Re: [TANKS] Re: LKII-Tank

2011-10-30 Thread Derek Engelhaupt
On 10/31/11, Cobra wrote: > In World Of Tanks, we call that the LOLtarktor. > > On Oct 30, 6:42 pm, Chase Hargraves wrote: >> Heres some more information on it: >> >> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LK_IIhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strv_m/21-29 >> >> Looks like it was a light tank being developed a

[TANKS] Re: LKII-Tank

2011-10-30 Thread Cobra
In World Of Tanks, we call that the LOLtarktor. On Oct 30, 6:42 pm, Chase Hargraves wrote: > Heres some more information on it: > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LK_IIhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strv_m/21-29 > > Looks like it was a light tank being developed at the end of WW1 by the > germans, th

[TANKS] alternative drive method

2011-10-30 Thread MaleRN
I came across this simple drive system lol Dog power http://en.video.sympatico.ca/index.php/en/video/E_EP_I/3/viral-videos/108/all-jokeroo/525/dog-in-ridiculous-tank-costume/1239089216001 Might want a larger "motor" for more modern MBT Stewart -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank C

Re: [TANKS] Re: photos from Gettysburg

2011-10-30 Thread Bill Byrnes
I'd like to add Miss to my disc golf list.  Are you hosting a tank battle there?  Count me in.  You're not expecting any snow storms, are you? Bill (back in snow-free Florida) B --- On Sun, 10/30/11, Mike Mangus wrote: From: Mike Mangus Subject: Re: [TANKS] Re: photos from Gettysburg To: "rct

Re: [TANKS] LKII-Tank

2011-10-30 Thread Chase Hargraves
Heres some more information on it: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LK_II http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strv_m/21-29 Looks like it was a light tank being developed at the end of WW1 by the germans, though they only completed two prototypes. Parts were purchased by the Swedes after the war, and they p

Re: [TANKS] LKII-Tank

2011-10-30 Thread OdysseySlipways
i thought since there is a paper model of it, it might be of interest to someone to build as all they'd have to do is scale it to what ever size they want Chris, _Odyssey Slipways_ (http://hometown.aol.com/odysseyslipways/index.html) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat

Re: [TANKS] LKII-Tank

2011-10-30 Thread pilotx1
Looks like the leichtraktor from world of tanks Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile -Original Message- From: odysseyslipw...@aol.com Sender: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com Date: Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:13:27 To: Reply-To: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com Subject: [TANKS] LKII-Tank _Click here: L

[TANKS] LKII-Tank

2011-10-30 Thread OdysseySlipways
_Click here: LKII-Tank | Vehicles |_ (http://www.fiddlersgreen.net/models/Vehicles/LKII-Tank.html) just came across this, looks like an old armored car with tracks and a turret Chris, _Odyssey Slipways_ (http://hometown.aol.com/odysseyslipways/index.html) -- You are currently subscri

Re: [TANKS] YouTube link.

2011-10-30 Thread Clark Ward Jr
Yeah it did! Good to see it running!I've got to get my sprocket done, I've got the hinge tracks and roadwheels. Also need to make the suspension arms for the roadwheels. But grats on your progress! On Sun, Oct 30, 2011 at 8:11 PM, Ryan W. wrote: > Did the YouTube link work? > > Ryan w. > >

[TANKS] YouTube link.

2011-10-30 Thread Ryan W .
Did the YouTube link work? 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/rctankcomba

Re: [TANKS] Are tank destroyers a liability in rc combat?

2011-10-30 Thread Gettysburg114th
I'm building a Stug III Tank Destroyer because I like the vehicle and just want to play the game. Bob Red Lion, Pa. In a message dated 10/30/2011 1:23:23 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, t...@me.com writes: Thanks for the experienced advice and links! On Oct 30, 2011, at 10:41 AM, _tiger

Re: Re: [TANKS] Are tank destroyers a liability in rc combat?

2011-10-30 Thread tiger1fan
Always a pleasure.  :) JohnOn 10/30/11, Tommy Lum wrote:Thanks for the experienced advice and links!On Oct 30, 2011, at 10:41 AM, tiger1...@verizon.net wrote: Hi Tom, I think the Elephant is very cool as well.  Here is a link to bigtanks and their version of the tank in 1/6.    http://www.bigta

Re: [TANKS] Re: Gettysburg

2011-10-30 Thread Susan Gutbrodt
Derek, Have you modified the electronics on the Humvee’s ??? Mine went toast and am putting new radio ESC etc in it Wondering what you may have used... http://thumb15.webshots.net/t/87/187/4/55/12/2509455120104778475nhZfTA_th.jpg Kurt G From: Derek Engelhaupt Sent: Saturday, October 29, 20

Re: [TANKS] Re: photos from Gettysburg

2011-10-30 Thread Susan Gutbrodt
You are a very sick person I now see the long term effects of being snowbound 10 months of the year. But the voices said they liked it Kurt (great now it's stuck in my head and they're singing it in little elves costumes) G -Original Message- From: Fred Thomson Sent: Sun

Re: [TANKS] Re: about them scooter controllers being tested....

2011-10-30 Thread OdysseySlipways
(crap, just thought of something else) will this unit shut off power completely (to the motors) if the transmitter was turned off - as in a run-away tank? Chris, _Odyssey Slipways_ (http://hometown.aol.com/odysseyslipways/index.html) -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat

Re: [TANKS] Re: about them scooter controllers being tested....

2011-10-30 Thread OdysseySlipways
(i hate thinking of something else right after i hit the send button) you say "Upper limit settings for forward/reverse speeds" is this more or less just the travel of the stick on one's remote (programming the unit in some way)? and would you consider an upgraded unit (if not all ready wo

Re: [TANKS] Re: photos from Gettysburg

2011-10-30 Thread Mike Mangus
 Columbus AFB just put in a disc golf course on the base.  So if you ever get out this way, you can add Mississippi to the list.  :) Mike From: Bill Byrnes To: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, October 30, 2011 3:45 AM Subject: Re: [TANKS] Re: phot

Re: [TANKS] Re: about them scooter controllers being tested....

2011-10-30 Thread OdysseySlipways
In a message dated 10/30/2011 12:19:21 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, frank.pitte...@gmail.com writes: The goal is to provide a 24v 500W dual-motor modular solution for $100-$150. That's better than equivalent commercial products, with the added benefit that all critical parts will be in

Re: [TANKS] Are tank destroyers a liability in rc combat?

2011-10-30 Thread Tommy Lum
Thanks for the experienced advice and links! On Oct 30, 2011, at 10:41 AM, tiger1...@verizon.net wrote: > Hi Tom, I think the Elephant is very cool as well. Here is a link to > bigtanks and their version of the tank in 1/6. > > http://www.bigtanks.de/site/bigtanks-n.htm > > John >

Re: [TANKS] Re: about them scooter controllers being tested....

2011-10-30 Thread Frank Pittelli
The scooter controller prototype circuit was based on some early designs by Joe Sommer and myself, incorporating lots of things we've learned over the years. The circuit was battle-tested during the spring battle in Paul's PzII and the circuit worked well. We did some additional testing over

[TANKS] Re: about them scooter controllers being tested....

2011-10-30 Thread Fred Thomson
Inquiring minds want to know. (Bad pun intended). I don't think they got much of a work-out at Gettysburg due to snow. -Cheers, Fred -- 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 rcta

[TANKS] Re: photos from Gettysburg

2011-10-30 Thread Fred Thomson
It's a shame you were snowed out. ...and to inject a little humour, The Northern Barbarians, Central Alberta Defense Squadron (CADS) presents a musical tribute... ana One, ana Two... Cell Phones ring, are you listening, On the meadow, snow is glistening A beautiful sight, Things will go right.

Re: [TANKS] Are tank destroyers a liability in rc combat?

2011-10-30 Thread tiger1fan
 Hi Tom, I think the Elephant is very cool as well.  Here is a link to bigtanks and their version of the tank in 1/6.    http://www.bigtanks.de/site/bigtanks-n.htm   John  On 10/30/11, Tommy Lum wrote:Well, I had the Abrams ready to go but the weather just wouldn't cooperate. This winter my brother

Re: [TANKS] Are tank destroyers a liability in rc combat?

2011-10-30 Thread Frank Pittelli
Yes. If you build and operate a TD properly, it can compete against anything else. One advantage of a TD is that it forces you to keep the front of the vehicle pointed towards the opposition. One disadvantage is that it can't easily "track" vehicles at long range moving across the field. Th

[TANKS] Re: Are tank destroyers a liability in rc combat?

2011-10-30 Thread Fred Thomson
Having 1 turreted tank (T064) and one tank destroyer (T013) I put my Ariete build on hold and am concentrating on a StuG III. Cheers, Fred -- 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

[TANKS] Are tank destroyers a liability in rc combat?

2011-10-30 Thread Tommy Lum
Well, I had the Abrams ready to go but the weather just wouldn't cooperate. This winter my brother wants a tank to play with as well and left all the details up to me (including picking a tank, building it and testing it). I am in love with 3 tanks all of which are impractical in one way or anot

Re: [TANKS] Re: Gettysburg

2011-10-30 Thread OdysseySlipways
In a message dated 10/30/2011 2:05:49 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, tan...@gmail.com writes: Hell, if I'm home by spring, I would consider making the drive up from Texas. If I got home in time, I could bring up to 5 vehicles (M113, Sturmtiger, KV-1, and (2) 21st Century Hummers for suppl

Re: [TANKS] Re: photos from Gettysburg

2011-10-30 Thread Bill Byrnes
My wife's main interest in these trips is go go to new malls for shopping.  We already had the Gettysburg Outlet Mall and a Chambersburg mall in the GPS for her entertainment.  At a recent warship battle in Statesboro, GA, she was talked into driving a convoy ship around as a target.  She did pr