More than just a thought ...

[Izzy]

Picked up a lego crane for xmas... then got too anxious and had it built up 3 weeks before xmas. Really like it but it's not the same as our trucks.

So I decided to build a crane. Not very far along. I've chosen wheels tires axels springs. I purchased a sample test of each and modeled them up in CAD to set the basis of the design.

[Izzy]

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150214_121231_zpswfqyih7f.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150214_121231_zpswfqyih7f.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

TLT axels
RC4WD
- rims
- wheels
- leaf springs

[painhour]

hows the progress

[Izzy]

Pretty good so far - I modeled the axels and tires up this past week. Since I do this before or after work this might be sporatic.

[TRUCKMAKER]

Knowing your builds Izzy, this will be good. Watching with anticipation!

[Izzy]

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150218_195747_zpsm8w1rbto.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150218_195747_zpsm8w1rbto.jpg.html)

[fhhhstix]

Cool

[Exclusive RC]

ready for Indy?

[Izzy]

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150219_172910_zps341icr6s.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150219_172910_zps341icr6s.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150219_172933_zpso1rdtdtm.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150219_172933_zpso1rdtdtm.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

Brian - hope to have a roller at Indy.

[Gibbs98]

Super design of crane. I wanna see the photos of complete project. please put photos once you have done it.

[Izzy]

Gibbs98 - the Plan is to show progress start to finish. I am showing the designs as I evolve them. Since I am working on design before and after work, little is happening Saturday and Sunday.

Izzy

[Izzy]

Spent last few days going through the outrigger supports several times and calling different businesses trying to find the right combination of extrusions.
and we have success.
then added sprockets and shafts to drive the primary stage.

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_202236_zpsvhx7siro.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_202236_zpsvhx7siro.jpg.html)
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_202246_zpsubhpcmnk.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_202246_zpsubhpcmnk.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

On Monday I had ordered tube extrusions and today I added some detail to the cab.
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_174544_zps7ql53ahn.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_174544_zps7ql53ahn.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_202224_zpsr8kpecaf.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_202224_zpsr8kpecaf.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

Tally thus far
design time 16hr
build time 1 hr

[Joe25]

Great design using the firgielli's (spelling?) as outriggers, your talent consistently blows me away

[Chi-Noos]

Wow, this is going to be one large crane..... great design so far keep up the great work..

[Izzy]

Thanks guys.

Went in early and stayed late to spend 2hr at the mill. Stage 2 and 3 outrigger tube are further along.

[Chi-Noos]

Thanks guys.

Went in early and stayed late to spend 2hr at the mill. Stage 2 and 3 outrigger tube are further along.

Wow, I can't wait to see the actual crane portion of this!!! I can't say it enough, this build is absolutely gorgeous.

[Izzy]

Chi-Noos
don't get my hopes up. But I have been thinking about this build for several years.

BTW
firgelli's came in, extrusions came and the first order from servocity came in. Next order due Monday.
wheels and rims are on back order.

[trilliwilli]

Looks like a Terex AC350 to me, am I right?

For inspiration, look at the LTM1400 from Richard: http://www.rmw-technoscalemodels.nl/nl/pagina/modellen/ltm1400.html
There are two of those BTW. I have often photographed this crane, and did some driving and hoisting as well.

He is also building a LR1750 crawler crane.

There are not a lot of cranes out there, always nice to see a crane build.
Kerst and Eef7260 here on the forum made some nice cranes as well.

[Chi-Noos]

Chi-Noos
don't get my hopes up. But I have been thinking about this build for several years.

BTW
firgelli's came in, extrusions came and the first order from servocity came in. Next order due Monday.
wheels and rims are on back order.

Regardless of how long you've been dreaming, its starting to become reality now. Keep up the great cad work and actual construction too.

[Izzy]

William - your getting close. Good to know about the other cranes. I'll go take a peak later this weekend.

Chi-Noosa - hard not to be decent at Cad - it's my day job.

[Izzy]

After a few hours at work and hittin the gym .....

Cranked up the Lathe - still had frost on it from the -12F morning....
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2420_zpsijfjhisc.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2420_zpsijfjhisc.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2418_zpsujjchkjn.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2418_zpsujjchkjn.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2419_zpsawnvywtf.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2419_zpsawnvywtf.jpg.html)

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http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2422_zps5oddvnzl.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2422_zps5oddvnzl.jpg.html)

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http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2423_zpsvbhv7qyb.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2423_zpsvbhv7qyb.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2424_zpsoyx9bozv.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2424_zpsoyx9bozv.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2426_zpsnag170dr.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2426_zpsnag170dr.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2431_zpstaqwd9ru.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2431_zpstaqwd9ru.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2436_zpshkglnnpo.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2436_zpshkglnnpo.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2435_zpscpcj8wur.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2435_zpscpcj8wur.jpg.html)

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http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2438_zps605cyhsz.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2438_zps605cyhsz.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2428_zpsbgutpre8.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2428_zpsbgutpre8.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2429_zpsxwsrywjf.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2429_zpsxwsrywjf.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2446_zpsa4xrpiew.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2446_zpsa4xrpiew.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2443_zpseqdujbpp.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2443_zpseqdujbpp.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2440_zpsjd6ptdex.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2440_zpsjd6ptdex.jpg.html)

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2447_zps9qo2wjzo.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2447_zps9qo2wjzo.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

Outriggers - 2/3's complete .....

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_202236_zpsvhx7siro.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150225_202236_zpsvhx7siro.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

so with the 2 hrs this morning I am up to 18 for design.
and
1 hr earlier this week, 1 hr yesterday morning and 4 hr today for a today of 6 hr build.

[TRUCKMAKER]

Looking good Izzy. How many channels is it going to take to operate the crane?

[Izzy]

Hmmm - good question

- Power drive/stabilize
- Fwd / Rev
- Steer axels 1 & 6
- Steer 2 & 5
- Steer 3 & 4
Outrigger stage 1
Outrigger stage 2
Outrigger A
Outrigger B
Outrigger C
Outrigger D
Power Carriage
Pivot Right / Left
Boom Lift/Lower (hydraulic)
Boom Extension ??????
Cable In / Out
Counter weight Lift/Lower
Counter weight in/out

at least 18 I suppose - not sure how I am doing the boom extension just yet.

I was figuring to have 3 receivers -2 battery sources
driving
Stabilizing
Boom and Carriage

[Chi-Noos]

Hmmm - good question

- Power drive/stabilize
- Fwd / Rev
- Steer axels 1 & 6
- Steer 2 & 5
- Steer 3 & 4
Outrigger stage 1
Outrigger stage 2
Outrigger A
Outrigger B
Outrigger C
Outrigger D
Power Carriage
Pivot Right / Left
Boom Lift/Lower (hydraulic)
Boom Extension ??????
Cable In / Out
Counter weight Lift/Lower
Counter weight in/out

at least 18 I suppose - not sure how I am doing the boom extension just yet.

I was figuring to have 3 receivers -2 battery sources
driving
Stabilizing
Boom and Carriage

18 channels? Is there a transmitter that would supply more than that just in case? Anyways this is looking amazing thus far.

[Cooper]

I picked up a frsky taranis radio for $279. A lot of heli aerial photography guys use them. I'm not wanting to push anything but this radio works for me and is on par or better than $$$ other systems. Here is a clip of the specs.
http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q750/cooperford/9dbca8c216f5a03a08ab1e855c4d6324_zpsc3db1fe1.jpg
More than I will ever need but for a build like this it is a less expensive idea :).

[Izzy]

Chi-Noos - really high end stuff can. Spectrum does 18 but it's really a 9 with a servo split that doubles over to 18. Not real sure how it's done but it's available.

Cooper - appreciate the info.

As of right now. Since you don't operate support legs while driving or boom functions while driving or working legs . I figure to use a 10 channel and 3 diff er entry receivers - switching models in between. Therefore 30 sets of 10 channels
spectrum DX10

[Chi-Noos]

Chi-Noos - really high end stuff can. Spectrum does 18 but it's really a 9 with a servo split that doubles over to 18. Not real sure how it's done but it's available.

Cooper - appreciate the info.

As of right now. Since you don't operate support legs while driving or boom functions while driving or working legs . I figure to use a 10 channel and 3 diff er entry receivers - switching models in between. Therefore 30 sets of 10 channels
spectrum DX10

I knew spectrum and futaba made 18 channel radios but didn't know

[Izzy]

Ok so yesterday I cut the extrusions for the chassis. Last night I drilled a bunch of holes and made fixtures to hold the parts for the summer frames. This morning I did some more mill work for the spring mounts. And when I got home I cleaned up a bunch of burrs from all that.

So add another 5 hr to the build.

Stopping by the alum. Shop to see if they can tack weld my sub frames together.

[Izzy]

Some of Mondays work - outer support leg tube
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150304_214855_zps4ybbuwbk.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150304_214855_zps4ybbuwbk.jpg.html)

Yesterday and this morning - suspension sub frames and bumper
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150304_214850_zpsewvu5d0j.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150304_214850_zpsewvu5d0j.jpg.html)

[Cooper]

Wow this is going to be a build and half!! Hats off to you, can't wait to see it working!! Just from my stuff I have to put stickey notes on things to remember what switches do what, you might need to make a operators manual!! Lol :). So what did you do for the gear that drives the rack? Is that a motor or actuators also? (To extend the supports outward).

[Izzy]

32 pitch pinion - same kind as in our 3 speed truck trans.
12 tooth

Gear rack is from McMaster Carr

[Izzy]

2 hr at the fab shop

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150306_232925_zpsrhp1wkok.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150306_232925_zpsrhp1wkok.jpg.html)


4 hr at the bench
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150306_232911_zpskxq7gx6c.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150306_232911_zpskxq7gx6c.jpg.html)
What ya think?

[Izzy]

Add another 3hr for last night (after the posting) - up till 4am in the build shop.

So total thus far is
design 20hr
build 22hr

[Izzy]

So the Silicon set up but the firgelli would still flex. So too them apart a used jb weld - picked the steel reinforced putty - 2 part cut what you need and fold/mix and use. According to the instructions it bonds to metal but plastics were not listed
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150307_095428_zpsh6dlihxq.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150307_095428_zpsh6dlihxq.jpg.html)
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150307_095438_zpsqrnbmygc.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150307_095438_zpsqrnbmygc.jpg.html)

[TRUCKMAKER]

The photo of all the axles is just pure art!

[Izzy]

Leaf spring shackles

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150307_083342_zpssknjtzjk.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150307_083342_zpssknjtzjk.jpg.html)
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150307_083346_zpsjmspvd1r.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150307_083346_zpsjmspvd1r.jpg.html)

[Chi-Noos]

Coming along quite nicely izzy

[tc1cat]

You should see it now after a day at Travis' :D:D Working sliders and a little more. Figured Izzy would have pics on by now :rolleyes::rolleyes:

[Izzy]

The last slider is giving me fits.

Pics soon.

Add another 12 hr for yesterday and this morning

[Izzy]

First test video. I have all 4 outrigger supports working now. Will need to wire further.

Mobile Crane 1/14 chassis supports test1: http://youtu.be/VAj4-8TCP_g

[TRUCKMAKER]

It's ALIVE!

[Izzy]

Ya noisy too. But thats what you get when you put 9 volts intact 3volt motor.

[TRUCKMAKER]

I doubt the 1:1 is running whisper technology ;), the wow factor is just as great noisy or not! :cool::cool:

[Izzy]

Chassis parts ordered. Control units ordered, some recieved. a week or so waiting for parts but then some good progress should happen.

My next step is to distract my self by adding details to the cab - hope to find a shop with a router for blanks... styrene though.

[Izzy]

Design update. Headlights, step pockets.

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/CAB%20ISO_1_zpsomhp1j62.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/CAB%20ISO_1_zpsomhp1j62.jpg.html)

[Chi-Noos]

! Wow Great cad work izzy

[fhhhstix]

! Wow Great cad work izzy



You would almost think Izzy was an engineer or something.:D

[bigford]

or something:D

[Izzy]

Hmm I hate waiting for parts.

Ordered from 4 places on Sunday
ebay - horizon hobby - recieved on Tuesday
ebay - liquid rc - still not recieved
robot market place - still not recieved
servo city - recieved Wednesday
ordered from McMaster Carr on Thursday before 2pm recieved Friday

I guess some want our business others not so much. - maybe we are an inconvenience. .....

[woodhog]

It all looks good Izzy can't wait to see it at Indy:cool:

[up9018]

Becoming a very impressive build already Izzy

[Claus H]

Nice build , we have a guy in denmark WHO is Building one too . you schould look at his build http://www.robse.dk/pages/LTM1500/LTM1500-8_1.asp

[Izzy]

Thanks guys.

Wow that Denmark guy has it goin....I think I'll spend some serious time to see how it all works for him.

[Izzy]

This arrived today

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150317_175115_zpslhk38ous.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150317_175115_zpslhk38ous.jpg.html)


http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150317_175125_zps70zh9zu1.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150317_175125_zps70zh9zu1.jpg.html)

[fhhhstix]

Nice parts there buddy.:D

[TRUCKMAKER]

Yeah boxes of parts are always fun!

[Chi-Noos]

Don't be stingy izzy show what you got lol

[Cooper]

Yeah let's see it, it's always fun and exciting to get presents from the mailman!! Like my wife giving me presents, excited to see what it is but knowing I bought it!! Lol!!! Living vicariously in this thread!!

[Izzy]

Received that Robot market place order this past Thursday
McMaster on Friday, Liquid Rc on Friday as well.


Got Wheels, tires, transfer case and gear reduction
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2452_zpsv1uzwdve.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2452_zpsv1uzwdve.jpg.html)
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2453_zpsqcgm5zck.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2453_zpsqcgm5zck.jpg.html)
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2453_zpsqcgm5zck.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2453_zpsqcgm5zck.jpg.html)

Using rope crimp collars for risers .....
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2451_zpsufzfce92.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2451_zpsufzfce92.jpg.html)
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2448_zpscvif89zx.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2448_zpscvif89zx.jpg.html)
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2450_zpsvigjkmxl.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2450_zpsvigjkmxl.jpg.html)

flipped axels twice now - but found that the proper install for the steering servo on the TLT axels will work really good
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2454_zps5sylu7rb.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2454_zps5sylu7rb.jpg.html)
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/IMG_2455_zpsvazoep8b.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/IMG_2455_zpsvazoep8b.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

So an hour this past Thursday, 4 hours hours on Friday ,up till 2am Woo Hooo! Four hours on Saturday.

Waiting on Leaf Springs ....... Arghhhhh!

[Finster]

Great job so far. Yet another build to keep watching. Sorry to change the subject a bit but what CAD program are you using?

[Izzy]

Inventor by Auto desk

[TRUCKMAKER]

This crane is going to be incredible! I like the tires and wheels :cool:.

[Izzy]

Leaf springs showed up today. Add another 2 hr

Thanks - I like them too. At first I was worried there were too tall but they scale out really good.

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150323_205829_zps3sforgfe.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150323_205829_zps3sforgfe.jpg.html)

[Cooper]

I like how you are keeping track of your time. I wish I would do that as I never know if I'm way underestimating or over. Keep track, and let us know when she done. It will be a good aspect of custom builds.

[Izzy]

Next order arrived - ouch on the wallet. I do love my wife.

Drive shafts parts, servo extensions, servos, channel expanders, test servo horns.

Horizon shipped Monday am on an order placed Sunday morning. Fed ex first attempt to deliver Tuesday (needed signiture so actual delivery was today Wednesday
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20150325_200456_zpszgqmrsvs.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150325_200456_zpszgqmrsvs.jpg.html)

[Izzy]

2 hr and 4 drive shafts in and 6 steer servos installed.
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[Izzy]

23 design hours thus far

57 Build hours thus far ( includes ordering and tracking down orders)

Details of things like steering linkage, drive shafts lengths etc. Is figured as build hours. Re-adjusting and duplicate attempts on the sliders is all as build. Some would call those hours design but they are more of on the fly R&D than true design. I also only took the design so far as to place and coriagraph major components as the design aspect is to facilitate the build. Rather than the build is to b prove the design.

[tc1cat]

Looks great so far. You are going to replace the wooden spacers on the leaf spring mounts, aren't you???

[Izzy]

BUSTED - Well I wasn't going to. But I did pick up square brass tube for the job.

[Izzy]

4 hr for Friday night
transfer case

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And power plant


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[tc1cat]

Izzy, You know I had to bust you on something :rolleyes::rolleyes: Your approach on this build is way past anything that I have done. Mine seems to be- measure, make long, trim, trim, and finally get it correct. Most of your parts fit the first time and work.

Can't wait to see this vehicle finished and working.

[Izzy]

First time. That support took at least 4 tries and 2 different material tries. First was a 2" wide 3/16 alum from lowes. Put it in the vise and pulled it over . Got all the way to the last bend and it fractured through. Great for a pinch flange horrible for forming....
then thought about brass. But didn't have anything long enough. Then tried this 1 x 1/8 also from lowes and it did great! But then had to make 3 just to get the blank versus finished item right. Alum is tricky stuff to figure a bend allowance and heck forming in a metal vise and pulling it over by hand isn't science either. So a good drawing would do me No good on this one. This is where I rely on my farm boy upbringing And back yard engineering

[Cooper]

Lol, that's been my approach to a lot of stuff, cut, recut, bend, break, cut, break, ect,,,,, even did some backside cuts and it always is the very last bend on a part that is coming out perfect that the aluminum breaks!! Thanks for sharing , it's looking real good!!

[Izzy]

6 hr today

On its feet and steering is blended. 5 mixes.



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[pontiacmann]

Love it Nice Work :jaw::jaw::jaw:

[pigeonfarmboy]

Ok you said roller by Indy. Now that it's a roller, I expect to see it done....

[Izzy]

Well good friend we're getting close. Been sick mostly last 2 weeks but still working so slow progress. Took most this week off to recover and get some chores done round the house which means .... late nights playing rc stuff.

Did in fact have a conversation with T today about my progress , about how this was to take a good 6 months to have it half way done For Indy.....
Add 2hr for Monday, 4 hr for Tuesday, 2 for Wednesday, 8 for Thursday and another 4 for this morning.
So 20 hr added and what do you get?

TEST RUN!

https://youtu.be/3-aVEvicgpo

[tc1cat]

Chassis looks GREAT!! Speed of the arms and supports looks spot on. Really has a nice turning radius for as long as it is. Hopefully you will have the crane operational by August!! Maybe even the body done and painted :eek::eek:

Quite a difference from the last time I saw it! Never did ask- sound system????

[Izzy]

Got a plan. Not a great one, but a plan.

[Izzy]

Didn't like how fast it was running on the test run. So i added an Integy gear reduction. Used an aftermarket pinion so rather than the kit ones.

Now it has
Axial 55 turn crawler motor
2.5:1 Integy gear reduction
16:1 RC4WD planetary
1.47:1 RC4WD transfer case
TLT axels
1.9 RC4WD rims
Militants tires 4-1/4" tall


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[Izzy]

Last several days was wiring. Installing and micro switches on the retracts. And making a power board for the 4 motor controllers ( 3 of them are dual)

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[TRUCKMAKER]

Your cooking right along Izzy. Looks like you'll have a crane in Indy. I agree with Lynn the turning radius is great.

[Izzy]

Found that on carpet the drive really bogs down. The ratio of the inner set of axels is far different than the outer axel sets. But soft tires on deep shag carpet is not good either.

[DieselKid]

This thing is a beast Izzy!!! Really cool build dude! Can't wait to see it in person!:eek:

-Alex

[Izzy]

Thanks Alex.

Last week I mounted the main deck plate. And started laying out the turntable design wise.
on Saturday I mounted the drive on the turntable. Then into Sunday I got it mounted into the frame.
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[Izzy]

Today I picked up laser cut cab parts from the local cnc wood working shop. They have a low power laser for wood and glass etching.

[Izzy]

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[Izzy]

So here is a kool pc, at least I think so...... tire squat :jaw: - It's on the rear set - I hop it evens out though - but I have a good bit yet to add to her before all is said and done :bounce:

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[RCP57]

This is coming along very nicely! Is that a rotary table your using for the swing?

[Izzy]

Yes.

[RCP57]

Great idea!

[tc1cat]

That little detail didn't get past me either :D:D Might be where your tire squat is coming from?? Rotary table can't be too light! Might need some tire filling to combat the squatting.

[Izzy]

I figure that table is around 10 to 15 lbs.
But the full length 3/16 plate easn't light either.

[pigeonfarmboy]

Here's how I took care of those tires on my excavator dolly:
http://www.rctruckandconstruction.com/showpost.php?p=93078&postcount=97

[Izzy]

Thanks nate - this will come in handy.

[Izzy]

I am honored by the comments but the turn table was an idea by a good friend here on the board.

Like everyone else I gather ideas talk with friends ask questions and then go build something....

[TRUCKMAKER]

It is an excellent idea, but when I was told about the turntables all I could picture was the one we have at work that takes a couple guys or a fork lift to get it on the mill lol. I've never seen one that small.

[Izzy]

hinesight says find an aluminum one. This cast iron is heavy.

[Izzy]

Couple hours cleaning parts and gluing together

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Reaching out for help on these

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[YoungGunz]

Hmmmm.... Those hinges look familiar for some reason. ;) :p

[Izzy]

Ok so this version did not work out. Tried 2 different mounting with no improvement. Turns out my pivot is too far away from the door surface. So a new design and more printing to be done.
I broke rule 1 of design. Test your design. I was so anxious to make hinges I didn't properly test in my design models.

[GjtBob]

I'm no designer by any means, but what do you think about a "simple" Piano Hinge for the doors? I've seen a few 1:1's with those type of hinges on the doors. You might need to make cut outs for them, but I'm thinking they'd work, and should look ok as well.

[heavy_duty]

Chris,what an awesome project you have here.Its is over the top for sure.I feel your pain on the hindge issue, I spent a whole day on a hindge for the tilt hood on one of my trucks. Good grief.Ok back to work.Good job,


Ed

[Izzy]

Guys thanks.

Piano hinge - yes I have a few lingering about. Have used them a lot. Was trying for the hidden look aND something nice tHan what i typically produce. I have the piano as a fall back punt option if all else fails.

[Izzy]

Updates - next to a stock globe for reference.
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[Izzy]

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[GjtBob]

I understand the wanting a hidden look, I'm sure, from what I've seen of your work, that you'll figure something masterful out. The rig looks awesome so far, I can only dream of having that one of talent.

[Izzy]

Much is just figuring it as I go. Like I must have my ratio off for the cab height. As you see the dash looks right with the windshield but neededva sub floor to get the seat height close and then it's like someone could stand and walk through the cab. In general it's close but not exact. The interior was a Sunday afternoon thought and a bunch of pieces here and there.

[GjtBob]

Haven't seen any updates lately, is everything going ok? It looks great so far.

[Izzy]

Yes just fine. Had it down at the Frankfort toy show a month or so ago. Did just fine. Swapped out the swing motor for a slower unit. Designing the boon parts right now.

[TRUCKMAKER]

Wow thought we were going to have to put an APB out you!:cop::lol:

[Izzy]

Working serious overtime 10's and 12's and some Saturdays

But also working on the boom design.

[mtdriver]

Izzy, ive been out of the game a while. And here i come back and this was one of the first projects i check out. And it looks great! Ill be at Indy this year, hope to see ya in person!

[JD Transport]

What news Izzy on this lovely mobile crane? Happy NY to all. JD.

[Izzy]

Hmmm, been hibernating most of fall winter. Have had the tubing and sleeves for the boom. Waiting on cable spools. Hydraulics made me water to hit it with a hammer so I gave it a rest.
It will be at the Lebanon show and of course Indy

Lebanon show link
http://www.rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=11044

[Izzy]

Been a long winter with many distractiond, but with the help of a good couple friends getting the bug to build again.
So if some of this is repetitive - appologies. But this is where I am at.

Lift cylinders, another learning curve here. Thought that sir fittings were air tight right? Not so much. Have to replace the fittings, they leak.
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Over all shot, not bad. Going to use an idea from a fellow member on the wheel inserts. Stock foam just way too soft and machine way too heavy. Craft foam sheets is where I am headed.

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Boom sections -just finished bolting up. Need spools - friends are priceless.
Had to have the caps remade since I designed them too small the first time round.http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20160221_163351_zpsylaberoz.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160221_163351_zpsylaberoz.jpg.html)

[TRUCKMAKER]

Looking good Izzy, hope to see it in any form at Lebanon.

[Izzy]

She will be at Lebanon, working boom is the goal.

[Izzy]

Mocked up the boom today. Good friends with talents are hard to find. Thanks lynn

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[kerst]

Very nice!

Kerst

[crawler07]

Oh my gosh what a monster!!!!! Every part is well thought out and perfectly executed I cant wait to see this thing swinging a bridge section into place.

[Izzy]

Pretty happy myself. Took a break from it and had parts made, so cleaning up some loose ends.

Izzy

[Northern Farmer]

Great project Izzy this one must take up a whole shelf :D

[tc1cat]

Impressive!!! Knowing how big the front sheeves are, gives me some idea of the overall size. Can't wait to see it!

[Izzy]

Yes whole shelf and whole bench. Part of the reason why I bought a utility trailer for my rc's. She won't fit in the Envoy.

[Smiley]

Yes whole shelf and whole bench. Part of the reason why I bought a utility trailer for my rc's. She won't fit in the Envoy.

If it won't fit in it then strap it down on the top of it :D:D lol

[FabOne]

One AWESOME build Chris! It keeps getting better. Anxious to see it at Lebanon.

-Terry

[Izzy]

After mocking up the boom I set her on her feet. Wow, almost had rims string on the bench the tires were so squished. And that's with the stock foams.
So been asking around - see previous posts.
So This is what i did
Dissassembly,
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Donor wheels with hard foam inserts http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20160312_172222_zps0z8oqvan.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160312_172222_zps0z8oqvan.jpg.html)
Slice part of the carcass off
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Wrap 2 side by side in craft foam sheet - test fitted strip in side tire to get correct size. Had tried tires along but did not fill inside space.
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And then squish it all inside. Good thing these tires are soft.
Then used clamps to clamp together.

[Izzy]

After having had bolts fall out of these rims, I drilled out the 2.5 mm holes and put in 3mm screws, thread the outer shell to keep the stud look.

[Izzy]

Used 25 donor tires, 2 sheets of foam and 132 screws to do all 12 wheels.
Just finished them yesterday down here at Travis' so no testing yet. Let's hop this works

[Izzy]

It worked!
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20160320_194432_zps0o09lytc.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160320_194432_zps0o09lytc.jpg.html)
Fronts
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Rearshttp://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii94/Isleifr/Mobile%20Uploads/20160320_194535_zpsvdpsignx.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Isleifr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160320_194535_zpsvdpsignx.jpg.html)

[TRUCKMAKER]

Looks good Chris! What's it weighting?

[Izzy]

Not sure. But I don't think I can lift her by myself.

[Bo Wallen]

Not sure. But I don't think I can lift her by myself.
Izzy no worries it might lift you :cool: I like you're Crane a lot and hope it will load and unload My beams when i go to IN.

[FabOne]

INCREDIBLE Chris!!

Can't wait to see it in Lebanon.

-Terry

[Northern Farmer]

Great craftsmanship, you have some serious building skills! :eek::cool:

[Izzy]

Busted a nut loading her in the cargo trailer. Traveled ok but rolled a bit, no damage. Ran it yesterday, moved good even with all the weight. Need to add more gear reduction. For some odd reason a firgelli extended while I was driving and got ripped apart. Will need a power cut out installed to prevent this again.

[Izzy]

Hello everyone, I haven't died or nothing, just keeping low on the radar and workin lots of hours.
Crane has new style swing out stabilizers with heavier structure.

I see that photobucket has my photos up once again. I'll have to try and figure out why....

[kerst]

Hello everyone, I haven't died or nothing, just keeping low on the radar and workin lots of hours.
Crane has new style swing out stabilizers with heavier structure.

I see that photobucket has my photos up once again. I'll have to try and figure out why....

Looking forward to some pictures!

Kerst