[TANKS] Re: Fox and Hounds excerpts

2014-05-22 Thread Caleb Smith
As I remember it, you said something about staying at this clump of trees and then come over to where you were after the hounds started coming. Well, through the paintball mask, it sounded like stay at this clump of trees until the hounds see you and then come over there where I'll get them.

Re: [TANKS] Re: Man Down

2014-07-09 Thread Caleb Smith
Hey, Frank, would you be interested in some photos of the battle? I have some that my brothers and I took, and you're welcome to them. On Monday, July 7, 2014 8:47:18 AM UTC-4, Frank Pittelli wrote: The report has been posted for the last event, including battle scores and a completely

[TANKS] Re: Photos from last event

2014-07-19 Thread Caleb Smith
to this one. I'm even thinking about building an artillery piece since I had so much fun with Doug's Bofors. On Friday, July 11, 2014 9:32:00 PM UTC-4, jvragu47 wrote: On Friday, July 11, 2014 9:38:13 AM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: More too come @John: I was talking to my dad and we would

[TANKS] Re: Photos from last event

2014-07-21 Thread Caleb Smith
for the most part.. See you in 4 weeks. John On Saturday, July 19, 2014 7:27:48 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Hey, John! Sorry for not getting back sooner, my aunt was in from WI and I'm finally getting caught up on internet stuff. Looking at the calendar, we don't have anything planned

[TANKS] Re: Photos from last event

2014-07-22 Thread Caleb Smith
. It still needs a front splinter shield. It's yours if you want it. I'll throw in the marker also. Free, just cover shipping. Only requirement is that you finish it and bring it to battle! Steve On Saturday, July 19, 2014 7:27:48 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Hey, John! Sorry

[TANKS] QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-27 Thread Caleb Smith
I'm in on this hobby too! After Tyng Industries offered a half built artillery piece for a very reasonable price, I just couldn't refuse. So, now I'm the proud owner of a half built 25 pounder that needs rotate and elevate. I would like to get this ready for the next battle, so I'll be

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-28 Thread Caleb Smith
-12, the Pz IV used a servo for the elevate for years. It will be fine for the upcoming battle. Can't wait to see your project finished. John P. On Sunday, July 27, 2014 8:43:11 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: I'm in on this hobby too! After Tyng Industries offered a half built artillery

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-28 Thread Caleb Smith
. Can't wait to see your project finished. John P. On Sunday, July 27, 2014 8:43:11 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: I'm in on this hobby too! After Tyng Industries offered a half built artillery piece for a very reasonable price, I just couldn't refuse. So, now I'm the proud owner

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-28 Thread Caleb Smith
I got the wooden pushrod system all cut out today and it's ready to install. I'm going to wait till I have a better idea of where things are going before I glue anything though. I'll take some photos of it tomorrow for evaluation. I've been doing some research on what I want to do for

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-29 Thread Caleb Smith
http://www.surpluscenter.com/Electric-Motors/DC-Gearmotors/DC-Gearmotors/62-RPM-9-VDC-MERKLE-KORFF-GEARMOTOR-5-1685.axd ST On Monday, July 28, 2014 9:08:48 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: I got the wooden pushrod system all cut out today and it's ready to install. I'm going to wait till I have

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-30 Thread Caleb Smith
thought out Caleb. A suggestion. For the future,you might want to replace the wooden linkage with either plastic or metal if you can. On Tuesday, July 29, 2014 7:52:23 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Ok, rotate motor was ordered, plus a ESC to control it. Took some photos of the elevate

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-31 Thread Caleb Smith
LOL Got an email this morning saying that the motors have shipped. 23 days till the battle, should get done in time. I've attached a picture of the door lock actuator I have. I was wondering if the two little knobs on top could be trimmed off? It would make mounting it a whole lot

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-31 Thread Caleb Smith
I think I forgot to attach the photo. LOL On Thursday, July 31, 2014 7:54:25 AM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: LOL Got an email this morning saying that the motors have shipped. 23 days till the battle, should get done in time. I've attached a picture of the door lock actuator I have. I

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-02 Thread Caleb Smith
Sorry, no photo. I still have to make the thing. Things have been busy around here. On the good side, the motors and speed controllers arrived yesterday. The motors should have enough torque the wheel the gun around. They also have plenty of speed which will be nice for tracking speedy

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-04 Thread Caleb Smith
Finally, progress! I've moved the actuator to a much simpler spot. Plus I made the toothed wheel for the rotate. After my idea for firing the gun went up in smoke, I had to move the actuator. The only place that would work was underneath the gun mount. The arm of the actuator will be

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-05 Thread Caleb Smith
Well you see, I'm not under the authority to reveal top-secret ways of rejuvenating burnt equipment. ButI'll give you a hint..you go to the grocery store, look for a bottle that says Liquid Smoke apply a generous helping of that to whatever the smoke came out of and WHAMO, good as

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-05 Thread Caleb Smith
On Monday, August 4, 2014 4:01:12 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Finally, progress! I've moved the actuator to a much simpler spot. Plus I made the toothed wheel for the rotate. After my idea for firing the gun went up in smoke, I had to move the actuator. The only place that would work

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-08 Thread Caleb Smith
IT ROTATES!!! Well, it did After a quick throw it together to see if it'll work moment, I was in the lawn testing the rotate. It work alright. There was some slippage, but I had the marker removed, so there was a lot less weight on the tail end which could account for that. After

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-09 Thread Caleb Smith
a firing position. On Friday, August 8, 2014 11:16:46 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: IT ROTATES!!! Well, it did After a quick throw it together to see if it'll work moment, I was in the lawn testing the rotate. It work alright. There was some slippage, but I had the marker removed, so

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-11 Thread Caleb Smith
Video of the rotate. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BvtTVZMvKlwfeature=youtu.be On Saturday, August 9, 2014 4:08:59 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Did some further testing today, plus took some video which will be posted tomorrow.I mounted the marker this time unlike last night

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-11 Thread Caleb Smith
weeks to work out any problems. Caleb On Monday, August 11, 2014 11:47:56 AM UTC-4, TyngTech wrote: WOW, it really works! ;-) Great work so far. Steve On Monday, August 11, 2014 9:38:05 AM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Video of the rotate. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-11 Thread Caleb Smith
centered and the wheels on the table. Steve http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a0/25_Pounder_Gun.JPG On Monday, August 11, 2014 12:39:50 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Thanks! Since the video, I've upgraded to a larger wheel in hope of having less trouble in the thick grass

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-12 Thread Caleb Smith
:27 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Why didn't I see that before! Looks simple enough to make. That little frame might be a little more difficult to make. Might have to brake out the welder... Or, for now how about this. Large piece of plywood base and then maybe a 1/2 thick plywood circle

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-15 Thread Caleb Smith
a bolt and a bushing then.. No welding required at then. Tuesday, August 12, 2014 9:12:27 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Do you think the wheels will keep centered on the base without the piece that goes from the gun frame to the turntable? That was the piece I originally thought I

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-16 Thread Caleb Smith
of building left, better get done quickly so I have time to practice. On Saturday, August 16, 2014 9:20:31 AM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Ok, thanks, Will. I adjusted the linkage this morning, and I've attached some photos of the new angles. Yes, Derek is correct, it screws into the bottom

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-17 Thread Caleb Smith
plywood. I was thinking the 1/8 would be Ok as I was planning on fiberglassing it with FG cloth and TiteBond, but what do you guys think? On Saturday, August 16, 2014 5:55:34 PM UTC-4, su100t34 wrote: Looks good. Will -Original Message- From: Caleb Smith 3219...@gmail.com

[TANKS] Paint Recomendations

2014-08-18 Thread Caleb Smith
I was just wondering what brands of paintballs you guys use, and where you get it? Since I've never bought paint, I'm a little in the dark. Thanks, Caleb -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-18 Thread Caleb Smith
it mounted tonight, then tomorrow I can work on the turntable. On Sunday, August 17, 2014 3:17:52 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Thanks, Will! Today I'm working on cleaning up the wiring. It's amazing how many wires it takes to run a RC model... I'm going to be cutting the splinter shield soon

[TANKS] Fall Battle Details

2014-08-19 Thread Caleb Smith
I had a couple questions on the upcoming battle... 1 What time should I plan to show up? 2 Do I need to bring my own Co2? And if there is anything else that I should know, I'm open ears. Thanks, Caleb -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-20 Thread Caleb Smith
Thanks a lot, Neil! Got the turntable built yesterday morning, and built the V attachment last night. I still have to attach the V to the gun carriage, but last night I just clamped it onto the gun for some testing. Rotate is so sweet. I'll have to post a video after the battle. All that's

Re: [TANKS] Re: Fall Battle Details

2014-08-20 Thread Caleb Smith
Ok, that works out great! Hey, John, I've convinced my sister to come down to take video. Another thing that came to mind, are there proper bathroom facilities? (other than the trees of course) On Tuesday, August 19, 2014 10:07:25 PM UTC-4, Frank Pittelli wrote: Yes, we have plenty of

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-20 Thread Caleb Smith
. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7S0SVglOuDM/U_TuMK9qnFI/ASA/uZfLVwxyDHo/s1600/IMG_6980.jpg Enjoy, and for those coming to the battle, see you in a few days. :D Caleb On Wednesday, August 20, 2014 9:54:43 AM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Thanks a lot, Neil! Got the turntable built

Re: [TANKS] Designation for Caleb

2014-08-21 Thread Caleb Smith
Who gets to keep the quarter??? :P On Thursday, August 21, 2014 9:18:27 AM UTC-4, jvragu47 wrote: Psst, Caleb.TRANSLATION: If you provide the quarter for the coin flip you're in. LOL. On Wednesday, August 20, 2014 9:48:14 PM UTC-4, Frank Pittelli wrote: The Administrative Staff is busy

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-21 Thread Caleb Smith
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Qblnn4alvr4/U_YqIThgOxI/ASQ/yaPUBA2BSa8/s1600/IMG_6986.jpg On Wednesday, August 20, 2014 2:52:44 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Quick took some photos of the turntable and the V attachment. The gun on the turntable. The bottom circle is made a 1/4

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-21 Thread Caleb Smith
Where??? LOL On Thursday, August 21, 2014 2:40:19 PM UTC-4, odyssey...@aol.com wrote: Nice! it's amazing how different something can look with a coat of paint (btw, you missed a spot) In a message dated 8/21/2014 1:19:48 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219...@gmail.com javascript:

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-21 Thread Caleb Smith
I left those unpainted deliberately. :) On Thursday, August 21, 2014 2:47:44 PM UTC-4, odyssey...@aol.com wrote: rims In a message dated 8/21/2014 2:42:17 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219...@gmail.com javascript: writes: Where??? LOL On Thursday, August 21, 2014 2:40:19 PM UTC-4,

[TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-22 Thread Caleb Smith
wrote: Looking wicked Caleb. Looks like I picked the right person to finish her up! Steve On Sunday, July 27, 2014 8:43:11 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: I'm in on this hobby too! After Tyng Industries offered a half built artillery piece for a very reasonable price, I just couldn't

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-22 Thread Caleb Smith
. Frank Trigonometry Is Your Friend Pittelli On 8/22/2014 8:35 AM, Caleb Smith wrote: I know this might sound a little silly, but how do you guys like to measure the 10 degrees maximum elevation? What tools and procedures do you use? -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank

[TANKS] Re: Beware the S.C.C.

2014-08-25 Thread Caleb Smith
Upon questioning, the S.C.C. unanimously declares that they had tons of fun shooting your paint on you, your tanks, and your cars! LOL (Well, we weren't deliberately aiming at your carsI think.) Secret Intelligence (AKA Mama Lisa) has revealed that Papa Brian is considering building a

[TANKS] Goliath Mine

2014-08-28 Thread Caleb Smith
At the last event, a couple of the members mentioned the Goliath tracked mines that the Germans made. Finding this subject very interesting, I made a note to look it up when I got home. After doing some reseach, I came up with a few questions about them. 1. What would its defensive and

[TANKS] Re: Goliath Mine

2014-08-31 Thread Caleb Smith
by wired remote control. I dont think any were ever actually used in combat. They were not much bigger in size than 1/4th scale, about 7ft long. On Thursday, August 28, 2014 2:21:34 PM UTC-6, Caleb Smith wrote: At the last event, a couple of the members mentioned the Goliath tracked mines

Re: [TANKS] Re: Goliath Mine

2014-08-31 Thread Caleb Smith
Wiki says that a total of 7,564 were built, still meets the requirements. :) Will, doesn't it say something in the rules about shooting the operators, like you're not supposed to do that On Sunday, August 31, 2014 10:28:34 AM UTC-4, odyssey...@aol.com wrote: i think they changed the

[TANKS] Re: Goliath Mine

2014-09-01 Thread Caleb Smith
I'm not sure a paintball grenade would work, Frank. First, they throw a LOT of paint over a long distance.(up to 30 ft) Not only would that coat the vehicle being destroyed, but also the operator if he was standing near his tank. Second, they're fairly expensive. ($6.00-$9.00 a pop) A full

[TANKS] Bad Dept

2014-09-01 Thread Caleb Smith
Just wanted to let you all know we had a great day down there battling. Had a lot of fun running the quarter pounder, and I was quite pleased that nothing broke or malfunctioned the whole day. Made for a wonderful experience. The first scenario was fun and action packed. Had a lot of

[TANKS] Bad Dept Footage

2014-09-02 Thread Caleb Smith
Hey, John, my sister was wondering how soon her battle footage will be on the web. No hurry, just wanted to know. :) Caleb -- -- 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] Re: Bad Dept Footage

2014-09-04 Thread Caleb Smith
, September 2, 2014 8:23:08 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Hey, John, my sister was wondering how soon her battle footage will be on the web. No hurry, just wanted to know. :) Caleb -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-09-04 Thread Caleb Smith
. For those that have been waiting for the video of the rotate, I'll soon have that up. Caleb On Friday, August 22, 2014 8:58:08 AM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Ok, heading out to the lawn to try it. Thanks, C On Friday, August 22, 2014 8:50:06 AM UTC-4, Frank Pittelli wrote: Not a silly

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

2014-09-06 Thread Caleb Smith
BREAKING NEWS We have just received this report from our chief spy C S after sending him on a mission to investigate some strange sawing noises coming

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

2014-09-08 Thread Caleb Smith
Yesterday's progress. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-dsqQVitR5aQ/VA4qs_zWkvI/AT0/eW4DItgSjmY/s1600/M3%2BHalftrack%2Bcoming%2Btogether.jpg On Saturday, September 6, 2014 6:33:09 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: BREAKING NEWS

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

2014-09-08 Thread Caleb Smith
to about 500rpms, and should have enough torque to drive this. Any thoughts? On Monday, September 8, 2014 6:16:29 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Yesterday's progress. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-dsqQVitR5aQ/VA4qs_zWkvI/AT0/eW4DItgSjmY/s1600/M3%2BHalftrack%2Bcoming%2Btogether.jpg

Re: [TANKS] Re: Thanks to this hobby

2014-09-17 Thread Caleb Smith
Road wheel look kind of small for a tank from the WW2 era. Looks like something from a MBT, Abrams maybe...? On Sunday, September 14, 2014 2:37:17 AM UTC-4, Jean-Maxime Cyr St-Pierre wrote: Sorry that it's take so long to answer but yes it was a very accurate T-34-76 1943 with the casted

[TANKS] Re: More incursions into the compound

2014-09-29 Thread Caleb Smith
Both today's and yesterdays video look really good, John! Looking forward to seeing video of the mass slaughter (AKA the last battle). On Monday, September 29, 2014 6:48:10 PM UTC-4, jvragu47 wrote: Altogether in the first battle there were 4 total invasions. Two in each separate events.

[TANKS] Re: More incursions into the compound

2014-09-30 Thread Caleb Smith
, jvragu47 wrote: On Monday, September 29, 2014 8:06:10 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Both today's and yesterdays video look really good, John! Looking forward to seeing video of the mass slaughter (AKA the last battle). Thank you Caleb. I keep hoping to come across footage of the 25 pounder

Re: [TANKS] More incursions into the compound

2014-10-01 Thread Caleb Smith
In that case, maybe we should wait until the next battle and take some video. That is unless you don't find any from the battle. The video is from pretty far away, so you can't see the 25 Pounder operating very well. If you just need some video of my cannon rotating and doing its stuff, I

[TANKS] Acknowledge the Power of the 25 Pounder!!!

2014-10-01 Thread Caleb Smith
While going through some video my sis took, I came across this and just had to share it. :D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGtZBLuu8ycfeature=youtu.be -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To

[TANKS] Re: Caleb and his 25 pounder

2014-10-06 Thread Caleb Smith
Thanks, John! We've really enjoyed watching the videos. Looking forward to more. :) On Monday, October 6, 2014 6:33:16 PM UTC-4, jvragu47 wrote: Here we have Caleb preparing his 25 pounder for battle. Joe provides a tale to keep Caleb unaware of how closely we are paying attention to the

[TANKS] 25 Pounder Upgrades for the Next Battle

2014-10-10 Thread Caleb Smith
Over the last month or so I've upgraded, rebuilt, and strengthened several parts of the Quarter Pounder. I thought it advisable to disclose the changes to the possible enemy to reduce the possibility of having too much of an advantage over them. Upgrade one: New barrel I during the last

Re: [TANKS] 25 Pounder Upgrades for the Next Battle

2014-10-10 Thread Caleb Smith
Ok, that makes sense. I believe the actuator failed when I put the cannon in storage. Sometimes, the servo doesn't quite inactivate the microswitch and I must not have caught it that time. I now know not to leave the battery hooked up not only to save the actuator, but also to help prolong

[TANKS] Re: 25 Pounder Upgrades for the Next Battle

2014-10-21 Thread Caleb Smith
. Should be better all around 5 days till the battle, can't wait! On Friday, October 10, 2014 7:36:14 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Over the last month or so I've upgraded, rebuilt, and strengthened several parts of the Quarter Pounder. I thought it advisable to disclose the changes

[TANKS] Re: The Final Battle

2014-10-21 Thread Caleb Smith
Hey, John, wanted to let you know that my sis isn't coming this time. Hope this won't be a problem. On the other hand, I'm thinking of mounting a video camera to my radio to see what kind of footage that yields. On Monday, October 13, 2014 9:22:25 PM UTC-4, jvragu47 wrote: Entitled hostage

Re: [TANKS] Re: 25 Pounder Upgrades for the Next Battle

2014-10-21 Thread Caleb Smith
absent from the 24 volt model... On Tue, Oct 21, 2014 at 6:52 PM, Caleb Smith 3219...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Ordered two new batteries for the 25 Pounder. The last battle I ran her off of a 8 amp 7.4 volt LiPo. That battery had no protection so who knows what would happen

[TANKS] Re: FOA RC Combat Panther Ausf.G

2014-10-22 Thread Caleb Smith
That looks pretty cool, Loic. What tank are you bringing to the battle? On Wednesday, October 22, 2014 7:16:34 PM UTC-4, Loic atFOA wrote: FOA just release the video of our prototype Panther G, all ready for 'Tyng Tech' elevation, rotation and Paintball systems... We had some issues with

[TANKS] Re: FOA RC Combat Panther Ausf.G

2014-10-23 Thread Caleb Smith
Looking forward to seeing it. Three days till the battle, the count-down is on!!! On Thursday, October 23, 2014 7:54:20 AM UTC-4, lo...@fieldofarmortanks.com wrote: I sent my third generation 'production batch' Tiger I to PA. Last year, it was a fully metal Tiger, with this fancy control

[TANKS] Re: FOA RC Combat Panther Ausf.G

2014-10-25 Thread Caleb Smith
See you all tomorrow! Planning on showing up between 9 and 9:30. On Thursday, October 23, 2014 11:45:55 PM UTC-4, jvragu47 wrote: On Wednesday, October 22, 2014 7:16:34 PM UTC-4, Loic atFOA wrote: FOA just release the video of our prototype Panther G, all ready for 'Tyng Tech' elevation,

[TANKS] Last minute preparations ...

2014-10-25 Thread Caleb Smith
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ITqNAt_Tq8U/VEw0wamp8UI/AVk/vyqfZJB0tqI/s1600/Preperaton2.jpg before it all goes into the car. See ya'll tomorrow! -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com

Re: [TANKS] Last minute preparations ...

2014-10-25 Thread Caleb Smith
You have a good eye! Yes, that is a marker. Not exactly disguised, more like concealed. :) On Saturday, October 25, 2014 8:07:09 PM UTC-4, odyssey...@aol.com wrote: really wish i could have be there ... on the left, that green thing. is that a marked disguised as a tool

[TANKS] Re: Gremlins of Gettysburg

2014-10-26 Thread Caleb Smith
Wow, that's quite the list. Discovered that the cause of the meltdown was from the ESC's burning out. I'll have to take a deeper look and see why so this doesn't happen again. Thanks to John and Frank and everybody else that tried to help me get running. Hopefully, the Quarter Pounder will

Re: [TANKS] Gremlins of Gettysburg

2014-10-29 Thread Caleb Smith
How soon will the battle reports be up, Frank? On Monday, October 27, 2014 10:42:16 AM UTC-4, Frank Pittelli wrote: Loic and his FOA tank worked quite well. No major gremlins that I saw. The only negative was the excessively loud motor sounds generated by his amp'd up sound system, but

[TANKS] Re: First Event of the day

2014-10-31 Thread Caleb Smith
Looks good, John! That Tiger sure does have a good sound system. ;) On Friday, October 31, 2014 8:31:33 PM UTC-4, jvragu47 wrote: And it was to be, FOOTBALL. Four on four, three blockers and a quarterback. Quarterback moved the ball, tackled by being hit anywhere one time. Teams:

[TANKS] Re: Gettysburg 2014OCT26 battle reports - Battle 3, Bazooka Joe

2014-10-31 Thread Caleb Smith
Nice video, Mike! I've edited the video that I took, and should have it on Youtube tomorrow. On Friday, October 31, 2014 1:33:07 PM UTC-4, Mike Lyons wrote: It seemed there were as many cameras as assets on the battlefield and Bazooka Joe was no exception. This video

[TANKS] Re: First Event of the day - more video

2014-11-02 Thread Caleb Smith
In the first scene, T090, the Patton, is labeled as the Panzer II T077. Other than that, great video. I missed most of the football scenario trying to diagnose the problem with the Quarter Pounder, so these videos are wonderful to watch. :) On Sunday, November 2, 2014 9:55:28 AM UTC-5, Mike

[TANKS] Capture the Flag!

2014-11-02 Thread Caleb Smith
Finally got the video uploaded. Starts about halfway through the battle, and ends a just before the battle expired. Listen closely through the video, there is some pretty funny dialog. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESP7RbSeYF8feature=youtu.be -- -- You are currently

[TANKS] Re: Capture the Flag!

2014-11-03 Thread Caleb Smith
Thanks, John, glad you liked it! On Sunday, November 2, 2014 10:56:46 PM UTC-5, jvragu47 wrote: Well done Caleb. I do like how my camo really blends in with the shadows in some of the scenes..And the polka music was excellent.. On Sunday, November 2, 2014 1:17:04 PM UTC-5, Caleb

[TANKS] Re: Remote kill switch

2014-11-09 Thread Caleb Smith
Up for hire, 100% certified tank catching services. We have years of experience catching errant tanks that have stopped responding to the operator's commands. Just give us the description of the tank, the designation number, its speed, and general direction it was last seen going, and we

[TANKS] Re: Remote kill switch

2014-11-09 Thread Caleb Smith
? LOLOLOLOL. On Sunday, November 9, 2014 10:31:20 AM UTC-5, Caleb Smith wrote: Up for hire, 100% certified tank catching services. We have years of experience catching errant tanks that have stopped responding to the operator's commands. Just give us the description of the tank

[TANKS] Re: there, in the trees......

2014-11-16 Thread Caleb Smith
It's not edited: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forest_swastika On Saturday, November 15, 2014 10:41:33 PM UTC-5, odyssey...@aol.com wrote: while in the same search i saw a thumbnail of the top right picture - i thought it was something photo-shopped (as most things are any more)

[TANKS] Re: Gettysburg 2014OCT26 battle reports

2014-12-29 Thread Caleb Smith
Hey, Frank, how soon will the battle reports and scores be on the website? On Friday, October 31, 2014 12:36:42 PM UTC-4, Mike Lyons wrote: Here's a new thread to accumulate reports, videos, images, *etc*. -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message,

Re: [TANKS] Re: Gettysburg 2014OCT26 battle reports

2014-12-29 Thread Caleb Smith
Great! Thanks. :) On Monday, December 29, 2014 10:56:29 AM UTC-5, Frank Pittelli wrote: Sorry, but I'm in the process of moving 15 years worth of web site stuff to a new server and forgot about the scores. I'll work on it tonight. On 12/29/2014 10:54 AM, Caleb Smith wrote: Hey, Frank

[TANKS] Re: Finaly, an RC tank

2015-02-08 Thread Caleb Smith
Good work! Is that a SU-76 On Sunday, February 8, 2015 at 8:18:49 PM UTC-5, Jean-Maxime Cyr St-Pierre wrote: more picks! Jean-Maxime Cyr St-Pierre -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to

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

2015-02-19 Thread Caleb Smith
Motors and front wheels were ordered from Surplus Center; should arrive on Monday. If work progresses quick enough, this might be seen on the battlefield this year. :) On Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 6:33:09 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: BREAKING NEWS

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

2015-03-09 Thread Caleb Smith
: rctank...@googlegroups.com javascript:] *On Behalf Of *Caleb Smith *Sent:* Sunday, March 8, 2015 5:01 PM *To:* rctank...@googlegroups.com javascript: *Subject:* Re: [TANKS] Re: Expanding the S.C.C.'s Arsenal: M3 Halftrack Build Worked on framing out the body today. Front hood

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

2015-03-09 Thread Caleb Smith
More progress. https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ZFht7enbgu0/VP30_08lv4I/AZg/Zwn4dBNQR8I/s1600/IMG_9185.JPG . -- -- 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

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

2015-03-09 Thread Caleb Smith
Can you say *amphibious*??? LOL On Sunday, March 8, 2015 at 11:30:35 PM UTC-4, odyssey...@aol.com wrote: 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,

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

2015-03-08 Thread Caleb Smith
Worked on framing out the body today. Front hood ready to be drilled and pinned. https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-ve4bRPaSuNs/VPy1g105Z6I/AYU/DOTjrgyFiQ4/s1600/IMG_9174.JPG Drilled and pinned. If any of you are wondering, those are ship's rudders being used.

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

2015-03-08 Thread Caleb Smith
. I’m not sure if the attachments will stay on while running or not. You may need to come up with some way to secure them better. - Doug *From:* rctank...@googlegroups.com javascript: [mailto: rctank...@googlegroups.com javascript:] *On Behalf Of *Caleb Smith *Sent

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

2015-03-02 Thread Caleb Smith
Thank you both, Frank and Steve, you have been most helpful. :) The nut shown in the picture did come with the motor. What is your opinion on a sort of composite approach to your ideas? After welding the sprocket to the nut, mount clamping collars on either side to prevent it from moving.

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

2015-03-02 Thread Caleb Smith
...@gmail.com writes: Motors and front wheels were ordered from Surplus Center; should arrive on Monday. If work progresses quick enough, this might be seen on the battlefield this year. :) On Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 6:33:09 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: BREAKING NEWS

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

2015-02-28 Thread Caleb Smith
javascript: writes: Motors and front wheels were ordered from Surplus Center; should arrive on Monday. If work progresses quick enough, this might be seen on the battlefield this year. :) On Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 6:33:09 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: BREAKING NEWS

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

2015-03-01 Thread Caleb Smith
wheels were ordered from Surplus Center; should arrive on Monday. If work progresses quick enough, this might be seen on the battlefield this year. :) On Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 6:33:09 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: BREAKING NEWS

[TANKS] Re: ZekeTec Online!

2015-04-26 Thread Caleb Smith
So would that mean that the base model isn't RC interfaced? -- -- 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

[TANKS] Question for RC Brains

2015-04-22 Thread Caleb Smith
As many of you know, the Quarter Pounder had a complete system meltdown and missed a whole battle last year. It started out with the elevate servo dying, and then the rotate ESC wouldn't respond. I've done some playing around with the ESC to see if I could remedy its problem (hadn't let out

[TANKS] ZekeTec Online!

2015-04-24 Thread Caleb Smith
Looks great, Steve! About how much will a Zeke cost? -- -- 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

[TANKS] ZekeTec Online!

2015-04-24 Thread Caleb Smith
Looks great, Steve! About how much will a Zeke cost? -- -- 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

[TANKS] ZekeTec Online!

2015-04-24 Thread Caleb Smith
Looks great, Steve! About how much will a Zeke cost? -- -- 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

[TANKS] ZekeTec Online!

2015-04-24 Thread Caleb Smith
Whoa, how did that happen??? -- -- 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: ZekeTec Online!

2015-05-07 Thread Caleb Smith
I think one of those marshmallow machine guns would be better, then you can feed yourself...:) On Thursday, May 7, 2015 at 6:58:41 AM UTC-4, srwh...@gmail.com wrote: Very impressive Steve. Now if if i could mount one on my car for my commute. Sure would make sitting in traffic more fun. :)

[TANKS] A Royal Tiger enters the Fray!

2015-05-13 Thread Caleb Smith
That tank looks sweet!!! Makes me want to shoot all the details off. ;) -- -- 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

[TANKS] Spring Battle and a Question

2015-05-13 Thread Caleb Smith
I am just curious, how soon is the spring battle? And I'm wondering if the noble president of Tri-Pact could give me a suggestion as to a legal alternative to GI figures for my cannon? Thanks, -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to

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

2015-04-15 Thread Caleb Smith
:32 PM UTC-4, Caleb Smith wrote: Thanks, I thought so too! That's why I took a photo of it! :) Probably won't be ready for June. Depends on how busy things get here, and if I have the time to build. If not, it might be ready for the fall battle, but no promises there either

[TANKS] Re: Sneak peak at Zeke

2015-04-15 Thread Caleb Smith
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 ZekeTec Zombie Turret 3000. Still have to finish the tripod and get it over to the controls sub-contractor for systems integration. The

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