CAT 988F Series II Wheel Loader [Archive] - RC Truck and Construction

fhhhstix

09-10-2011, 10:15 PM

I have wanted a Wheel Loader for some time now so I decided to try my hand at building one. I have the tracked loader but I wanted some thing to load a little faster and have more reach so I decided to go with the 988 in 1/14 scale.

Here is what I am attempting to build.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/cat988f1.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/cat988f3.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/cat988f2.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/cat988f4.jpg

Here is what I have so far. The Mammoth tires are the right size for this build in 1/14 scale so now I am waiting on the rim builder to make my new one's.:D

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0969.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0970.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0971.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0972.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0973.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0974.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0975.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0976.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0977.jpg

I have had electronics in it and ran it around the garage. So far it seams like it will have plenty of power now I just have to make it look like some thing.

Thanks for looking.
Travis

ihbuilder

09-10-2011, 10:27 PM

"so now I am waiting on the rim builder to make my new one's"

O so blame the wheel man , eeh :rolleyes::eek: Looks good looks like it should load the mack OK

Snochaser

09-10-2011, 11:06 PM

fhhhstix

09-10-2011, 11:47 PM

You have been growing with ingenuity and complexity with each build Travis. Really looks nice, made your own transfer case out of delrin I see.?.? It's nice to see it come alive after the discussion in Indy. Keep it up, I'm sure I'll steal some ideas for my next complex machinery build. That poor guy in a cage PA is everyone's friend, he just can't say no,can he?

Ben

Thanks Ben and and you are right Steve does have a hard time saying no.

I am noticing in my pics I have the frame to high on the front axle so in the morning I will disassemble it and machine it down some to make the frame sit level. Funny how you notice things more when you look at it in a pic.

I also got my order from Micro Mark today, new vice, clamp set, and true inch conversion for the mill. They were out of stock on the R8 Collet set but I will be getting that as soon as it is back in stock as well as smaller tool makers vice.

Travis

doodlebug

09-11-2011, 12:11 AM

Hey Travis, look's like a fun project! Keep us posted! Like the T-Case.

Steve, Aren't you looking for a new coal shovel? LOL!
Cheer's, Neil#2 aka doodlebug.

Espeefan

09-11-2011, 03:35 AM

I like these older Cats. The cabs are neat, with the triangle windows.

That's an interesting drivetrain and frame. So you've got what looks like Axial axles, but you made one with a pass through input/output shaft, and you are using that as the mounts to allow for axle oscillation? That's actually a pretty cool idea. I don't think I would have thought of something like that. How's it work? Just a couple bronze/oilite bushings on the input/output shafts to allow oscillation? Kind of surprised there is enough shaft left to hook up the driveshaft yoke.

androiduk

09-11-2011, 04:55 AM

I love it , excellant drive train work , I am in awe ! !

fhhhstix

09-11-2011, 09:57 AM

Hey Travis, look's like a fun project! Keep us posted! Like the T-Case.

Steve, Aren't you looking for a new coal shovel? LOL!
Cheer's, Neil#2 aka doodlebug.

Thanks Neil I just hope it works when I am done.

I love it , excellant drive train work , I am in awe ! !

Thanks I had to come up with something different to get it all to fit and work.

I like these older Cats. The cabs are neat, with the triangle windows.

That's an interesting drivetrain and frame. So you've got what looks like Axial axles, but you made one with a pass through input/output shaft, and you are using that as the mounts to allow for axle oscillation? That's actually a pretty cool idea. I don't think I would have thought of something like that. How's it work? Just a couple bronze/oilite bushings on the input/output shafts to allow oscillation? Kind of surprised there is enough shaft left to hook up the driveshaft yoke.

Nate you are right they are Axial axles and the shaft was to short. The good thing about these axles is that they use a pin drive pinion so I just made a longer shaft to make room for the pivot. The other side is a Traxxas Stampede front axle shaft, I didn't need an output or input just a pivot point.

Thanks to all for looking.
Travis

Tamiya Cowboy

09-11-2011, 10:53 AM

Here you go again amazing me with your ability's this thing is going to be the best loader yet cant wait to see more.. You should look into the alum housings for them axles you might as well go over the top..

RCP57

09-11-2011, 01:02 PM

I was just wondering what the dimensions are on those tires?

Thanks Reg

td9clyde

09-11-2011, 01:13 PM

very nice work i can dig that lol i also think aluminum axels would be a good idea for a lil weight and strength for pickin up those heavy loads of dirt or crushed rubber very cool good start can't wait to see more

SmallHaul

09-11-2011, 01:18 PM

Cool project Travis and nice start.

Great idea on the large size too because it is easier to load everything.

dirtpusher9

09-11-2011, 04:39 PM

fhhhstix

09-11-2011, 04:49 PM

Nice choice on the loader Trav. I think your going to enjoy scratch building equipment more than trucks and trailers. There is more challenges because you can't just buy the parts you need, you most build them.

I still like building trucks and I have made the trucks more complicated these days as well. Don't worry though I am collecting parts for a dozer as well and so far I have the tracks, gearmotors, and ESC, not much but a start but I am getting there. I am also working on getting the funds for one of the excavators RC4WD is selling.

Travis

fhhhstix

09-11-2011, 04:55 PM

Here is a video testing the drive train and steering. Click Here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJ8gWKG6ojI)

Travis

elliot330

09-11-2011, 05:41 PM

Hi Travis,

Excellent start... it looks fairly capable in the video too, near the end it went up the step very easy. Looking forward to seeing this is progress.

Elliot

sparkycuda

09-11-2011, 08:33 PM

fhhhstix

09-11-2011, 08:59 PM

Very good, Travis! Are you going with hydraulics for the work equipment, or going to surprize us with something new - ceramic magnet cylinders or nano-technology gearmotors? :p:rolleyes: Anyway, very cool beginning.

Ken

Thanks Ken I have some hyd alternative ideas but we will have to see how they work out.

Travis

Brian in PA

09-11-2011, 10:06 PM

This is a very ambitious build Trav, but if anyone can do it you can! I'm staying tuned for this one.

Brian

rc_farmer

09-11-2011, 10:13 PM

Travis, glad to see you are joing the "over-sized" club too.....:D, greal build! You know i will be following this.

Trucker47

09-11-2011, 11:38 PM

Wow thats cool! Is it going to be hydraulic or screw drive?

Espeefan

09-11-2011, 11:48 PM

It's always fun driving around a bare bones chassis, isn't it? Something about seeing it move under it's own power for the first time. Cool.

CAT29

09-12-2011, 06:39 AM

Nice one looks good in the video cant wait to see some more pictures.

doodlebug

09-12-2011, 03:36 PM

Hey Travis, do you need to see the kyosho hanomag manual, for screw drive idea's???
Let me know, I can scan it and pm it to you?
Keep up the great work. Later, Neil#2 aka doodlebug.

fhhhstix

09-12-2011, 08:54 PM

Hey Travis, do you need to see the kyosho hanomag manual, for screw drive idea's???
Let me know, I can scan it and pm it to you?
Keep up the great work. Later, Neil#2 aka doodlebug.

That would be great I am always up for some new ideas.

Travis

FabOne

09-13-2011, 09:35 AM

Look'in GOOD Travis!! You're going to tax the **** out of your lowboy to get this guy to the job site! Keep us posted.

-Terry

Izzy

09-13-2011, 05:42 PM

I like the chassis - sturdy, simple and straight forward

doodlebug

09-14-2011, 10:01 PM

Hey Travis, PM'd and emailed the manual to you. Hope this help's!
Later, Neil#2 aka doodlebug.

tracksntreadslou

09-15-2011, 01:14 AM

Great job Travis ..simple and works well..wish I could build that quick..gona keep tabs on this one...

kyleandtavion

09-15-2011, 02:48 AM

Cool cant wait to see more pics and a final product!

pigeonfarmboy

09-15-2011, 12:23 PM

Is it done yet?

ihbuilder

09-15-2011, 03:54 PM

Is it done yet?

No :eek: he's waiting on the wheel guy :rolleyes::p who is secretly holding him back till he can catch up :D:D:D:p:p:p:p :eek::eek::eek:

fhhhstix

09-17-2011, 08:18 PM

No :eek: he's waiting on the wheel guy :rolleyes::p who is secretly holding him back till he can catch up :D:D:D:p:p:p:p :eek::eek::eek:

Well you had better get busy I got a little more done today.:D Just a small update but here are a couple pic's.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0987.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0988.jpg

Travis

Izzy

09-17-2011, 09:21 PM

Travis - get on your wheel guy - those current rims are ground on me - sorta like a hot wheels version of a 'cat. LOL

Chris

dirtpusher9

09-17-2011, 09:44 PM

This is comimg along nicely. Are the lift arms 1/4'' plate?

fhhhstix

09-17-2011, 09:58 PM

This is comimg along nicely. Are the lift arms 1/4'' plate?

Yes they are.:D In 1/14 scale that is only a 3.5in wide arm. I want to be sure this thing will hold up over time.

Travis

dirtpusher9

09-17-2011, 10:25 PM

It will hold up and also look good. Some people don't use heavy enough material and it just don't look right. But if I know you this thing will look and perform great.

RCLogger

09-18-2011, 12:47 AM

Great work Travis
I have been too busy at work and have not kept up with all the action on this thread. I think work will slow now and I can spend more time watching your build, keep the updates coming.

greg

td9clyde

09-18-2011, 09:12 AM

looks good can't wait to see this loader in action

Juganought

09-18-2011, 09:44 AM

Just an idea travis... why not make some templates, you get the idea:D

CustomRCmodels

09-18-2011, 10:09 AM

Travis ,
that looks like it will be another cool build !
don't want to hijack your thread here ,
but I have a question for Neil :
do you actually have one of these good old Kyosho Hanomag 66C ?
http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=2854
I found a used one some time ago .
It's more like a pile of junk which needs some serious rebuilding .
It's one of my back-burner-projects .

fhhhstix

09-18-2011, 12:19 PM

Just an idea travis... why not make some templates, you get the idea:D

Kinda like these. They are printed off in 1/14 scale and I made 5 paper copies of each part so I have them for future use.:D

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_0989.jpg

Travis

doodlebug

09-18-2011, 02:34 PM

Hey CustomRCmodel's, I wish! I've had the manual for 20+ year's. I pm'd it to Travis for screw drive idea's. I can pm it to you, if you would like?
Later, Neil#2 aka doodlebug.

fhhhstix

09-19-2011, 08:57 PM

I hope to have the bucket welded up and ready for some details to be added. I cut out the sides and cut a piece to be bent for the bottom and back of the bucket. I do not have a good way to form the bottom and back piece to the shape of the sides so I took it to a friend of mine at a metal shop. He said he should be able to do it for me and is going to weld them together as well. I am hoping to get my gear motors to build the cylinders this week as well. If all goes well I should have some update pics this weekend. Thanks again to all for the comments and checking out my build.

Travis

td9clyde

09-24-2011, 09:26 AM

hows it commin? did you get your bucket back yet?

fhhhstix

09-24-2011, 11:52 AM

No not yet so I am going to work on a truck this weekend.

Travis

Snochaser

10-01-2011, 07:31 PM

Travis are you using two servos for steering?

fhhhstix

10-01-2011, 07:37 PM

Travis are you using two servos for steering?

Yes I am using two Hitec 645 MG servos. I had one on it at first and it probably would have worked but I had the room to put one on the other side so I made both sides match and should not have any problems getting it to turn now.:D

Travis

td9clyde

10-08-2011, 09:50 PM

We need an update here with some pics lol hows the loader comming along?

fhhhstix

10-08-2011, 09:55 PM

Well I have a bucket welded together but it does not look like much yet. The bucket still needs the cutting edge, side cutters, cab protector, and the mounting brackets. Here are some pics of what I have. I added the second center pivot and I leveled out the frame.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1033.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1035.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1036.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1037.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1040.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1038.jpg

Travis

mazdaparts

10-09-2011, 12:43 AM

Looking good Travis. Can't wait to see it finished.

RCTech9

10-09-2011, 12:48 AM

Very cool build!:D

SmallHaul

10-09-2011, 09:33 AM

Looking great Travis!

td9clyde

10-09-2011, 09:38 AM

lookin gooooood lol finally got some more pics

Stepside

10-09-2011, 09:16 PM

WOWZA!! Now that'll load a scale 40' dump trailer in no time... 3-4 scoops? Its starting to take shape!

FabOne

10-09-2011, 09:30 PM

You the MAN Travis!! The bucket looks awesome.

-Terry

chaseracer

10-09-2011, 09:57 PM

looking great travis, I am watching this one closely. super job

rc_farmer

10-09-2011, 10:31 PM

Travis, that is looking really good. We are really getting a fine collection of BIG machines now.

Brian in PA

10-09-2011, 11:05 PM

WHOA!!!!!!! That is gonna be bad to the bone Trav!

Brian

doodlebug

10-09-2011, 11:18 PM

fhhhstix

10-10-2011, 07:57 PM

Hey Travis, I see track's in the background, are you building Cat beadless tire's?
http://classicconstructionmodels.blogspot.com/2011/03/992c-beadless-tire-configuration.html
http://www.ritchieequipment.com/Parts/CAT_992B_BEADLESS%20TIRES.html
Great start! Later, Neil#2 aka doodlebug

No the tracks are for my dozer I am building but that build has come to a screeching halt till I find a set of the drive sprockets for the Stahl dozer or loader. I tried some sprockets from standard chain but I think it may be a metric pitch.:(

Travis

doodlebug

10-10-2011, 10:06 PM

Hey Travis, is this website any help? http://store.ametric.com/s-367-metric.aspx?gclid=CMjvzJfG36sCFSVpgwodYQbpPg Metric is in there name.
Later, Neil.

fhhhstix

10-10-2011, 10:17 PM

Thanks doodlebug I will have to give them a call.

Travis

td9clyde

10-11-2011, 06:55 PM

No the tracks are for my dozer I am building but that build has come to a screeching halt till I find a set of the drive sprockets for the Stahl dozer or loader. I tried some sprockets from standard chain but I think it may be a metric pitch.:(

Travis

don't give up there use one off your loader and start drilling and then cut the holes out and put in the center hole or bolt patern

ihbuilder

10-19-2011, 07:06 PM

is it done yet :confused::p hey look what I found in my shop today :cool:I think they will look better then the mamoth 1's you got . just a thought :p

http://i830.photobucket.com/albums/zz230/ihbuilder/PIC_1547.jpg

fhhhstix

10-19-2011, 07:47 PM

Looks good Steve.:D

ihbuilder

10-27-2011, 07:04 PM

I hope so :eek::p

http://i830.photobucket.com/albums/zz230/ihbuilder/PIC_1567.jpg

fhhhstix

10-27-2011, 07:27 PM

You are the man Steve fantastic job.

Travis

td9clyde

10-27-2011, 07:35 PM

now to just see this thing in person and all together very nice work fella's

fhhhstix

11-04-2011, 07:37 PM

I have the new rims on the loader and I must say they are the nicer than the rest of it.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1093.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1096.jpg

Thanks to Steve for the rims and everybody for taking a look.
Travis

Izzy

11-04-2011, 10:03 PM

Wow - they are sharp! They look bigger - are they??

fhhhstix

11-04-2011, 10:07 PM

Wow - they are sharp! They look bigger - are they??

Thanks they are just a tad bigger to make the tires fit tight on the beads.

Travis

Lil Giants

11-04-2011, 11:49 PM

Is it a bead lock rim/wheel?

ihbuilder

11-05-2011, 07:44 AM

Is it a bead lock rim/wheel?

Joe , no , they're just a few 1000th over on the dia.

FreddyGearDrive

11-05-2011, 08:45 AM

Nice job Steve. They look right on the money!
FGD

td9clyde

11-05-2011, 08:05 PM

awsome work guys can't wait to see this project in person hadda work 12 on a saturday

rcguyfarms

11-05-2011, 10:29 PM

Have you done any work on the loader arm lift design? I just fabricated one on the track loader and spent all day adjusting it.

fhhhstix

11-12-2011, 10:30 PM

Thanks for the comments. Scott I should know tomorrow how it works but I am optimistic as I am copying the pivot points on the real machine. Here are some update pics from today's progress.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1097.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1098.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1099.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1100.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1101.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1102.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1104.jpg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

cummingsman29

11-12-2011, 11:00 PM

Travis you are the man! That is awesome!

fhhhstix

11-12-2011, 11:15 PM

Thanks Donny long time no see, good to see your still around.:)

Travis

rockNmayhem

11-13-2011, 12:29 AM

Travis the loader is looking great. Lookin very clean as always. Can't wait for that next update.

Tyler

FreddyGearDrive

11-13-2011, 07:40 PM

RCLogger

11-13-2011, 09:34 PM

Great job Travis
Looking forward to seeing it in the dirt..

greg

fhhhstix

11-13-2011, 09:45 PM

Geeze...... Fiddle! You need me to send you a leaf blower so you can blow the dust off this build bench queen??
Then maybe we can see some progress on this thing becides Stevies pretty rims.
Man! I'm begin'in to think I'm not gunna live long enough to see this thing in the dirt.:eek: & I ain't talkin the landfill,via the garbage truck!:rolleyes:
FGD
C'mon Grandma! Let's get the lead out!:p:D:D

I bet I get this thing done before you get that skidder done you have been working on for a year and a half.:p:p:D:D This thing is scratch built its not like I just through a couple arms on a tractor and drove it backwards.:p:D

Hmmmm what about that boom truck, dually, or the Atlas moving truck. Did you ever get the bugs worked out of old Big Bud.:p:p:D:D

What your old lady got your jewels locked up so you had come on here busting mine.:D:D

Travis

Brian in PA

11-13-2011, 11:29 PM

You know Trav, you should be making patterns and selling kits:D:D

Brian

RCTech9

01-03-2012, 01:34 AM

We need a Update!

fhhhstix

03-17-2012, 11:34 PM

Well I now have most of the hyd components to get this build operating. I now just need to order the fittings and hose on Monday then I can see if this thing is going to work.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1381.jpg

Valves

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1382.jpg

Pump

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1383.jpg

Cylinders

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1384.jpg

Here is a pic of the fitting style I will be using, made by EATON called Push>Connect. The hose used with this style connector has a WP of 250PSI and BP of 1000PSI

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1385.jpg

Travis

Lil Giants

03-18-2012, 04:45 PM

fhhhstix

03-18-2012, 05:07 PM

Your cyls are all 16mm dia?

Not sure what this is, never heard of it before.. some detail pics of its installation would be great Travis.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_1385.jpg

Yes both the lift and tilt cyls are 16mm which is close to scale for the real loader.

The fittings will be way overkill but they are much easier to work with and are available at my local hyd shop. They are real similar to the push connectors used for air lines in semi's but these are metal and designed to work with liquids.

Travis

td9clyde

03-30-2012, 04:31 AM

nice purchase! can't wait to see this loader moving and running

fhhhstix

10-20-2013, 02:25 PM

Here are some update pics and a short video of the loader. Izzy came down for a visit and I had all of the parts for the hydraulics so we finished up the loader part of the machine. Now I just have to build the body parts and paint it. We did try it out in the sandbox and it did real well for a machine with no cutting edge, just a blunt edge on a 1/8 in piece of plate and no counter weight.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_2279_zpsb3ba00fd.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_2280_zps62f0c8e2.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_2281_zps2e6f70d0.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_2282_zpsab75a41b.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_2283_zps49d5b52e.jpg

Here is a short video.

http://youtu.be/T1_sSYzdoLg

Thanks for looking.
Travis

Lil Giants

10-20-2013, 02:54 PM

Good to see you making headway on this Travis.

Your bucket dump articulation looks limited at low height... some re engineering needed there?

fhhhstix

10-20-2013, 03:14 PM

Good to see you making headway on this Travis.

Your bucket dump articulation looks limited at low height... some re engineering needed there?

Thanks Joe, no the articulation is good at both boom up and down. I was just trying to keep the bucket level in the video. I will get some pics of it in both positions. Youtube has been a pain to upload to today.

Travis

fhhhstix

10-20-2013, 04:48 PM

About 1/3 up.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_2284_zps735a6e90.jpg

Almost all the way up at 11 1/2in from the cutting edge to the table. The loader has enough height to clear the mammoth by 1in with the bucket tipped down.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss185/brokenb4/988F%20Wheel%20Loader/100_2285_zps228d57f8.jpg

Travis

TRUCKMAKER

10-20-2013, 05:02 PM

fhhhstix

10-20-2013, 05:05 PM

Looks good Travis, I forgot all about this animal, hope you get to stay with it this time and finish it! Maybe the big guy can get it done for you, you do have him building trucks for you by now, right?

Thanks I plan to keep at it and get it done. No he is just driving them for me when he can.

Travis

RCP57

10-20-2013, 05:50 PM

Looks really good! I'm guessing you will be putting a cutting edge or teeth on the bucket at some point?

Stuff

10-20-2013, 06:59 PM

wow looks awesome!

fhhhstix

10-20-2013, 07:27 PM

Looks really good! I'm guessing you will be putting a cutting edge or teeth on the bucket at some point?

Thanks and yes I plan on making a cutting edge and I even have the right bolts for it in 3MM. I also have plans for an overflow backrest for the top of the bucket as well.

wow looks awesome!

Thanks and I owe a big thanks to Izzy for coming down this week end and working on it. Izzy mounted the pump, valves, filter and bucket cylinders. Even though I had some of the parts made for the bucket linkage Izzy spent some time finishing those parts and making the rest.

Travis