[TANKS] Re: Merry Christmas
All the best from this corner of the world too Neil R On Dec 23, 8:11 am, Fred Thomson wrote: > I would like to take a moment and wish everyone a safe, Merry > Christmas and a Happy New Year. > > -Fred & Marina > Northern Barbarians -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Projects
Phil when you get some progress made I`d like to see it on T055 build pages. On Nov 21, 3:20 am, Phil wrote: > I'm rebuilding T055's turret. I've redesigned it so that the CO2 > cartridge (a sparklet- type 2oz cartridge about the size of a > lipstick) can be changed without removing the marker from the mantlet. > I've also designed what I hope will be a more reliable rotate > mechanism. > > Phil P -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: 10 years
Its a shame a battle wasnt scheduled somewhere in the world to mark the date . Mike I`ll join you and raise a glass the occasion :) On Nov 21, 10:42 am, Mike Mangus wrote: > With all the work at work and home, the date of November 10th, 2011 slipped > by. What is the significance? 10 years previously, on November 10th, 2001, > the first tank battle was held. > > So a belated yet not forgotten happy 10th anniversary to RC Tank Combat. > > Mike -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Morris CDSW supply vehicle - new pictures.
My paintball gun is like me ,very wound up and always looking for trouble. Neil "I`ll bet lead-acid batter tastes bloody horrible" R On Nov 8, 9:47 am, Chairman Miaow wrote: > If your paintball gun is wound up to the point when it is capable of > blowing the body (including several pounds of lead-acid batter) off > it's velcro fastenings then I for one will be calling for the referee. > > On Nov 7, 9:29 am, neroc wrote: > > > > > > > > > The Morris thingy is looking quite good ,cant wait to blow it apart > > with one shot, velcro :) > > > Theres a esc here waiting to be picked up and borrowed (please put > > fuses between it and the battery). > > > Neil "How much washing up could you do in a 3" deep 9" wide washing up > > bowl ?" R > > > On Nov 6, 12:54 pm, Phil wrote: > > > > OK important test results- plastic washing-up bowls are NOT paintball- > > > proof. > > > > > I'm about to try the "point-blank shot" test on my replacement for the > > > > Locust's turret. I have a plastic washing-up bowl which is exactly the > > > > right size and shape (for a given value of "exactly..). > > > > > Phil "test to destruction" Palmer > > > > > On Nov 6, 1:25 pm, Chairman Miaow wrote: > > > > > > The body hooks onto the rear cross-member of the chassis at the back > > > > > and is then velcro'd at four points (two per side) in the middle and > > > > > at the front. The bonnet (hood) and rear deck will probably be hld > > > > > down by magnetic catches. If these allow an accurate paintball to blow > > > > > the bonnet or decking off then it just allows the gunner in question > > > > > to punch the air and yell woo-hoo! > > > > > This feature will make Neil happy. > > > > > > According to the rules, vehicles shouldn't get any closer to each > > > > > other than 5'. However, in the heat of battle anything can happen so I > > > > > thought I'd better test for the worst case scenario. Since it > > > > > survived, I'm reasonably happy with it. > > > > > > As fot the state of my wheelie-bin, all I can do is quote the Iron > > > > > Duke himself; Publish and be damned! > > > > > > On Nov 6, 11:14 am, Bill Byrnes wrote: > > > > > > > Mr. Miaow, > > > > > > The vehicle build looks good. Battery access will be easy with it > > > > > > on top like that. Will this body be attached to the frame by > > > > > > hinges? > > > > > > > You said your test paintball shots were from 1" away. I haven't > > > > > > been to an actual battle yet (not from lack of trying), but I think > > > > > > that tanks and other vehicles shooting at your vehicle will be > > > > > > farther away than 1". Did you test it from different > > > > > > distances like 5' and 20'? Again, I have a lack of experience, > > > > > > but if an enemy vehicle gets within 2" or less, you should probably > > > > > > move yours- maybe even sooner. > > > > > > > Also, your pictures can be used as evidence that you've defaced > > > > > > government property- in this case painted grafitti on > > > > > > municipality-owned waste collection bins. For a small fee, I won't > > > > > > turn you in. > > > > > > Bill > > > > > > > P.S. Pz38(t) now has its required "big red handled power cut off > > > > > > switch" sticking out the back. I suppose it is more standard and > > > > > > safer, but it looks like a wind-up toy now. > > > > > > > --- On Sat, 11/5/11, Chairman Miaow > > > > > > wrote: > > > > > > > From: Chairman Miaow > > > > > > Subject: [TANKS] Morris CDSW supply vehicle - new pictures. > > > > > > To: "R/C Tank Combat" > > > > > > Date: Saturday, November 5, 2011, 6:07 PM > > > > > > > I've done a bit more work on the Morris and a little bit of testing > > > > > > too. > > > > > > > The bodywork was tested a few weeks ago by having Phil Palmer's > > > > > > Hetzer > > > > > > fire a round into it a
[TANKS] Re: Morris CDSW supply vehicle - new pictures.
The Morris thingy is looking quite good ,cant wait to blow it apart with one shot, velcro :) Theres a esc here waiting to be picked up and borrowed (please put fuses between it and the battery). Neil "How much washing up could you do in a 3" deep 9" wide washing up bowl ?" R On Nov 6, 12:54 pm, Phil wrote: > OK important test results- plastic washing-up bowls are NOT paintball- > proof. > > > > > > > > > > > I'm about to try the "point-blank shot" test on my replacement for the > > Locust's turret. I have a plastic washing-up bowl which is exactly the > > right size and shape (for a given value of "exactly..). > > > Phil "test to destruction" Palmer > > > On Nov 6, 1:25 pm, Chairman Miaow wrote: > > > > The body hooks onto the rear cross-member of the chassis at the back > > > and is then velcro'd at four points (two per side) in the middle and > > > at the front. The bonnet (hood) and rear deck will probably be hld > > > down by magnetic catches. If these allow an accurate paintball to blow > > > the bonnet or decking off then it just allows the gunner in question > > > to punch the air and yell woo-hoo! > > > This feature will make Neil happy. > > > > According to the rules, vehicles shouldn't get any closer to each > > > other than 5'. However, in the heat of battle anything can happen so I > > > thought I'd better test for the worst case scenario. Since it > > > survived, I'm reasonably happy with it. > > > > As fot the state of my wheelie-bin, all I can do is quote the Iron > > > Duke himself; Publish and be damned! > > > > On Nov 6, 11:14 am, Bill Byrnes wrote: > > > > > Mr. Miaow, > > > > The vehicle build looks good. Battery access will be easy with it on > > > > top like that. Will this body be attached to the frame by hinges? > > > > > You said your test paintball shots were from 1" away. I haven't been > > > > to an actual battle yet (not from lack of trying), but I think that > > > > tanks and other vehicles shooting at your vehicle will be farther away > > > > than 1". Did you test it from different distances like 5' and 20'? > > > > Again, I have a lack of experience, but if an enemy vehicle gets within > > > > 2" or less, you should probably move yours- maybe even sooner. > > > > > Also, your pictures can be used as evidence that you've defaced > > > > government property- in this case painted grafitti on > > > > municipality-owned waste collection bins. For a small fee, I won't > > > > turn you in. > > > > Bill > > > > > P.S. Pz38(t) now has its required "big red handled power cut off > > > > switch" sticking out the back. I suppose it is more standard and > > > > safer, but it looks like a wind-up toy now. > > > > > --- On Sat, 11/5/11, Chairman Miaow wrote: > > > > > From: Chairman Miaow > > > > Subject: [TANKS] Morris CDSW supply vehicle - new pictures. > > > > To: "R/C Tank Combat" > > > > Date: Saturday, November 5, 2011, 6:07 PM > > > > > I've done a bit more work on the Morris and a little bit of testing > > > > too. > > > > > The bodywork was tested a few weeks ago by having Phil Palmer's Hetzer > > > > fire a round into it at a range of a little under 1". > > > > > The results were a little disappointing. Although the foamcore / > > > > polyethelyne sheet composite construction survived the strike, the > > > > aluminium foil outer layer was wrinkled and the inner bulkhead > > > > slightly deformed. Paintball resistant rather than paintball proof > > > > would be the honest way of describing it. That said, replacement of > > > > damaged sections can be done in a few minutes with no tools more > > > > complex than an exacto knife and a hot glue gun. Anyway, here are a > > > > few pictures of her current condition. > > > > >http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/382796_101503696411825... > > > > >http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/376991_101503696415775... > > > > >http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/380185_101503696425875... > > > > >http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/393115_101503696430325... > > > > > The upper-rear deck lifts off to reveal the cargo area; > > > > >http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/386807_101503696434175... > > > > > -- > > > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > > > Visit the group > > > > athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat-Hidequoted text - > > > > - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - > > > - Show quoted text - -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Tracks are slow to make
It is always worth you taking your time when building any tank part. think how you will feel if your tracks fall apart mid battle .would it be any consolation to you that you build them quickly ? On Nov 6, 4:48 pm, Ryan W. wrote: > Well I added another 1 1/2 feet of track today giving me 2 1/2 feet of track. > I don't know how long it will take me to finish it with school, but I hope > before Monday. > > Ryan w. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Gettysburg
This may be easy for me to say but cant you all just pile in John Pittelli`s (or whoevers got the better ones) back garden? Ive seen vids on youtube with enough space that i could battle on at a pinch. in Briton we say " when needs must ". I so wish for those who have traveled such distances to see what a battle is all about. Neil " any which way you can " R On Oct 29, 2:52 pm, Clark Ward Jr wrote: > I will be aiming for a spring battle as well. Bill and Mike are > keeping me on task with daily requests for status :) > -- > Clark in Georgia > Working feverishly to expand the Greater Southeast Georgia > Co-Prosperity Sphere! Banzai! -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: photos from Gettysburg
Wonderful stuff , if anyone out there needs inspiration to build a tank this is it, my respect goes to all those who made an attempt to make it to this event and my greatest respect to those who made it up the hill to make it actually happen, in the UK we were blessed with sunshine and bathed in warmth, if we had any of the white stuff we would have stayed at home, so well done to those that traveled and attended the October US battle.you are what makes the hobby what it is. :) Neil R On Oct 29, 2:21 pm, "Susan Gutbrodt" wrote: > Hahahaha Love it, you guys shoulda put ammo warmers in the turrets and > tried to battle > > Kurt ( I think it’s in the mid 60F here in Lost Wages)G > > From: Joe Sommer > Sent: Saturday, October 29, 2011 12:33 PM > To: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > Subject: [TANKS] photos from Gettysburg > > The Gettysburg battlefield had 5 inches of > snow when I left at 10:30 AM. > > I attached three pictures. > > 1) Proof that Will was there > 2) The meadow > 3) Will's new Jeep making a pit stop > > Joe > > -- > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Hey Neil...got a
Yes very nice , most 1/6th except to tiger that the chap is riding round the sand dunes in. All high quality builds. Thing is people who own tanks like that dont let people like us fire paint at them. On Oct 25, 1:23 am, "Dave D." wrote: > Treat for you... > > Up on one of my all-nighters...Insomnia, a wonderful affliction > > Anyhow, perusing through some old e-mails and uncovered this gem... > > I figured you'd enjoy it, figuring you haven't seen it yet... > > http://www.monstertanks.com.au/videos2007.html > > Cheers!! > > Dave D. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Gettysburg
May I recommend DAZ ! On Oct 25, 3:33 pm, Chairman Miaow wrote: > I like being able to wear the same clothes all year round . . . -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: curved hulls
I used sections of underground plastic pipe when I was building T055 . it is very strong for its weight. You will need quite a large diameter pipe. Neil R On Oct 22, 4:53 am, MaleRN wrote: > I am starting to work on the hull for an AMX-13 and I am wondering > what people have used on the curved fronts of hulls like Shermins etc. > The AMX hull I have started to put together is plywood. The majority > of the shape is flat except the nose of the hull. Was thinking of > acrylic sheet, 0.08 in thickness. It is about the thickest I can bend > without it snapping, put it becomes weak where it is screwed to the > hull. Not sure it would take to many hits before it gives. The other > option I was thinking of was 22g steel sheet, it appears it should > have enough give to bend to the needed shape. The one good thing > about the AMX-13 is that my hull is about 12 inches wide so generally > stock sheets of material is a little easier to work with. > > Stewart -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Neil's Thing
Herm ! I like it, a wire connected to the trigger that opens a space for a pb to fall through then down a marble run that takes a few seconds to fall into the marker. Neil R On Oct 18, 5:15 pm, Cobra wrote: > Excuse me for the suggestive topic title, but check out the pic and > you will see what I am talking about. (that dont sound any better). > > Neil asked about a simple way to make a gun fire at a certain rate of > speed. I of course think of mechanical means to achieve my ends. > > http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/cobra9431/Neilsthing.jpg > > The above is a very simple diagram of my concept depicting the marker > (black), the hopper (blue), and the ball run (red). > In Purple is a module, possibly a steel cable, that releases 1 ball > from the hopper every time the trigger is pulled. There would be a > definate time delay between the instant the ball in the gun is fired > to the time the next ball can be released from the hopper, travel down > the run, and load in the marker's chamber for the next shot. > I hope this is at least entertaining if not all that helpful. > > Aaron Freeman -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T081 Designated
excellent work , very high quality build . Neil R On Oct 19, 2:36 am, Pete wrote: > Mike > Love your work > I started to build the S Tank myself, but a couple of house moves ended up > breaking my hull. Looking at your method of elevation was very much along the > same method as mine > Here is the link to my build.http://www.angelfire.com/mech/sherman/strv.html > > Pete > > > > > > > > Frank Pittelli wrote: > >I'm pleased to announce that Mike Mangus' S-Tank has been officially > >designated as T081 with construction details and photos posted at: > > > http://www.rctankcombat.com/tanks/T081/ > > >The Strv 103 is definitely one of the coolest looking tanks to ever roam > >the battlefield. Let's just hope that Mike's version sees more action > >than it's full-scale brothers (which just sat in the woods during the > >cold war). > > >Mike will also be debuting his vehicle at the upcoming Gettysburg battle > >(which will probably set the record for the largest R/C tank battle held > >anywhere in the world). > > > Frank P. > > >-- > >You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > >To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > >To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > >Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T080 Designated
very well done Bill , quick, neat build. hope all goes smooth at the battle . Neil R On Oct 19, 2:32 am, Bill Byrnes wrote: > T080 is 1/6 scale which makes it 30.5" long and about 14.75" wide. It is > about 58 lbs (or a little over 4 stones). > > --- On Wed, 10/19/11, Cobra wrote: > > From: Cobra > Subject: [TANKS] Re: T080 Designated > To: "R/C Tank Combat" > Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2011, 4:16 AM > > Great job, looks sweet. By the way, What is the scale on it, is it 1:6 > or 3ft? > > Aaron F > > -- > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Sherman updates
Looking good so far Pete , these things take time, Im not sure how you intend to get power to the tracks, take a look at my Marder T078, the wedge track guides work much better than bolts. Neil R On Oct 18, 4:58 am, Pete wrote: > I know it has been quite a while since I did any sort of updates on my > build!!! > > Original link to the build iswww.angelfire.com/mech/sherman > > I have been doing some work on my turret/turret basket. Photos are > athttp://s1086.photobucket.com/albums/j455/McRunBecks/Sherman/ > > Basically I have put a lazy susan at the sponson level and then built up > three disks, one to attach to the lazy susan and then with guide posts for > the second to attach to, the third has been spaced level with the upper hull > deck. > > I still have not worked out how to do the rotation yet, but the turret will > have heaps of room to mount any hardware. > > Pete (still working, slowly) C > > Oz -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: just in case we need another rules question
I wasnt really looking for any kind of rule change, (I think Franks been inundated enough on rule changes of late). I was just wondering if anyone who plans to battle against a ride in tank, ( me for now ) is ok with the fact that I can kill them in an instant. at short to mid range a hand operated marker is a killer. Reaching into a pot and placing a single pb in the marker will do for now. And Dave I dont wish to sound rude but we often get new guys wanting to change the rules on this forum , your just the current one .Steve is right you need to build a tank and battle it. You are a smart bloke , you could build one if you so desired. Id be very happy to see you succeed. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: just in case we need another rules question
"we are talking about making a whole new game from what we have now." No not really. What I remember doing in previous battles is risking all to find a good position then waiting for my foe to show a little side, then shooting off as many hits into the side as possible in the very limited time available, before someone reaches a position to colour my side. When using rc equipment to pull a 12v actuator there was a delay as the actuator needed time to be pulled back by the spring on the marker trigger. Using this setup I would estimate 1 shot every two seconds, that wasnt so bad. Along with the "not knowing what is going on in your turret" factor this created some considerable tense/exciting moments that any battler will be familiar with. IMO This is what makes the game so good. your shot at this point needs to count because anybody who has been there and wants to win knows you only get so many golden moments per game. Although driving a ride in tank is great fun and seeing (and hearing) incoming fire wizzing past your ears, (and hearing (and feeling) hits on the front of the tank), knowing I can kill a 40/4 tank in less than two seconds takes the urgency out of those priceless moments. I intend (or try at least) to develop a mechanical timer that only allows the trigger to be pulled every so many seconds , I dont know how quickly a tank crew can reload but I`ll bet 5 seconds will seem like a very long time when you need another shot. Maybe even do away with T078`s very well working hopper, so an actual manual reload is required. Ok . i think I`ve answered my own question as Ive been typing it :) Neil " all in a days work " R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] just in case we need another rules question
I remember some time ago the question of a timed gap of several seconds between shooting each round was raised. during our last battle I realized how quickly a 40/4 tank could be knocked out in a matter of 2 or 3 seconds with my ride in Marder . does this seam fair ? if not what could be done about it ? Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Its a baby . . . tank
Fantastic work Bill. I used cheap drill motors (24v) in my leopard T051 and it has worked great for the last 4 years, they do the job . Your tank is a triumph , I look forward to seeing it in action soon . Neil R On Oct 16, 2:16 pm, Bill Byrnes wrote: > Yes, they are cheap ones from Northern Tool. You probably get what you pay > for, but they are OK so far. > Bill > > --- On Sun, 10/16/11, Cobra wrote: > > From: Cobra > Subject: [TANKS] Re: Its a baby . . . tank > To: "R/C Tank Combat" > Date: Sunday, October 16, 2011, 8:56 PM > > Are those drill motors you are using just some cheap brand? I say 18v > drills from Harbor Freight for 20 bucks each and have thot of picking > them up for this purpose. > > Great job on the tank, looks awesome. > > A > > -- > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Uk October battle 2011
Couldn't resist another one : made me laugh http://s224.photobucket.com/albums/dd267/neroc1/?action=view¤t=October2011Neildies.mp4 -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Uk October battle 2011
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[TANKS] Uk October battle 2011
A wonderful day full of laughing and shooting. I have footage to show , Il`l post as soon as I can upload . Just one movie for tonight . Well done to everyone who made today happen :) Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Fw: T-70...
So what rating do 1/3 rd , 5 foot + tanks receive ? should T078 not be 40/5 . Neil " call it the hit per foot rule " R On Oct 15, 6:32 am, Cobra wrote: > The downfall in this idea that all heavy tanks of all time periods > begiven the same stats is the scale at which they are built. A modern > MBT Leopard built to the 3ft scale rule should not be entitled to 40/4 > stats when a Panzer III built to 1:6 (3'2") would have 30/3. Common > sense tells us that Heavies are big, Lights are small, and Mediums are > somewhere in between. Any asset built to a smaller scale than 1:6 > would then for game fairness be demoted to the next class down. A mini > Maus would be a Medium at best. > > I would support a Heavy/ Medium/ Light /Tankette classification > system. It seems fair and would allow anyone to choose a class and > then build anything they want without fear that they will suffer in > stats. More over, it would not likely changge the play of the game, or > change current tanks stats in dramatic ways. > > Heavys (Tiger) 40/4 > 1:6 scale or 4ft > > Meds (Sherman) 40/3 > 1:6 scale or 3ft > > Lights (T-70) 30/3 > 1:6 scale or 3ft > > Tankettes (TKS) 30/2 > 1:6 scale (obviously already smaller than 3ft) > > TDs classified by it's parent chasis. Example: Hetzer=Pz38t=Med=40/3 > > I have said before that the rules do not nessecarely need to be > changed. They work and work well as they are. I plan on having fun no > mater what. But as an academic discusion of possible alternitive > rules, I feel this would have the fairest drawn lines. > > Aaron (cant help but share ideas) Freeman -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: The UK event
Not getting upset Phil ,Envy is a beautiful thing, it can start wars :) On Oct 13, 5:05 am, Phil wrote: > What naughty minds you all have! I was referring to Neil's Fisher > Price inspired ride-in tank. > > Another joke bites the dust! > > Phil > > PS Don't get upset Neil it's just envy. > > On Oct 12, 9:37 pm, Bill Byrnes wrote: > > > > > > > > > I've never heard the term, but it sounds dirty to me. I've heard of "more > > cushion for the pushin" and well, you'll have to use your imagination for > > splat. > > > --- On Wed, 10/12/11, neroc wrote: > > > What is `push 'n' splat` ?? > > > -- > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T073
The owner hit 40 and had a paddy On Oct 13, 1:31 pm, Mike Mangus wrote: > Hey, just noticed on the web site that T073 has been scrapped. What > happened? > > Mike -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: youtube video posters
We will be making better quality videos of the ride-in Marder this Sunday , they will be much better than the videos previously made driving on and around my lawn, I`ll post edited video next week. Neil R On Oct 7, 9:50 pm, odysseyslipw...@aol.com wrote: > okay, think i found about all i need, but am trying to find the link(s) for > the ride-in Marder III Ausf N that was just posted recetntly > > Chris, > _Odyssey Slipways_ (http://hometown.aol.com/odysseyslipways/index.html) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: The UK event
great news , Sunday it is with weather permitting . Dont forget we have lots of 12 AH SLA to go round now. Tank line up : T078,T073,T068,T057,T055,T051 What is `push 'n' splat` ?? -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: The UK event
Ok , glad people are coming along, so we have a valentine that doesnt drive , a locust with nothing to shoot and a hetzer that wont do either for very long :) I had some interest from a few friends who wanted to see a battle but I dont think this one is going to be much of a spectacle so maybe better to tell them to leave it . Im going to bring my new marder III so if all else fails I`ll have a drive around. Shall we say Sunday is the best day for all ? -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Just a test
Personally Im just waiting to see if anyone wants to come to this battle Ive organised, What do you have to do to get in interest ? Neil " :( " R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] The UK event
A date has been set and the site is booked for the UK event of the year. Either / or 15th and 16th October at the Stoke on trent battle site . this was the only weekend the site could be used by us so its now set, beer donations to the land owner will be appreciated. To those who have expressed an interest to attend a UK battle event ,this is your moment. A total of 8 assets could be in attendance. Please get in touch for directions. Neil "lets do it" R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Model T Experiment
HV wrote >- "It depends on whether it is built to the rules or is a free-form tank built to simply accomplish two things: 1. Maneuver over some type of TBD terrain under radio control. 2. Carry a weapon of some proven type that has at least a 100 foot range. I'm thinking of people who have no one to battle with" The problem with that is when people do find someone to battle with, they still wont have a tank to battle with that is within the rules.Why not just build a tank within the rules ? thats how it begins and people will follow. Some legal tanks can be less than 2 feet long, if your clever enough to build a tank that small. Im sure people will find ways to bring my £750.00 total down quite a lot. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Cordless Drills as drives
I have used drills for a tank ,its ok but with the extra work implementing 90 degree drives I would say you are better off buying a pair of 250-450w scooter motors. I run 7 & 12 AH SLA in pairs. What 90 degree drives are you considering ? Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Model T Experiment
Can we say we are talking about a small simple tank , without suspension or super charged motors. Q1/ Each part will require listing and individually pricing. In the UK :- i,Drive motors£100. ii, Drive controller£100. iii, Marker + bottle + mask £140. iv, Radio set £100. v,Turret motor/controller £60. vi, batteries+charger £100. vii, structure material £60. viii, Axles+drive gear£50. ix, wheels+track£0-200. x,fixings+paint £40. That comes to a whopping total of up to £750.00 - £950.00 Note : These prices are for `new` items, second hand/salvaged or liberated items do pop up sometimes. A builder may already have many of these items bringing the total down considerably . Q2/ This is the biggest unknown factor. I would say to be realistic , 300 hours. Work time will greatly reduce with higher skills and better equipment. Q3/ Where possible I think apart from the hull and turret (unless part of a kit) and maybe tracks depending on type, everything would be better bought ready made. for reasons of standardization and reliability. Q4/ If a starter kit is in consideration by some one on here, what tank or tanks would be on offer? I do believe that people delude themselves when starting to build a tank. I`ve seen so many people build a plywood tank shaped box , then disappear off the forum. New people will generally want to build their "own" tank , even if they are without the ability. when I say ability I also mean determination. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: I'll float this idea again...
Dave D , I think Frank realizes that a large tank is easier to hit than a small tank . the point is its not as big a factor as you would think. look at the following foto. http://rctankcombat.com/tanks/T055/14-large.jpg T051 is 3 foot long , T055 is 2 foot 2 inchs long. now look at the stats for both tanks. the larger tank has a much more impressive set of figures, there must be much more important issues than size ( ask any lady who Pete Arundle has had the pleasure ). i do hope this is true because I`ve just built the largest tank that is likely to see a battle. Moreover I will be changing from a 40/4 tank (To51) to a 40/2 tank (To78) during the next battle. I remind myself that when killed I give a maximum of 500 points not 1000 points. wheres the problem ? Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: The Secret to Neil's Success?
Steve , as with any rctankcombat member it would be a pleasure to have you at one of our battles, It may be easier if I were to provide you with a marker + Co2. After the battle and you go home then I`ll put the marker to good use. If you really want to do this I`ll do what I can to make it happen. In fact if you design a tank to use a spyder victor then I`ve already got one with an actuator attached . Phil Palmer has taken To55 through customs to see Marc Methodist with no problems , the trick is to call it "theatrical props" Neil R On Sep 20, 8:35 am, Steve Tyng wrote: > The UK air carriers will classify a paintball marker as a compressed air > weapon and bundle it under their firearms regulations. The UK version of > our TSA, leaves allowing firearms on checked baggage up to the specific > airline. A call to the specific airline beforehand would be advised. the > Virgin Atlantic website says they allow firearms, the British Airways site > is a little vague on the subject. > > From a little Googling, packing a paintball gun on a UK airline requires > declaring it as a firearm and the knowledge and mood of that particular > check-in agent. > > US air carriers to the UK, probably not much of an issue as long as it's > declared beforehand. > > CO2 bottles, better to leave them behind as DOT bottles are not legal in the > UK anyway. > > Getting a paintball tank through customs might be interesting, though not > all that unprecedented. Robotwars had some US robots on a couple of > episodes and the machines are similar enough. > > Steve Tyng > > > > > > > > On Monday, September 19, 2011 7:19:44 PM UTC-4, Modena wrote: > > > With appropriate prior arrangements with the airline you can take firearms, > > so I would imagine a paintball marker would be allowed! > > > _ -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: The Secret to Neil's Success?
Well Bill , i suppose the simple answer is just dedication, I liked this hobby ever since I saw Franks website and set my mind to be good at it , because Im very competitive. The rest of the answer is my tank I play with is the best in the UK, it goes faster/shoots more readily/is more reliable, generally better than all the other tanks in the UK. This is the case because I built almost all the other tanks in the UK, I just didnt build them as good. (do you think Im stupid?). I long for the day when someone builds and brings something better to UK battles and totally thrashes me. The other thing to remember is if I battled only in Marryland then my name or tank wouldnt be on any of the statistical score boards.As you say in the US and A, i would get my bottom kicked. Neil " have a nibble on that " R On Sep 17, 10:24 am, Bill Byrnes wrote: > Neil, > The scores on the website show that except for rare technical difficulties, > you really do dominate the battle field. What is the secret of your success? > > Are the other tank drivers in Britain that bad? (to the other tank drivers in > Britain: I'm sure the answer is "no", but I thought I'd throw the idea out > anyway. Sorry.) Were you a tank commander in the military? Video games? > Duck hunter? Please give us a few crumbs of knowledge just to even the > playing field a bit. > > Thanks, > Bill > > -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: STUG III Red Lion, Pa.
Thanks Bob , I`ve had a right good nose through all your pics, I like the pb loading hatch and cant believe the size of your motor sprocket, how fast do you want this thing to go ? Neil R On Sep 17, 8:38 am, gettysburg11...@aol.com wrote: > That didn't work. Try this. > Sorry, > Bob > > _http://s956.photobucket.com/albums/ae43/Gettysburg114th/StugIII/_ > (http://s956.photobucket.com/albums/ae43/Gettysburg114th/StugIII/) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078 Designated
Hello again Fred. Im not really "very" afraid , but thats mainly because of the distance between us. very pleased to hear you`ve got yourself a new build underway. I love starting a new tank,with all my mistakes yet to come :) I`ll be expecting a battle from your neck of the woods when you get Stug T0?? under way. please start a new thread called " Freds stug " or " That Neil bloke is great " showing pics of your progress. look forward to it . Neil R On Sep 16, 4:37 pm, Fred Thomson wrote: > > Start a new thread called "building a really good tank just to shut > > Neil up" and include pictures of your creation so far. > > Started on the next tank (Ariete on hold) and it's a stug. Be afraid > Neil, be very afraid. :-) > > Smashing job on the Marder, btw. :-) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: springs
Chris says "no input from anyone on this" , so im keeping quiet :) Neil " here to please " R On Sep 15, 10:35 am, Ryan W. wrote: > What kind of input you looking for? > > Ryan w. > > On Sep 15, 2011, at 11:50 AM, odysseyslipw...@aol.com wrote: > > > > > > > > > In a message dated 9/13/2011 7:44:09 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, > > odysseyslipw...@aol.com writes: > > i know the tank will have 16 suspension points and am thinking if i divide > > the tank's weight by 16, take that number and it should be no more than say > > 1/3 of the springs work load (was thinking closer to 1/4 of the spring > > rate) - does this sound about right? > > no input from anyone on this? > > > Chris, > > Odyssey Slipways > > -- > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Pz38(t) on PhotoBucket
Bill you crack me up ! landing a direct hit on my picture is the closest you will get to putting me in my place . Being the greatest tanker out of Maryland ( And I think you`ll find Frank P`s personal favorite ) I carry some paintball clout round these parts. One word from me and an air drop could be landing on you weed free lawn, full of special bio diversity plant sowing troop units that could set all you garden maintenance back a decade or more. Neil " supreme commander of the KOR army " R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Pz38(t) on PhotoBucket
Thats great stuff, simplicity is the way to go. thats not a slow tank and neither is the progress. Make sure you have enough space for the turret and bits, although i`ll bet a guy like you has got it worked out already. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078 Overhaul (new track)
Bill, for a small slow moving tank a Tri-Pact speed controller is perfectly fine. Dave, yes your right , its fun driving round in your own little tank. My Marder needs firm ground to turn more than 5-10 degrees, and the lever can punch through soft ground. Im very happy to share progress , i wish more people did. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078 Overhaul (new track)
I can do zero turns on hard ground using just the motors but they dont have enough power to turn the tank on grass more than 5-10 degrees. and even if it could it would kill my lawn so the lever arm is used on grass, much gentler . I`ll be interested to see what controller you opt for, in the UK we are on the lookout for controller improvements, by improvements I mean cheaper and/or more reliable. Oh the flat Tyre is on one of my wheelbarrows , I pump it up if I meed it, Neil R On Sep 7, 5:58 pm, Bill Byrnes wrote: > BTW, it looks like you have something with a flat tire on the right side of > the video. Hopefully you'll have that fixed by the next video. > > --- On Thu, 9/8/11, Bill Byrnes wrote: > > From: Bill Byrnes > Subject: Re: [TANKS] T078 Overhaul (new track) > To: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > Date: Thursday, September 8, 2011, 12:53 AM > > Neil, > Your tank looks good in the video. In video of a month ago, it looked like > you steered by lifting one side up with a lever, but I see you have separate > track drives now. We can see the new track guides on the left and the pins > on the right. Guides look better. Your tank is big compared to mine. > With only the lower half of my hull complete, I think I could drive under > your tank. > > Both of my tracks are under motor power now, but no controller yet. I > connected both motors to a battery and chased it around the yard for a while. > Bill > > --- On Wed, 9/7/11, neroc wrote: > > From: neroc > Subject: [TANKS] T078 Overhaul (new track) > To: "R/C Tank Combat" > Date: Wednesday, September 7, 2011, 8:48 PM > > Today I finished my track and had to give it a drive round the patio. > I recorded how the suspension handles a block of 4"X2" then tackled > the ramp and even a soggy lawn. > > http://s224.photobucket.com/albums/dd267/neroc1/?action=view¤t=marderIII7thSeptdrivingonpatio.mp4 > > Im quite happy with my new track guides, I even discovered the > improved track is considerably quieter than the old pin driven track > on the other side that Im yet to convert (next job). > Coverage of the making of my new track guides can be found on page 6 > and 7 of T078 build pages. > > -- > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat > > -- > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] T078 Overhaul (new track)
Today I finished my track and had to give it a drive round the patio. I recorded how the suspension handles a block of 4"X2" then tackled the ramp and even a soggy lawn. http://s224.photobucket.com/albums/dd267/neroc1/?action=view¤t=marderIII7thSeptdrivingonpatio.mp4 Im quite happy with my new track guides, I even discovered the improved track is considerably quieter than the old pin driven track on the other side that Im yet to convert (next job). Coverage of the making of my new track guides can be found on page 6 and 7 of T078 build pages. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T076 Overhaul
Excellent news Aaron , but this is "life" , its the people who believe in the rotten system that get in the way. Neil R On Sep 7, 11:33 am, Cobra wrote: > The T076 Sherman, tho never quite fully operational, has gotten all > new electronics. The old ECS and radio/receiver have been thrown out > for the new built-for-the-hobby C6C receiver and C12C ECS. The C12C is > only half installed, as life gets in the way, but I anticipate full > functionality soon. Pictures soon to follow. > > A storm is brewing in the desert. > > Aaron F -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Pz38(t) progress 1, or "Building a really good tank just to shut Neil up"
Your build is looking very fine, I am wondering why your track drive sprocket isnt a chain sprocket to mesh with the chain in the tracks ? Not just Chris That cant see this video,What a shame, Id really like to see this tank in motion. Is there any chance Bill you can put the vid on youtube or photo bucket? Keep up this good work. Neil "After the 1,000 tasks to build a tank have been competed you are only left with the 1000 retro upgrades per year, (ok maybe only 900 in year two)" R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078 Designated
Taking time out from shaking for a moment Bill to offer you all the best with your Pz38(t)( really a Marder III with a little turret on top ) Start a new thread called "building a really good tank just to shut Neil up" and include pictures of your creation so far. BTW did you win the lottery ? Neil "does America have a lottery" R ? -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Question
Very true Chrys, I have many people who say to me "why dont you sell your tanks ?" I say to them "do you want to buy a tank ?" they always say "no". I wonder how reliable a tank would need to be to be sold commercially. It would need to be far more reliable than any tank in the UK at least . Neil R On Aug 30, 11:24 pm, "Chrysanthos Kanellopoulos" wrote: > There is so much hard work invested that you will never be compensated. I > was thinking of building aluminium laser/plasma cut hull plates at any scale > (after the order is placed and following CAD drawings), put together in teh > package a pair of DeWalt 18 volt right angle drills, a Sabertooth ESC, > laser cut steel drive wheels, mail them around teh world. Supposedly there > would be CAD models of 3 popular tanks to choose from. I can tell you the > price right away. about $ 525 to start with the basic kit. > It would never work. Very few modellers work with TIG weld and tools for > ironsmiths... and very few would know how to mount the drive axle on the > drills. There would still be so much work involved to finish it. > > The only way to go is to sell *services*. That is teh CAD drawings of teh > hull plates only. I would offer them for free to members of this club, and > there is noone around teh world outside this forum that would be interested > in buying them. > > Chrys > > > > > > > > - Original Message - > From: "Ryan P." > To: "Tank Guys" > Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 8:07 AM > Subject: [TANKS] Question > > > Ok this is a semi-serious question. Has anyone figured out a way to make > > money off of their tank yet? I mean seriously is there not anyway to do > > it? How many people can say that they have tanks over 3feet long in there > > area? This just came to me at random. > > > Ryan w. > > > -- > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078 Designated
Shut ya face slipways ! Yes thank you Mr Miaow. Much appreciated .. Neil R On Aug 29, 2:24 pm, odysseyslipw...@aol.com wrote: > In a message dated 8/29/2011 5:12:40 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, > > pureteenl...@hotmail.com writes: > > BTW, do you still want a 6v charger? I have acquired a pair so I have > a spare if you want it. > > that's when your charger decides to fail > > Chris, > _Odyssey Slipways_ (http://hometown.aol.com/odysseyslipways/index.html) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078 Designated
Well a comment Id like to hear is " I`ll build a really good tank just to shut that Neil feller up" And then Id like to see someone actually do it. Neil R On Aug 29, 5:39 am, Chairman Miaow wrote: > Neil "When it comes to Battles ,its not the taking part ,its the > winning" R > > No comment. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T051 motive power
T051 is still using the drills I fitted 4 or so years ago. I have been amazed at there performance. The motors and the marker are the only thing that hasnt required upgrading. Maybe I`ve just been lucky. Neil R On Aug 28, 4:18 pm, Bill Byrnes wrote: > Neil, > Your T051 page on the website says its using 24V drills for drive power. Is > T051 still using these drills, or did it need an upgrade? > Bill -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078 Designated
There are those among us who have stated that the best part of this hobby is the building of the tanks . I cant remember who it was but it was someone who had never battled. Odd that . I dont think we need a hall of shame as the dreamers miss out enough by missing out on the battles themselves. officially my tanks have been involved in many battles but i dont really think I`ve experienced a proper battle yet. To51 entirely dominates the UK battles to such a degree that Im forced by other KOR members to handycap it. And the thing is To51 is actually quite rubbish in comparison to what could be build. I look forward to the day when someone in this green and pleasant land builds something to not only compete but raise the bar and send me back to base full of paint and hellbent on victory. Neil "When it comes to Battles ,its not the taking part ,its the winning" R On Aug 27, 4:02 pm, Ryan P. wrote: > I agree with Aaron. > > Ryan > > On Aug 27, 2011, at 2:42 PM, Cobra wrote: > > > > > > > > > I seem to remember a discussion about the "under construction" tanks > > and whether they should be have thier designations revoked due to > > thier inactive build proccess. Did this ever get any serious thought > > or consideration? It seems half the vehicles on the sight are less > > than mobile. > > > Aaron "Just Wondering" F > > > -- > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Question
As Aaron has pointed out there are only two members on here, Frank and yourself, the rest of us are figments of Franks imagination , who argue sometimes. Neil " not real " R On Aug 27, 7:01 pm, Cobra wrote: > Two... > > Aaron F -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078 Designated
Look at the list of tanks form T001-T079 . they are all designated. Once a tank reaches the point where it can move under its own power, the builder sends a photo + all the tanks info to Frank P. Frank grants the tank the next designation number and gives the builder/ owner the requirement of site web space. Neil R On Aug 25, 7:32 pm, Ryan P. wrote: > I was wondering. What does the fact that they are designated mean? > > Ryan w. > > On Aug 25, 2011, at 9:12 PM, Cobra wrote: > > > > > > > > > Wow, first T079 is anounced, then T078. There must be rupture in the > > space time contenum. I want to hear more! :) > > > Aaron (Bad Spellers of the World Untie) F > > > -- > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078
I`ve never really worked with aluminum, I`ve seen 1.5 - 2mm ally seriously deform when hit close up with paintballs, im a plywood guy Hope your brother mends well and I hope all you guys on the East coast stay safe during the forthcoming Storm ,I`ve heard its gonna be a hum dinger, Neil R On Aug 27, 8:35 am, Ryan P. wrote: > Hope nothing happens due to that tropical storm. > > Ryan w. > > On Aug 27, 2011, at 8:58 AM, "Dave D." wrote: > > > > > > > > > Hey Neil, > > > My "had" had nothing to do with it, I saw your tank up on the site (three > > or fours days ago) as T078...LOL. > > I guess "they" forgot to tell you about of the grand posting ceremony. > > And my apologies, I thought I heard somewhere that the Marder was 1/4 scale, > > you may have a first there with a 1/3 scale build!! > > > In preparing for this major "tropical storm" we're due to get on the east > > coast (I'm on Long Island, NY) > > I went over the other day to help a brother out getting things secured, as > > he injured his leg on the job(fell from a 10 ft scaffold!!). > > He was extremely lucky, just a broken heel, and some swelling, although the > > MRI results aren't in yet... > > > Anyhow, this all relates to tanks in that I got to see the aluminum sheets > > that he has laying around the yard, > > which I'm hoping someday soon to transform into a 1/6 scale or three > > footer(leaning towards this) tank/tank destroyer. > > Seeing the 1/8th inch sheets got me inspired again, perhaps I can have it > > ready in time for the MAG's spring 2012 dust-up... > > Once the storm passes, I'll have to go see my bother and get the sheets cut > > up into manageable, car friendly chunks... > > Ahh, a procrastinator's life for ME!! Well, got to be running, as the wind > > seems to have picked up, LOL!! > > > Cheers, > > > Dave D. > > > - Original Message - From: "neroc" > > To: "R/C Tank Combat" > > Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2011 2:05 PM > > Subject: [TANKS] Re: T078 > > > Thanks Dave but T078 hasnt been announced yet. keep it under your had > > for now :) > > and its 1/3rd scale .A full scale Marder III is just over 15 feet > > > Neil R > > > On Aug 24, 6:41 pm, "Dave D." wrote: > >> Hey Neil, > > >> Great to see that you've got a spot on the old roster of tanks, the Marder > >> III looks awesome!! > > >> Thanks for taking the time for all the photos and remarks, very helpful > >> even for us 1/6 folks... > > >> Hope that someday (soon), someone has the courage to build a 1/4 > >> counterpart, so you have someone to "share some paint with..." > > >> Cheers, > > >> Dave D. > > > -- > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat > > -- > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Intercontinental battlers
I had to start a new thread for this :- John p wrote :- "A dream of mine is to cross the pond with it for one of your battles someday." What can I say, It would be an honor to have one of the Mag marvels at a UK battle. Mr Tyng is over soon and we would have had a battle to fit in with his visit but 1/3rd of our members arnt available in September and we need all the assets we can get our hands on (some get scrapped occasionally you know).I wouldnt expect Steve to bring T040 over but a small tank like your new T079 is a possibility, especially if you had a few things over here that I/we could lend to you, I/we could provide Co2, batteries (12 Ah pairs) and maybe even a marker. If required, accommodation can also be provided assuming I havent sold this o`l house by then (whenever then will be). I had a dream of skipping the pond to battle in Mag city but funds dont allow at the moment. Neil "not so far away" R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T078
Thanks Dave but T078 hasnt been announced yet. keep it under your had for now :) and its 1/3rd scale .A full scale Marder III is just over 15 feet Neil R On Aug 24, 6:41 pm, "Dave D." wrote: > Hey Neil, > > Great to see that you've got a spot on the old roster of tanks, the Marder > III looks awesome!! > > Thanks for taking the time for all the photos and remarks, very helpful even > for us 1/6 folks... > > Hope that someday (soon), someone has the courage to build a 1/4 counterpart, > so you have someone to "share some paint with..." > > Cheers, > > Dave D. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: T079 Designation
Thats one neat looking tank John ,glad your sticking with the .68 paintballs. hope to see it in action soon . Neil R On Aug 23, 5:28 pm, Frank Pittelli wrote: > I am pleased to announce that John's Panzer II has been officially > designated as T079 with construction photos and details at: > > http://www.rctankcombat.com/tanks/T079 > > A couple more tweaks are needed to the drive system, but it rolled > around under it's own power on Saturday, achieving a "rolling chassis" > status. John has a month or so to arm it and get the turret working > before the fall battle. > > Frank P. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] A rules question
would it be legal during a battle to be in control of one tank (lets say a ride in tank, maybe a marder III or something ) and at the same time be in control of a rc tank (lets say a 1/6th leopard) ? obviously both assets would be on the same team. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Welding question
Thanks Jeremy ,What amp rating is your welder ?and what max thickness can you weld? this is what Im looking at :- http://www.metals4u.co.uk/detail.asp?cat_id=187&prd_id=3127 Hope the link works . I am a complete beginner to welding but prepared to put whatever time in that will be required. It would not be completely unnecessary but it would be nice to have the ability to weld metals other than mild steel. And with oxyacetylene you can even weld rust, so im told. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Welding question
Im going to require some welding equipment at some stage.At the moment I have to take everything (inc payment beer) to my friends house every time I require any metal joining together, this isnt all that convenient . Everybody tells me to buy a small(ish) MIG welder , 160Amp. I have seen these very cheap at £80 for everything except the argon bottle.this includes a chipping hammer and a mask. Or I do like the versatility of Oxyacetylene. I plan to teach myself from asking lots of questions to the right people and from youtube tutorials. I know very little about this subject, Im I looking at disaster ? If someone could advise id be very pleased. Thank you, Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: More Morris Gun tractor progress.
What Speed controller do you plan to use , Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Lots of work
Bill B (aka new fella) , please start a new thread of your own for your "paint" question ,in this instance you have hijacked "lots of work" thread started by Ryan P . this can wind people up and is not considered polite . Neil R On Aug 10, 4:46 pm, Ryan P. wrote: > Well today I was going to fix the size of the wheel supports. It was going > great until I realized I'm going to have to take apart my hull to do all six > sets of supports. So I might not see much improvement until after the > weekend. Well unless my second motor mount gets finished. > > Ryan p. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: ESC vs "on/off"
I often need to carefully drive in and out of the garage/carefully turn round tight spaces next to brick walls, and starting off at full speed is a strain on the drive systems. Neil "When its necessary , its necessary" R On Aug 9, 11:07 am, copperhead wrote: > How many of you guys go with speed controls vs. full throttle on/off? > > Is an ESC worth it? You can go slow but how often will that be > necessary? > > I got some DPDT switches that can handle the current so I'm thinking > about a couple MAG switches and a elevon mixer. > > Thanks in advance > Martin H -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: High tempatures
The group has been quiet for the last 18 months TBH ,I consider myself to be a semi newcomer here but I remember the days when tank talk and witty banter was an everyday rollercoaster I took very much for granted. If anyone knows the reason for the decline ,please chip in, how ever painful it my be to hear. I have no objection to discussions on heat , in or out of tanks . but we do need to talk tanks also. Neil " I dont mean to be a grouch " R On Aug 8, 2:16 pm, Ryan P. wrote: > Well the group has been really quiet lately so I wanted to start a > discussion. It's been too quiet for my liking. > > Ryan p. > > On Aug 8, 2011, at 2:09 PM, odysseyslipw...@aol.com wrote: > > > > > > > > > when i first saw the subject, i thought maybe it had to do with the heat > > within the tanks during battle and if there was any way to keep them > > cool.. > > > Chris, > > Odyssey Slipways > > -- > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: High tempatures
I only ask because I bought some cheese the other day and Im not sure Im totally happy with it . On Aug 8, 11:58 am, neroc wrote: > Is this forum still about tanks ? -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: High tempatures
Is this forum still about tanks ? -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Marder Progress
New fella Bill wrote :-"it runs on Pop Tarts instead of batteries." I only wish pop tarts had the calorific power to preform zero skid turns in a 1/3th tank, if that was true I wouldnt need all the extra weight that comes with 24 v of SLA :) And Guy , you can build a tank with any petrol engine you wish , but if you wish your tank to receive an rctankcombat designation it will have to fit within the rules and be electrically powered. I intend to build my next tank to have a petrol engine ( or two ) that can easily be replaced by a pair of electric motors for rctankcombat tank battles. Try this site for ideas :- http://www.scaledtanks.com/news.php its a bit like this site but builders build bigger tanks mainly using petrol engines Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Marder Progress
Chris I might make this tanks call sign "vandal surprise" :) And New fella Bill ,First of all hello , rc stands for "remote control" .Before starting this build I did check with the big bad boys from O`ld MAG City ,powers that be, and was assured that a sit in tank will be within the rules. If all knowledge of this rule allowance is now ( after more than a years work ) denied , then I may have to sit in a cupboard and sulk for many days writing stiff letters to very important and powerful people. I plan to battle this tank along with its radio counterparts and even win sometimes. its only 5 and a bit foot long so not much longer than some tanks. unless my little brain gets affected by a minor EMP I think I will have an edge in combat. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Greatest tank battles
Fantasic idea , this should be left to the MAG as the UK battles are a bit piddly in comparison . On Aug 3, 6:59 am, Chase Hargraves wrote: > maybe its time for a mockumentary. "Greatest R/C Tank Battles" anyone? > --Chase > > On 03/08/2011, neroc wrote: > > > > > > > > > My greatest tank battle was "war in the woods I" although at the time > > it was just known as "war in the woods" > > and even though I was thousands of miles away at the time ,I have > > thought the "Fall Brawl" looked a hoot !! > > > Neil R > > > -- > > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Greatest tank battles
My greatest tank battle was "war in the woods I" although at the time it was just known as "war in the woods" and even though I was thousands of miles away at the time ,I have thought the "Fall Brawl" looked a hoot !! Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: UK
Jim wrote :- "Could be done either as a "come & try" session for paintballers, or could be an exhibition battle(s) for entertainment" How about both ? I`ll happily put on a display so that interested partys could have a short go with a 1/6th tank ( T051 perhaps ), driving about and hitting targets etc. However these tanks are not always 100% reliable. Break downs are common and frequent. I wish our battles had some company or organisation of any description behind them. ATM UK battles are held where ever we can host them, by who ever will have us, organised by the 3 main participants Phil P, Pete A and myself. we have done ok so far and I try to bring new people in whenever possible. If you have access to a paintball site then we can do business , Wolverhampton is just fine. can you post a link please ? Im very interested in your N v S event , I`ll want two places please. Neil R On Jul 29, 3:26 am, "jim.frensham" wrote: > Hi Neil > I think it would be a good addition to the Festival and would be a huge > promotional opportunity for RC Tank Combat. Could be done either as a "come > & try" session for paintballers, airsofters, laser gamers etc or could be an > exhibition battle(s) for entertainment. The venue is SUPERB, even has a full > size tank training area I can have the use of. > We also run a full time Paintball & Combat Games venue at > Cosford,Wolverhampton and would be interested in more info on your 1/3 scale > project :) > Is there any organisation/company who arranges the RC Tank Battles or is it > all arranged ad-hoc by the participants? > Cheers > Jim Frensham > Warped Sports > > > e.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: UK
Andy , I look forward to meeting you across the battle field very soon ,If your M1 fights as good as it looks then the UK battles will step up a gear in an instant. Im hoping for an event around October`ish , sadly we cant do September . In the mean time if your Greek island is anywhere near Athens then you could pay a visit to a master tank builder called Chrys Kane, Builder of some great tanks on here. Neil R On Jul 29, 11:47 am, Andy_Basildon wrote: > Neil any other time I would jump at the chance but it so happens we > are going on holiday that same day, greek island for a whole 7 nights > - bliss > > but next time I will make sure I can attend as FA or if i'm lucky and > have the cash a fully op M1A1 > > On Jul 28, 9:16 pm, neroc wrote: > > > > > > > > > Andy wrote :-"about time someone set a challenged but alas mine is not > > ready yet > > M1A1" > > If you get hold of your marker and turret rotate motor you could have > > this M1 working as a Field Artillery piece, Plenty of people have done > > this to get themselves into the game ,even using string to turn the > > turret when all else failed and a switch on the end of a wire could > > fire the marker. > > Pete is waiting for conformation of a battle site for Sunday August > > 7th in Stoke that you could go to and would be made very welcome , or > > we will hopefully stage a late UK battle in October , your M1 could be > > a FA then maybe. > > > Neil R > > > On Jul 28, 2:05 am, Andy_Basildon wrote: > > > > about time someone set a challenged but alas mine is not ready yet > > > M1A1 > > > >http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa468/andydelve32/Photo287.jpg > > > > On Jul 27, 7:45 pm, neroc wrote: > > > > > Hello Jim , Too right Im interested . not only from an rc piont of > > > > view but also I have built a 1/3th paintballing tank over the last > > > > year or so that I sit in, I plan to place targets round the outside > > > > that when hit "kill" the tank so I can mix it with standard > > > > paintballers. This tank has not been tested yet but will be soon. > > > > If your only looking for 1/6th rc tanks then I have 2 and Phil Palmer > > > > form down south has 2 more.There are more being built but they wont be > > > > ready till next year. > > > > > Neil R > > > > > On Jul 27, 10:17 am, Chairman Miaow wrote: > > > > > > Well I only live half an hour away so I'm sure we can arrange > > > > > something. Currently my tank is in bits awaiting a rebuild but Neil is > > > > > always ready to show off in the good cause of attracting new people > > > > > into the hobby. > > > > > > On Jul 27, 12:13 pm, "jim.frens...@warpedsports.com" > > > > > > wrote: > > > > > > Anyone in the UK? > > > > > > > Would love to get some R/C tank combat at this event... > > > > > > >http://www.northvsouth.com > > > > > > > :) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: UK
Andy wrote :-"about time someone set a challenged but alas mine is not ready yet M1A1" If you get hold of your marker and turret rotate motor you could have this M1 working as a Field Artillery piece, Plenty of people have done this to get themselves into the game ,even using string to turn the turret when all else failed and a switch on the end of a wire could fire the marker. Pete is waiting for conformation of a battle site for Sunday August 7th in Stoke that you could go to and would be made very welcome , or we will hopefully stage a late UK battle in October , your M1 could be a FA then maybe. Neil R On Jul 28, 2:05 am, Andy_Basildon wrote: > about time someone set a challenged but alas mine is not ready yet > M1A1 > > http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa468/andydelve32/Photo287.jpg > > On Jul 27, 7:45 pm, neroc wrote: > > > > > > > > > Hello Jim , Too right Im interested . not only from an rc piont of > > view but also I have built a 1/3th paintballing tank over the last > > year or so that I sit in, I plan to place targets round the outside > > that when hit "kill" the tank so I can mix it with standard > > paintballers. This tank has not been tested yet but will be soon. > > If your only looking for 1/6th rc tanks then I have 2 and Phil Palmer > > form down south has 2 more.There are more being built but they wont be > > ready till next year. > > > Neil R > > > On Jul 27, 10:17 am, Chairman Miaow wrote: > > > > Well I only live half an hour away so I'm sure we can arrange > > > something. Currently my tank is in bits awaiting a rebuild but Neil is > > > always ready to show off in the good cause of attracting new people > > > into the hobby. > > > > On Jul 27, 12:13 pm, "jim.frens...@warpedsports.com" > > > > wrote: > > > > Anyone in the UK? > > > > > Would love to get some R/C tank combat at this event... > > > > >http://www.northvsouth.com > > > > > :) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: UK
Hello Jim , Too right Im interested . not only from an rc piont of view but also I have built a 1/3th paintballing tank over the last year or so that I sit in, I plan to place targets round the outside that when hit "kill" the tank so I can mix it with standard paintballers. This tank has not been tested yet but will be soon. If your only looking for 1/6th rc tanks then I have 2 and Phil Palmer form down south has 2 more.There are more being built but they wont be ready till next year. Neil R On Jul 27, 10:17 am, Chairman Miaow wrote: > Well I only live half an hour away so I'm sure we can arrange > something. Currently my tank is in bits awaiting a rebuild but Neil is > always ready to show off in the good cause of attracting new people > into the hobby. > > On Jul 27, 12:13 pm, "jim.frens...@warpedsports.com" > > > > > > > > wrote: > > Anyone in the UK? > > > Would love to get some R/C tank combat at this event... > > >http://www.northvsouth.com > > > :) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: 1/3rd Supply vehicles
Im very upset now !!! Neil R On Jul 26, 7:55 am, Cobra wrote: > Perhaps a 1/3 jeep should wait until a number of other 1/3 armored > vehicles are fielded. After all, it seems silly for a war to break out > between a Tank Destroyer and a small wheeled vehicle. > Just a thought that popped in my head anyways. > If you do end up building the jeep, I would wait in anticipation for > the wonderful build photos I enjoy so much. Good luck, altho i think > someone has built a jeep already like what you are speaking > of:http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/cobra9431/jeep.jpg > > Aaron F > SCAB -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] 1/3rd Supply vehicles
I`ve been thinking about my personal crusade into the 1/3rd scale. My attention is turned to the SV section of our world. Im dreaming about building a 1/3rd scale jeep out of a mobility scooter , These can be picked up very cheep on ebay for less than £50 . All the builder would need to do is shorten the wheel to wheel ctr and then build a plywood ( or whatever ) jeep body. If the rider could get over the fact that they are sat on a mobility scooter with the seat considerably lowered and his knees rather bent , then I think much fun could be had, and for very little cash. If the rule master would be happy to crowbar into the rules for a marker to be fixed to the front of the jeep , then even more fun could be had. Also Mobility scooters are designed to fit into the back of cars for easy transport. So Im wondering what do our members think of a 1/3rd anti tank jeep with no rc restrictions ? Neil " cant sleep " R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Morris CDSW supply vehicle
Phil wrote >- "Nice bit of work there Pete! Looking forward to seeing the end result!" You know what Pete , you dont have to take such sarcasm !! Neil R On Jul 25, 5:08 am, Phil wrote: > Back in 1984 we had a Morris Marina. Basically it was a re-bodied > Morris Minor and we liked it. The only problem was that the gearboxes > were not strong, and ours broke down on a trip to Scotland. On Easter > Sunday my wife and I woke up in a bed and breakfast in Gretna Green > knowing only that the car had been towed away the night before behind > a battered FIAT 127 by a man called Jock. I looked outside the window > and there was the car, fixed, and paid for by the B&B owner (we paid > him back). > > Not a fashionable car, but comfortable and generally reliable. Oh, and > easy to fix. > > Nice bit of work there Pete! Looking forward to seeing the end result! > > Phil Palmer > > On Jul 24, 5:41 am, Cobra wrote: > > > > > > > > > My only exposure to a Morris would be the Morris Marina from select > > episodes of BBC's Top Gear. If this Morris is the same which you are > > building, I hope you will supply video and pictures of when Jezzer, > > Hamster, and Cpt. Slow find out about it and proceed to drop a piano > > on it. > > > Aaron F.aol.com/odysseyslipways/index.html) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Rubber for tracks
Ryan wrote >- "If I find out that the track guides are too small I'll just add on to them." What track guides ? Is this rubber tread mill belt? Why is the belt cut so narrow ? it could be the full width of the track , If that was the case it would be stronger ( especially at the joint ) and give you less parts to cut and assemble . Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Wood for tracks
Ryan , the time you will spend making a set of TTS will easily justify you finding a better quality piece of timber than the one you have shown in the picture. I spent many months of my joinery apprenticeship laying Maple floors and if you ever get a splinter from maple you quickly develop respect for it. I have built a set of TTS using oak , a good quality and seasoned oak at that , and although it is very durable as Steve points out it is prone to splitting , consequently occasionally bits fall off . If I had access to maple that would`ve be my preferred choice. Maple is very hard and tough and has the ability to holds itself together well. If you attempt to build tracks out of knotty timber it simply wont survive the machining let alone the battling . Keep at it , we all like to see new guys making progress. Neil R On Jul 21, 1:33 pm, Steve Tyng wrote: > With all those knots it looks like pine to me but I'll take your word for > it. > > Oak has a larger open grain and can split easily. I've never used it on a > TTS for that reason. Find some maple, Home Depot or your local kitchen > center sells it. The first TTS was made from an old maple cutting board. > > Cherry was used in my second TTS. Though a dense, tight grained wood, it is > not as durable as maple and has worn more than I would have liked. It sure > looked nice though until its first battle! > > Steve Tyng -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: 6v - 12v chargers
Thank you gentlemen . Chris, the 12v charger is fine , i`ve charged batteries with it for years and it charges 12v batteries great. One of the 6v SLA may be duff. Joe ,the batteries in question are these:- http://www.technobotsonline.com/haze-hzs-sla-agm-battery-6v-12ah.html I bought a pair of them to add to the 12v 12AH ones I use in the 1/6 Marder with the intent of upping the power to 18v. I never knew such battery testers existed ,I think I require one, If any UK tankers are reading ,donations would be graciously accepted :) Steve, I too charge 12v SLA`s in series at 24v marked as pairs from new. however I know nothing of "discharging" other that using them to run the Leopard/ big Marder round the patio for a while. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] 6v - 12v chargers
I have bought 2No 6v 12 AH batteries that I have charged up in series with a 12v charger , I dont know why but they dont seem to like it one bit .Can anybody tell me if it is it better to charge 6v batteries on a 6 v charger one at a time ? Thanks Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Summer battle UK
We dont "play" we "battle" Neil "man up" R On Jul 13, 11:03 am, Chairman Miaow wrote: > I have left a message with the land-owner to see if we can play on the > 7th. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Summer battle UK
Im still up for the 7th if we cant do any other date till October. Mr miaow might not get a call all day. Neil R On Jul 12, 11:42 am, Chairman Miaow wrote: > I'm on call on the 7th. In fact my schedule is looking pretty busy > until after Holly goes to university in September. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Battery charger
why are you running at 6v ? Neil R On Jul 10, 1:07 pm, Ryan P. wrote: > Well since I like to plan ahead on what I'm going to need I thought about > battery chargers for my sla batteries that I will buy. Should I get an > automatic charger or should I buy a manual. My batteries I want will be 6v > 12amp. > > Ryan p. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: What is It?
obscure ? I`ve seen a leopard with 5 road wheels per side Neil R On Jul 7, 1:17 pm, Chairman Miaow wrote: > Try this for obscure . . . > > http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQfDqeQzmT__KUaYDoGxfyV2q4Z42... -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Stug prorgess
Bob and Andy , full marks to both of you, Your woodwork skills ,tank builds and motor choice are all looking mighty fine. Andy please let me know how you get on with these motors. Neil "A very impressed" R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: First Tank - Suggestions
A "good" first tank you ask. I would have thought the best thing to do is to copy one of the most successful yet simplest tanks on the T0-- list. the one that springs to mind is Franks own T001. its simple because it is very boxy in design and it has no suspension. You could copy as much or as little as you wish. Its also up to you how close you are to perfect scale. personally scale comes a very poor second to workability. My advice would be to go for a 3` long Tiger I. Welcome to the forum Neil R On Jul 2, 3:30 am, "Marcus Ward" wrote: > Yeah I got that worked out, I was just hoping that somebody may have started > a library of plans > > _ > > From: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com [mailto:rctankcombat@googlegroups.com] > On Behalf Of Ben Holko > Sent: Saturday, July 02, 2011 8:21 PM > To: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > Subject: RE: [TANKS] First Tank - Suggestions > > Hi Marcus, > > Best bet for plans and measurements is to buy a 1/35 plastic kit, and scale > out the measurements from there. > > Ben > > From: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com [mailto:rctankcombat@googlegroups.com] > On Behalf Of Marcus Ward > Sent: Saturday, 2 July 2011 3:46 PM > To: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > Subject: [TANKS] First Tank - Suggestions > > Hey Guys, > > Im from Australia, and have been in touch with the only other person in my > area involved in the hobby. > > I am looking for suggestions as to a "good" first tank to build, if there is > such a thing. > > Any advice appreciated. > > Also is there anywhere that has 1/6 plans? I know I can scale some up via > the photocopier, though it is just nicer and easier if you can get them off > the shelf. > > Im sure I will have many more questions in the future. > > Regards > > Marcus > > -- > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat > > _ > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG -www.avg.com > Version: 10.0.1388 / Virus Database: 1516/3738 - Release Date: 07/01/11 > > -- > You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. > To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com > To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > Visit the group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Future UK battle dates 2011
Im looking for battlers with a list of weekend dates when they are available for a fight. I can find a battle site somewhere between Manchester and Stoke and offer overnight accommodation if required. I will have 3No tanks ready very soon and I know there are at least 3 more UK tanks .so with a little push this could be the biggest and best UK battle to date. If anybody is interested please leave your available dates and battle ready assets below:- Thank you , Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: looking to contact Chelmsford, Essex Chris Malton
Well normally you send a message to Frank Pittelli asking him to add you . Provide him with your name and address + what you are building . After sufficient funds have settled in his off shore account he`ll add you to the KOR at his next convenience. Or I could do it for you , I have just sold T068 to an unsuspecting member of the KOR and Id like to see an update to the changes in ownership. I try not to extend Franks rctankcombat workload too often. Im told he does a very beneficial 2 for 1 admin deal . Neil R On Jun 23, 9:31 pm, Andy_Basildon wrote: > cheers neil, how do i join the group? > > On Jun 22, 11:19 am, neroc wrote: > > > > > > > > > Look at the KOR team on the teams page > > >http://www.rctankcombat.com/teams/KOR/ > > > You will see all the UK members signed up to date , where they are > > located and links to all the assets that have been built and who built > > them . > > > Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Sherman visits the doctor
I have to ask Aaron , who is the RC doctor ? and why does he/she diagnose issues with markers ? I think your tank is becoming a little person inside your head .tanks do that spinning thing after a time , I think its called `broke` every sabertooth I`ve ever owned (5 No) has eventually done a `spinny` Neil R On Jun 22, 3:08 pm, Cobra wrote: > Today the Sherman will travel to see the RC doctor to be diagnosed on > his marker's performance issues. I can tell he is nervouse because all > of a sudden he has started to spin in circles when all controls are at > 0. Cross your fingers and hope the best for the poor guy. I hope he > didn't swallow the puzzle piece. > > Aaron F > SCAB > T076 (same calibur as the main gun, heh heh) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: looking to contact Chelmsford, Essex Chris Malton
Look at the KOR team on the teams page http://www.rctankcombat.com/teams/KOR/ You will see all the UK members signed up to date , where they are located and links to all the assets that have been built and who built them . Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Marder Progress
Dave i hope whenever your ready you will create a little monster of your own in whatever scale and share the delights of landing many hits on an unsuspecting foe. And Steve I can only hope you get a shop soon, If you built a ride-in all I`d have to do is copy your ideas , tanking made easy. My sisters kids 8 and 10 have been all over the garden in it, laughing and killing my lawn till the batteries died, what I am struggling to find in the UK are decent geared motors without paying £350 each , Im thinking about 1HP per side minimum . pushing a stick with a pad on the end into the ground to turn the thing is not my greatest hour. Neil " ride ins = good incentive to not eat too many pies " R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: looking to contact Chelmsford, Essex Chris Malton
Yes I am in the UK , I will pass on your request to Chris but he doesnt actually live in Essex as hes away at Uni for the next year or so , maybe I could be of assistance myself, I could give you advise on key tank building subjects like what marker to buy and where to buy it, organizing battle events or even help in joining a team. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: looking to contact Chelmsford, Essex Chris Malton
Yes , I have it Neil R On Jun 20, 7:34 pm, Andy_Basildon wrote: > Hi everybody I am looking to contact Chris Malton of Chelmsford Essex > UK, anybody got contact number? -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Marder Progress
Thanks Dave D , I was wondering if members on this site could be persuaded to ditch 1/6th rc vehicles for their more fun 1/3rd ride in counter parts , but i dont think I`m a very good advert for any such revolution just yet . Im really hoping to battle this little monster this season and I do even fancy my chances against rc tanks , for instance , a few benefits :- 1/ zero radio control issues ( there are many ) 2/ I`ll be able to see exactly where Im shooting 3/ My marker firing actuator cant die mid battle ( very annoying ) 4/ I`ll see how many shots I have left in the hopper 5/ I wont take any body shots ( that hurt alot ) The main bad points are any 1/3rd tank will be a slow moving big o`l target on the battle field. So when we Brits battle again I hope to have results . time will tell. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Marder Progress
testing on grass with my new pair of 18AH batteries , this is how they preform after their first charge :- http://youtu.be/y2Qev4YMWqk Im quite happy with its speed and climbing ability but turning on grass is still not happening , further gearing down will have to take place. Im hoping if your a Brit and you see this you will want to fire paint at it. Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: how do I join a team?
The KOR was set up about 3 years ago , Keith Jackson had the idea of the "Kings Own" many years ago , I simply stuck a "Regiment" on the end, Phil P came up with the motto and I simply asked Frank P to start a new team. You are more than welcome to join the KOR or if you wish you could start a rival group. Neil R On Jun 9, 10:03 pm, Andy_Basildon wrote: > HOW DO YOU EXPLAIN THIS THEN? > > The R/C Tank Combat hobby isn't just about building scale models that > shoot paintballs, it's also about the teamwork required to build and > operate a successful fighting force. Individual battlers get wiped out > easily ... well-coordinated teams thrive and survive. The following > teams currently exist at various stages of development: > > Maryland Attack Group (MAG) > As the first team in the hobby, the Maryland Attack Group has built a > strong foundation for battlefield tactics and workshop engineering. > MAG members have invented many of the systems and building techniques > currently used in the hobby, and they have made the designs and > lessons learned available to everyone in the hobby. > > Canadian Tank Division (CTD) > The Canadian Tank Division (aka. Northern Barbarians) occupies the > vast northern areas of North America. Although the territory is large > and rugged, CTD members are equal to the challenge and are actively > building armored vehicles to defend their homeland. > > The Netherlands Tankers (TNT) > Although we just started our European based group, we are working hard > on getting our tanks battle-ready. We live in the Netherlands and are > hoping more teams will join the fun and start a team. Come on fellow > Europeans, bring it on! > > Australian Panzer Force (APF) > The Australian Panzer Force roams the vast lands of Southern > Australia, protecting their homeland from all intruders. Although > their numbers are small and young, they are highly motivated and > energetic. > > Florida Panzer Corps (FPC) > The Florida Panzer Corps consists of a small, but elite group of > battlers in Florida devoted to building the best armored vehicles in > the hobby. > > Defenders of the Old Dominion (DOD) > The Defenders of the Old Dominion stand ready to repel all tyrants and > any others who would threaten the Mother of States. > > King's Own Regiment (KOR) > "We will fight them on the beaches. We will fight them on the streets > and landing-grounds." The elite armoured force known as the King's Own > Regiment is ready to give Johnny Foreigner a taste of British paint! > > On Jun 9, 2:53 am, Cobra wrote: > > > > > > > > > Teams are made up on the spot, not listed on a roster. KOR is just > > another way of saying Britts and MAG a way to say East Coast > > Americans. Soon SCAB will be synonymous with the West Coast if not > > already. -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Video from MAG compound
Loved it John ,well built ,what a speedy little fella , reminds me of a Jack Russel puppy I owned once. I thought it was going to flip over when coming to a full stop. Just remember bird fedders dont fight back, Tyngs do Neil R -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
[TANKS] Re: Need your help please people on what type of marker to get
thank you Chris , Derek . I mustn't be as fascinating as I thought I was :) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe, send email to rctankcombat+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com Visit the group at http://groups.google.com/group/rctankcombat
