Hi Dave,
Cheap markers - you'll probably be looking for a Spyder Victor or
something along those lines then.
They used to be readily available from Planet Eclipse for about £50, but
I'm not sure if they have them any longer. I'm sure Pete can find out
for you though.
I'm one of the other UK builders - although don't expect me to finish my
Challenger any time soon. Hopefully I'll be done in the next couple of
years - although I'll admit that Uni has got in the way, a lot!
Hope that helps,
Chris
On 19/01/2010 12:09, [email protected] wrote:
Hi Derek
Thanks for the tip. I have seen another member had a similar problem
with his build, an Abrahms? Due to the low profile of the turret. Why
hasn't my Tamiya arrived yet =D
Question for the UK Based chaps. What inexpensive markers are out
there? Ebay seems a bit bereft of the markers themselves unless it's
the blowpipe versions which I know another member has successfully
setup as a semi-auto gun with a servo driven valve and loading system.
I found one for less than £90 but that's a bit steep for me at the
moment. At this time this is all looking ahead so things may change
but recommendations would be useful especially as I will need to know
how large the marker is to gauge the scale of the build to suit the
turret issue.
regards
Dave
On Jan 19, 1:12 am, Derek Engelhaupt<[email protected]> wrote:
As I have reminded others building modern, low profile tanks, as the length
is decreased being built to the 36" rule so does the height. Keep that in
mind. It can become a big problem with gravity feed magazines in our tank
turrets.
Derek
T065
On Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 4:34 PM, [email protected]<
[email protected]> wrote:
Hi Neil
Thanks for the info. I was aware of the minimum 36" and it may well be
that I change my proposed scale. It is early days and I have to also
see what hardware I will be using in terms of motors/gearing which
will give me part of the overall sizing to suit. Once I have my Tamiya
I will do an outline in my CAD package to also check out the turret
space with reference to fitting a marker and hopper that can depress
and elevate. This to will guide the scale selection. Building it large
just seems right for a Challenger =D I will consider the points
presented carefully though!
I have been all over the R/C Tank Combat site, it's great! Very
informative and entertaining with plenty of ideas to pick n mix. My
Dad was in the 10th Royal Hussars and I spent many a happy day during
the school holidays running around the hangers and playing in and on
the armoured cars and being taken out for a run round the streets of
SWindon =D BTW I am 43 =D
Here's a question with vast parameters-
Using a Tri-pac steering control with a 12V system of an 'average'
model tank what battery duration can I expect. I appreciate that there
are many variables that will effect the answer but a very
'generalised' idea will do if possible just so I 'know'. I do dabble
in electronics and have a very successful 'voice modulator with sound
to light' design that has been picked up by over 60 users either in
kit, ready built of a complete free manual to show how to build one
including the PCB pattern to etch your own. If your now wondering -
This is for the Dalek builders to do 'the' voice and drive the dome
lights in time with the voice. =D
Here's to the Kings Own!
regards
Dave
On Jan 18, 9:06 pm, neroc<[email protected]> wrote:
The UK members are always pleased to welcome new builders and
battlers,
You will also find excellent help and advice is on hand from
experienced builders across the globe.
I dont know if you are aware but you are not required to build in 1/6
th scale, a three foot minimum tank is all that is required as long as
the tanks dimensions fit to ( rough ) scale .
A 54.5 inch long challenger will be a cumbersome project to handle
during all stages of building , maintenance and transport .
If you havent already I would advise you to take a good look around
the rc tank combat site , take a look at the UK battles ,Battlers and
Assets ,
the UK team is called the `KOR` ( Kings Own Regiment )
Wakefeild ! Pete and me are just down the street :0]
Neil R
On Jan 18, 2:07 pm, "[email protected]"
<[email protected]> wrote:
Hi Chaps
Thanks for the welcome =D I live just outside Wakefield on the south
side. My Tamiya was despatched today so hopefully tomorrow I can start
having a look. I use Qcad which is a linux based CAD package which
outputs files as DXF's. I have just used it to draw round and scale up
from a side view of a challenger found on the web. Using the 1/6th
scale and the specs from a militaria site it looks like the main body
will be-
1381mm (54.5")long
580mm (23") wide
431mm (17")tall inc Turret
Gun Barrel from front of mantle 787mm (31")
Main wheels around 120-138mm (4.75-5 3/8")
A bit big =D
I intend mostly Ply structure. Working suspension, Tri-pact Speed
controller, and a modified paintball blowpipe (as seen on some ones
build) unless I find a dirt cheap semi-auto marker. Motors? Cheap but
durable =D Track system- I reckon the ex-tread mill would be easiest
to succeed with. End objective? Kicking Tiger Buttock =D All this on a
tight budget.
regards
Dave
On Jan 18, 11:09 am, Peter Arundel<[email protected]> wrote:
So, where are you, Dave? If you're close to manchester or Stoke, I
will be happy to drop in with a tank for you to play with.
Pete.
Date: Sun, 17 Jan 2010 14:48:35 -0800
Subject: [TANKS] newbie alert!
From: [email protected]
To: [email protected]
Hi All
I'm based in the UK and stumbled across tank combat whilst
researching
speed controllers for another project. I have ordered a 1/35 scale
Challenger 2 tamiya model from ebay to use to draw up 'proposed
plans'
for a 1/6th scale R/C build. I spent 15 years working for Flair
products making radio control plane kits so building should be
right
up my street. I like the look of the Tri-pact speed controller for
cheapness and simplicity and I have no idea how long it will take
to
do. I also have all the major parts for a full size Genesis Dalek
which I hope to get on with this year.
regards
Dave
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