.So, Monsieur Patron. Are you preparing for the annexation of
Massachusetts to the UK?
3. Which color do you feel will give me an edge over the other thumb
sucking, er , I mean thumb using battlers?

John


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RE: [TANKS] #50 Attachment Chain?

[Ben Holko]

One of you guys in the US needs to buy a bunch from China at $2 a foot and 
on-sell it.

Ben


From: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com [rctankcom...@googlegroups.com] on behalf 
of Derek Engelhaupt [tan...@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 02, 2010 3:02 PM
To: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: [TANKS] #50 Attachment Chain?

Right now that's the million dollar question.  I'm having no luck finding 
attachment chain for a decent price too.

Derek
T065

On Mon, Mar 1, 2010 at 10:00 PM, Jeremy Caylor 
mailto:nighthawk...@gmail.com>> wrote:
Hello everyone! I'm close to getting out of the Marine Corps, and I'm really 
anxious to get to work on my Tiger again, but I've been thinking a lot about 
the tracks. Looking at a few tanks on the site that use #50 attachment chain 
(attachments every other link), I've decided this would be the best for my 
tank. My only problem is: where do I find the chain? I've searched everywhere 
but can't find a good source of it without spending a fortune. Does anyone know 
where I can get some of the chain for a relatively decent price? Thanks!

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Re: [TANKS] #50 Attachment Chain?

[Derek Engelhaupt]

Right now that's the million dollar question.  I'm having no luck
finding attachment chain for a decent price too.

Derek
T065

On Mon, Mar 1, 2010 at 10:00 PM, Jeremy Caylor wrote:

> Hello everyone! I'm close to getting out of the Marine Corps, and I'm
> really anxious to get to work on my Tiger again, but I've been thinking a
> lot about the tracks. Looking at a few tanks on the site that use #50
> attachment chain (attachments every other link), I've decided this would be
> the best for my tank. My only problem is: where do I find the chain? I've
> searched everywhere but can't find a good source of it without spending a
> fortune. Does anyone know where I can get some of the chain for a relatively
> decent price? Thanks!
>
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[TANKS] #50 Attachment Chain?

[Jeremy Caylor]

Hello everyone! I'm close to getting out of the Marine Corps, and I'm really
anxious to get to work on my Tiger again, but I've been thinking a lot about
the tracks. Looking at a few tanks on the site that use #50 attachment chain
(attachments every other link), I've decided this would be the best for my
tank. My only problem is: where do I find the chain? I've searched
everywhere but can't find a good source of it without spending a fortune.
Does anyone know where I can get some of the chain for a relatively decent
price? Thanks!

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[TANKS] Re: Where to..

[copperhead]

RE:Clarification
1) regarding the annexation of Massachusetts: I've lived in Florida
for 8 years now, but I still fondly recall another saying that was
frequently used in in my former state of residence that would start
near the end of basketball season:
"YANKEES SUCK!!"
2) regarding the spelling of color/colour, I would repectfully point
out that both spellings are wrong because of the improper use of the
letter "R". Anyone from the original 13 states should know we export
our "R"s to Canada where they are remanufactured into "A"s. And FYI: I
don't pak the caa in havad yad anymore.
3) Try a zebra cammo scheme, aka "disruptive" or "jazz". Not very
authentic but might work since we will all struggle with reltively
small moving targets at didstance and be using optical tracking (i.e.
mk 1 eyeball).

- Martin

On Feb 26, 11:34 pm, jvragu47  wrote:
> On Feb 26, 3:47 pm, Patron  wrote:
>
>
>
> >  More than enough for Tank combat. They're also relatively easy
> > to find and come in a wide variety of colours.
>
> > Cheers,
> > -J
> > > "We have a little saying in Massachusetts. "Maybe one day you'll get
> > horribly sick and die".
>
> Okay. We need some clarification folks.
>
> 1. Unless I'm mistaken ,I believe that the residents of the fair state
> of Massachusetts stopped spelling the word colors as colours,3 years
> after Yorktowne.( I looked this up on Wikipedia-big smile)
> 2.So, Monsieur Patron. Are you preparing for the annexation of
> Massachusetts to the UK?
> 3. Which color do you feel will give me an edge over the other thumb
> sucking, er , I mean thumb using battlers?
>
> John

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Re: [TANKS] Re: Where to..

[Patron]

@Steve:
Where do you shop for Nunchucks? The lowest I've ever seen them was a 
Generic for $14.99. The Nintendo "official" ones are $24.99. Both of 
those prices are for new ones.

However, PS2 controllers go as low as $9.99 brand new.

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Re: [TANKS] Re: Where to..

[Clark Ward Jr]

You get paint on your mask?  

Seriously, I hadn't thought about it!

-- 
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[TANKS] Re: Where to..

[Steve Tyng]

Translation:

Don is planning on using two Wii controller accessories (the
Nunchuk's, not the Wii controller) to provide four analog position
signals and two on/off switch functions to his custom wireless control
system.  Sounds like a fun project but offers no advantages beyond the
current PS2 controller or standard R/C system options.  The purported
advanced features of the Wii controller are not used in this scheme at
all.

Some thoughts:

  - Two Nunchucks cost the same as one PS2 controller which offers the
the same number of joysticks and many more switching options
  - Adapting the long range wireless tech mentioned to a more flexible
controller would be more beneficial to the hobby
  - Having two separate hand controllers as described would leave no
hand free for wiping paint off your mask
  - A dangling controller while wiping paint off your mask could lead
to inadvertent tank movement and/or gun discharge


Steve "Still using the old Futaba" Tyng


On Mar 1, 3:06 pm, Don Shankin  wrote:
> For what it's worth, I am planning on using wii controllers for my Abrams
> tank.  I haven't read through this entire thread as it's rather long.  I
> have skimmed parts, and would like to address some of the things I've read.
> If these points have already been resolved, please disregard my addition.
>
> First of all, there are several interfaces on the wii controllers.  Yes,
> there is an infrared interface.  There is also a bluetooth interface.  Using
> a wii controller does not require you to use infrared.
>
> The wii controllers have several features that can used to control a tank,
> including accelerometers and analog joysticks (on the nunchuk component).
> The wii controller is far from being useless to control a tank
>
> For my control system, I have designed (and produced) a working pcb, and
> written microcontroller code that reads the analog joysticks on the wii
> nunchuks.  I will be using an xbee wireless serial link to connect the
> transmitter and receiver boards that I have designed.  This will allow me to
> use a wii nunchuk in each hand, using one joystick for tank movement, and
> the other joystick for turret movement.  There are even well placed index
> finger trigger buttons on each nunchuk for firing.  Far from useless :-)
>
> Oh, and there are xbee modules available that allow for up to 15 miles
> ranges on clear days (which don't operate in the 2.4ghz spectrum, so no
> interference from cell towers, wifi hotspots, and microwaves like you have
> with bluetooth)
>
> (For the record, I think this list is awesome... sarcasm, nay-saying, and
> all  :-)
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Re: [TANKS] Re: Where to..

[Don Shankin]

For what it's worth, I am planning on using wii controllers for my Abrams
tank.  I haven't read through this entire thread as it's rather long.  I
have skimmed parts, and would like to address some of the things I've read.
If these points have already been resolved, please disregard my addition.

First of all, there are several interfaces on the wii controllers.  Yes,
there is an infrared interface.  There is also a bluetooth interface.  Using
a wii controller does not require you to use infrared.

The wii controllers have several features that can used to control a tank,
including accelerometers and analog joysticks (on the nunchuk component).
The wii controller is far from being useless to control a tank

For my control system, I have designed (and produced) a working pcb, and
written microcontroller code that reads the analog joysticks on the wii
nunchuks.  I will be using an xbee wireless serial link to connect the
transmitter and receiver boards that I have designed.  This will allow me to
use a wii nunchuk in each hand, using one joystick for tank movement, and
the other joystick for turret movement.  There are even well placed index
finger trigger buttons on each nunchuk for firing.  Far from useless :-)

Oh, and there are xbee modules available that allow for up to 15 miles
ranges on clear days (which don't operate in the 2.4ghz spectrum, so no
interference from cell towers, wifi hotspots, and microwaves like you have
with bluetooth)


(For the record, I think this list is awesome... sarcasm, nay-saying, and
all  :-)
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Re: [TANKS] Re: ev warrior motors for sale.

[Thomas Lum]

If the shipping is too much, just let someone else know.  I have some here 
(maryland) with wire hookups and mounts if you want them.
Tom
 
On Sunday, February 28, 2010, at 06:41PM, "Patron" 
 wrote:
>How much do you estimate on Shipping to the States?
>On Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:40, Garnet wrote:
>> HI  I live in Alberta Canada,  just north of Calgary.  The motors are
>> about 5 or 6 years old.  Never used.   Let me know if interested.. if
>> not I will be listing them on ebay .  Thanks.  Garnet
>>
>> On Feb 27, 4:18 pm, Kamron Duncan  wrote:
>>>  were do you live and how old are they
>>>
>>>  On Fri, Feb 26, 2010 at 9:56 PM, Garnet  wrote:
>>>  > Hi all.   I finally got to clean up the garage/shop and found some
>>>  > extra motors.  I have 4 ev warrior motors ...new...  that I wont
>>>  > need.  If any one is interested let me know and we can figure out a
>>>  > price.      Garnet
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>"We have a little saying in Massachusetts. "Maybe one day you'll get 
>horribly sick and die".
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[TANKS] Re: Kubel Drivers

[Steve Tyng]

Forgot all about that one.  Some of my more inspired work!

Steve "Mr. Photoshop" Tyng


On Feb 28, 8:19 pm, John Pittelli  wrote:
> Kelly,
>        Looks outstanding. Just to let you know, Frank,Paul and I have 
> previous experience in the K-wagon. Keep up the good work.
>
> John
>
>  kubel drivers.jpg
> 45KViewDownload

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Re: [TANKS] Re: ev warrior motors for sale.

[Patron]

How much do you estimate on Shipping to the States?
On Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:40, Garnet wrote:

HI  I live in Alberta Canada,  just north of Calgary.  The motors are
about 5 or 6 years old.  Never used.   Let me know if interested.. if
not I will be listing them on ebay .  Thanks.  Garnet

On Feb 27, 4:18 pm, Kamron Duncan  wrote:

 were do you live and how old are they

 On Fri, Feb 26, 2010 at 9:56 PM, Garnet  wrote:
 > Hi all.   I finally got to clean up the garage/shop and found some
 > extra motors.  I have 4 ev warrior motors ...new...  that I wont
 > need.  If any one is interested let me know and we can figure out a
 > price.      Garnet

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horribly sick and die".


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[TANKS] Re: Where to..

[callum.king.underw...@googlemail.com]

The wii light bar is the transmitter for the Ir. the remote is
actually the reciever. You can use two of those little tea light
candles. Doesnt work well but ive tried it and it usualy works to an
extent. The IR just tells it whether its pointed at the telly or not.
For a tank that wouldnt be necessary id say

On Feb 27, 10:00 pm, Gregory Kampjes  wrote:
> The Wiimote uses Bluetooth to communicate with the console. The light bar is
> just there to help the Wiimote sync with where the TV actually is. You can
> theoretically use it without a light bar, but I haven't tested it myself.

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