D11 New Project

[titandigs]

Hi Guys, I have just started this project so I thought I would give some video and pictures during the build. This video is the start of machining the track links.
Paul

http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/th_20110924101616.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/?action=view&current=20110924101616.mp4)

[JensR]

I get the impression that is going to be one serious build!
Where's my popcorn?!
:D

[pugs]

Whats the scale going to be?

[tc1cat]

Nice start! Are you doing this at home or where you work? Would love to have that mill at home :D

[titandigs]

The scale is 1/15 and I am lucky enough to have a brother inlaw who has this fantastic workshop. Not to sure on how long it will take as it has to fit in with real work. He Is the one without the hat.
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[ihbuilder]

:eek:I don't think it'll take you that long Can I come down and play in that shop ? I see some machines that'll really help me out :D . I'll be watching ;)

[titandigs]

Yeah a great set up but we will be building three at the same time, two for remote and one as static. It's a long way to travel if you want to play down under.
Paul

[Trucker47]

Wow beautiful shop! im sure your brother never gets bored with all those machines.

Chris

[Panther F]

VERY COOL project but WOW :eek: what a shop to work out of! Must be nice!

Keep up the good work. :D


~ Jeff

[tc1cat]

Okumas:eek::eek::eek: I have been running them for 25 years! I might just have to beat Steve down there so I can play:rolleyes: It won't take that long to make the D11 with those at your disposal:D

[Lil Giants]

Nifty! :cool:

You gonna design/build your own hyd systems too?

[Blender]

I was scared as heck watching the head come down. The guy saying "don't crash don't crash" wasn't helping. This is going to be a fantastic build.

[ihbuilder]

Okumas:eek::eek::eek: I have been running them for 25 years! I might just have to beat Steve down there so I can play:rolleyes: It won't take that long to make the D11 with those at your disposal:D

Say Lynn , you want to split the air fare ?:D:p

I was scared as heck watching the head come down. The guy saying "don't crash don't crash" wasn't helping. This is going to be a fantastic build.

thats what I've been saying with mine before I figure out why it crashed everytime it finished :eek: the cam writen program sent the head to the table before it shut off :confused: well a little edit now and no more crashy :)

[titandigs]

:)Hi Lil Giants, sorry I can't remember your name its been a while. The hydraulic system will consist of the Leimbach pump and valves from my 345d and the cylinders will be self made. I need more valves for the 345d because of the new quick release so I will put new equipment into that.

[dirtpusher9]

I've been waiting for you to start this we talked that time . The rails look great, but 3 dozers at a time. WOW.

[titandigs]

Hi Joe long time, great to hear from you
Yes while the machines are set to run a program it just takes a little longer to make three, but they will all be the same. The workshop also has a foundery for casting ali and bronze and the thought at the moment is to cast the cab and body? and then put them in the CNC machining centre to shape them to size

[tc1cat]

I have to ask. Doesn't the shop have a metal cutting bandsaw??? With all of that expensive equipment, they have to have some kind of powered saw. :eek: Even in my meager shop, I have a metal cutting bandsaw :eek:.

[9W Monighan]

I have to ask. Doesn't the shop have a metal cutting bandsaw??? With all of that expensive equipment, they have to have some kind of powered saw. :eek: Even in my meager shop, I have a metal cutting bandsaw :eek:.

In todays world nobody keeps their hand work skills up.:p I think he just wanted to do that and get some exercise in the process:D
All kidding aside, It looks like you got those track links down pat. One thing I would have tried to do is,machine the two holes or web in the sides of the links if possible. Can't wait to see some grousers spitting out of that machining center.
The casting of the outer body is a interesting idea. Maybe you have a product to sell down the road as a whole D11 kit.;)

[titandigs]

Yes indeed there are a couple of powered saws, but not a band saw. The problem with the powered saw is it has two sets of jaws and the pieces to be cut off are just short of the second set, so when the blade comes through it jams the track link back into the blade we lost one trying so we cut them off by hand:( Iam not sure what you mean about (One thing I would have tried to do is,machine the two holes or web in the sides of the links if possible.) Unless you are talking about the side view of the links?
Paul

[9W Monighan]

Yes indeed there are a couple of powered saws, but not a band saw. The problem with the powered saw is it has two sets of jaws and the pieces to be cut off are just short of the second set, so when the blade comes through it jams the track link back into the blade we lost one trying so we cut them off by hand:( Iam not sure what you mean about (One thing I would have tried to do is,machine the two holes or web in the sides of the links if possible.) Unless you are talking about the side view of the links?
Paul

I know what you mean about your chop saw and pieces getting caught between the jaws. Yes a band saw would help speed the process.
Here is a picture of what I was trying to describe. These holes are for the nut that holds the grouser plates.
With that nice machining center and 4th rotary axis it would be a breeze to mill those two pockets.
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[titandigs]

Yes ok we looked at that but thought that the cutter would give a round finish and not give the nut enough to hold onto. The way we have done it should give maximum strength. Maybe if there is any interest in the finished model the next round could have this detail, but at this stage the three machines are for us to play with.:)

[td9clyde]

i have a question if all those peices are the rail links how do they go together your going to have to cut more out right? on each end i may have missed that and sory if i did but keep up the great work

[titandigs]

Yes very observant :)the next op will take out the extra material, we have got two pieces together (proto type) I will take a photo and put it up now.
These were the first links and track plates out of the machines, so the real thing will have a better fit and look.
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[9W Monighan]

Will there be a bushing on the short side for the pin to pass through? I like the start of those grousers. Will you drill and tap blind holes to mount them? Put a scale next to them so we can get a feel for the size of your tracks.

[titandigs]

If you have a look on page one, in the carboard box you will see the mounting holes for the track plates and the extra two holes are for holding the pin in place.
The track plates will be 61mm long based on a 36inch 1.1

[9W Monighan]

OPPS, I missed those holes:o I was noticing the Red Bull drink box. I guess that stuff is world wide. My kid drinks all that stuff. I'm afraid of it:D
2.40'' wide tracks, That will look really good.

[tc1cat]

Any thought of adding a full radius keyway cutter to your 1st op on the track links so you don't have to mill the inside ends of the track links for clearance in a 2nd op?? Like I said, I have been running 4 axis Okumas for over 20 years and know a lot of short cuts!! Also, you might want to look into fine-tooth roughing cutters to hog out most of the material on the track plates. Looks like you used 1 on 1 end of a track plate??

Just some ideas:):)

[titandigs]

:)I think by the end of tomorow the links for the three machines will be finished so we will just plod on then we will look at the track plates.

[td9clyde]

nice work i like your final peice's looks good to me

[ihbuilder]

Pual , the plates look good :) I was thinking of making the 1's for my TD40 in 1 piece , but seing how yours are coming out ;) I think I just change my mind , although I only got a 3 axis :confused: so , I'll just attack it differently :)

[cbazq271]

I see you said you are making 3 dozers at once. Are you planning on selling these or are they being made just for yourself?

[titandigs]

The scale is 1/15 and the three dozers will be one for me one for my nephew and the last for my brother-inlaw. Who knows if they turn out ok and there is interest a kit could be possible, but its not on the list of things to do as the time involved is huge

[Vanisle]

Nice work on the links! Good to see someone that can move things along.

[titandigs]

The track plates are now all finished, so now the long job of fitting
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[titandigs]

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[tc1cat]

I can only dream of having an Okuma to play with in my shop. Looks like you have everything well in hand:D:D

[Brel]

I can only dream of having a fully equipped workshop LOL

Nice work on the machining of the tracks

going to follow this build with interest and envy at the same time LOL

[9W Monighan]

Those turned out really nice. Did you make the grousers one at a time or machine a longer strip then cut to proper length?

[Azonic]

Very nice, love these builds!

[kerst]

very nice work! Inspiring!

Kerst

[gipicarto]

Hi Titan,

my compliments, your is nice and great work.

Bye

[Espeefan]

Wow..... another Cat D11! Just look at that shop too! Good grief, you guys have a great place to build anything you wish. Very cool. Tracks look great, as I am sure the rest of the model will be too! Awesome. Keep up the progress. I can never get enough of these builds.

[titandigs]

A couple of hours fitting today gets the first track assembly for the first D11. The drive gear is a spare from my Wedico 345D and is only for the photo.
Paul.

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[Brian in PA]

WOW!!! Simply amazing detail!

Brian

[crawler07]

crazy,,,,,these tracks could be a build thread in them selves!!

[dirtpusher9]

The pads and rails look really good, Paul. I'm glad it's you and not me though.lol I didn't think I was ever going to get through with just 82 of them.

[titandigs]

Ok so the end of a public holiday long week end and the second set of track plates are fitted. Only 164 pieces to go:confused::confused:

(9w monighan) sorry I don't know your name the track plates were machined from a 2 foot length of material and parted off by the cnc mill.

Thanks to all for your good comments,Paul

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[td9clyde]

looks good very nice work

[titandigs]

Hi Guys, Its been a while but here is the latest photos.
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Paul

[titandigs]

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[trucker n]

i want one:D

[Azonic]

X2! I take one! :)

This will be a good one!

[titandigs]

Hi Tim no It won't be finished for xmas but maybe by March

[tc1cat]

Impressive!!! Are you going to build a special trailer to haul them around in:rolleyes::rolleyes:?? Those dozers are going to be a little on the large size:D

[Espeefan]

Wow. It looks great! Looks like you are building more then one?

[titandigs]

I have a wedico float but it wont be up for the job, with the excavator on you can see it flex between the top and bottom deck. So a new trailer will be needed.
Espeefan, yes three in total.:o

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[pigeonfarmboy]

Espeefan, yes three in total.:o

Awww he's building one for me... :p

[elliot330]

Awww he's building one for me... :p

and me :p

[titandigs]

Hi Guys, another day in the workshop today.



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Paul

[mack kid]

Love it. amazing work. your tracks are such a perfect fit. my guess working at the drawings paid off. I am waiting to see whats drive your using. great job keep pics coming.

[9W Monighan]

Very nice. Lots of parts to make in a undercarriage.

[Azonic]

Very nice, cant wait for more! Keep it up!

[B-Train Hauler]

Love your machining skills, great job!

[titandigs]

Hi Guys here are a couple of photos of the track rollers, they were done in the CNC Lathe with a bar feeder to make the process faster.
The first photo shows the material in the chuck.
Paul:)
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[Azonic]

Amazing!

[titandigs]

This is the latest update for the project, the cab still has more parts to be made
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[tc1cat]

Really starting to look like a dozer now:eek: My only concern with the tracks is that there is no allowance for dirt between the individual track links. Looks like a good place for things to bind up.

[titandigs]

Yeah, we will try as it is and if its a big problem will remake the track plates. As it is shown in the last pictures it is not set for running, only a mock up.
Paul

[mack kid]

was wondering how you were doing. looks good.

[Snochaser]

Another righteous machinist build!

[titandigs]

This is the first template for the side tanks, Iam sure it will look different in steel.
Paul
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[zookpower]

wow love your work

[titandigs]

So things are moving along again busy in the shop with real work, toy time again.:):):)
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[titandigs]

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[aussietruckerguy]

amazing work !! well done ant wait to see the finished product

[Azonic]

Wow! Great progress!

[Espeefan]

Wow, the main frame is a thing of beauty! What do you plan to power this beast? Please keep the updates coming.

[titandigs]

As I have said before three of these are being made at the same time. Here is a shot of them at this stage of construction. 12/5/2012:)
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[titandigs]

I had to take it to the club for show and tell today. I think I may need a bigger trailer, at the moment it comes in at 10kg

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[tc1cat]

:eek::eek: Now that gives you a view of just how massive these beasts will be! Your trailer might work OK but with some up grades:D I like your idea of new trailer though. Just 1 more thing to build:rolleyes::rolleyes:

[Ruffazz Express]

As I have said before three of these are being made at the same time. Here is a shot of them at this stage of construction. 12/5/2012:)
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Hey paul are all three of the D11 s going to play in the club sand pit if so
i think we should have made it BIGGER you are doing a great job on these
mate i was spechless seeing it in the flesh :D:D:D:D

[titandigs]

He brad the plan is to have them all together at the same time pushing up dirt in the new pit, should make a good video?

[Azonic]

Man that looks good, they are huge and your machine work is awesome, cant wait for more!

[titandigs]

This is one of the construction photos of our bigger sand pit for our 3x d11 when complete 5x wheel loaders completed and 3x excavators completed and many tippers completed so the expansion for the second pit will start now

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[titandigs]

A small update on the running gear

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Thanks for looking
Paul :)

[doodlebug]

Nice progress Paul! Keep it up:D:D:D

Cheer's, Neil.

[Hemi1966]

Looking good mate :D:D

[titandigs]

The side arms are now finished, only need to put some steps on them.
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Thanks for looking, Paul

[kerst]

WOW! Beautiful work!

Kerst

[Azonic]

Looks amazing!

Whats the weight of it as of now?

[titandigs]

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I had some Cat Yellow laying around so I thought I would give it a lick.
Hopfully in the comming weeks one should be ready for a motorized roll test:confused:.

At the moment the weight comes in at 11.5kg

[rc entreprenøren]

Are there a reasen sins you build three ...are you going to sell any.????

[titandigs]

One for me, one for the Nephew and one for the Brother inlaw.

[rc_farmer]

Beautiful work, cant wait to see them pshing some dirt!

[Grainfarmer]

Whow! Great job! :eek:

[dabears]

OOOOH big tease painting the one arm....... I cant wait to see a vid of one rolling!

[Lil Giants]

The shape of the track arm is a little bit different in your latest pics than earlier, did you redo them all?

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[Espeefan]

Incredible work! I want one too. Can you make a 4th? :D

[RCTech9]

Nice work!!! Cant wait to see these 3 finished.

[titandigs]

The shape of the track arm is a little bit different in your latest pics than earlier, did you redo them all?

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Yeah Hi Joe,
The track arms still need to have the profile shapes added so they will have a few more ops in the machine before they are finished.
Paul

[titandigs]

Incredible work! I want one too. Can you make a 4th? :D

Three has taken so long and iam sure I have less hair now than when they were started:(

[JAMMER]

You are doing a great job now how do I get one?

[Lil Giants]

Paul is not in the commercial market.
But I can tell you there will be two different dozers surfacing soon for the consumer, one in the D11 range & the other a generic D7 or 8, both are hi-tracks... ;)

Great work Paul, looking forward to more updates. :cool:

[Azonic]

Great progress, keep it up! :)

Joe: I also think Premacon is working on a Liebherr dozer as well, so hopefully 3 new on the market then.

[titandigs]

Its been a while but here is an update, the track links are being changed to look more like 1to 1. Its a lot more work, another 500 pieces:confused:, if you look at the past photos you will see the difference. These three pieces are just for set up. Paul.
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[titandigs]

More work this week on the links and side frames, as you can see more detail is coming.
Paul
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[Lil Giants]

When you started this project, did you think you might have been done by now? :D

[titandigs]

Hey Joe are you kidding, I thought 6 months would have been enough:cop: Boy was I wrong:( I think the next parts will be the blade, this will be machined out then pressed and the fittings on the back will be welded by TIG

[ap40rocktruck]

Oh my, words are just not enough. This is just amazing to see the steps & progress on such a fantastic build x 3.:jaw::jaw::jaw::jaw::jaw::jaw::jaw:

On the need for a bigger trailer, it would seem only fitting that you build a few Drake units to haul these massive models.

Ap40rocktruck

[tracksntreadslou]

Hey Paul Nice work ..I really like the new track lnks ..Having the holes will help with the tapping as well not having blind holes ..did you have to make a jig to do all that drilling ..Well done

[woodhog]

Hey Paul,I think i have figured out why you have the undercarriage assembled then take it apart to machine more details!! Its because you are admiring this amazing piece of artwork,and maybe a good paperweight:D Very nice workmanship;)

[titandigs]

Oh my, words are just not enough. This is just amazing to see the steps & progress on such a fantastic build x 3.:jaw::jaw::jaw::jaw::jaw::jaw::jaw:

On the need for a bigger trailer, it would seem only fitting that you build a few Drake units to haul these massive models.

Ap40rocktruck

Thanks a lot I am guessing the trailers will be next but I am in no hurry to think about the next project, it will be nice to see them rolling.:bounce:
Paul

[titandigs]

Hey Paul Nice work ..I really like the new track lnks ..Having the holes will help with the tapping as well not having blind holes ..did you have to make a jig to do all that drilling ..Well done

No jig required for the drilling as all of the holes and tapping are done on a CNC :)

[titandigs]

Hey Paul,I think i have figured out why you have the undercarriage assembled then take it apart to machine more details!! Its because you are admiring this amazing piece of artwork,and maybe a good paperweight:D Very nice workmanship;)

Thank you it gets better to look at as time goes on, but I can't wait to see in the dirt pushing.

[titandigs]

One more update with a trial of the blade in steel, I think the final will be in ali.
Paul
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[Bigrigger]

This is one killer build! I'm loving the progress! Can't wait for more pics! :D

[titandigs]

Another morning in the works shop and you can now see the side arms are attached, just need to fit some end caps to hold them on. The mockup connection to the blade and a few other things should happen this week.
Paul
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_1021_zpsc850a788.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_1021_zpsc850a788.jpg.html)
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[tracksntreadslou]

Looking great Paul..with you standing next to that brute it really puts things into perspective ..Its gona have some pushing power and you better have a big pile of dirt to move ..cant wait to see this thing roll

[Espeefan]

A pure work of art! The tracks, track frames, blade arms, and blade look really nice, and it's not even done yet. Looking forward to the updates. Please keep them coming!

[grumpygrady]

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Another morning in the works shop


what is the works shop? one of the rent a space hobby shops ?

[JAMMER]

Paul you are making good head way with the dozer and it looks real good. Ed

[titandigs]

Looking great Paul..with you standing next to that brute it really puts things into perspective ..Its gona have some pushing power and you better have a big pile of dirt to move ..cant wait to see this thing roll

I have to say that is my Brother in-law in the photo but yes it looks bigger now.

[titandigs]

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Another morning in the works shop


what is the works shop? one of the rent a space hobby shops ?

This work shop belongs to my brother in-law Robert, If you look at the early posts you can see a lot of the CNC machines used to create these three machines
(D11)

[titandigs]

Paul you are making good head way with the dozer and it looks real good. Ed

Thanks Ed, more work is being done this week, we have a full weekend show at the end of this week and so the push is on to get more detail to show at the Perth Truck And Trailer Show. It will go on display as under construction to show that our models are hand made as well as purchased kits.
Paul

[buzzy16]

Wow! This build is amazing, you really are doing a great job with this dozed, I hope one day to have the tools and patience to do a build like this, but for now I'll just keep an eye on this awesome build. Keep up the great work.

Buzzy

[titandigs]

Here is a photo of the Cab beginnings and oil tank.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo4_zpsf177906b.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo4_zpsf177906b.jpg.html)
Paul

[dirtpusher9]

Paul, it looks like your going to knock this one out of the park. I wish I would have had CNC when I built my dozer but then again I'm not smart enough to figure out how to use it. Great job, looking forward to more.

[grumpygrady]

This work shop belongs to my brother in-law Robert, If you look at the early posts you can see a lot of the CNC machines used to create these three machines
(D11)

cool ,I saw the machines in the other posts and was just wondering if it was a rental place .
you have a great place to do this at

[Kingston_99]

i been wondering what happening to this beast. glad to see progress is still going on. keep it up boys

[titandigs]

Here are some more shots of the undercarriage from the last week or so.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/IMG_4698_zpsdd1c1555.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/IMG_4698_zpsdd1c1555.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/IMG_4694_zpse69c7cc6.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/IMG_4694_zpse69c7cc6.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/IMG_4688_zps87441baf.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/IMG_4688_zps87441baf.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/IMG_4686_zps97706e33.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/IMG_4686_zps97706e33.jpg.html)

Paul

[Rvjimd]

Very cool!:):)

Jim

[JAMMER]

Paul the undercarriage and the idlers look great keep up the good work. Ed

[plow jockey]

Awesome work!! Your a true craftsmen!!!

[Espeefan]

That's nice. It looks very exact. Do you have a set of blueprints you are working from, to build to scale?

[titandigs]

That's nice. It looks very exact. Do you have a set of blueprints you are working from, to build to scale?
The original plans that we got were for a static model:confused: ( this was not known at the time). The plans came from the net. The problem was, when one part was made the next part did not fit to it and allow it to run:mad:
A lot of work was needed on the drawings by a couple of talented guys Robert and Alex to make this project come together.

[titandigs]

The next parts to be made is the rear ripper frame, there was 2 operations for what you see now. There is another 5 operations to finish this part.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo9_zpsc70ab832.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo9_zpsc70ab832.jpg.html)

[titandigs]

Here is the latest update from the last week or two.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo31_zps94912118.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo31_zps94912118.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo41_zpsaaa3096d.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo41_zpsaaa3096d.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo22_zps679c1e86.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo22_zps679c1e86.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo11_zps08d8082b.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo11_zps08d8082b.jpg.html)

Paul

[petermoblin]

I know this has probably been said over and over again, but this dozer is amazing! Some really good engineering going into this biuld. Can't wait to see more!

[Espeefan]

Ah, those are some great looking parts! I'd love to have the ability to machine things like this! I need CNC!

[titandigs]

Here is another shot of the ripper, Hopefully this gives a better idea of size. Thanks for all of the good comments.:)
Paul
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/Ripper_zpsdfbe82f1.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/Ripper_zpsdfbe82f1.jpg.html)

[JAMMER]

Paul one word fit it ( HUGE ) and very nice work. Ed

[Azonic]

That was a lot bigger then i thought it was, **** this machine must be huge when done, great work!!

[titandigs]

Some more detail is being completed now with the high track idler and the recessing of the drive gear to take the new bolts.
The motor mounts should be complete in a week or so, then the long awaited motor test.:bounce:
Paul
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo11_zps10e8de1e.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo11_zps10e8de1e.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo10_zps4f7e67b2.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo10_zps4f7e67b2.jpg.html)

[egronvold]

It looks very good, and durable as well!

[Azonic]

Amazing work and details, can't wait to see it moving! :)

[apfubar]

Drool!

[Kingcam2]

Looking good titandigs, when you finish it and then if you want to make it into kit to sell, I would buy one off you?

regards From Cameron.

[titandigs]

The dozer may well be made into a kit or pre assembled but it would depend on the level of interest. Having said that there is a long way to go before completion of these three units and a lot of testing (fun).
Paul

[apfubar]

Mature response: Drool.... dribbling appropriately....

[Ramon]

Hi Paul,
Nice work, I saw them in Robert's workshop yesterday, they become more impressif ever time. looking forwart to see them moving.

[JAMMER]

Hello Paul very impressive job and the size is great, the only thing I need to know is HOW LONG BEFORE I GET MINE? Ed

[Fierce Hitachi]

I'd register interest, either kit or RTR

[titandigs]

So work has started on the motor mounts, squaring up and proper alignment will follow.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo51_zpsd8e245e4.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo51_zpsd8e245e4.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo54_zpsf860c697.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo54_zpsf860c697.jpg.html)
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[Espeefan]

I'd be interested to see this become a kit as well. That ripper is huge! I didn't think it was that big. That's impressive. Of course a 1:1 scale D11 is a monster too, so it's not that much of a surprise to see it takes two hands to hold the ripper.

What kind of motors are those? 12 volt?

[titandigs]

I'd be interested to see this become a kit as well. That ripper is huge! I didn't think it was that big. That's impressive. Of course a 1:1 scale D11 is a monster too, so it's not that much of a surprise to see it takes two hands to hold the ripper.

What kind of motors are those? 12 volt?

Yes it is getting bigger it's not until you see the material to be machined you get a better idea of the size.
I will re weigh the machine soon to find out where is at for weight and put it up on a Wedico float to put the size of it into prospective.
The motors came from a friend in Germany.
They are a worm drive unit and are 12 volt, from memory they do about 21 rpm and stall at about 7 amps so they should be strong enough to do what we want without breaking the drive line inside with to much power.
Testing will tell.
Paul

[Espeefan]

Sounds interesting Paul. 7 amps is pretty low current draw, but with two motors, I guess you're up to 14 amps, stall current. That's still not bad.

[titandigs]

Sounds interesting Paul. 7 amps is pretty low current draw, but with two motors, I guess you're up to 14 amps, stall current. That's still not bad.

I dug out the spec sheet and found that my memory must be fading:(, the motors max current is 9amps and do 60RPM, a little better than I remembered.
Paul

[apfubar]

Paul,

Quick Q: Are you planning on powering the motors with ESC's?

I think it will be interesting to see how the Wedico float copes... I haven't seen one in person to get a feeling for how strong they are... but I have a feeling this model will push the limits of most 1.14 floats...

Cheers,
Andrew P.

[titandigs]

Paul,

Quick Q: Are you planning on powering the motors with ESC's?

I think it will be interesting to see how the Wedico float copes... I haven't seen one in person to get a feeling for how strong they are... but I have a feeling this model will push the limits of most 1.14 floats...

Cheers,
Andrew P.

Hi Andrew,
The speed controller I will be using is a Servonaut M220 for tracked models.
I think to be honest the Wedico float will die a crushing death but will put it on to have a look anyway. One of the guys here in Perth has an RC4WD trailer and I think they are rated to about 80kg

[ptebbe]

Amazing build...keep the photos coming! P

[titandigs]

Things are still moving in the right direction motor testing is not far away now.:bounce:
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo130_zps5130cf49.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo130_zps5130cf49.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/200_zps6e335e53.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/200_zps6e335e53.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/66_zps7a0c44b1.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/66_zps7a0c44b1.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/444_zpsd3a55f30.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/444_zpsd3a55f30.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/5555_zps72ffeb8e.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/5555_zps72ffeb8e.jpg.html)

[titandigs]

Today we was able to hook up the speed controller to do a small motor drive test. Maybe next week a rolling test?
Thanks for looking- Paul
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_MrUgwWjKM

[JAMMER]

Great job Paul can't wait to see it rolling. Ed

[Espeefan]

Very nice! The motor and drivetrain seems virtually silent and is as smooth as can be.

[titandigs]

The latest update is the start of the back plate to the chassis.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/333333_zps4e1c4639.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/333333_zps4e1c4639.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/5555555_zps61661886.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/5555555_zps61661886.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/222222_zpsc97b627b.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/222222_zpsc97b627b.jpg.html)

[titandigs]

Ok It's been a long time coming but this week it runs for the first time.:)
I think the sealed battery used is not suitable, I will continue to test the drive system with other types of batteries (Lipo)
Hope you enjoy it as much as I did driving.:bounce:
http://youtu.be/l9dH5UJLsu4?t=1s

[RCP57]

That's looking really great! Will it spin the tracks on carpet or have you even had time to test it's strength?

Keep up the great work!

[Ramon]

Nice work Paul, looking forwart to see this beast pushing dirt.

[titandigs]

That's looking really great! Will it spin the tracks on carpet or have you even had time to test it's strength?

Keep up the great work!

Thanks for the good comments,
Trying to get it to turn on the spot is a problem at the moment.
12v at the battery and after the servonaut m220 only 8.5v at the motors not sure why. any ideas?
Paul

[titandigs]

Here is another vid showing a bit of power pushing a trolley (about 40kg) on concrete.
The blade weighs nearly 4kg on it's own(steel) and I think this is the issue for turning as when the blade is off turning is no problem. The new blade will be made from ali and will weigh about 1 kg. I also have put a lipo 14.8v battery on board to try to get better performance. Testing continues.

Paul:)
http://youtu.be/Fnvhg-ceUqs

[RCP57]

I'm not sure what would cause the voltage drop. I know that happens with my Volvo occasionally because the slew ring I made doesn't always make good contact but I doubt a wiring connection is your problem. I have learned the hard way though that it takes a tremendous amount of power to turn a heavy model on grass or carpet. You may find that your motors are just not up to snuff. The machine looks awesome though and seems to function perfectly on smooth concrete so I'm sure if you can up the power somehow it will be fantastic!

Reg

[titandigs]

[QUOTE=RCP57;94574]I'm not sure what would cause the voltage drop. I know that happens with my Volvo occasionally because the slew ring I made doesn't always make good contact but I doubt a wiring connection is your problem. I have learned the hard way though that it takes a tremendous amount of power to turn a heavy model on grass or carpet. You may find that your motors are just not up to snuff. The machine looks awesome though and seems to function perfectly on smooth concrete so I'm sure if you can up the power somehow it will be fantastic!

Thanks Reg,
I now have 4s lipo and have set the speed controller to 100%, so at full charge on the battery I get 16.3v. This has made a big difference. The speed is too fast for scale so a change in gear ratio is coming in the next week or so. I am waiting for a delivery from Germany for some new gears from my friend.
This will make the scale speed better and have a lot more torque.
Here is a new video. Hope you like it.
Paul
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoBAcNjw1-4

[JAMMER]

Hello Paul very nice video. I't a shame you can't put a hi and low speed in your drive system. I believe dirtpusher 9 used drill motors and used the hi and low system from them and from what I seen it worked great. LilGiants Joe has the dozer now. That way you would have the fast speed when traveling and a low speed when pushing. Ed

[RCP57]

Looking good! Looks like you need to get some wear on those tracks so that they hang a little more...sounds like a great excuse to run the **** out of it to me! I'm sure the gearing change will get you right where you want to be. Keep posting updates!

[apfubar]

Looking great Paul...

It will be interesting to see what the gearing reduction brings... If the current gearing running at 100% is comparable to the travel speed, then I would be tempted to leave it... and see if the power is enough at lower speeds.

Either way it is looking great and I will have to make the trip over when it's finished and see it in the flesh!

Cheers,
AP

[Espeefan]

Awesome! It moves under it's own power. Very satisfying!

[Fierce Hitachi]

This is fantastic pal. I'd love to own one of these!! Dont have the skill to build one unfortunately.

[titandigs]

Hi Paul,

I am a big fan of your project and I really enjoy watching the :update:.

The machine looks great itself :bounce: but I'll suggest that you invest a bit more on motors, i.e. you might want to consider brushless and increase your gear reduction ratio. If I were you, I will go for 150A ESC, 6S Liop, low KV motors...it woudl be a waste if you don't go for the last mile on such fine machine. The other small suggestion, engine sound is not speed dependent...it stays flat. you can consider to upgrade your sound module in the future. Awesome work! :)

Best regards,
Kevin

Thank you for sharing this with us!
Thanks for looking Kevin,
The gearing on the motors are still under test, new gears are on the way to me now and will provide even more torque than now. At the moment it will push about 30-40kg on concrete so with the change of gears it will be better than that. If I need more pushing power than that I would stop drinking beer for a week:D( maybe not: ) The speed controller is a SMX from Servonaut, can you please let me know of another to upgrade to as this is the only type I know of.
Paul

[titandigs]

Hi Guys, Here is a small update on the hydraulic cylinders.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/D11Rams2_zpsa3891aac.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/D11Rams2_zpsa3891aac.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/D11Rams_zps526818a1.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/D11Rams_zps526818a1.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/D11Rams3_zpsb3d39664.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/D11Rams3_zpsb3d39664.jpg.html)


Thanks for looking Paul

[JAMMER]

Paul those are some very nice cylinders and some very nice machining. Ed

[titandigs]

Here is a few more photos of the process,
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0015_zpsed8d481d.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0015_zpsed8d481d.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0016_zpseb1a3a94.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0016_zpseb1a3a94.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0019_zpsd8895ee4.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0019_zpsd8895ee4.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0018_zps634e9545.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0018_zps634e9545.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0021_zps4a4ad1d4.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0021_zps4a4ad1d4.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0022_zpsa8a72b10.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0022_zpsa8a72b10.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0032_zpsb135a406.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0032_zpsb135a406.jpg.html)
Here is a shot of the front grill that still needs bending
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0026_zps652fdd06.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0026_zps652fdd06.jpg.html)
More updates soon , thanks for looking Paul

[Azonic]

Very nice progress, intresting to see pics in the making!

[DADSGARAGE]

Hey Paul....great job on the dozer build or should I say "builds"...looking forward to seeing more !!! ( and yes I finally got on here...LOL )
KP

[Cooper]

I do have to say that this and another build have been the inspiration for me to start on just such a project!! Excellent work, keep posting the progress. If by chance you would be willing to share some of your plans I would be willing to compensate you for them. Did you have a cat manual to go from or just scale model?

[titandigs]

Small update, rear body plate, trany view.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/IMG_20711_zps26c236c8.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/IMG_20711_zps26c236c8.jpg.html)

[thercfreak2012]

wow thats a masterpiece and i used my first piece of macinery a lathe on thursday turning a piece of mild steel

[titandigs]

New update, hydraulic ripper test today and all seems to be ok.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0047_zpse1be6bbb.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0047_zpse1be6bbb.jpg.html)
Here is a video of the ripper in action, more to come soon.
http://youtu.be/bAw-6Jib5_8



Paul

[speedy8305]

love the build

[Espeefan]

It's awesome to see the ripper and hydraulics functioning. What pressure was the pump running at? Those cylinders seem to have enough power to be able to lift the rear of the dozer off it's tracks.

[titandigs]

It's awesome to see the ripper and hydraulics functioning. What pressure was the pump running at? Those cylinders seem to have enough power to be able to lift the rear of the dozer off it's tracks.

The hydraulics are running at 12bar from a leimbach pump that was in my Wedico 345d. With the 16mm cylinders it has enough power for me not to be able to hold back the piston rod by hand.

[DADSGARAGE]

Looking good Paul !!!!

( are you still building all three at the same time??? You should make more...;):D )

[titandigs]

Looking good Paul !!!!

( are you still building all three at the same time??? You should make more...;):D )

All three dozers are at the same stage now, ready for hydraulics. We will finish one completely and iron out any bugs then finish the other two.
Work will see me away from home for a bit so work on the dozer stalls again.

[rc13]

Man, that is a sweet shop to fabricate. I love the dozer, very nice to see the details and the detailed info in this thread. Cant wait to see that first one done. I have a stahl dozer that I am going to make some mods. Nothing like this, but this has at least inspired me to replace the hardware with scale screws.
Thanks,
Eddie

[titandigs]

Hi Eddie,
I also like the Stahl dozer I tried to get one not so long ago through a friend but failed, maybe in the future. When you have done your mods please share some photos.
Paul

[rc13]

Hello. Yes I was fortunate to get my hands on this one. It has been sitting on a shelf with my other machines. It did not have hydraulics when I purchased it. I love hydraulics and my plan was to install hydraulics. But after operating this dozer with this super robust mechanical lift mechanism, I decided to leave it. I was impressed with the power combined with the smooth movements. It has limit switches for the up and down. So no hydraulics in this machine. But It will get some other mods.
It is amazing at all of the dozer talk on this forum. I am so impressed with the details. When I first got into the construction and hyraulic RC, I wasn't much of a dozer fan. But that definitely changed. I guess we just love Dozers!
Thanks,
Eddie

[thercfreak2012]

Nice tracked equipment thing u have as they say the hydraulic conversion converts it to a fully working beast I suggest u put hydraulics in it regards Jake

[titandigs]

#2 now rolls with different gearing a bit slower but more power. Here is a short video.
http://youtu.be/flwBxDadw_c

Paul

[modelman]

Great work on the "triple dozers". The speed of this one looks realistic. Your attention to details places this dozer very high on the great builds list. Looking forward to more progress.

[titandigs]

Great work on the "triple dozers". The speed of this one looks realistic. Your attention to details places this dozer very high on the great builds list. Looking forward to more progress.
Thank you for your kind words
Paul

[titandigs]

Hey Chris,
When all three are done I will give you my address and you can come to Perth and play with one all day:bounce:

[titandigs]

Every day? Can I bring my toys too?

Sure you can, If I had one ready now we could meet in Balladonia on Friday and play as I have a roadtrain load of a Telstra tower to take close by.( Fraser Range)

[LOUIE 379]

Well im in Perth in September , managed to win the VETis worldskills regional and state competition in joinery , yeah i know its weird that i wanna be a diesel mechanic in the near future lol , but im also good at this trade , and the nationals are in Perth , so ill be representing Victoria over there , will you have one of your dozers finished by then ??

[titandigs]

I reckon one should be done, but I thought 6 months would have been enough time. (Shows you how much I know)
Send me a pm when your coming, even if one is not complete you can come and have a look anyway

[LOUIE 379]

Good one Mate, Show them how good we are here in Victoria. You might have to start making model RC transport cases for a living instead. :lol:

Ralph.
aw geez , i guess i could one day do that , my toolbox i now use for my truck stuff is the one that got me into the competition in a way , it was a class project we all had to make and mine stood out from the others was a wooden tool box with dovetail joints holding it together , my teacher gave me the sign up sheet and i got to the nationals , if i come out on top i might be on my way to Germany next year i think , somewhere over seas anyway , for the world competition but im happy:D just to be in the nationals:D representing my state :D

[doodlebug]

aw geez , i guess i could one day do that , my toolbox i now use for my truck stuff is the one that got me into the competition in a way , it was a class project we all had to make and mine stood out from the others was a wooden tool box with dovetail joints holding it together , my teacher gave me the sign up sheet and i got to the nationals , if i come out on top i might be on my way to Germany next year i think , somewhere over seas anyway , for the world competition but im happy:D just to be in the nationals:D representing my state :D

How about some pictures of your fine toolbox :D:D
Cheer's, Neil.

[LOUIE 379]

How about some pictures of your fine toolbox :D:D
Cheer's, Neil.

Im happy to share photos of my toolbox , i will put some photos up in the next couple of days in my thread MY KNIGHT HAULER , because im tied up between restoring my 1947 grey fergie tea20 to sell in a couple of months and buy my first car , gettin ready for school and work so i think I've never been this busy in my life lol, im 17 restoring a tractor 50years older than me , i want to be a diesel mechanic and im really good at wood work , is this normal or what :lol:??????? :lol::lol::lol:

[titandigs]

Hi Guys,
Here is the latest from the last week or so. Soon the tin work start.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iljvBgikUGw

[JAMMER]

Very nice work Paul it seems to work real good. You are getting closer to being finished, have you got all 3 of them to this point? Keep up the good work. Ed

[tc1cat]

:bounce: I think you should be very pleased and proud of these dozers. You are doing what most just dream of. Workmanship on these vehicles is top notch.

[titandigs]

Very nice work Paul it seems to work real good. You are getting closer to being finished, have you got all 3 of them to this point? Keep up the good work. Ed

Thanks Ed, This is #1 ready for tin work and fitting of internals.
#2 is rolling no hydraulics.
#3 can roll ( the drive motors are fitted) but is last on the list.
Once #1 is running and tested more work will start on the other two, all of the hydraulics for the three are here, I think one more speed controller and a couple of transmitters, but just in those few things are $$$$$ :(and the extra time will allow more time to save and test (play) with #1:D.
Paul

[titandigs]

:bounce: I think you should be very pleased and proud of these dozers. You are doing what most just dream of. Workmanship on these vehicles is top notch.

Thank you very much, as you have seen in the build thread photos there are a few different people in the photos doing different things to make these machines come together,(Robert, Mark, Alex, George and Myself) I will pass on your kind words.
Paul

[titandigs]

Here are some new photos that may give a better idea of size,
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0055_zps2c798f2b.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0055_zps2c798f2b.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0058_zps1ffa6ef4.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0058_zps1ffa6ef4.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0062_zpsa01926e9.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0062_zpsa01926e9.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0054_zpsbea92171.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0054_zpsbea92171.jpg.html)

[JAMMER]

Hey Paul thanks for the photos looks great so far keep them coming. Ed

[Stefan]

That's very impressive, Paul! How many kilos?
Stefan

[titandigs]

That's very impressive, Paul! How many kilos?
Stefan

Hi Stefan,
About 20-21kg at the moment.
Also on the weekend have booked and paid the airline tickets to Friedrichshafen (21hr flight) :bounce: so will see you again in November to do more shopping??.

[apfubar]

Hi Stefan,
About 20-21kg at the moment.
Also on the weekend have booked and paid the airline tickets to Friedrichshafen (21hr flight) :bounce: so will see you again in November to do more shopping??.
I wonder what IT(for me) or design fairs(for the missus) are on in Europe around that time... I feel the need for some "research" into European practices... With a modelling sideline, and a trip to Italy (I am a sucker for an Italian sports car or two).

Flight time from Sydney... A similar 20+ hrs...

Ouch.
Ap

[titandigs]

I wonder what IT(for me) or design fairs(for the missus) are on in Europe around that time... I feel the need for some "research" into European practices... With a modelling sideline, and a trip to Italy (I am a sucker for an Italian sports car or two).

Flight time from Sydney... A similar 20+ hrs...

Ouch.
Ap

Hey Andrew,
If you get the missus interested in these shows in Florence we might see you in Germany in November?

5 Trade Fairs in Florence from November 2014
Exhibition calendar with currently 5 trade fairs from November 2014 in Florence. The most common types of trade fairs in Florence are Textiles, Fashion and Clothing Industry. In addition to the current trade fairs, Sights & Attractions in Florence can also be visited.

After Friedrichshafen my Wife and I will be going to tour around Switzerland, Italy, France, Austria and Germany.
Who else is going to Fiedrichshafen in Germany November 2014???

[Lil Giants]

What's the width of the blade?

Thongs in the metal fab shop :confused: is it next to the beach? :lol:

[titandigs]

What's the width of the blade?

Thongs in the metal fab shop :confused: is it next to the beach? :lol:

From memory its about 425mm wide but need to confirm that.

And yes thongs (or so called Chinese safety boots) in a metal shop, after spending all week in boots its good to have the feet out :bounce:
Oh and the beach is only about 15mins away:D
I have now set up a transmitter to enable it to drive and have all of the Hydraulics working, so if there is no work this weekend there maybe a chance to put in the dirt and work it, (fingers crossed)
Paul

[FlyingBeagle]

Joe, When I first read thongs I thought maybe I had missed a picture where he was bent over showing a lot more than just a plumbers crack. Then I realised you were referring to his choice in footware. Us southern folks call those flip flops. For a split second I was afraid this thread had taken a turn to the kinky side. :D:D:D

[Cooper]

Joe, When I first read thongs I thought maybe I had missed a picture where he was bent over showing a lot more than just a plumbers crack. Then I realised you were referring to his choice in footware. Us southern folks call those flip flops. For a split second I was afraid this thread had taken a turn to the kinky side. :D:D:D

Lol,,, my exact thoughts too, I went back and was looking for someone wearing a thong in background or something I missed. Lol,,,, took a bit then realized the flip flops. :jaw:

[Lil Giants]

425mm? that's just a tad narrower than Joe's D9 blade in 10th... it'll be interesting to hear from you what all the dimensions are when one is completed to compare with. ;) This one is currently about half the weight.

Yes, I paused for a second after writing thongs, but that's always been the cdn term for them... imagine what my thought was a few yrs ago when I 1st heard the American womens' fashion trend of their thong showing above their pants??!!! :confused: it was WT? - till I saw a picture. :lol:

[titandigs]

Hey Joe you are spot on with calling them thongs for Australia, our friends in New Zealand also call them flip flops, so don't feel to bad

[dirtpusher9]

I'm looking forward to seeing this thing in action, Paul. Your doing a fine job, not that my approval means anything.

[titandigs]

I'm looking forward to seeing this thing in action, Paul. Your doing a fine job, not that my approval means anything.
Yes I am also ready to see it in action BUT
We will have to wait for another time for the dirt run, today the hydraulics came off to seal the rams as a couple had a weep :mad:. Now they are all 100%:bounce:
The body work started today as well. It looks straight forward until you start trying to get all the angles correct :confused:
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0146_zpsbd6e1a51.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0146_zpsbd6e1a51.jpg.html)

http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0147_zps4f45ac8d.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0147_zps4f45ac8d.jpg.html)

[titandigs]

What's the width of the blade?

Thongs in the metal fab shop :confused: is it next to the beach? :lol:

Hey Joe,
The blade width is 425mm. It was put on the scales today.
The weight came in at 22kg, the only things to add to that will be the battery, electronics and a small amount of body work, so I am guessing a finished weight will be around 25kg

[JAMMER]

Hi Paul it is realty taking shape now won't be long before you will be pushing dirt. Keep up the good work. Ed

[diesel950]

getting closer paul! can,t wait to see it pushing dirt

[Markus K.]

Hey Andrew,
If you get the missus interested in these shows in Florence we might see you in Germany in November?

5 Trade Fairs in Florence from November 2014
Exhibition calendar with currently 5 trade fairs from November 2014 in Florence. The most common types of trade fairs in Florence are Textiles, Fashion and Clothing Industry. In addition to the current trade fairs, Sights & Attractions in Florence can also be visited.

After Friedrichshafen my Wife and I will be going to tour around Switzerland, Italy, France, Austria and Germany.
Who else is going to Fiedrichshafen in Germany November 2014???

Hi Paul,

very nice build, the chains are impressive, WOW!

About Friedrichshafen, I think, I'm there again.

[kerst]

Simply impressive!

Kerst

[thercfreak2012]

I love your machine skills

[titandigs]

Here are some photos of the bonnet construction, there is still a lot of fitting to be done. More to come later.
Also gave the cylinders a lick of colour.
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0101_zps8180053d.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0101_zps8180053d.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0102_zps9ccc3889.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0102_zps9ccc3889.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0107_zps033e0624.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0107_zps033e0624.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0109_zps7d7901ed.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0109_zps7d7901ed.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0110_zps2d45b3fe.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0110_zps2d45b3fe.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0112_zpsc5e0be54.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0112_zpsc5e0be54.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0115_zpsbc9e49c0.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0115_zpsbc9e49c0.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0116_zps15a9749d.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0116_zps15a9749d.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0118_zps2fe1a24f.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0118_zps2fe1a24f.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0121_zps93d917f8.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0121_zps93d917f8.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0103_zpsd828a0c7.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0103_zpsd828a0c7.jpg.html)
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/DSC_0104_zps9e4c112a.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/DSC_0104_zps9e4c112a.jpg.html)

Thanks for looking,
Paul

[9W Monighan]

Can you send me some of that EMU Beer? :D
I like your safety shoes :eek:

[JAMMER]

Hello Paul great work on the cab. Your moving right along, keep up the good work. Ed

[titandigs]

Can you send me some of that EMU Beer? :D
I like your safety shoes :eek:

What makes you think its Beer? It could be soft drink:rolleyes: and the safety shoes are common for this time of year as the temperature is over 30 degs most days.

[9W Monighan]

What makes you think its Beer? It could be soft drink:rolleyes: and the safety shoes are common for this time of year as the temperature is over 30 degs most days.

:D ;) :lol: It about -11 deg. C here this morning

Keep them parts coming:popcorn:

[RCP57]

I never thought I would be so excited to see more pictures of wrinkley old men in thongs!:thinking::jaw: :lol:

Keep up the great work guys!

[Azonic]

I never thought I would be so excited to see more pictures of wrinkley old men in thongs!:thinking::jaw: :lol:

Keep up the great work guys!

Hahaha!

Btw. Very nice work as always! :)

[titandigs]

I never thought I would be so excited to see more pictures of wrinkley old men in thongs!:thinking::jaw: :lol:

Keep up the great work guys!
That's very funny, I showed my wife and she had a good laugh too:lol: maybe we need botox to level out those wrinkles:)

[Markus K.]

What makes you think its Beer? It could be soft drink:rolleyes: and the safety shoes are common for this time of year as the temperature is over 30 degs most days.

1. There are no "export" named soft drinks ;)
2. You're an australian :D

Anyway, that's gonna be an awesome model! Congrats! Markus

[Fired up]

nice
patrick

[titandigs]

Here is the latest photo of #1 The tank on the back and floor plate will be remade and fitted so it can hold the hydraulic oil as the Leimbach tank is too small for the amount of oil in the system


http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff431/titandigs/photo21_zps73147aef.jpg (http://s1235.photobucket.com/user/titandigs/media/photo21_zps73147aef.jpg.html)

[JAMMER]

There is a lot of great work there Paul it is really taking shape. Ed

[Azonic]

Outstanding work, well done!

[Lil Giants]

Boy Oh Boy, it's getting real close now, aint it?! ...and just in time to make the most of use from it with lots hrs hours outside in cooler climate. :cool: :D

[Cooper]

Looks sweet!! I love how robust the ripper is. Makes me want to start working on mine. And thanks for the track tip. On final assembly will u loc-tite all the track bolts?

[titandigs]

Looks sweet!! I love how robust the ripper is. Makes me want to start working on mine. And thanks for the track tip. On final assembly will u loc-tite all the track bolts?

I think so Cooper, in testing some did come loose

[apfubar]

I might have to wander over to WA to check it out in person! Looking great...

:-)

AP.

[titandigs]

Hopefully the next month or so should see #1 finished, I'll let you know when to book your ticket:D:D

[Espeefan]

Your hood (okay, so you Aussies call'em bonnets) turned out awesome! I always look forward to the updates on this build. Keep them coming!