Crane - Sheave Hook Block

[Doug]

Hi. I am new to the forum and so far am really enjoying all the great information. You guys are true craftsmen!

Before finding the forum, I purchased an "off the shelf" RC Crawler Crane that, when it arrives, will have a clam bucket. I want to convert it to a regular hook block and/or headache ball. Does anyone know where I can purchase a 1:12 scale, 2-3 sheave hook block and/or headache ball? My other option is to make one but would be my first project and I'm not sure where to start.

Any help or advice would be appreciated!

I'd really like to get a RC big rig with a lowboy for the crane but WOW...they are pricey! $500 doesn't even get me started good!

Thanks!
Doug

[doodlebug]

Hey Doug welcome aboard. the link's are from some of our crane builder's, hope they can give you idea's or help out! We have a bunch of great machinist's on board, time to chime in:D Cheer's, Neil.
http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=203
http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=1619
http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=1329
http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=992
http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=1555
http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=361
http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=117

[Doug]

Thanks for the info doodlebug. I look forward to learning the craft from you guys.

[rc_farmer]

What type and where did u get ur crane?

[Doug]

Hi Rob,
It's an off the shelf, fully RC 1:12 crawler from JHC. The link is below:

http://www.jhchobby.com/ecommerce/hobbyengine/jhc0805-crawler-crane.html

It's on backorder and I don't know when it'll be in.
Thanks!
Doug