Re: [TANKS] Re: Interest in Pennsylvania

2021-02-16 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
updates? not sure if i could make the trip but would still be interested if nothing else other than seeing everyone again chris In a message dated 1/9/2021 10:56:51 AM Eastern Standard Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes:  I’m going to try to contact the state to see if one of the state ga

Re: [TANKS] Re: T093 Rebuild

2020-05-25 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
wasn't there a half track you were working on before? chris In a message dated 5/23/2020 6:05:02 PM Eastern Standard Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Thanks, Derek! Not yet, Will. Got a few parts lined up to use in the turret rebuild but I'm putting the Locust aside and focusing on the Panther

Re: [TANKS] Re: T093 Rebuild

2020-05-25 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
those finished arms looks really nice and clean! i may have to have to make mine chris In a message dated 5/23/2020 3:35:13 PM Eastern Standard Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Put in an intense day yesterday and got the suspension completely assembled. Testing today shows it works really well

Re: [TANKS] Check out Lasercut StuG III Ausf. F by JackCarter - Thingiverse

2019-12-22 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
here are a few others he has done Lasercut Panzer IV G (motorized) by JackCarter - Thingiverse Lasercut KV-1 (motorizable) by JackCarter - Thingiverse Lasercut B1 bis by JackCarter - Thingiverse Lasercut Sherman - no screw by JackCarter - Thingiverse Lasercut RC Jagdtiger by JackCarter - Thingivers

[TANKS] Check out Lasercut StuG III Ausf. F by JackCarter - Thingiverse

2019-12-22 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
Lasercut StuG III Ausf. F by JackCarter - Thingiverse just found this on Thingiverse, thought it might be something of interest for someone wanting to make a Stug in 1:6 scale (after you enlarge it by 3x's) chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a mess

Re: [TANKS] any advantage to a FB page?

2019-10-23 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
., Oct. 22, 2019, 9:43 p.m. odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat wrote: i know there are maybe 2 or 3 other r/c tank facebook pages and was wondering would there be any dis/advantages of having a FB page? i'm guessing the main issue is those that don't anything to do with FB, but other

Re: [TANKS] Re: where is everyone?

2019-10-22 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
Hi Doug, since last we spoke, the old lap top died and got a new one and started tinkering with Fusion 360 but don't really have the time to sit and play with it daily (or weekly) like i'd like to but do want to get back to it (hoping to get the hang of it) chris In a message dated 10/22/2019 10

[TANKS] any advantage to a FB page?

2019-10-22 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
i know there are maybe 2 or 3 other r/c tank facebook pages and was wondering would there be any dis/advantages of having a FB page? i'm guessing the main issue is those that don't anything to do with FB, but other than that? Chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" g

Re: [TANKS] Re: where is everyone?

2019-10-22 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
i hear ya, i have been looking for work for a few weeks now, unless you have a CDL or are a RN your out of luck and i can still hear my bank account bouncing... chris In a message dated 10/22/2019 1:52:56 PM Eastern Standard Time, tigertank...@gmail.com writes: All, This is Stu Cameron, in Se

[TANKS] where is everyone?

2019-10-21 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
i have only seen maybe 3 or 4 people posting in here over that last few months? so where is everyone? still there but life getting in the way? gone off to some FaceBook page? or just given up on the hobby? chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a messa

[TANKS] so who's going to print a large scale tank like this

2019-10-21 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
BIG 3D PRINTED TANK - IT ROLLS!! - YouTube my brother just found this and i thought i'd share it with you chris -- -- 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

[TANKS] 3D printed vs point blank kit?

2019-09-05 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
has anyone tried a point blank kit on anything 3D printed? if so, how did it hold up and what material was used chris -- -- 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+unsub

Re: [TANKS] A bit quiet recently...!

2019-04-15 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
i was thinking the same thing but then i have been without a working computer for the last 4 months chris In a message dated 3/31/2019 4:41:39 PM Eastern Standard Time, jmaxh...@gmail.com writes: Hello everyone! The past months have been somewhat quiet... I hope everyone is doing all rigth a

[TANKS] 1/13 scale RC Type-16 MCV

2018-09-19 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MiIHVKs_qk chris -- -- 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

Re: [TANKS] Need help REAL BAD

2018-09-14 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
can you post some pictures please? chris -Original Message- From: taranaki tanker To: R/C Tank Combat Sent: Fri, Sep 14, 2018 7:51 pm Subject: [TANKS] Need help REAL BAD Well the m113 is on its last chance.4 YEARS ,4 different transmission/motor combinations and it still don

Re: [TANKS] Latest and greatest with cast tracks

2018-05-30 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
any pics or videos? chris -Original Message- From: Caleb Smith <3219ca...@gmail.com> To: R/C Tank Combat Sent: Wed, May 30, 2018 8:49 pm Subject: Re: [TANKS] Latest and greatest with cast tracks Thanks for the great info, Jean! I'll look into the 305 stuff. What product are

[TANKS] gun elevation related

2018-05-09 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
just saw these shown on a facebook page that someone is using for the cranes on their work boats but thought maybe they might work for a balanced gun https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Huina-Professional-Metal-Strength-Main-Arm-Second-Arm-Bucket-Arm-Driving-Rod-for-RC-Excavator/32816188037.html?shor

[TANKS] (from the Dorset Tank Club)

2018-05-08 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
just saw this and thought some of you might get a laugh -- -- 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.goo

Re: [TANKS] Interesting product

2018-04-13 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
h rc radio and receivers for less than 50$ that got a least a 1km of range those days So is it worth the trouble of a short range console game remote???! J-Max On Fri, Apr 13, 2018, 10:17 PM odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat wrote: i also wish i could hear what he was saying - even wi

Re: [TANKS] Interesting product

2018-04-13 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
i also wish i could hear what he was saying - even with both volumes at max he was still whispering chris -Original Message- From: odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat To: rctankcombat Sent: Fri, Apr 13, 2018 10:14 pm Subject: Re: [TANKS] Interesting product interesting, but

Re: [TANKS] Interesting product

2018-04-13 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
interesting, but only 10m range? is that due to the receiver or the game controller? some of the guys in here have been using PS2 controllers (not sure of the range) chris -Original Message- From: Christopher Crabb To: rctankcombat Sent: Fri, Apr 13, 2018 3:16 pm Subject: [TANK

Re: [TANKS] Cheap imitators

2018-04-10 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
just post some RCTankCombat video links on the page chris -Original Message- From: Caleb Smith <3219ca...@gmail.com> To: R/C Tank Combat Sent: Tue, Apr 10, 2018 6:24 pm Subject: [TANKS] Cheap imitators WoT sponsored this guy to build a "tank" to promote their game. Why can't the

[TANKS] video about German Stug track links

2018-04-06 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
in one of the facebook pages i follow someone posted a link to this one youtube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oB9jBsKiU_U&feature=youtu.be where he starts off with the book and then of actual Stug track links including track cleats and then ends up with scale model track links. i found t

Re: [TANKS] Raspberry Pi + Linux + Xbox360 = new prototype vehicle

2018-04-01 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
after clicking on the link and the page loading up, i scroll down to a black error "Media error: Format(s) not supported or source(s) not found" chris -Original Message- From: Doug Conn To: R/C Tank Combat Sent: Sun, Apr 1, 2018 9:13 am Subject: [TANKS] Raspberry Pi + Linux +

Re: [TANKS] the m113 fsv

2018-03-23 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
can you post some pictures? someone might see something that others may miss chris -- -- 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

[TANKS] small, european speed controller

2018-02-05 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
this has been posted on another r/c tank group (across the pond) and some that use them say they are good. the only draw back they say is that they don't take orders online. from what i see they are only 12vt up to 30amp and for one motor *i don't know them, support them or use them chris --

Re: [TANKS] Re: Where is everyone?

2018-01-28 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
i'm siting here in front of this laptop again where i normally am (any more) so, what tank are you looking to build? chris -Original Message- From: J-MaxRC To: rctankcombat Sent: Sun, Jan 28, 2018 1:39 pm Subject: Re: [TANKS] Re: Where is everyone? Ahah! On Jan 28, 2018 9

[TANKS] Fwd: YIKESHU B-14 Remote Control Off-Road Racing Vehicles Four - wheel climbing Military Truck

2018-01-23 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.1609506035796790&type=3 just saw this one one of the facebook pages i follow and thought it might be of interest to someone now i'm not sure how sturdy the body is but i'm guessing it could be replaced with plywood i see there are 4different ty

[TANKS] linear something

2017-09-04 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
https://hobbyking.com/en_us/hobbyking-ultra-micro-servo-1-7g-for-3d-flight-left.html chris -- -- 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

Re: [TANKS] Kunkee's super simple suspension system

2017-08-22 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
not work, so says youtube chris -Original Message- From: Robert Currie To: R/C Tank Combat Sent: Tue, Aug 22, 2017 3:15 pm Subject: Re: [TANKS] Kunkee's super simple suspension system https://youtu.be/C3GInnby0d0 On Monday, April 3, 2017 at 9:13:23 AM UTC-7, Loren wrote:

Re: Re: Re: [TANKS] gun elevation motor?

2017-04-07 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
correct.   chris   In a message dated 4/7/2017 3:39:18 PM Eastern Standard Time, srwh7...@gmail.com writes:   Would the motor or nut need a pivot? I can picture the meshing angle changing as the gun angle changes. -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To

Re: Re: Re: [TANKS] gun elevation motor?

2017-04-07 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
actually, it does need to pivot or it'll bind   chris   In a message dated 4/7/2017 4:33:06 PM Eastern Standard Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes:   Just design it like a tie rod end. That way the motor doesn't have to pivot. On Friday, April 7, 2017 at 3:39:17 PM UTC-4, srwh...@gmail

Re: [TANKS] Kunkee's super simple suspension system

2017-04-06 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
so if i understand this correctly, the rectangular tubing moves freely on the bolt. the bolt is tightened in place set at a desired position/angle when doing so. the piano wire works as a torsion bar from within the rectangular tubing.   next question, how did you assemble it - the wire throug

Re: Re: [TANKS] gun elevation motor?

2017-04-06 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
PM Eastern Standard Time, panthergol...@gmail.com writes:   I could make you a drawing if you gave me the thread pitch and desired profile. I doubt it would last very long though On Apr 5, 2017 11:49 PM, "odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat" wrote: i wonder if there are drawings th

Re: Re: [TANKS] gun elevation motor?

2017-04-06 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
i don't think the printer at the local shop won't have an issue with threads - though i could always mold and one of the nuts that come with it   chris   In a message dated 4/6/2017 2:05:04 PM Eastern Standard Time, kunkmies...@gmail.com writes:   Acme is a standard profile. You'd have

Re: [TANKS] gun elevation motor?

2017-04-05 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
i wonder if there are drawings that could be used to 3D print a nut?   chris   In a message dated 4/5/2017 7:40:34 AM Eastern Standard Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes:   I have two of these motors I purchased a while ago. They have a 7/16 ACME thread which is very hard to find nuts for

[TANKS] gun elevation motor?

2017-04-03 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
CAR SEAT 12VDC GEAR MOTOR i see it says non-standard thread - i'm wondering if it's metric. thought it might make for a nice gun elevation motor if something could be found to mate with that thread.   chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a m

Re: Re: [TANKS] Re: An Era is OVER!

2017-02-20 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
why?   In a message dated 2/20/2017 10:28:18 PM Eastern Standard Time, steve...@gmail.com writes:   What about attendance?     As the dude who provided the prepped fields for the first five years of the hobby (and that little sortie in 01 doesn't count), nobody here has the right to

Re: Re: [TANKS] An Era is OVER!

2017-02-18 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
on the contrary, SCC seem to have set a trap, luring you in with "alternative facts" giving you a false sense of security and it seems to have worked so far...   In a message dated 2/18/2017 5:05:52 PM Eastern Standard Time, frank.pitte...@gmail.com writes:   A close examination of the so

[TANKS] baby oil smoke

2017-02-17 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
i was going through my facebook notices and one posted a link about some 1:6 scale tanks at Bovington, so i watched it and in one part the cameraman asks about what fluid does you use for the smoke and he says baby oil..   https://youtu.be/F6nFgkKv1_8    chris -- -- You are curren

Re: Re: [TANKS] Re: Centurion mrk5

2017-02-12 Thread odysseyslipways via R/C Tank Combat
it almost looks small like a kids play toy tank until you see that recliner behind it   chris   In a message dated 2/12/2017 6:58:38 AM Eastern Standard Time, steve...@gmail.com writes:   Impressive work, On Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 6:14:50 AM UTC-5, Niels Erik Kristensen wrote:

Re: [TANKS] Re: 3D printer CAD

2017-01-29 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i'm not one for understanding that sort of stuff, but i am looking to buy a set of files that require that program to use it. i have seen a few free download links (2012 version) on the web but haven't clicked onto one yet as my luck i'd pick a bogus link and get something other than the auto

[TANKS] Check out Here comes the open source Snow Plow Robot | Open Electronics

2017-01-28 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
_Click here: Here comes the open source Snow Plow Robot | Open Electronics_ (http://www.open-electronics.org/here-comes-the-open-source-snow-plow-robot/) i just ran across this in an unrelated search (it's amazing how much unrelated crap turns up when your not looking for it) and started l

Re: [TANKS] rubber track links - who was making them

2016-12-20 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
found 'em, it's Tank Chain chris In a message dated 12/20/2016 5:49:03 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: i'm looking to see if the individual is still here. i tried looking for your facebook page but don't seem to be able to find it chris -- -- You

[TANKS] rubber track links - who was making them

2016-12-20 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i'm looking to see if the individual is still here. i tried looking for your facebook page but don't seem to be able to find it chris -- -- 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 t

Re: [TANKS] Re: Centurion mrk 5

2016-10-22 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
so i take it all of thesee gears are also 3D printed? chris In a message dated 10/22/2016 7:20:26 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, n...@live.dk writes: (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mX-R9oS8ViI/WAtK930_8LI/A5k/vKTn0ApcB0YiDG5hlzzepHcD8ydxDfaYQCLcB/s1600/BILD3323.JPG) (htt

Re: [TANKS] M113fsv build

2016-10-22 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
oh, okay, i know what they are, but by a slightly different name "Lock Collars" chris In a message dated 10/22/2016 2:41:33 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, saunderspeter...@gmail.com writes: All the collets are is a length of brass rod bored out to, in my case, 4mm, the rod by the way is 1

Re: [TANKS] M113fsv build

2016-10-21 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
will have to see what they look like when you get to them. how exactly do they work? chris In a message dated 10/22/2016 1:06:38 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, saunderspeter...@gmail.com writes: Hey Chris, I didn't think of those two ideas of yours, I'm actually going to make some collets

Re: [TANKS] M113fsv build

2016-10-21 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i would think he'd either drill a hole and use a cotter pin and washer or thread the end and use a nylon lined nut chris In a message dated 10/21/2016 5:52:39 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, jmaxh l...@gmail.com writes: And how will you secure the wheels on the torsion bar??! Very nice built

Re: [TANKS] M113fsv build

2016-10-19 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
okay, so the metal strap is covering the secured end - got it. chris In a message dated 10/19/2016 10:51:34 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, saunderspeter...@gmail.com writes: The hull is double thickness of 12.5 mm ply with 4mm hole at the anchor point of the torsion bar. The bar is bent wit

Re: [TANKS] M113fsv build

2016-10-19 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
how are you securing the far ends of your torsion bars so they don't slip while still allowing the neighboring torsion bar to move freely? In a message dated 10/19/2016 1:15:01 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, saunderspeter...@gmail.com writes: Well got the suspension finished, a few more of th

[TANKS] Check out MINI SERVO MOTOR

2016-10-18 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
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Re: [TANKS] Re: Centurion mrk 5

2016-10-17 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
ah, that's how you did it. i wasn't quite sure. nicely done! chris In a message dated 10/18/2016 12:18:46 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, n...@live.dk writes: (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NFu5_VUjuq4/WAWilkgKzGI/A5M/vU-Zpl3g1a4PHZ5Uf3I8O_3joOGRWcMigCLcB/s1600/BILD3046.JPG)

Re: [TANKS] Re: Centurion mrk 5

2016-10-17 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
how do you connect your track links? chris In a message dated 10/17/2016 1:30:04 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, n...@live.dk writes: (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YBqu7OsFA_U/WARhwG8X_mI/A4w/NdEl2jqvPo0LS4c62jTP-MQ_EB0iDPqUACLcB/s1600/BILD3317.JPG) (https://lh3.googleus

Re: [TANKS] Re: Centurion mrk 5

2016-10-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
those are nice looking tracks and wheels, just can't believe they are 3D printed and look so clean, do you have any close up pictures of the track links? how is the sprocket wheel holding up so far? Chris In a message dated 10/16/2016 1:53:06 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, n...@live.dk wri

[TANKS] Check out 3.5m Mini Android Endoscope-12.64 and Free Shipping| GearBest.com

2016-01-01 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
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[TANKS] Fwd: AAF Tank Museum added a new photo

2015-12-04 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
almost looks promising chris From: notification+kr4maee4q...@facebookmail.com Reply-to: nore...@facebookmail.com To: odysseyslipw...@aol.com Sent: 12/3/2015 8:42:49 A.M. Eastern Standard Time Subj: AAF Tank Museum added a new photo AAF Tank Mus

Fwd: [TANKS] M50 Ontos pictures

2015-10-05 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
this is all there was in my email copy From: 3219ca...@gmail.com Reply-to: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To: rctankcombat@googlegroups.com Sent: 10/5/2015 3:28:05 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time Subj: [TANKS] M50 Ontos pictures Looks something like an ear

Re: [TANKS] M50 Ontos pictures

2015-10-05 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
uhm what pics? chris In a message dated 10/5/2015 3:28:05 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Looks something like an early Italian tankette. Also looks like they used a TTS style track. Interesting! -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat"

[TANKS] it's a bird, it's a plane - no, it's Joe!

2015-08-19 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
afternoon on the news they showed Joe speaking about them quad-copter drone thingies. http://www.wearecentralpa.com/news/farmers-use-drones-for-work chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To

Re: [TANKS] August battle dates

2015-07-30 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
does this mean there won;t be a weekend event this fall? In a message dated 7/30/2015 8:22:12 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, anvil...@comcast.net writes: The Maryland Addlepated Group (MAG) and Pennsylvania Urbane Fighting Force (PUFF) are pleased to announce a two day tank battle north of G

Re: [TANKS] Re: add-on track idea?

2015-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
rubber grommets came to mind also but i knew that wasn't what they where called chris In a message dated 7/16/2015 3:14:43 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, mxly...@cox.net writes: They are called "recessed bumpers", or just "bumpers". On Sunday, July 12, 2015 at 11:03:26 PM UTC-4, odyssey

[TANKS] self-tracking camera

2015-06-30 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i was just watching the commercial/ad on the beginning of a youtube video and saw this _www.soloshot.com_ (http://www.soloshot.com) a bit costly($400), but interesting chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@go

Re: [TANKS] two-day tank battle in July or August ?

2015-06-29 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
does this mean the fall battle would still be a 2 day even? chris In a message dated 6/29/2015 10:01:41 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, anvil...@comcast.net writes: We are contemplating a two-day tank battle in July or August near Gettysburg, PA to facilitate attendance by tankers outside t

Re: [TANKS] Re: Sneak peak at Zeke

2015-04-15 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
was part of the wife's vacuum... chris In a message dated 4/15/2015 8:30:58 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Very cool and very interesting, but what is it for? On Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 7:41:52 AM UTC-4, TyngTech wrote: Latest from TyngTech labs, the

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

2015-04-07 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
no denying that In a message dated 4/7/2015 1:05:43 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, n...@live.dk writes: He he-Pink was the only colour i had at the time-And its a nice colour to lighten up inside the tank Den tirsdag den 7. april 2015 kl. 03.58.01 UTC+2 skrev odyssey...@aol.com: bubble

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

2015-04-06 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
bubble-gum pink? any chance it floats about and the one motor gurgles and belches out smoke? chris In a message dated 4/6/2015 3:08:02 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, n...@live.dk writes: (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zq2YCF0EV-M/VSLZc3ZA5II/AsQ/89cBY6M9Q8E/s1600/karosseri2.J

[TANKS] a new (video) perspective (of sorts)

2015-03-31 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
last Sunday in the adds there was a paper for "5 Below" and in it there was the "Selfie Go Stick" and it looked like a winner for what i need to finish those pill boxes. i went in last week and they were all sold out but was told to come back in today as they get a truck on Mondays, so tonig

Re: [TANKS] Re: reminds me of some of the past battles........

2015-03-17 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
the driving In a message dated 3/17/2015 5:13:59 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, steve...@gmail.com writes: Which part, the tanks or the pubescent girls in mini skirts? On Monday, March 16, 2015 at 8:07:27 PM UTC-4, odyssey...@aol.com wrote: _Click here: Girls und Panzer Movie PV - YouT

[TANKS] reminds me of some of the past battles........

2015-03-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
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Re: [TANKS] Re: Expanding the S.C.C.'s Arsenal: M3 Halftrack Build

2015-03-09 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
Cool Camo! In a message dated 3/9/2015 3:32:06 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: More progress. (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ZFht7enbgu0/VP30_08lv4I/AZg/Zwn4dBNQR8I/s1600/IMG_9185.JPG) . -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C

Re: [TANKS] Re: Expanding the S.C.C.'s Arsenal: M3 Halftrack Build

2015-03-08 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
looking good so far! not sure how the rudder will help steer a land vessel, but you have me curious chris In a message dated 3/8/2015 5:00:50 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Worked on framing out the body today. Front hood ready to be drilled and pinned.

Re: [TANKS] "Small Fry" lives

2015-03-08 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i think it's a mistake showing a video of it getting bogged down in the snow - you know the powers that be will try to change the battle dates to increase the chance it snowing I was a little too aggressive and I got stuck in the deep snow and slush no snow tracks/cleats? chris I

Re: [TANKS] Re: Expanding the S.C.C.'s Arsenal: M3 Halftrack Build

2015-02-28 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
sacrificial gear is what i meant chris In a message dated 3/1/2015 1:02:24 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: too bad that motor unit wasn't smaller as it looks like it would a great shoe-in for a gun elevation motor as to the plastic gear, i'm going to

Re: [TANKS] Re: Expanding the S.C.C.'s Arsenal: M3 Halftrack Build

2015-02-28 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
too bad that motor unit wasn't smaller as it looks like it would a great shoe-in for a gun elevation motor as to the plastic gear, i'm going to guess that's there as some sort as buffer in case things got jammed up somewhere - do they offer replacement gears for it? chris In a message

Re: [TANKS] Re: AMX13

2015-02-26 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
pics? In a message dated 2/26/2015 9:13:42 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, tan...@gmail.com writes: For smooth shafts with no keyways I use Fenner Trantorque keyless bushings... They are quite expensive unless you find them on Ebay like I did. The come in metric and standard sizes. They c

Re: [TANKS] Re: unwanted help in the garage......

2015-02-25 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i'm hoping it's just mice... In a message dated 2/25/2015 1:23:32 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, steve...@gmail.com writes: Reminds me of the time I opened the old T-34 after a bit of setting and found it stuffed with insulation. There was a nice and cozy mouse nest in it. ST On Wedn

[TANKS] unwanted help in the garage......

2015-02-25 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
once fall arrives and it's too cold to use fiberglass resin in the garage i normally don't go back out there (unless i need the gas jugs or the snow blower) until spring. the other day i went out to get the snow blower and as i entered to doorway a few things looked out of place but since i

Re: [TANKS] Re: Expanding the S.C.C.'s Arsenal: M3 Halftrack Build

2015-02-20 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i still think that's a cool camo paint job you did on that road sign, looks just like wood! chris In a message dated 2/19/2015 9:01:07 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Motors and front wheels were ordered from Surplus Center; should arrive on Monday. If work

Re: [TANKS] 12 volt dimmer /motor control as speed control?

2015-02-03 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i thought Talons were no longer being produced? chris In a message dated 2/3/2015 11:50:19 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, dwconn...@comcast.net writes: I agree 100%. If your goal is a working vehicle with an ESC, pick up a Victor, a Talon, or something equivalent. Operational vehicles can

Re: [TANKS] freezing your batteries

2015-01-31 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
since when did a manufacture ever go that one extra step to pro-long the life of something when they only want you to buy more? chris In a message dated 1/31/2015 4:54:53 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, kunkmies...@gmail.com writes: I have heard that storing alkaline batteries in the freeze

[TANKS] freezing your batteries

2015-01-30 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i keep forgetting to post about this the other day on the news on Money Talks they were talking about how freezing your metal/nickel (or something) batteries when you first get them (new) it will increase their life span by as much as 2x's. anyone else know or heard about this? just thoug

Re: [TANKS] The Micro Bandwagon

2015-01-10 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
never mind i just followed his link to the board and then went to the store location button chris In a message dated 1/10/2015 11:50:57 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: microcenter? is this some sort of store chain? chris In a message dated 1/10/201

Re: [TANKS] The Micro Bandwagon

2015-01-10 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
microcenter? is this some sort of store chain? chris In a message dated 1/10/2015 1:28:40 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, dwconn...@comcast.net writes: Wow, that’s cheap ! Were they on clearance ? I was surprised to see Arduino stuff in my MicroCenter, too. You might consider picking up a

Re: [TANKS] Re: First suspension

2015-01-09 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
got any bigger picture of that stuff? chris In a message dated 1/6/2015 9:00:11 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, gr...@spudnet.co.nz writes: Out of all the parts I have made so far the suspension must be one of the biggest tasks, there’s so many of each piece J Here is my just about comp

[TANKS] will this piece of equipmet help the electronic designers in here?

2015-01-08 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
_Click here: And The Winner Of Hardware Battlefield 2015 Is… Voltera | TechCrunch_ (http://techcrunch.com/2015/01/08/and-the-winner-of-hardware-battlefield-2015-is-voltera/?icid=maing-grid7|htmlws-main-bb|dl2|sec1_lnk1&pLid=595 624) i just ran across this and thought how it could help (outsi

Re: [TANKS] Re: looking for a particular tank......found! M-60 A-2

2014-12-26 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
[Charlie Brown voice]THAT'S IT[/Charlie Brown voice] thanks Doug! now i can continue sketching up some more of that product line. Happy Holidays all! chris In a message dated 12/26/2014 4:46:11 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, dwconn...@comcast.net writes: M-60 A2 ? On Thurs

Re: [TANKS] looking for a particular tank......

2014-12-26 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
sorry, no. wish i could remember more of it chris In a message dated 12/26/2014 9:04:59 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, panthergol...@gmail.com writes: Sherman 105? On Thu, Dec 25, 2014 at 8:29 PM, OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat <_rctankcombat@googlegroups.com_ (mailto:rctankcom

[TANKS] looking for a particular tank......

2014-12-25 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i'm currently sketching up a new line of sci-fi gaming resin kits and there's a metal toy tank that i remember having as a kid. it was a US tank, i think it was a Sherman variant, the turret was round at the base and it think it had a shorter barrel then normal. i'd know it if i saw it again.

Re: [TANKS] Chi Ha

2014-12-24 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
still, $40 for manual labor for cutting it all, i think would be hard to beat chris In a message dated 12/24/2014 2:54:35 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, todjo...@comcast.net writes: No lasers in this shop. All old fashioned machinery. All of the parts were basic straight cuts. Nothing fan

Re: [TANKS] Chi Ha

2014-12-24 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
wow, that sounds cheap! chris In a message dated 12/24/2014 1:26:31 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, todjo...@comcast.net writes: I took the drawings to my local metal supply shop and had them cut it out for me. The 1/6 Abrams hull and turret in 20 gage steel was only about $40. Tod

Re: [TANKS] Chi Ha

2014-12-23 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
interesting - i'll have to keep that in mind In a message dated 12/23/2014 10:45:53 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, jc22...@gmail.com writes: yeah. Just use aluminium flux and argon gas. On Tue, Dec 23, 2014 at 7:32 PM, OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat <_rctankcombat@googlegro

Re: [TANKS] Chi Ha

2014-12-23 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
h harder to weld; electric arc welding conductive materials... On Tue, Dec 23, 2014 at 4:09 PM, OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat <_rctankcombat@googlegroups.com_ (mailto:rctankcombat@googlegroups.com) > wrote: i don't know about welding but have heard it's different from we

Re: [TANKS] Chi Ha

2014-12-23 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
l would be the most important trade off - or so i would think. In a message dated 12/23/2014 7:03:57 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, jc22...@gmail.com writes: True. But is it more expensive or harder to work with? On Tue, Dec 23, 2014 at 4:03 PM, OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat <

Re: [TANKS] Chi Ha

2014-12-23 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
weight and doesn't rust In a message dated 12/23/2014 6:59:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, jc22...@gmail.com writes: I see a lot of guys have opted for Aluminium. I am planning on using cold rolled steel, does Aluminium offer any perks? -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Ta

Re: [TANKS] lost web site found

2014-12-15 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
_www.track-link.com_ (http://www.track-link.com) was the site i was looking for, found it by searching my emails for "registration" In a message dated 12/16/2014 1:18:03 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: i just went through my saved fav's and can't find

[TANKS] lost a web site that i need to find......

2014-12-15 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i just went through my saved fav's and can't find it as well as looking for anything in my emails (old and new) that either have "welcome" or "reply" or "sign in" or "pass word" seeing if i can find the first auto email from the site but haven't had any luck yet. i don't recall the name of

Re: [TANKS] Re: o/t - what is it?

2014-12-08 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
thanks! didn't know any of that was possible, will have to give it a try In a message dated 12/8/2014 9:45:57 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, mxly...@cox.net writes: Use Chrome browser. Right-click on image. Select "Search Google for this image". OR In some other browser: Right-click the

[TANKS] o/t - what is it?

2014-12-07 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
chris -- -- 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 --- You received this

[TANKS] paper model plans

2014-11-18 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
_Click here: Military Vehicles and Hardware_ (http://www.papermodelers.com/forum/vbdownloads.php?do=main&perpage=20&categoryid=9) not sure if it's of interest to anyone, but chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the "R/C Tank Combat" group. To post a message, send email to

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