Re: [TANKS] Very proud of my Fox

2014-05-05 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
when i look at the 3rd picture i keep thinking of a battle crab looking thing from Battle of the Planets (not sure why) as to the clip on the side, did these vehicles ever have anything mounted on the sides, rocket launcher? or some other large piece of equipment? chris In a message

Re: [TANKS] FIRST RUN M4A1 GRIZZLY

2014-06-30 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i copy and paste the link, i clicked onto the link and i just get a empty google screen In a message dated 6/29/2014 8:45:19 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rcrobertcur...@gmail.com writes: Hi first run on the basement floor and a mould started to start upper hull Cheers all Rob Currie

Re: [TANKS] FIRST RUN M4A1 GRIZZLY

2014-06-30 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
to the correct spot. -Don On Mon, Jun 30, 2014 at 12:19 PM, OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat _rctankcombat@googlegroups.com_ (mailto:rctankcombat@googlegroups.com) wrote: i copy and paste the link, i clicked onto the link and i just get a empty google screen In a message dated 6

Re: [TANKS] Re: Man Down

2014-07-01 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
so your telling me besides the video of child abuse, you guys didn't get any other battle footage? sounds like you need someone there with a camera in hand taking videos (again). In a message dated 7/1/2014 10:32:27 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, frank.pitte...@gmail.com writes: John

Re: [TANKS] Re: Man Down

2014-07-01 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
well, when you are in contact with seasawl bee, see if he has the ability to copy and edit from Sony Mini discs, i have a few disc of unpublished videos from the last gathering i attended (i don't exactly recall what the dates of that where other than it was a 3 day event) that i wouldn't

Re: [TANKS] Re: Man Down

2014-07-02 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
crawling not required In a message dated 7/2/2014 8:56:48 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: As for ground level, sure if you want to crawl on the ground and film , why not? -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a

Re: [TANKS] Re: Man Down

2014-07-02 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
sounds good, next time i'm in town i'll look for a flash drive. chris In a message dated 7/2/2014 7:00:14 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: But seriously Chris, if you'll transfer the videos to a flash drive and send it to me, I'll go through and edit

Re: [TANKS] Re: FOA RC Combat Tiger Finished!

2014-07-08 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
nice where can we find parts like the white grates (and the likes) shown in this picture? In a message dated 7/8/2014 3:21:34 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: Excellent tank Loic.. Will it be coming out in August? Did you not paint the barrel to

[TANKS] Tiger 1 (the real one)

2014-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i went and re-inquired about the Tiger 1 as it was about 2 years ago i last found anything about it and it's location and this was there reply today: The Tiger I has made it back to the U.S. and is at Fort Benning (in covered storage) with the Armor collection. It is still in parts but

[TANKS] emails

2014-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i have noticed that i no longer see the persons email address when anyone post/replies to any subject matter lately, is this some change within googlegroups or? chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to

Re: [TANKS] anyone have this book? TIGERFIBEL ORIGINAL TIGER MANUAL

2014-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
and yes, i didn't sent them a email at the store inquiring in the mean time chris In a message dated 7/16/2014 8:51:03 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: i was just looking at the Bovington store and they have: TIGERFIBEL ORIGINAL TIGER MANUAL but have

Re: [TANKS] emails

2014-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
only the Shadow knows. In a message dated 7/16/2014 11:06:50 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, panthergol...@gmail.com writes: We are anonymous XD -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to rctankcombat@googlegroups.com To

Re: [TANKS] emails

2014-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
okay, thanks. In a message dated 7/16/2014 1:17:17 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, frank.pitte...@gmail.com writes: Google changed how they send out the group messages to conform to a new standard supported by all the big email services to help reduce spam. They now rewrite the From name

Re: [TANKS] anyone have this book? TIGERFIBEL ORIGINAL TIGER MANUAL

2014-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
that should have read and yes, i did send them an email In a message dated 7/16/2014 8:51:48 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: and yes, i didn't sent them a email at the store inquiring in the mean time chris -- -- You are currently subscribed

Re: [TANKS] Re: anyone have this book? TIGERFIBEL ORIGINAL TIGER MANUAL

2014-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
OHhhh that booklet... you know, i think i might have a copy of that around here somewhere as i recall thumbing through it a few times before. well that book isn't what i'm interested in then. thanks for the link! chris In a message dated 7/16/2014 7:55:09 P.M. Eastern

Re: [TANKS] Re: anyone have this book? TIGERFIBEL ORIGINAL TIGER MANUAL

2014-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
since i am not sure where mine is at the moment, i see nothing wrong with a digital copy of it (if one is able to copy the pages from the site) In a message dated 7/16/2014 8:00:03 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: And this is the best one. It has all 89

[TANKS] Tiger Manual

2014-07-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i just went and sent an email to the museum curator inquiring about a shop book i was told they came up with for the Tiger and as soon as i sent it i decided to do a search (not like i was expecting to get an exact hit... but i did [Homer's Voice]Doh![/Homer's vioce] (this should take you

[TANKS] a really basic truck design

2014-07-23 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
ya, it's really, really basic but thought it might be of interest to someone looking to build a basic army truck rather than looking/working from some pretty-looking drawings http://toymakingplans.com/website/PlanSets/Super-ReallyWood-Vietnam-Howitzer .html just saying... chris

[TANKS] another really basic truck (or three)

2014-07-23 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
just came across another really basic truck - this one has some sort of suspension (also really basic). this one was found here: http://www.aschisworkshop.com/trucks.htm i almost hit the send button when i saw this at the bottom of the same page and just about overlooked

Re: [TANKS] Time to get ready

2014-07-27 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
WOW! thanks for that compliment! Chris In a message dated 7/27/2014 6:31:53 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: With four weeks till the next battle, I thought it would be a good time to pulish some new video. Courtesy of Chris, Mr. Slipway, we have

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-27 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
won't that put a bit (too much) of strain on the servo with a direct connection like that or is that gun balanced on both sides of the pivot point (and less/no strain on the servo)? I know it's not the same as if it was in a tank where there will be shocks to the servo due to the bouncing

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-28 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
that springed door hinge will help some (at lest in one direction) chris In a message dated 7/28/2014 8:00:14 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Hey, Chris, I forgot to mention that the marker is attached to a springed door hinge. The hinge doesn't have quite

Re: [TANKS] future RC Tank Combat vehicle

2014-07-28 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
forget the paint ball maker, i think it needs an eye ball looking out of the top of it whe it opens up. when it was at the end on the court, i thought it would be something to paint it up like a basketball and leave it sit there until some kid tried to pick it up and have it spring to life

Re: [TANKS] Time to get ready

2014-07-28 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i at least want a quarter horse out of it chris In a message dated 7/28/2014 9:29:57 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: On Monday, July 28, 2014 1:45:09 PM UTC-4, lo...@fieldofarmortanks.com wrote: Loved the video John. I posted it on FOA Facebook

Re: [TANKS] Time to get ready Act 2

2014-07-28 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
will these be linked in the battle report at some point? In a message dated 7/28/2014 9:21:22 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: More from that first battle session. The dialog is hilarious. Pay attention to when it dawns on Frank there is an unholy

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-29 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
looks nice with the shield in place Steve, won't the neighbor's kids notice their toy hand truck missing? chris In a message dated 7/29/2014 7:52:25 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Ok, rotate motor was ordered, plus a ESC to control it. Took some photos of

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-07-29 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i'd go with metal chris In a message dated 7/29/2014 9:10:15 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: Looks very well thought out Caleb. A suggestion. For the future,you might want to replace the wooden linkage with either plastic or metal if you can. --

Re: [TANKS] Re: Bradford AFV Drawings

2014-07-30 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i have two of them, one is US, the other (sitting here in front of me) is WWII AFV Plans German Early War Armored Fighting Vehicles i haven't seen any others that the store (was looking for the ones i didn't find yet along with a second copy of these so i can cut them apart and scan them

[TANKS] just came across some other scale tank builds

2014-08-01 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
http://www.modelwarfare.co.uk/graphics/Muckleburgh%202014/target22.html http://www.modelwarfare.co.uk/graphics/Muckleburgh%202014/target24.html in another of there threads, i saw some other nice pictures but too many to post, so here's the thread

Re: [TANKS] Re: TyngTech is Invading the UK!

2014-08-04 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
don't forget to test it for Lead (people always seem to forget to check for that until they start to remember some of the stuff that has come from China in the past) chris In a message dated 8/4/2014 6:30:26 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, panthergol...@gmail.com writes: Has the cardboard

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-04 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i have to commend you as being the first person (that i am aware of) to be able to put the magic smoke back into a device and make it work! Bravo! Bravo! (so what's your secret?) chris In a message dated 8/4/2014 4:01:15 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Those

[TANKS] okay, what are they?

2014-08-06 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
_Click here: Battleday 10292013 - kclank_ (https://sites.google.com/site/kclank/home/memberstanksandotherinterestingstuff/battleday-10292013) what's being shown in the first 3 pictures along the left side of the page? chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat

Re: [TANKS] Re: Cromwell T40 Rebuild

2014-08-07 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
so.. what's it from? looks like it would take up less room than this wiper motor set-up. and does it come with that pretty looking red tape wrapped around it?? can we get it in green or black?? chris In a message dated 8/7/2014 10:32:21 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

Re: [TANKS] Re: Cromwell T40 Rebuild

2014-08-08 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
what's the asking price? In a message dated 8/8/2014 7:04:21 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, steve...@gmail.com writes: What's it from? Soon from Zeketec, a new subsidiary of TyngTech. On Friday, August 8, 2014 12:44:02 AM UTC-4, odyssey...@aol.com wrote: so.. what's it from?

[TANKS] no fall battle?

2014-08-12 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i just heard a rumor that there won't be a fall battle near Gettysburg this year, is this true? 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

Re: [TANKS] If someone is feeling adventurous . . .

2014-08-12 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
sucks as it looks like there's no reverse other than doing it by the 1 motor chris In a message dated 8/11/2014 6:51:50 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, pureteenl...@hotmail.com writes: Spotted this on Ebay;

Re: [TANKS] If someone is feeling adventurous . . .

2014-08-12 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
one track forwards, the quickly switch which clutch is engaged and the motor direction, then quickly switch back. Repeat as needed. On Tue, Aug 12, 2014 at 8:55 AM, OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat _rctankcombat@googlegroups.com_ (mailto:rctankcombat@googlegroups.com) wrote: ya, i

[TANKS] Sunday - menu/plans

2014-08-19 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
so.. what's planned for Sundays gathering? on site facilities or trees? 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

Re: [TANKS] Sunday - menu/plans

2014-08-19 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
only when they start to walk and throw boulders In a message dated 8/19/2014 8:07:02 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, panthergol...@gmail.com writes: Do you have a problem with trees? -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to

Re: [TANKS] Re: Sunday - menu/plans

2014-08-19 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
okay, so it's the trees and your own food.. just wanted to make sure chris In a message dated 8/19/2014 9:12:30 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: I believe it's bring your own vittles. On Tuesday, August 19, 2014 1:59:43 AM UTC-4, odyssey...@aol.com

Re: [TANKS] Re: Fall Battle Details

2014-08-20 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
trees, ERA... In a message dated 8/20/2014 10:16:14 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Another thing that came to mind, are there proper bathroom facilities? (other than the trees of course) -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To

Re: [TANKS] M24 Build

2014-08-20 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
there's still the fall battle (tanks are not required to be allowed access to the battlefield) chris In a message dated 8/20/2014 6:37:51 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, kaaronst...@gmail.com writes: sorry to miss the upcoming battle but maybe I'll be read for the same one next year.

Re: [TANKS] M24 Build

2014-08-20 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i like that gear box! nice, neat and tight! chris In a message dated 8/20/2014 6:37:51 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, kaaronst...@gmail.com writes: Hello every one, I thought I'd make a thread for my new tank build. I had to wait for almost 2 months for my motors to arrive but I just

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-21 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
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, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes:

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-21 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
rims In a message dated 8/21/2014 2:42:17 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: 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)

Re: [TANKS] Re: QF 25 Pounder Build

2014-08-21 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
a planed distraction - never thought about that In a message dated 8/21/2014 2:49:17 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: I left those unpainted deliberately. :) -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank Combat group. To post a message, send email to

Re: [TANKS] Re: Fall Battle Details

2014-08-22 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
what's the zip code for there? also, can someone send me the street name - just want to make sure i'm looking at the right one chris In a message dated 8/19/2014 9:10:38 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: around 9, no we have a fill station. 4

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

2014-08-24 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
there are some reporters that are told what they can and cannot say, but that reporter got it right. i haven't been to too many tank battles but i can say there was no safe place to stand as the paint splattering on my clothes said it all. several times i heard the whistling of paint balls

[TANKS] missing video

2014-08-25 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
there were two cameramen at the battlefield yesterday along with a few pedestrians taking pictures and film footage. but we find that the film footage that i took yesterday has gone missing - even the undeveloped disc that was still in the camera. It is believe that it was the work of

[TANKS] unknown message points discrepancy

2014-08-25 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
it seems that the group responsible that has taken my film footage has sent me an anonyms message . We wish to thank you for putting yourself at risk so others may have the chance to review and study your videos for training for future incursions/battles. We have been tasked with

[TANKS] the pill boxes cameras

2014-08-25 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
so i can get back to finishing the Pillboxes, i am trying to make sure the view port is large enough so that a GoPro (or something else) can be given an unobscured view of the battlefield. so far i still don't have the answer so i just looked up the GoPro 3

[TANKS] nice home made smoke unit

2014-08-25 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
_Click here: LARGE SCALE RC ARMOR - View topic - Smoke Simulator for electric drive_ (http://www.getphpbb.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=133mforum=eastpac) too bad the site seems to be dead now, Joe, any chance you know/knew this guy? chris -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C

Re: [TANKS] nice home made smoke unit

2014-08-26 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
can you tell us what the power requirements for them will be? volts, amps In a message dated 8/26/2014 11:16:47 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, l...@fieldofarmortanks.com writes: Just hold on for a couple of weeks, FOA will be selling a “fog machine with heating elements” system for RC

Re: [TANKS] Blast from the Past!

2014-08-30 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
1 - why did you order bearings from overseas? 2 - will you keep it in a shadow box to display it in your own home? 3 - will you sell it to a local museum? In a message dated 8/30/2014 7:37:54 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, steve...@gmail.com writes: Ordered some bearings from an eastern

Re: [TANKS] Blast from the Past!

2014-08-30 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
na, just do like Puddin' head is doing, say it ain't so and expect the rest of the world to just believe you. In a message dated 8/30/2014 8:40:56 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, guygregoire...@hotmail.com writes: Be carefull, you could be suspected of steeling secret soviet technology.

Re: [TANKS] Re: Goliath Mine

2014-08-31 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
that doesn't sound like a bad idea. but what if you had a few solid post coming out from the hull (say 2 on each side and on the front, but could be removed for transportation and storage) with a T fitting on them where you could attach a section of rubber tubing between each T, making a

Re: [TANKS] Re: Goliath Mine

2014-08-31 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i think they changed the rules (yet again) just last night and this was one of those changes, it has to have had more than 7,501 produced. sorry, it seems you won't be able to build your Goliath chris In a message dated 8/31/2014 7:02:15 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com

Re: [TANKS] Re: Goliath Mine

2014-09-01 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
na, that takes too long, just say BOOM! .. your dead . and your dead ... and those guys over there.. chris In a message dated 9/1/2014 7:21:39 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Couldn't you do something simpler like when the driver want to detonate

Re: [TANKS] Re: Goliath Mine

2014-09-01 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
Frank said anything within a specified distance was dead, not 1 shot = 1 kill In a message dated 9/2/2014 12:06:47 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: Make bazooka joes setup for your vehicle. When in 2 foot range you fire. 1 hit = KILL. -- -- You are

Re: [TANKS] Re: Bad Dept Footage

2014-09-03 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
looks more like the makings of a battlefield to me.. chris In a message dated 9/3/2014 7:18:16 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: Caleb, My apologies to your sis. So far I've downloaded over 3 hours of battle footage from the Go Pro tank cams. I've yet to

Re: [TANKS] Re: Bad Dept Footage

2014-09-04 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
almost got what i was thinking. i was thinking more on the lines of attaching plywood to the face of it (by rope or pull ties) and having 2 openings at the bottom that would allow tanks to make it to the next field after taking out the foot soldiers that would be in the way (maybe some

Re: [TANKS] Re: Bad Dept Footage

2014-09-04 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
Coming soon, to select theators -- -- 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

Re: [TANKS] Re: Bad Dept Footage

2014-09-04 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
... just not yours. -- -- 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

Re: [TANKS] RC Conversion of Dragon Plastic Kit M4A3 Sherman

2014-09-06 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
nice vid! the tank doesn't seem to lack in get-up-and-go dept any. runs rather nicely. now when you speak of changing from white metal to Zinc is that for strength only or something else? chris In a message dated 9/5/2014 5:58:37 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, foaadd...@gmail.com

Re: [TANKS] Re: Treads

2014-09-13 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
either i've missed something or i've missed something... I'm guessing attachment chain is designed with ready bolt holes? Sounds like it would be a bit more expensive, people wouldn't use it as much. As for the skip tooth IIRC it's best just made--cut out the desired teeth by

[TANKS] real time video

2014-09-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i think it was Joe and Doug talking about this at the last battle... guys, what sort of range were you looking to have? 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

Re: [TANKS] Re: Treads

2014-09-22 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
the tracks i made for the Tiger are the same as what you have shown attached to the attachment chain. i am using the sprockets that were made for the chain, but i attached to that is a resin cast part that is to resemble the sprocket and idler wheels and be slightly slightly functional as

[TANKS] battle videos?

2014-09-23 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
any word on the videos from the last battle? 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

[TANKS] looking for a few fan cages

2014-09-27 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i am currently looking for a few metal fan cages from either desk fans or larger floor fans. they can't be all banged-up as they just wouldn't work. plastic won't work at all. i'll cover shipping as long as it isn't costly, if it is, just trash it and yes, this is related chris -- --

[TANKS] October's battle?

2014-09-27 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
what was the date for that? the 25th or 26th? any word if it's one day or two? 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

[TANKS] GoPro live wireless feed

2014-10-02 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i was told at the last tank battle that you can't get live wireless video feed from a GoPro camera. now i don't know if that pertained to the GP1, 2 or 3 but i jut saw some with a quad copter on the side of the active volcano in Iceland and he was getting live feed from is GP3. right next to

Re: [TANKS] Caleb and his 25 pounder

2014-10-06 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
that video looks familiar chris In a message dated 10/6/2014 6:33:16 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: 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

Re: [TANKS] Lost footage Part Deux

2014-10-06 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i see good footage of the burger gun about 4 minutes in that qualifies for it's official listing chris In a message dated 10/6/2014 7:47:02 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: Opening scene. Pay close attention to the manipulations that young Mr. Smith

Re: [TANKS] Lost footage Part Deux

2014-10-07 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
ya, the quarter pounder chris In a message dated 10/7/2014 8:35:37 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rctankcombat@googlegroups.com writes: Burger gun? On Monday, October 6, 2014 11:28:18 PM UTC-4, odyssey...@aol.com wrote: i see good footage of the burger gun about 4 minutes in that

Re: [TANKS] Fury

2014-10-20 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
with all of the previews we have been seeing for it on Trailers for the last few weeks, there doesn't seem to be much left to go see chris In a message dated 10/19/2014 7:54:16 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, steve...@gmail.com writes: Just watched Fury. GO SEE IT! -- -- You are

Re: [TANKS] Re: Fury

2014-10-20 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
don't know about waiting that long, maybe a week or two chris In a message dated 10/20/2014 2:44:19 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, buttsakau...@gmail.com writes: Going to snag it on BlueRay when I get the opportunity. Mike B -- -- You are currently subscribed to the R/C Tank

Re: [TANKS] Re: The Final Battle

2014-10-21 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
i'm not expecting to make it either at this time, was looking forward to meeting Loic in person - maybe next year chris In a message dated 10/21/2014 6:55:01 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: Hey, John, wanted to let you know that my sis isn't coming this time.

Re: [TANKS] Last minute preparations ...

2014-10-25 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
really wish i could have be there ... on the left, that green thing. is that a marked disguised as a tool box? chris In a message dated 10/25/2014 7:40:56 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes:

Re: [TANKS] Gremlins of Gettysburg

2014-10-27 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
did he have one of them smoke units installed and running? chris In a message dated 10/27/2014 10:27:45 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, mxly...@cox.net writes: my Loic's screams - by Loic's squeals On Monday, October 27, 2014 10:42:16 AM UTC-4, Frank Pittelli wrote: ... The only

[TANKS] can anyone positively ID this?

2014-11-15 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
was just doing a search tonight and saw this: _Previous_ (http://listverse.com/2013/09/17/10-studies-that-prove-youre-a-bigot/) _Random List_ (http://listverse.com/2011/03/24/10-food-facts-that-should-surprise-you/) _Share_

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

2014-11-15 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
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) (http://www.warhistoryonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/6-mind-boggling-recent-discoveries-of-WWII-remnants.jpg) Photo story (Clockwise from

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

2014-11-16 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
that's why i was saying i thought it was something photo-shopped. thanks for the link, i'll have to read about that later In a message dated 11/16/2014 8:39:46 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, 3219ca...@gmail.com writes: It's not edited: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forest_swastika On

Re: [TANKS] Re: can anyone positively ID this?

2014-11-18 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
thanks for the link chris In a message dated 11/16/2014 1:57:40 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, steve...@gmail.com writes: Chris, That's one of the Swiss hidden bunkers. http://atomictoasters.com/2012/11/the-labyrinthine-history-of-secret-swiss-b unkers/ ST -- -- You are

[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=mainperpage=20categoryid=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

[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

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] 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 the

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

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

Re: [TANKS] Chi Ha

2014-12-23 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
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 _rctankcombat

Re: [TANKS] Chi Ha

2014-12-23 Thread OdysseySlipways via R/C Tank Combat
; 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 welding steel. as to cost... i guess

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@googlegroups.com_

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

2014-12-24 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

[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

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:rctankcombat

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

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

[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

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

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