[TANKS] Re: Cromwell T40 Rebuild

[Neil Rochford]

Great stuff-

When drilling the old wheels for the new bearing,how did you know you were 
dead center of the 5/8  dowel ?

Neil

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Re: [TANKS] Help with my 2.4G Futaba 6-Ch FASST Receiver R606FS

[Neil Rochford]

Bill , Can I come to your house for tea ? 

Neil



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>
> Neil, I'm glad to help.  I was wondering how I could find a "new Bessie 
> mate", and now I have one.  
>  
> Bill
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[TANKS] Re: FOA Business Update

[Neil Rochford]

Im looking at price comparisons and the nearest I can find is this-

http://www.mark-1-tank.co.uk/sherman.html#sherman6

Price: GB£3100.00

that equates to just under $5,000.00

Neil

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Re: [TANKS] Help with my 2.4G Futaba 6-Ch FASST Receiver R606FS

[Neil Rochford]

Bill , Wonderful, I followed the advice and Im very happy to say we are now 
back in working order, I couldnt find my manual for the radio so Im so very 
glad you took the time to help me. 
Cheers ..

Neil " your new bessie mate" 

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[TANKS] Help with my 2.4G Futaba 6-Ch FASST Receiver R606FS

[Neil Rochford]

Does anyone know what is wrong with my Futaba 6 ch receiver ? 
On power up it just flashes green and wont work , Has anyone ever 
experienced this problem ?
Id much appreciate any advice.

Neil

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Re: [TANKS] Re: French Connection was delighted!

[Neil Rochford]

The prototype II tiger will have a “open hood” feature like the Tiger you 
used at Gettysburg. Did you like that option of opening the hull like that?

http://rctankcombat.com/battle-reports/BritishInvasion/photos/13-large.jpg

I cant think of a better way to gain access to everything inside the turret 
, the open hood moved completely out of the way and closed back with no 
chance of opening until required. 

If you copy T001 with your tigers you will have one less thing to worry 
about.

Fantastic news about the Shermans. you will need to build them with the 
same robustness as your tigers. we cant have battles where the Germans 
always win.

I am seriously considering buying an amount of Talen SR units,but they arnt 
sold in the UK, so before I import a bulk order I was wondering could you ( 
or anyone using them ) show your wired setup inside your tank(s) and give 
your account of their performance.

thanks 
Neil 

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[TANKS] Re: French Connection was delighted!

[Neil Rochford]

It was a pleasure meeting and battling you Loic. I was very impressed with 
your ( and Steve's )  tiger, I have made a few of these little monsters now 
and I can only wonder if any of my tanks could meet the challenges to 
compete in the MAG events. its tough out there, and you put T087 through 
rougher treatment than Id put any tank that I have ever built, and yours 
still worked. 
Knowing what i know about the troubles of building a 1/6th competitive 
tank, Id advise to anyone looking to get into the hobby, unless you have 
good engineering skills, masses of time and access to a well stocked tool 
shop, Buy a FOA tank, 
I just wouldn't like to think what the shipping would be the Europe.
keep up this very good and inspirational work.

Neil (what humor was that ?) R


On Wednesday, October 16, 2013 5:41:20 PM UTC-7, Loic atFOA wrote:
>
> Hello fellow Combat Gamers!
>
> I will have to say about this weekend at Gettysburg that the company was 
> delightful. I never thought that a Frenchman could enjoy British humour, 
> but it came very easy with Neil and Claire! Even after he "killed" the 
> Frenchman a couple of times
>
> As a Newbie on the field of combat, I first want to thank Tyng Tech design 
> for not only the brilliant mind willing to share its mountain of new ideas, 
> but for sharing its priced "Cromwell" which never required such extensive 
> gooey cleaning than after the Frenchman used it for a game!
>
> Thanks to all for a Great Weekend and so much fun! I think I'm hooked. I 
> have already applied many of you advises into our next generation of tanks.
> I also have updated the T087 http://www.rctankcombat.com/tanks/T087/ with 
> photos and comments
>
> Merci Beaucoup!
> Loic
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[TANKS] Re: British Invasion

[Neil Rochford]

Mike , Im looking for a "like" button reading that, it only dawned on me 
yesterday that Loic (One of the finest Frenchmen on the planet)  was on my 
team at the time when I knocked him out, Im no  traitor, just not much of a 
listener when being told who is on who`s side. That was most definitely a 
princess in my pocket and she was most definitely amused by something !

Neil "Lord Rochford of Manchester and its going to my head a bit now" R


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>
>
> http://www.rctankcombat.com/battle-reports/BritishInvasion/SaveThePrincess.shtml
>
> Is that a Princess in your pocket
> or are you just chuffed at knocking out a Frenchman?
>  
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[TANKS] Re: Fate of the British Empire

[Neil Rochford]

I expect that extra coffee cup is there for Funkyneroc (Miss Claire will be 
alright waiting in the van (she can bring a flask)) 

Very soon (in a few hours) FTF top brass secret agents will be leaving on a 
jet plane for the new world.
After a little scare that has now been resolved the lovely Miss Claire will 
be aboard, supporting Neroc, Funkyneroc by way of devoted attention of a 
personal kind. surprisingly little seduction is required as "00`s" have 
previously demonstrated.

West Washington DC will be the first destination as the local casinos / 
fancy swag clubs will be frequented Wednesday / Thursday evening where no 
doubt a few suspected bad guys will be beaten to a pulp in particularly 
interesting ways.
Hopefully shaken not stirred the British agents will be driving to take a 
look at a stretch of water that British intelligence know only as 
"Cheapskate bay". this destination is yet to be confirmed as correct 
because miss Funnyfannys spelling isnt so good and it was Moneypennys day 
off. 
Gettysburg will be the next point of call for a 3 day stay (one day to get 
over the weekend) then back down to DC in the Austin & Martin hire car for 
a final Tuesday night of swanky how do you do.
It is not usual for "00`s" to give their travel plans over the internet but 
this is a very special case where the FTF (in conjunction with the British 
government) hope to "bond" with the local population.

Neil "enter your own Bond jokes here, ,did you find mine ?" R 



On Monday, September 9, 2013 1:52:13 PM UTC-7, Joe Sommer wrote:
>
>
>
> On Saturday, September 7, 2013 12:04:00 PM UTC-4, Vern Dernberger wrote:
>>
>> This reporter recently learned that a member of the British Royal family 
>> ... rests on Rochford's shoulders.
>>
>   Vern DernBerger
>>   Senior Investigative Reporter
>>   Tri-Pact News Service
>>   "We Make The News"
>>
>
> Dear Mr. BernVerger,
>
> We are pleased to see that your "investigative reporting" skills 
> have not declined over these many years of relative senility.
>
> You might be able to discover more sordid details of the nefarious
> PUFF plans by hacking into their Wireless Cafe at   
> http://www.chockfullonuts.com/
> (Why are there five coffee cups on the table but only four Zanetti's 
> seated around it?)
>
> Respectfully,
> Fred Simms
> Chief of Rochford Ambush Plans (CRAP)
> Anvilus Machine Works
>
>
>
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[TANKS] Re: Countdown Day 8

[Neil Rochford]

What chance is a poor half blind, undernourished Englishman ever going to 
have in the wilds of the Americas ? In the UK if you remember your 
transmitter you have done considerable preparation.
 

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[TANKS] Re: Battery find

[Neil Rochford]

Cant grumble at the price, I`ve been looking at something like this for my 
e-bike that I can also use in my tank. Im just a little concerned about 
reliability of a technology I dont understand, Does the BMS come part of 
the battery box ( integrity built in ) or does it require finding a home in 
the tank somewhere ?.
Think how much weight would 2 X 12v SLA  20AH be ? compare that to 4.8kg
wonderful stuff imo.but remember I know nothing 8)

Neil



On Thursday, September 19, 2013 8:59:16 PM UTC-7, tan...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> What do you guys think of this one?  Kind of a nice setup with a 
> voltmeter, on/off switch, quick disconnects, charging port, and a charger. 
>  All in a nice neat package.  I'm looking at it for the KV-2 so it will fit 
> in that tank.  It's about 7"x3"x10" from my quick calculations.
>
>
> http://www.ebay.com/itm/321207262810?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:VRI&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2661
>
> Derek
>

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Re: [TANKS] Re: suspension in and ready for testing

[Neil Rochford]

I`ve been looking into chain tracks, Please tell me if im right, is 2060 = 
1 1/2" pitch ?
what thickness steel is 2060 made from ? and what thickness are your pads ? 
You track system looks very straight forward and robust. 
Im impressed it only took an hour to do all that welding. I suppose a good 
MIG is a valuable asset. Im still in the "arc" ages 8) 

Neil "Diggin it" R

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Re: [TANKS] Re: suspension in and ready for testing

[Neil Rochford]

 Ah !  yes I see,  I dont know why but I thought you were in the US, 
 In that case I hope you and/or a buddy makes more of these things and you 
start the battling in  your part of the world. 
 I`ve been enjoying your tanks progress from its start and although I 
wouldnt call you progress fast  it is most certainly sure.  
 please continue this very good work.

Neil R


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[TANKS] Re: suspension in and ready for testing

[Neil Rochford]

I think your tank is absolutely wonderful, 
I hope you plan to enter it in battles.

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: Field Marshal Tyng demoted?

[Neil Rochford]

With the journey to the new world only weeks away, The FTF are looking for 
what to do during the rest of the week, Being a direct decedent of Morgan 
Black (some say a fictional character in a video game) , Funkyneroc has 
been wanting to follow in the footsteps of his Great great great 
great great great great great great great great great great great great 
grandfather. The Fountain Of Youth was said to be the stuff of legend but a 
quick google search has located its true whereabouts-

https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=4&cad=rja&ved=0CEgQFjAD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgizmodo.com%2Fthe-fountain-of-youth-is-in-florida-and-its-radioactiv-905187947&ei=fwQSUoiWNOWK4AS47oHYBQ&usg=AFQjCNH6OeJ80NPm3XKW_xzN5Llkoeuxtg&sig2=39QnEuHMuWsAj7HEtOq0gg&bvm=bv.50768961,d.bGE

If corporal Tyng also has internet connection then it is possible he has 
discovered this for himself and has traveled south to drink from the 
source, look for the wrinkles having smoothed somewhat. 
The FTF plans to fill a number of 500ml bottles of the stuff and bring it 
back to England (whatever I can get on the plane), after about 3/4 of a 
million years when the waters main ingredient passes its half life it will 
be good to go on the UK market, just in time for my Great great great 
great great great great great great great great great great great great 
grandson to make his fortune. And people think Im plane crazy, at least I`m 
got a plan.

Neil "2nd admiral to Ponce de León" R



 

On Monday, August 5, 2013 6:12:30 PM UTC-7, Joe Sommer wrote:
>
>
> Evidently Field Marshal Tyng has been demoted
> based on the current avatar for "Tyng Tech" in
> our Google Group that shows a civilian I.T. dude.  
> This new avatar portrays a MUCH younger Tyng 
> than the old sepia image with uniform and gold braid.
>
> Rumors are sweeping the RC tank combat world
> that "Dorian" Tyng has either -
> a)  found the Fountain of Youth while on vacation in FL, or
> b)  sold his soul in return for a lucrative engineering contract, or
> c)  commisioned a portrait by Basil Hallward.
>
> Mid-Atlantic tankers have scheduled an intervention on
> September 28 and 29 at a remote enclave in Pennsylvania.  
> They plan to import a "Funky" exorcist from England to help 
> reverse this fiendish transformation. 
>
> Be there,
> Fred "Funkadelic" Simms
> Personal Assistant to Lord Henry Wotton
>
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[TANKS] questions about quiz`s quiz

[Neil Rochford]

Does anyone remember the days when people used to write in to this site 
showing progress pictures of their work and asking questions about problems 
they faced involving construction and so forth ? 
who can remember such questions as "why wont my radio work ?" or "what size 
wheels shall I use ?"
Ahh ! , happy days before mind bending quiz`s 

Neil "OK , I know I started it" R


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Re: [TANKS] Not tanks but an Obscure and Cyptic Aviation Quiz

[Neil Rochford]

OK, Mr hatstand,  
before we get completely divorced from the real world, 
we have a battle planned in two weeks time Pete, the first and only for 
this year.
is your Truck Morris going to be ready ?

Neil "not expecting a reply" R

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[TANKS] Re: Picture Quiz

[Neil Rochford]

My quiz was better !!

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Re: [TANKS] turret recognition competition

[Neil Rochford]

very well done Isaac, the second turret will be a T60

The first one is a turret for a British Tetrach 

Neil R



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>
> T60?
>
>
> On Sun, Jul 14, 2013 at 2:24 PM, Neil Rochford 
> 
> > wrote:
>
>> This is very difficult ,so a second clue is in order,
>>
>> pics one and two are of the same turrets at a more progressed stage,
>>
>> Dont be fooled by the incompleted back end of the first one or the very 
>> large circular hole in the top of the second one. still quite a few pieces 
>> yet to make and construct.
>>
>> Neil R
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[TANKS] turret recognition competition

[Neil Rochford]

I have to say its been a little quiet so I think a quiz will add a little 
sparkle to our community. 

what turret can be formed for pic one ?
and 
what turret can be formed for pic two ?

Please note :- both pics are missing a few pieces, you dont want it too 
easy do you ?

Neil " know your turrets " R 


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Re: [TANKS] Two new tanks under construction part 1.

[Neil Rochford]

Great, but I fame you can keep, I dont tell too many people about my hobby 
as most start backing away soon into the conversation.  what is DOD, ROV`s 
and FOA ?

Neil  "Form the dictionary, a "professional" is - "A person engaging in a 
given activity as a source of livelihood". I started my class over 12 
months ago so I must be -
"The worlds first professional R/C NERF tank designer and builder"  R

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Re: [TANKS] Two new tanks under construction part 1.

[Neil Rochford]

Wow , what a wonderful story. I will pass that on, I expect the $3/4 
Million funding will be of interest to them, (Im asking for £300 funding 
for the next academic year). Electronics is and will always be a mystery to 
me but I hope some of my students can eventually show me a few pointers. 
I have some quite bright students in my class, at the age of 11-12 years. I 
have wondered If any of them will become engineers in the future as a 
result of my tank building class. nothing would make me more happy. It can 
be hard going teaching these kids but every now and again I see them doing 
something that they couldnt do some weeks ago, This more than makes up for 
the times when they damage something i`ve started off for them because they 
havent listened or I`ve explained something badly. who knows? 

Neil R





On Monday, July 1, 2013 8:52:37 PM UTC-7, RocketMan wrote:
>
> That looks great, Neil ! I wish my school had projects like that.
>
>  
>
> I have a story you may want to share with your students. I guess you can 
> call it “How R/C Tanks Changed My Life”. Or maybe, “Life is Funny Like 
> That”.
>
>  
>
> Anyway, about seven years ago I built my first R/C Tank vehicle. I wanted 
> something computer controlled, so I studied up on R/C technology, 
> electronics and robotics and built one. It was so much fun that I built my 
> second vehicle, ‘Bad Kitty’, that I still have.
>
>  
>
> I learned so much that I was able to compete in some robotics 
> competitions. I ended up in Barcelona at the World Championships.
>
>  
>
> From that experience, I learned enough to enter a simulated autonomous 
> driving competition sponsored by KIA. I finished third.
>
>  
>
> A few months ago, a project manager for the DARPA Robotics Challenge 
> contacted me to work on their team. Part of that challenge is autonomous 
> driving, and he had seen my contact information in the KIA challenge. The 
> team I’m on, WPI, ended up doing very well (
> http://www.darpa.mil/NewsEvents/Releases/2013/06/27.aspx). The team won 
> funding ($750k I think) and the use of ATLAS robot from Boston Dynamics to 
> continue with next phase of the competition.
>
>  
>
> Now, they’ve hired me part-time to work on the project. I’m a (semi) 
> professional roboticist which is like THE GREATEST THING EVER.
>
>  
>
> I never planned any of this. It never felt much like work. I started out 
> doing something I loved – building a crazy R/C tank – and just went with 
> it. There’s probably a moral to this story or a lesson for your students, 
> here. I’m not sure what it is. Just let them know what happened to me 
> because of this hobby.
>
>  
>
> -  Doug
>
>  
>
> *From:* rctank...@googlegroups.com  [mailto:
> rctank...@googlegroups.com ] *On Behalf Of *jvragu47
> *Sent:* Monday, July 1, 2013 10:47 PM
> *To:* rctank...@googlegroups.com 
> *Subject:* Re: [TANKS] Two new tanks under construction part 1.
>
>  
>
> Nicely done Neil. What a great school project.
>
> On Monday, July 1, 2013 7:18:16 PM UTC-4, Neil Rochford wrote:
>
> Where were at at the end of June - 
>
>  
>
>
> http://s224.photobucket.com/user/neroc1/media/SchooltanksJune13_zps8a494d60.mp4.html
>
>  
>
> This tank will be completed soon. 
>
>  
>
> Neil R 
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Re: [TANKS] Two new tanks under construction part 1.

[Neil Rochford]

Where were at at the end of June - 

http://s224.photobucket.com/user/neroc1/media/SchooltanksJune13_zps8a494d60.mp4.html

This tank will be completed soon. 

Neil R 

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Re: [TANKS] Re: New Business

[Neil Rochford]

Well , I can tell you that Im very impressed, not only with the performance 
of the tank but also the speed you have put it together. I dont know what 
$`s you will be asking for these machines but I see it likely that you`ll 
experience healthy sales. 
Did all the track pad survive the last video ?

Neil R


On Wednesday, June 26, 2013 4:47:52 PM UTC-7, lo...@fieldofarmortanks.com 
wrote:
>
> I finally took the Tiger to the TEST: 30 uninterrupted minutes of Rough 
> Terrain, climbing embankment, crushing plants... This is interesting, as 
> this Tiger is ABS, with plastic tracks, plastic wheels (steel plate 
> reinforced), plastic sprockets and plastic idlers.
> The only touches that seems necessary are: move the Idlers slightly more 
> outside, as they seem to partially jump the guide teeth, and make an 
> outer-sprocket teeth ring in laser cut metal to grab the tracks better.
>
> But for starters, it looks good! You tell me?
> http://youtu.be/Ie-G5MxXI04
> http://youtu.be/mUsMMQ7MCkI
>
> http://youtu.be/rGZObGt5MYk
> On the last video, as the tank goes over that big rock, it slammed the 
> emergency on/off button inside the hull and turned off the power!
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[TANKS] Re: the build slowly restarts

[Neil Rochford]

I expect you could re-coop some of the cost of that 3D printer by making 
drive wheels for fellow nearby tankers. Drive wheels are a part of the tank 
that I have struggled with. I have never built a true positive drive wheel 
to date and Ive built a lot of drive wheels.
Are you sure the plastic will be strong enough ? Excuse my ignorance but I 
know nothing about this technology.
Anyway , dam good show.

Neil R

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Re: [TANKS] Re: BATTLE ALERT

[Neil Rochford]

That weekend is good for me.  sound like its gonna be a biggie

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: BATTLE ALERT

[Neil Rochford]

Very glad to hear it, is there any news of the fall battle date, or is it 
still to early to plan ?
I wish the UK was in the position to host such events, we just dont have 
the same commitment.
How wonderful it would be to have the chance to attend the US battles,

Neil R

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[TANKS] c6c layout help

[Neil Rochford]

Dear Mr Pittelli . 
myself and Mr Gaskel at Stockport Academy are about to teach our students 
how to construct the number of c6c controllers you very kindly sent us. 
However I have realized I dont have a picture or diagram of a c6c. You sent 
3 completed and 3 kit form controllers but the completed ones are a quite 
different design layout to the 3 in kit form. 
Do you happen to have a diagram/picture of the ones in kit form please as I 
cant find it on here-  

http://www.cheapcontrolsystems.com/ 

Many thanks 

Neil R




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[TANKS] Re: My new turret making method

[Neil Rochford]

Paintball blasts are not to be underestimated, a few years ago "war in the 
woods" era, 
Pete Arundels valentine fired a shot at close range (12 feet or so ) and it 
blow a piece of the leopards turret clean off. we were nothing short of 
amazed that a paintball could do this as it was pinned, glued and painted 
6mm ply .sadly this drama wasn't caught on film.
As always battles are the best tests for structural resistance, its often 
were the faults are found.

Neil 

On Wednesday, June 12, 2013 8:59:49 AM UTC-7, Robert Currie wrote:
>
>
>
> On Monday, June 10, 2013 10:26:10 AM UTC-4, Neil Rochford wrote:
>>
>> New from the FTF ... After wasting much time with paper mache on a 
>> possitive mold, I have had a revelation, Ive been taught how to use the 
>> laser cutter, ( its called a laser printer in our school )
>> I have spent many hours learning the software+hardware and now Im quite 
>> efficient with it.
>> I have printed out all the individual shapes of the scorpion turret out 
>> of standard 3mm hardboard (22 pieces in total) and I am pleased to say 
>> my results are very good, I have used masking tape to hold the parts 
>> together then reinforced all the joints with inch strips a paper mache. 
>>  after just a few layers its quite solid, It will be very easy to coat with 
>> fiberglass that will make it very strong, with a few internal supports I 
>> will be able to stand on the turret, 
>> The best thing about this system is now I have all the individual shapes 
>> on my computer I can make as many perfect copies as I wish.
>>
>> pic 1 shows some of the printed sections.
>> pic 2 shows how I tape them internally first.
>> pic 3 shows my turret taking shape.
>> pic 4 only a few parts to go, Im very happy with this result.
>>
>> This building method gives the internal turret space at its maximum, its 
>> very cheep (if you have a laser printer) and if supervised, children can do 
>> it. 
>>
>> I have started work on a tetrach turret then I`ll be designing a Fox 
>> turret. The Fox will be quite challenging due to it rounded sides, but I 
>> have a plan to overcome this issue. 
>>
>> If anyone out there is currently building a Fox , The FTF will be 
>> delighted to ship you a kit form turret pack that can be built and 
>> fiberglassed at your end. 
>> This offer is obviously open to anyone,  anyone at all, but especially to 
>> my good friends at AMW. 
>>
>> Neil R
>>
>>
>
>  Nice work !! I can not wait to see the finished hull Are you 
> going to test a sample to see how thick fiberglass will withstand paint 
> ball blast 
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[TANKS] Re: My new turret making method

[Neil Rochford]

Its called "2D design" its very old . I just asked Iain ( the bloke you met 
at my place) to install it on my work computer. to date i`ve only scratched 
the surface of its ability's. he has said he will install on my home pc 
also.
the only limitation is the size of the prints 300X550 ish and the amount of 
hours I can get to use the machine. 
This could be a major mile stone in UK tank construction. I dont see why 
whole tanks cant be printed using this method, fiberglass and struts can 
provide all the strength that will be required for hulls and turrets. once 
the drawings are perfected I can make any number of lightweight and sturdy 
tank parts, it can cut a wide range of materials (except PVC and metal).
Im even thinking it can print track pads cut from 4mm birch ply. its a case 
of setting it up then returning a while later to retrieve the prints, all 
perfectly cut every time.

very neat .

Neil 





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> Neat, Neil! Now what CAD program do you use?
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[TANKS] Re: and the link.

[Neil Rochford]

My golly gosh , you Americans have such deep voices.




On Tuesday, June 4, 2013 5:43:38 PM UTC-7, jvragu47 wrote:
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> http://youtu.be/w_1cjCJw45U
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Re: [TANKS] Cage Match video

[Neil Rochford]

"Diggin all them groovy movin tuneage" ,  FTF

Thanks for that, fantastic piece of footage. at first I thought you had ran 
it at a faster speed, Im gonna get marmalized when I come to battle in MAG 
ville.

Neil " now with a wobbly chair " R

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[TANKS] Talon controllers in the UK

[Neil Rochford]

I have just had a reply for Tochnobots -

*"Sorry but we have no current plans to extend our range of speed 
controllers although that controller is not one that I am familiar with and 
the rating looks a bit too good to be true. I will take a closer look 
though just in case it is something we could stock. It will not happen 
quickly so it if your need is such, best to order direct from the 
manufacturer.*
*Kind regards*
*Paul"*
*
*
Can anyone tell me where to buy one of these at a good price from outside 
the UK please ?

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: M4A3 75mm Build Project

[Neil Rochford]

Søren welcome to the hobby. There have been other Scandinavian builders 
over the years that have built fine tanks, I hope you become one yourself 
soon, your Sherman parts look excellent .

I think Rob Currie`s point was that the more people buy electronic speed 
controllers and test them, then the more information the group will have as 
a consequence. 
I think I myself was the first to use a "sabertooth 2X25" in battle and I 
found that they are ok for a while at least but will need to be replaced 
after a year or two. I have just bought a "sabertooth 2X60" and it works 
great but has not yet seen battle, let alone a few years of battle. I do 
like the look of these "Talon" controllers, I have just written to 
my supplier in the UK (Technobots) to ask if they are going to be stocked 
here. Id like to give them a try myself, when I do I`ll pass on my 
findings, good or bad, to the group. I think this was all Robert was trying 
to say.

Neil R


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[TANKS] Re: UK vehicles

[Neil Rochford]

Thank you gentlemen, 

Chris , if you organize a battle somewhere near you on a Sunday maybe, you 
could be right back into it. Anytime over the Summer that fits everyones 
holidays .lets talk !!

The JP seal of approval is enough approval for me. And I do enjoy watching 
US battles.

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: colour for Fox FV721 ?

[Neil Rochford]

Joe , I smile upon your wonderful fox creation, I dont know what is 
"acceptable" but personally I`ll be very disappointed if you loose those 
purple hubs. 
Mr Tang and Arrundle can fume till the cows come home but my "funky" fox 
will follow your fine example.  Im perfectly happy with the underpowered 
standard servo that I have already fitted to my fox, if in a few years it 
dies, I`ll invest another 5 quid and fit a new one.

Neil  "No Biggie"  R

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[TANKS] Re: Photos of my proyects. I'm now making the E-100

[Neil Rochford]

superb build detail. impressive in every way. 

Neil R

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Re: [TANKS] Drive Hubs

[Neil Rochford]

On Thursday, May 2, 2013 5:39:37 AM UTC-7, odyssey...@aol.com wrote:
>
>  WOW!
>  
> when i saw the first pictures of the steel parts i thought "these parts 
> look nice and clean" and was going to wow for just them, but the other 
> dress-up parts..
>  
> WOW (see what i did there, i added a few more ! to it) those parts are 
> just incredible looking
>  
> wasn't there some way to just make real tracks?
>  
> Chris
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[TANKS] Re: Drive Hubs

[Neil Rochford]

wonderful work, 11 teeth ? 

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: M4A1 GRIZZLY PROGRESS

[Neil Rochford]

I just love your tank work. just dont make it look too good, and I hope you 
get it shot at .

Neil R

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Re: [TANKS] Two new tanks under construction part 1.

[Neil Rochford]

http://static.photobucket.com/player.swf?file=http://vid224.photobucket.com/albums/dd267/neroc1/schooltanksApril012_zpsac73b3c2.mp4";>

Neil " did anyone expext that ?" R

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[TANKS] Re: New Business

[Neil Rochford]

Can your tank do zero turns on grass ?
Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: New Business

[Neil Rochford]

Can your tank do zero turns on grass? 
Neil R


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Re: [TANKS] Re: T34-85 from Denmark

[Neil Rochford]

I might ask Frank to open a new section of the site called "What Neil 
expects" I have been spending large amounts of time teaching pre teenage 
tankers and as a consequence my manner maybe becoming somewhat 
condescending. Id like nothing more than to introduce such a regime to 
rctankcombat, whereas anyone lacking behind in construction, (in my 
opinion) will become my subject for criticism. obviously in a 
constructive manner, or some other manner of my choosing.
Any message dated 28th January (or any other date) predicting FTF progress 
was merely a prediction and therefor can not fall within the rules stated 
above.

Neil "Your leader has spoken you have two weeks" R



On Monday, April 8, 2013 3:16:15 PM UTC-7, Niels Erik Kristensen wrote:
>
> Yes, and i have not forget what you wrote on januar 28!!
> But you dont now me-When i say that i will do somthing-Then consider it 
> done :-)   I especkt the motors to be in the tank, and running, in 2-4 
> weeks :-)
>
> Neil is pretty demanding :)  Just kidding.
>>
>> Nice work.
>>
>> Derek
>>
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Re: [TANKS] Re: T34-85 from Denmark

[Neil Rochford]

Like it , now we want to see them motors fitted, that can take a while i 
know , nice progress.

Neil R

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Re: [TANKS] MAG esc`s in tanks

[Neil Rochford]

Thanks for all the advice, I`ll post pics of any electrical work I do 
before I turn any power on to anything expensive.
Neil R

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Re: [TANKS] MAG esc`s in tanks

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Ok , now I`ve goggled capacitor and done some considerable reading, I`ve un 
blown my brain on the subject (after Mr Arundles complications) , so the 
only question is how many farads of a capacitor would one require for a 12v 
 / 100w ( ish ) pair of motors ?   do they have a "way round"   + and - ? 
( I did buy a 10 pack of caps many years ago that Joe Summer told me about, 
I`ll find and fit them )

Diodes, Im struggling with . Frank wrote - "relays/solenoids should always 
have at least a diode placed across the coil leads (in reverse direction)"

my questions -
1, Are the "coil leads" the +&- wires ( v+ & gnd ) into the "relays/solenoid" 
?

2 ,What size/type of diode ( there are many) for what size/type of coil ?   
does 
it matter? 

3 ,How does the reverse direction thing work ?  is that zero resistance 
side of the diode to the V+ wire on the  relays/solenoid and Vice versa ? 
will anything be damaged if it was connected the wrong way ?

I realize I know very little about electronics and to be honest it hurts my 
head, so if Im just out of my depth , please just tell me so and I`ll give 
up. but it would be nice to learn. 
my leopard ( T051 ) often fired a shot via the actuator when the turret 
turned at speed. I think the motor (that spat out sparks) triggered the 
actuator. id like to be able to avoid this in the future.

Neil "Sorry to be a dummy" R

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Re: [TANKS] MAG esc`s in tanks

[Neil Rochford]

So if the interference is from the motors to the receiver why does it not 
affect the receiver when I use a commercial esc like the sabertooth ? does 
the sabertooth prohibit nasty "spikes" to the motors ? 

This will be a 2.4 gig system. 

What would a tin foil hat look like ? and what would be wearing the hat? 
the motors, the receiver ?? 
I dunno 

With thanks , Neil R

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Re: [TANKS] Re: Fox FV721 hull

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Joe  so close,,,
I was banking on a slight blow to the head ( nothing serious ) from a sail 
boom ( or what ever ) to Dr Pittellis head that might distract him and give 
us the break we needed to sneak AC007 into the hall of fame. ( maybe I 
watch too much TV )
We have failed this time due to a few clerical errors and somehow the 
Euro/Mediterranean economic climate, maybe the good Dr also saw it coming. 
but fear not, we will return with our wackyraces style tank building.

The funky anvil goes from strength to strength.

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[TANKS] Re: Fox FV721 hull

[Neil Rochford]

That would either be a "Scorpox" or a "Fopion". 

The 500 Scopion turrets are on hold till the kids come back off Easter 
holidays.

Please, please please put your "sherox" up for designation. Frank is far 
too busy to notice the slight historic inaccuracy's,  the laugh would do me 
good.

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Re: Re: [TANKS] Track Mold

[Neil Rochford]

Ive just goggled a tiger 1 hull and it said - 20 ft 8 in.
divided by 1/6 is about 3 and a half feet. 
welcome to the 1/6 th gang Kyle 
Neil R


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Re: [TANKS] Track Mold

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Hello Kyle . Please dont be put off by Bills frustration. its true that 
members are few and far between. but the more new builders build, the 
nearer they`ll be. 

A number of tanks have molded track pads. I think its a great method of 
making tracks. 
Have a look here -

http://rctankcombat.com/articles/track-systems/

T001 and T011 are the ones to look at.

If you find you live a long way from any other tanker , just build another 
one and pass the controls to a friend. btw paintballs in a sealed container 
should last a long time. I have used  paint thats many years old with out 
any problem.

Will your 1/8th scale tank be 3 foot long ?

Neil R


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[TANKS] Re: Tyng Industries Newest Production Facility Reaches Major Milestone

[Neil Rochford]

A very nice work space, no doubt some fine pieces of kit will be born out 
of it. 
Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: 4 wheeled fighting vehicle

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Thanks Steve for those excellent drawings. I could not ask for more ?

Joe , Im honored that you would follow my example involving construction 
methods, ( actually it was Phil Palmer who showed me how paper mache can be 
a build material ) but  the main reasons I use paper mache is its a handy 
way of keeping younger students occupied,  (I have mostly 11 year olds) 
 and also its very cheep.  When I have more school money I`ll switch to 
fiber glass + resin. when Ive proved to the school I can get these kids 
making reliable machines they will dig deeper in the funding purse.
If I was to use paper mache on the Fox turret I would need a rigid type of 
material to form the  ovoid part where the two halves meet . maybe an inch 
wide piece of plywood, shaped to follow the arc, "is it called a chord ?",  
 
I know its circular and not ovoid but I still think a frying pan hacked at 
the ends is a simple enough idea, (better than a chip pan anyway).
Personally I would not feel confident in a US battle with a paper mache 
turret, I think American battles are more fierce than UK battles. There is 
only me that currently owns anything that I would consider "dangerous" in 
the UK . The fearful Mr Tang will blast a paper turret to destruction in 
the first 5 minutes of play.

Id like to see your progress when you make it. In my opinion every body 
should make their progress public, its a great motivator to others.

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: 4 wheeled fighting vehicle

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I forgot to say , the best plan view I can find up to now is attached to my 
last email. If you have better / bigger drawings Id very much like to see 
them, thanks . 

Joe wrote- "Fox turrets were mounted on Scorpion hulls to create the Sabre."
Are you sure scorpion turrets have never been fixed on top of fox hulls to 
create the "funky Sabre"

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: 4 wheeled fighting vehicle

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Joe wrote- "Unfortunately the Fox turret is not the same as the Scorpion"

dam!  I thought Id be lucky to get away with that little simplification  8)

An Anvilus / Funky Tank Foundry collaboration sounds very interesting. 
(I haven't told my students that they are part of anything "funky" yet, 
 they might not understand).
What do you have in mind ? I saw your PowerWheels Lil Quad, thought it was 
great.

looking at the fox turret each half could be a wok / frying pan, with two 
sides cut out and replaced with two flat boards.

have you started the turret yet ?

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: 4 wheeled fighting vehicle

[Neil Rochford]

Thanks fellers , I like all of those,
 
My favorite could be the fox-

http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=i&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=fwiyySAtwVwtsM&tbnid=ht9hiTbaegCqjM:&ved=0CAgQjRwwAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.khakicorpsimports.com%2Fin-fox.htm&ei=p_Y9UZ_SJqi47Aahr4GQBA&psig=AFQjCNGaQrdK8TFo1RL7_V9Dv9z0I9kOTA&ust=1363101735706260

And will be perfect to scale. And as a bonus that turret looks a lot like a 
turret mold I already have.

Neil R

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[TANKS] 4 wheeled fighting vehicle

[Neil Rochford]

I have had a donation of a 4 wheeled off road racing car , I think it is in 
 the reign of 1/5 scale,
I havent taken a photo yet but it is about 30" long and 16"  wide. 
I have thought of building something like this-

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Dingo_2.jpg

I would like to build something with a turret but I dont know what , 

Ideas and suggestions are welcome.

Regards , Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: New Business

[Neil Rochford]

welcome Loic. 

what part of the world are you in ? Do you plan to control your tanks via 
Wifi ? if so my school where I teach an after school tank building class is 
looking at just that, using a bluebery pie , ( or some colour of pie) . I 
know nothing of the tech side or electronics, Im just the tank builder ( 
wood and metal is my thing ).

We are in the North west of England . 

Neil R




On Wednesday, March 6, 2013 1:06:03 PM UTC-8, lo...@fieldofarmortanks.com 
wrote:
>
> Hello Fellow Hobbyists,
>
> I'm Loic Anthian, newbie on this Group, Owner/Operator of Field of Armor 
> Tanks LLC. http://www.fieldofarmortanks.com (1/6 scale 
> Tiger,
>  
> Panther,
>  
> Jadgpanther,
>  
> Jagpanzer 
> L70, 
> Brummbar,
>  
> Pz.IV 
> Ausf.H,
>  
> StuG 
> IV, 
> Nashorn,
>  
> Sd.Kfz.251Cand
>  
> 251D,
>  
> M3 
> Half-track
> )
>
>
> I'm wondering if anyone has tried to take one of the FOA products and made 
> them "gamer compatible"?
>
>
> The reason I'm interested is that we are changing our business direction 
> from strictly models and making the Panther/Jagdpanther offerings fully R/C 
> compatible as well as gamer ready. We think that we might be R/C ready on 
> these products by this month with our first two prototype in testing, but 
> it will take until summer for gamer upgrades... we might need some 
> "Pointers"...
> My ultimate dream: paintball capable (with recoil), laser guidance, camera 
> system, sound system (Benedini)
>
> Please send me an email if you wish to help us get there!
>
> lo...@fieldofarmortanks.com 
>
>
>
> 
>

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[TANKS] Re: hello,

[Neil Rochford]

OK its working !!!


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[TANKS] hello,

[Neil Rochford]

is the site working ? it might have two very simular postings from me 
because the first one didnt send.

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[TANKS] Re: T34-85 from Denmark

[Neil Rochford]

I have a question , what is holding the discs together whilst you router 
them into circular wheels  ? And did you make a jig to hold all the parts 
of the wheel in line as they are assembled ? when ever I have attempted 
what I can see you are doing, me wheels have "wobble" built into them. I 
have had to do conriderable sanding afterwards to correct my mistake.

I think you might want to introduce some steel to your wheels since you 
have wooden wheels and metal track guides. the guides will "eat" the wheels 
within a short amount of time, of at least mine did when I built T051
I made this out of an old bathroom cabinet  -

http://rctankcombat.com/tanks/T051/019-large.jpg

http://rctankcombat.com/tanks/T051/020-large.jpg

Neil R


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[TANKS] Re: T34-85 from Denmark

[Neil Rochford]

Impressive work, 
I have been following your build with much interest. 
I agree with Sam and strongly suspect that your 2mm swing arms will bend at 
some point due to all the power your tank will have. swing arms need to 
cope with considerable forces and I would use 6x20mm mild steel as a 
minimum. the weakest point will be at the pivot.
keep up this very good effort.

Neil R
 

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[TANKS] Re: Application for Designation

[Neil Rochford]

excellent work, A very worthy addition to your growing tank list.
Neil R 

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[TANKS] Re: hit sensors

[Neil Rochford]

during Uk battles we use "hit detection" also.
A "splat" of paint is a very tell tail sign of a hit . Im aware that the US 
have a similar system.

Please show video of your device in operation.

Neil R

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Re: [TANKS] Re: Tyng T-Max Suspension Photos

[Neil Rochford]

Just before the festive period Mr Arundle wrote > "I would argue that 
although Neil is a prolific tank builder I'd argue that I am a better 
designer and engineer"

below is a series of photos of the valentine "T073 aka Petes tank" that I 
built and handed over to him almost exactly 5 years ago.






I ply skinned the turret and painted everything with grey primer. 
I hoped it would be only a few weeks and T073 would be a serious contender 
for the leopard ( aka Neils Tank )

Mr Arundel also said >"speaking as a man who has successfully fabricated 
Vickers Slow-Motion suspension" 
and 
"from a 'get out there and battle' point of view I am beginning to think 
that the simpler the better might be the way forward in future"

with all that said Id like to draw attention to T073 today-

http://www.rctankcombat.com/tanks/T073/

My question to Mr Arundle is can you give me your definition of the word 
"better" and the word "successfully"? 

Also to Mr Tang, I feel I must warn you , Mr Arundel is from a place called 
the Midlands, but if you ever met him you might thing you have met an 
individual from Middle Earth, at this point "feeling the luv" might not be 
so desirable. 
Mr Arundel has an excellent ability to source materials, and that is good 
enough reason alone to say he has a very integral position in the KOR. I 
just wish he would use these "better" skills and "successfully" bring a 
tank to a UK battle.

I dont know about "luv" but my appreciation towards Mr Pittelli ( and Mr 
Sommer ) is enormous. 
Especially in a week or so when the considerable shipment of free rc 
equipment lands at my door, my tank building kids will be absolutely
 thrilled.

Neil " I quite like `T Max` too " R








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[TANKS] Re: New T34 build

[Neil Rochford]

Wonderful , do post pictures of your build.

Neil R 


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[TANKS] Re: Newcomer with questions

[Neil Rochford]

Welcome to the site 
Deflected shots do not count, a paintball needs to leave a viable mark for 
a "hit" to be counted. Sloped armor will give a small advantage but I`ve 
not seen much evidence of this in the battles I have been involved in.

A suspension system will add to the maneuverability of your tank but its 
not particularly worth the effort on a first tank. Id advise that you make 
provisions in your build to enable your self to  add suspension later. A 
good example of this is Fred Thompson `s T064 :-

http://rctankcombat.com/tanks/T064/002-large.jpg

The T34 is an excellent tank , T005 is a very good tank to copy and Steve 
Tang has all his plans posted in the build pages.

The simpler the better for your first tank,  I have a Tetrarch on the go at 
the moment. a very simple tank. but bear in mind also that the small tanks 
will present challenges to fit the paintball marker when the space inside 
the turret runs out.

best of luck and ask lots of questions.

Neil R 

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[TANKS] Re: Best Wishes

[Neil Rochford]

Fred Wrote :- "If Christmas isn't your thing, different religion- whatever, 
then 
please feel free to simply enjoy the season with us."

Will do Fred , If you can share a mince pie with an Atheist /Jedi like 
myself then good on you.
I have friends who experience no more than "present giving day" , where as 
I believe the festive season is a time for family/friends and Christmas is 
for children. 

I look forward to Franks new year message where he addresses his "flock" 
and lists his prediction of who he expects to flourish in 2013. This 
highlight to my year was missing last Christmas and I was saddened as I 
expect to do well in it. I enjoy it even more then the DeathStar office 
disco. 

>From All here at the FTF and on Tatooien, Happy holidays.

Neil R 

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Re: [TANKS] Re: Here's some more...!!

[Neil Rochford]

Thank you for your kind words, but in the UK it has to be said that we are 
a team.
Mr Arundel ,Mr Palmer and Mr Malton have all built assets ( with 
various success ) and hosted battles ( with great success ). Thats what its 
all about.
even with 5 tanks Id be quite bored stood in my garden on my own. its 
the personality's ( or sometimes clash of personalities ) that make each UK 
event fun. I imagine its much the same in the US.

Neil R

On Wednesday, 19 December 2012 20:30:31 UTC-8, LIJagdpanther888 wrote:
>
>  Hey Neil,
>  
> Your work in the hobby is definitely " the dog's boll..." ( I did some 
> homework...) on several fronts.
>  
> From a person that has built zero vehicles, I applaud your efforts in 
> giving the hobby a solid boost in your area.  Building enough vehicles to 
> create a "match" deserves recognition.  Reminds me of the extent I would go 
> through to ensure that a deck hockey game (hockey on foot, without ice, 
> usually played with a ball) could be had as I attended college.  I built 
> the nets at the school's wood shop (and always carted them around to the 
> place where we played), provided ninety percent of the sticks-even though I 
> only needed one for myself, provided balls, pucks, full goalie equipment 
> (despite never formally being a goalie), making all the phone calls to 
> coordinate the games played... all the time knowing that this is what it 
> takes to see something you love get off the ground. .  Heck, I'd even *
> play* goalie, if it meant that a game would commence.  So I fully 
> understand your dedication!!
>  
> Secondly, your efforts with the school kids sounds brilliant, you are 
> creating a legacy.  I sincerely hope that those kids see it through, and 
> some of them carry the torch.
>  
> Thanks "Admiral" Rochford, for sharing your grand efforts!!
>  
> Dave "silly old septic"  D.
>
> - Original Message - 
> *From:* Neil Rochford  
> *To:* rctank...@googlegroups.com  
> *Sent:* Wednesday, December 19, 2012 5:56 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [TANKS] Re: Here's some more...!!
>
> Dave wrote: "what's the count in the garage" 
>
> Mr Arundel often comes round to my house and spends time in the garage but 
> hes OK really, Oh sorry, theres an "o" in "count".
> If you mean "how many tanks have you built" then I think its about 5 or 6. 
> I have to be honest and confess that none of my tanks are of a very high 
> standard. I just wanted to bang plenty out so that battles could start in 
> the UK.
> I have 4 new tanks under construction as part of an enrichment program at 
> my school where I now work. I`ll be posting progress this Christmas of the 
> kids work. these will not be armed with paintball markers but NERF guns 
> instead (for now with safety in mind). Im creating a new generation of 
> tankers for future battles. They think Im a bit mad but they still turn up 
> every week.
> Neil " you dont need a navy to own a fleet" R 
>  
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Re: [TANKS] Re: Here's some more...!!

[Neil Rochford]

Dave wrote: "what's the count in the garage"

Mr Arundel often comes round to my house and spends time in the garage but 
hes OK really, Oh sorry, theres an "o" in "count".
If you mean "how many tanks have you built" then I think its about 5 or 6. 
I have to be honest and confess that none of my tanks are of a very high 
standard. I just wanted to bang plenty out so that battles could start in 
the UK.
I have 4 new tanks under construction as part of an enrichment program at 
my school where I now work. I`ll be posting progress this Christmas of the 
kids work. these will not be armed with paintball markers but NERF guns 
instead (for now with safety in mind). Im creating a new generation of 
tankers for future battles. They think Im a bit mad but they still turn up 
every week.
Neil " you dont need a navy to own a fleet" R 

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Re: [TANKS] Re: Here's some more...!!

[Neil Rochford]

Dave wrote :"I'm sorry to hear about the snub, but it sounds like you're 
having more fun with the hobby as it is."
Actually the pain of the social rejection is enough to make a man go into 
his garage and not come out until he had build a fleet of 1/6th tanks, just 
to show a cruel word that he is a force to be reckoned with and to be taken 
seriously.

Neil "That Arundel fellow is just salt in my wounds" R



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Re: [TANKS] Re: Here's some more...!!

[Neil Rochford]

Well Dave, I`ve been trying to contact this fellow ever since you brought 
him to our attention, I have discovered that he/them are part of the UK 
tank club (UKTC). 
The UKTC is an organisation that I have been ignored by on occasions over 
the last 6 years. They build a fantastic array of rc tanks and static 
displays,There attention to detail is remarkable with sound modules and so 
forth. They are not interested in having paintballs fired at there 
beautiful creations. 
Im sure they know all about us ( rctankcombat )but maybe consider us to be 
a little childish, playing tank paintball games and not getting down to the 
serious business of building tanks that look and sound 100% like the real 
thing. I could be wrong, 
Maybe they just dont like me, theres plenty that dont.

listening to the accents of people on the video I cant hear one that sound 
even remotely Scottish, Quite a few northern voices but nowhere I can 
pinpoint.

Neil R

On Sunday, 16 December 2012 19:08:38 UTC-8, LIJagdpanther888 wrote:
>
>  Hey Neil,
>  
> Funny, but I meant could you verify that it's most likely from SCOTLAND?!! 
> (Ardwell, Scotland?).
>  
> Perhaps, based on the shrubbery present, the look and composition of the 
> mud, and the prevailing weather conditions for the day...
>  
> But thanks for the input regarding infernoed jeeps...
>  
> Dave "Geography Matters" D.
>
> - Original Message - 
> *From:* Neil Rochford  
> *To:* rctank...@googlegroups.com  
> *Sent:* Sunday, December 16, 2012 1:27 PM
> *Subject:* [TANKS] Re: Here's some more...!!
>
> I can confirm that setting a small jeep on fire will leave it in the exact 
> condition you saw in the film,  
>
> Neil "Thats what happened to SV012" R
>
>
> On Saturday, 15 December 2012 11:59:31 UTC-8, LIJagdpanther888 wrote: 
>>
>>  Me again...
>>  
>> This person, is a HOOT!!
>>  
>> RCTANKSRME is his tag on YouTube...
>>  
>> Another great one, different vein...  FUNNY!!
>>  
>> Unless you're the JEEP...
>>  
>> I believe they are out of Scotland... Ardwell. 
>>  
>> Peter, Neil, does it sound right, can you verify this?
>>  
>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=fvwp&v=ghdu114m4OQ&NR=1
>>  
>>  
>>  
>> Dave "It doesn't take much to entertain my brain"  D.
>>
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[TANKS] Re: Here's some more...!!

[Neil Rochford]

I can confirm that setting a small jeep on fire will leave it in the exact 
condition you saw in the film, 

Neil "Thats what happened to SV012" R


On Saturday, 15 December 2012 11:59:31 UTC-8, LIJagdpanther888 wrote:
>
>  Me again...
>  
> This person, is a HOOT!!
>  
> RCTANKSRME is his tag on YouTube...
>  
> Another great one, different vein...  FUNNY!!
>  
> Unless you're the JEEP...
>  
> I believe they are out of Scotland... Ardwell. 
>  
> Peter, Neil, does it sound right, can you verify this?
>  
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=fvwp&v=ghdu114m4OQ&NR=1
>  
>  
>  
> Dave "It doesn't take much to entertain my brain"  D.
>

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Re: [TANKS] Fred Simms' hot new ride

[Neil Rochford]

Either That or a small earthquake was taking place during filming and the 
camera man/person has a remarkably steady hand.
Neil R 

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[TANKS] Re: Missing Descussion

[Neil Rochford]

Looks great fun Aaron, and mighty fast. 
I only hope you keep this hobby going also, People from your area will 
build one day. 
Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: STOP THE PRESSES!

[Neil Rochford]

So any one who lives near by to Steve , just drive round and have a look 
through his window .

 Neil " Its what we do round ere " R

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[TANKS] Re: Missing Descussion

[Neil Rochford]

I was wondering where that had gone , Myself and the handbag are planning 
on spectating a few UK races next season, it looks like a fantastic hobby.
Neil R


On Saturday, 1 December 2012 08:47:26 UTC-8, Aaron wrote:
>
> Where did the soapbox topic go? And why no notice it was removed?

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[TANKS] Re: MAG Skunkworks

[Neil Rochford]

I got it , its for 90% bending of suspension arms, and it looks like its 
seen a bit of action already.



On Monday, 19 November 2012 20:03:07 UTC-8, jvragu47 wrote:
>
> Spent some time yesterday making some tools.   
>
> To be viewed in 3 parts, 2 of the tools and 1 of the end result.
>
> Any guesses gang?
>

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[TANKS] Re: MAG Skunkworks

[Neil Rochford]

Im guessing it`ll provide equal spacing for drilling holes.
Neil



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[TANKS] Re: Abominator ready for battle

[Neil Rochford]

I have an interest in this track and drive sprocket, I would very much 
appreciate a few more detailed "build pages" on the track construction. Im 
about to benefit from access to a cad controlled laser cutter, so making 
multiple drive sprockets like these will be the way ahead for FTF 
future vehicles.  Im also wondering how your track guide teeth were 
constructed.
Pray tell , Neil R

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[TANKS] papier mache tanks ?

[Neil Rochford]

Due to how impressed I was with the high quality of T055s new turret 
( congratulations to Mr Palmer ),Im seriously thinking about using this 
building material for making ( and mass producing hull / turrets ) for my 
project in the school. I have had the kids building plywood hulls at 
an unbelievable slow pace (all most as slow as some people on here,) and so 
im looking for alternatives.
What id like to know is what experience have members had with "layered" 
paper mache, good or bad ? 
Im thinking of building a tank hull / turret mold, with screws in it where 
I want accurate holes, then simply add layer after layer of news paper 
soaked in wall paper paste, then painted with emulsion inside and out and 
finished with coats of varnish. these tanks are powered by KKM, with less 
than 50w of power at 12v so I think they will miss the pounding most of us 
expect our tanks to endure . If Im wrong then we will have some very 
annoyed 11-15 year olds.

Neil R 

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[TANKS] Re: A Bridge Too Far

[Neil Rochford]

Frank Pettelli wrote:- "We always have plenty of spare 
gear, so spectators can soon become combatants and join in the fun."

Best of luck to all those attending the battle this weekend.
If I were located within striking distance of the East Coast ( New England 
as we used to call it ) Id make the most of this fantastic opportunity.

Neil R

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Re: [TANKS] A new way to make lots of work for Frank !!

[Neil Rochford]

My gratitude for making my rctankcombat experience even better.

Neil R



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[TANKS] Re: Recruiting Event

[Neil Rochford]

John wrote:- "We went though at least 1500 rounds of paint. And at 10 
rounds per gunner, that is a lot of gunners. "

Way to go MAG . 150 potential new builders. sounds like a great day. 
This is what the KOR should be doing.

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

Thank you gentlemen, 
Saturday the 18th of August was a big day for the rctankcombat world on 
both sides of the pond. 
The UK event was a great day.
Thanks to : - 
Phil for traveling long distance with his tanks - 
Claire for all the photos/videos/cups of tea and chocolate hobnobs -
Iain for not moaning once when the Leopard wouldn't work - 
Pete for providing the Co2 and special thanks to my neighbors for not 
calling the police when their windows were shot at.

Pics / vids / reports and scores are being compiled.

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: My friend Kurt

[Neil Rochford]

A great loss and a great bloke. 

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: T076 Sherman

[Neil Rochford]

Sharing your Joy Aaron :)

Neil R


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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

Normally Id be very happy to use Mr Pots land, however If I hold an event 
at my house I can provide 3-4 assets and 2 extra people staring at 1 
o`clock , if we battle in Stoke I can provide 2 assets  and 1 extra person 
and I wont get there until 2 ish or later.

Neil R



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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

Hello Blake, nice to hear from you, Im having trouble joining your site .
>From what I can see the work is very impressive, very fine attention to 
detail. This isnt the quite the approach we take at `rctankcombat`, we 
scratch build 1/6th paintball "toys" rather than "models", We build tanks 
that can be wiped down easily to remove paintball hits. would any of your 
members share an interest in our kind of battles ? 
I see you have members only a few miles from where I live (Mancherster UK) 
, I think we can help each other by sharing awareness of each others site 
and hobby.

Neil R




On Sunday, 29 July 2012 10:58:44 UTC-7, Saxondog wrote:
>
>   
> Hi Neil, My name is Blake (Saxondog). I am a Moderator on the UK Based 
> forum RCTANKWARFARE.CO.UK and think the idea of binging this type of 
> battle to the UK is great. So how can I help you to gain support in the 
> U.K. for this Hobby?
>  
> Regards,Blake
>  
>
> On Thursday, July 5, 2012 2:41:22 AM UTC-5, Neil Rochford wrote:
>
>> I am seriously considering August (school holidays) dates for a battle in 
>> Blighty.
>> It is a strong possibility that we can use the playing field at my school 
>> for a saturday,( sundays however are not a possibility ).  my school will 
>> be a very good venue as it has high security (paintball proof)  fences and 
>> I have keys to everywhere. I will be introducing a number of new people to 
>> the hobby inc ITC staff,selected students and anyone from the school who 
>> wants to come along and take a look, this is the best way I can think of to 
>> entice new members to the KOR, ( the KOR cause ).
>> All saturdays in August are good except the 25th. 
>> Those wishing to attend, please advise of your available dates.
>>
>> Neil R
>>
>
On Sunday, 29 July 2012 10:58:44 UTC-7, Saxondog wrote:
>
>   
> Hi Neil, My name is Blake (Saxondog). I am a Moderator on the UK Based 
> forum RCTANKWARFARE.CO.UK and think the idea of binging this type of 
> battle to the UK is great. So how can I help you to gain support in the 
> U.K. for this Hobby?
>  
> Regards,Blake
>  
>
> On Thursday, July 5, 2012 2:41:22 AM UTC-5, Neil Rochford wrote:
>
>> I am seriously considering August (school holidays) dates for a battle in 
>> Blighty.
>> It is a strong possibility that we can use the playing field at my school 
>> for a saturday,( sundays however are not a possibility ).  my school will 
>> be a very good venue as it has high security (paintball proof)  fences and 
>> I have keys to everywhere. I will be introducing a number of new people to 
>> the hobby inc ITC staff,selected students and anyone from the school who 
>> wants to come along and take a look, this is the best way I can think of to 
>> entice new members to the KOR, ( the KOR cause ).
>> All saturdays in August are good except the 25th. 
>> Those wishing to attend, please advise of your available dates.
>>
>> Neil R
>>
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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

This message is to all in the UK ,I wish to make this clear as the last 
message  reads as though Im addressing James only.

Neil R


On Thursday, 26 July 2012 15:40:11 UTC-7, Neil Rochford wrote:
>
> well James I hope you do because I`ve just had some bad news from our 
> school  business manager today. Stockport council have declared that 
> non curricula weekend events on school grounds are no longer permitted. 
>  There are houses nearby and residents must get tired of the noise + abuse 
> and have complained.
> What this means is for the time being we will need an alternative venue. 
> This is a great shame, 
> I am considering a second battle in my back garden if no other site 
> presents itself . 
> please tell me your thoughts .
>
> Neil R
>
>
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Re: [TANKS] Re: suspension questions

[Neil Rochford]

Love it Dirk,
Your tank does have a bit of  "build first, think later" look about it but 
I say well done to you. its a tank and you have built it, that gets my 
respect any day of the week.
I agree with Aaron`s option 3. build another with the added knowledge you 
have acquired during this build, get battles underway in your corner of the 
world.

Neil R

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Re: [TANKS] Gas powered tanks (Yet again)

[Neil Rochford]

Its about time Tyng tech returned to the work bench. The newbies (and some 
oldbies) require inspiration. 

Neil " midbie, maybe " R  


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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

well James I hope you do because I`ve just had some bad news from our 
school  business manager today. Stockport council have declared that 
non curricula weekend events on school grounds are no longer permitted. 
 There are houses nearby and residents must get tired of the noise + abuse 
and have complained.
What this means is for the time being we will need an alternative venue. 
This is a great shame, 
I am considering a second battle in my back garden if no other site 
presents itself . 
please tell me your thoughts .

Neil R


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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

You could always hold a battle event near you, We usually sneak an October 
battle in before the season ends, . 

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[TANKS] Re: The second tank construction begins

[Neil Rochford]

Hello Dirk, I`ve gone through some of the tanks that have swing arm 
suspension and the following have good descriptions of how it works that 
you can follow.
T014 - 40 - 58 - 59 - 66 - 67 - 74 - 78 

Neil R


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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

Hello again James 

what would be the postage on an item like that ? 
What if I were to pay the postage and Pete donates a esc , it can then live 
at the FTF.  It can always be ownership of James M but it can be used for 
all KOR battles.
If we come down south to a battle that you wish to attend I will bring it 
so that you have use of it.

Neil "everyone's a winner" R .




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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

We have a few 12v 12AH that Mr Arundel has salvaged as he moves within 
the affluent select. 
We have some that could be used in your tanks.  Technobots have stopped 
selling SLA`s .

Neil R

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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

Like Pete I also find the picture disturbing , so much so in fact that I 
almost fell off my chair in disturbance. Liz seams to be enjoying it but 
I`ll bet Unfortunate Eric and Family wont be happy when they need to fork 
out for a new royal hip replacement. People have been sent to the tower and 
never seen again for far less.

Mr Palmer a Battle where-abouts Email is on its way to you, can you confirm 
you have two working tanks. 
The Valentine resides in some garage in the north Midlands somewhere, 
unloved and neglected, despite my persuasive attempts, Mr Arundle 
is determined not to let me salvage the beauty as he must prefer T073 in a 
not working state. 

T051 is 99.99% working and T068 has a few problems but will pull through.

Neil R



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[TANKS] Re: An August UK battle date-

[Neil Rochford]

Pete is very up for it , I answer for him because he is too busy enjoying 
his exciting and rewarding life style. 

So the stage is set for a 4th August battle and if desired the 18th August 
also.
Anyone who wishes to attend will be sent directions on request.

Neil R 

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