Snochaser's Construction Co. Builds

[Snochaser]

Not sure what happened to my other post I believe I started here but..... I have made a little progress

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I think I'm gonna get some cylinders from Clippard, since I have not seen or heard from the others:confused: as I find time I'll get a little farther. Ben

[ihbuilder]

great job Ben , who are the others that you have not herd from ? Clipperd seems to be great to work with . I'm just trying to make up my mind who to trust to get a pump from . Or bite the bullet and build it myself :confused:

IHSteve

[Snochaser]

PMD has had problems getting anything and everything I have wanted. No problems with Clippard.

[ihbuilder]

PMD has had problems getting anything and everything I have wanted. No problems with Clippard.

which means they have no pumps in stock either :confused:

[RCLogger]

Coming along nice Ben

Did you use a servo setup for the steering ? Electric steering and drive would work well as you would only need the pump for the boom and grapple. Get better run time if the pump isn't running all the time..

greg

[Blender]

Looks great. This is one of my favorite projects.

[Lil Giants]

Actually Greg, if you put the pump on an esc and use the dual rates that are on most radios, you can mix each valve function with the pump. The more you move the proportional ch of the valve, the more the valve opens & the faster the pump electric motor runs. Proportional ch centered (neutral), valve closed & electric pump motor is off! Pretty slick way of setting up a hydra system for max run times. I learned that trick from Ole & the norwegian gang. ;)

My Volvo adt is on an esc, Sabertooth 2x10, mix feature turned off. One esc runs the pump, the other runs the six wheel motors... though I haven't figured out the dual rates function on the cheap radio I'm using, i use the ratchet left stick to control pump speed. The hyd pump is probably 1/3 speed while driving straight & maybe 2/3's to turn quick in the corners.

Great work on the skidder Ben, it's taking shape nicely. :thumbs up:

I looked for your thread too, but I can't seem to find it either.

[Espeefan]

These are the kind of builds I like seeing. It's interesting to see what a guy can pull off without a huge machine shop, and many times the results are great! Like this build. It's coming along really nice. I'm looking forward to seeing the progress continue! I'm curious to know what kind of tools are in your arsenal!

[Snochaser]

IHbuilder- no he's been out of pumps for I believe 4 months now!!1

Greg- I did use a servo for the steering works well good torque, can't figure out how to run the servo off the "big" battery only off the pack with the radio

Blender- thanks I am really pumped up about it!

LilGiants- you are way above my head on the dual rates and mixing stuff. I do have a Sabertooth in it and a new digital 7ch radio, but no experiance in what your are talking about. Thanks for the compliments.

Espeefan- the bulk of what I have used for this is: bandsaw, tablesaw, mitersaw, woodlathe (to make the wheels), wood vise, metal vise, dremel and a torch.

I wish I had a mill, break and metal lathe though not to mention a bunch more tools. I do woodworking as a hobby and a side business- I am a firefighter/paramedic as my fulltime job.

[dirtpusher9]

Glad to see some progress Ben. Your doing some fine metal work there.

[Snochaser]

Do any of you know of a continuous swivel I can use for the grapple so I can spin it 360 and not have an issue with hydraulic lines twisting?

Thanks Ben

[DieselKid]

Have been following this build as a 'lurker' you might say for quite some time now, and was disappointed I didn't get to see it in person at Indy.

I couldn't help but chime in....

Phenomal fabricaton of an awesome machine.

And those Mashers are a perfect tire choice, spot on for the ag/industrial look! Our drivers haul quite a few loads out of Titan Tire in Bryan, OH and many times they sit in the shop while the trailers are being serviced....loaded with a mix of ag, forestry, and industrial tires and by far these tires you have from Pro-Line are the closest to any I've seen!

Nice work so far all around Ben, looking forward to more!:)

-Alex

[Snochaser]

Thanks Alex. I spoke with your Dad for a short while in Indy, he said you were working and would be there after I left, would have like to have meet you.

I got real lucky on those tires, they are discontinued and found them at a LHS that has been around for many many years. Guess I should look for more, they would work for several builds I'd like to do.

Ben

[Thorsteenster]

If you're looking for another set of Masher's let me know. I have a set that came on some wheels I bought and nobody wants em, can't give em away. Hate to toss em because they're in great/almost new shape. Shoot me a PM if you want them.

[td9clyde]

nice progress on the skidder very nice work keep it up and you'll be dragging logs in no time

[Snochaser]

a little progress... either I will get lucky and figure out how I can get a mini linear actuator or hyd. cylinder to work or it just won't have powered rotation

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/th_P9160252.jpg (http://s928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/?action=view&current=P9160252.mp4)
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I am open for ideas. Thanks for looking. Ben

[RCLogger]

I was thinking about your swivel issue on the grapple. I had the same problem on may CAT 345 log loader. What I ended up doing is just building a grapple that opens as wide as possible and is free to swivel on its own. When there is no logs in the grapple I have mine set up so that it goes straight again, there are times when you have to hook one side of the grapple on a log and then move ahead a little to swing the grapple to get it over the log but not often.

greg

[mog]

wow that's alot nicer than the grapple i got made up. you shere do some fine work

[Snochaser]

Solder one side, now gotta do another..

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Greg- I figured that would probably be the route I would end up taking (though it bums me out)...so free spinning grapple it'll probably be.

Mog- I am sure you are doing a fine job. I haven't seen any posts from you..am I missing them....where's the pics of what your buildin'??

Ben

[Thorsteenster]

What are you using for the drivetrain, looks like you might have GRU/motors at each wheel?

Nice brass work!

[9W Monighan]

Nice soldering job. Are you using a resistance unit of just a small torch?

[Snochaser]

Thor- they are 20rpm gear motors.

9W-Monighan- I am using a "regular size" torch (same one I use if I am doing plumbing) for the work. I'd love to get a resistance soldering unit though...just don't want to spend the money.

Thanks to you both on the soldering, only other brass I have done is what is on this model. Does require two rare commodities though...time and patients! I don't have much of each in my opinion.

Ben

[ihbuilder]

Ben , your doing a fine job ,these models take a lot of time . I learned to go to another if I get frustrated on 1 thats why I have so many going :p .


IhSteve

[modelman]

Snochaser-very nice build you have going! Don't know what scale you are building but the model looks kinda big. Could you use a modified (full rotation)micro servo as a rotator and build a round case around it to hide it. Don't know how much torque you need but just a thought.

[Snochaser]

Modelman- It's 1:14 scale, if I did it correctly. I still will have a problem with lines twisting if it rotates. That's the booger. The other motor I have would be good but.....

[modelman]

What about mounting it rigid and just let the servo arm rotate? Have the grapple mounted to the servo arm.

[mog]

o my skidder is a long lost projet mabey this winter if i get time hoping for a lon clod winter and like 8 mounths with all the stuff i need to get done lol. there are some videos on my youtube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dM2ajepKV8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pViCY3F7-O4

[FabOne]

Ben-

GREAT work! You're doing an awesome job. Keep the updates coming.

-Terry

[dirtpusher9]

Nice work, Ben. I wish I could solder like that.

[Snochaser]

Thanks guys!

Modelman- I believe I know what you are saying, not sure I could fit the servo though. I may look into it.

Mog- That thing looks like a beast, quick and torquey.

Ben

[modelman]

Yeah after thinking about it,a servo is probably too big.

[Snochaser]

a bit more.....

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Thanks for lookin'

-Ben

[modelman]

Very nice work!! Maybe you will be hauling logs soon.

[td9clyde]

nice job i can't wait to see this thing in action logs pipe what ever you can think of draggin behind it :)

[pugs]

Very nice!

[Snochaser]

I'm hoping to get a lot of work pickin' up sticks in peoples yards. LOL

I'll have to move it in with my new Pete that should be here in a week or two from SemiJoe. Oh....guess I'll have to build a trailer first.

I am gettin' antsy. I want to try it out. I think I will be waiting for quite some time more (and quite understandably so) for the hydraulic pump though.

Thanks for the compliments.

-Ben

[dirtpusher9]

Really nice work Ben. Insted of it being able to spin 360, you could put stops on it so it would swivel to a limited range. Just a thought.

[Finster]

Great job on the grapple and the skidder itself. Have you checked with any machine shops to see if they could make a mini rotator for it? No clue what they might charge for that, but it's an option if you really want it to be able to spin full 360.

Another option might be to use those linear actuators for the grapple cylinders and an electrical slip ring instead of hydraulic.

[chaseracer]

looking good, the grapple looks strong. nice work,

[Snochaser]

Really nice work Ben. Insted of it being able to spin 360, you could put stops on it so it would swivel to a limited range. Just a thought.

I have thought of something like that, but not sure how to do it. I don't know if I could run it through the speed control and then limit it through my remote.

-Ben

[Snochaser]

Great job on the grapple and the skidder itself. Have you checked with any machine shops to see if they could make a mini rotator for it? No clue what they might charge for that, but it's an option if you really want it to be able to spin full 360.

Another option might be to use those linear actuators for the grapple cylinders and an electrical slip ring instead of hydraulic.

Were would I get a electrical slip ring. I had run this through my mind but not sure how to make the actuator operate in two directions?

I love to have someone machine me a knuckle/swivel.

Thanks for the ideas.

-Ben

[Snochaser]

looking good, the grapple looks strong. nice work,

Thank you Sir.

-Ben

[modelman]

Snochaser-here is one,not sure about overall size. e-bay has lots of them-
http://cgi.ebay.com/KYM06A-Slip-Ring-6-wires-2-amps-240VAC-DC_W0QQitemZ270558852593QQcategoryZ121837QQcmdZVie wItemQQ_trksidZp3907.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DSIC%26 itu%3DUCI%252BIA%252BUA%252BFICS%252BUFI%252BDDSIC %26otn%3D8%26pmod%3D270558857485%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3 D63%26clkid%3D5527198970549876719

[Snochaser]

Oh wow, that is slick. Thanks

-Ben

[Snochaser]

Still can't figure out how to make it a powered rotation so, it will rotate freely.

Made some progress and I Muggy welded with great success..wooohoo!!!!!!!
The parts I "welded" are the lower parts of the knuckle- two pieces of channel back-to-back. Sweet!! I am happy with the articulation of it, turned out real nice for me. Man I need some hydraulics!!!!!!!!!!

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Video
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-Ben

[td9clyde]

looking good yep hydralics look to be next keep up the great work!

[SmallHaul]

Looks great, should be fun to operate.

[rc_farmer]

That is looking really good.

[Snochaser]

Here is a pic or two for size reference.

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/PA080348.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/PA080350.jpg

-Ben

[bigford]

wow real nice build
where are you going to get the Hydraulics from?
and do you have a website for them

[Snochaser]

PMD if they ever come in!!!

[Claus]

Very nice machine, any idea how much time you have in it so far?

[RCLogger]

Looks good Ben

I see a lowbed in your future. lol

greg

[Iron Art]

Ben, Your Skidder is looking good, With the Hydraulics and a little paint you will be ready for the woods. Next build? Fred

[Justinside]

That is looking real nice!

[Snochaser]

Next build will be a lowboy for sure, at the rate of hydro's coming available, I will probably have the trailer done before they arrive.

Ben, Your Skidder is looking good, With the Hydraulics and a little paint you will be ready for the woods. Next build? Fred

[Vanisle]

Do any of you know of a continuous swivel I can use for the grapple so I can spin it 360 and not have an issue with hydraulic lines twisting?

Thanks Ben

I thought Leimbach sold one but from memory it was pretty expensive. DSTI makes some hydraulic slip rings. I have no idea what they cost or if they would work in this application.

http://www.dynamicsealing.com/gp_2-passage_unions.html

I have thought about how to make the swivel as well (for a long term skidder project of my own). I think you might be able to use some fins to turn the swivel housing with a hydro line into each side of the housing where the lines enter at an angle to push the fins with the fluid. Of course you would need some gears in there to do the actual turning and you would have to limit the rotation so your hoses to the grapple wouldn't get twisted. To do a true 360 degree swivel you would need to have a hydro slip ring for the grapple hoses.

Not sure how it could be done but one day maybe I'll give it a try.

[Vanisle]

Forgot to add, the skidder looks great!

[FreddyGearDrive]

Man,This looks great! You called me the expert? If mine looks half this good,I'll be a happy Guy! Real nice job on the grapple!
Don't know how much room you have left,but the hydraulics will take up a bunch of it. Don't know if you have seen the mini pumps from stahl. It only took 15 months for me to get it. Guess ole-Ric babe is havin problems getting stuff from Germany. But it's very small & has a brushless motor(reversable) & you can set the rpm on it so your not making a bunch of heat running the pump wide open for nothing. Another draw back on the mini is the price!You can buy two regular pumps for the price of one mini.
If you want I'll post some pics of the differance between the two pumps.
Keep up the good work!
FGD

[ihbuilder]

Man,This looks great! You called me the expert? If mine looks half this good,I'll be a happy Guy! Real nice job on the grapple!
Don't know how much room you have left,but the hydraulics will take up a bunch of it. Don't know if you have seen the mini pumps from stahl. It only took 15 months for me to get it. Guess ole-Ric babe is havin problems getting stuff from Germany. But it's very small & has a brushless motor(reversable) & you can set the rpm on it so your not making a bunch of heat running the pump wide open for nothing. Another draw back on the mini is the price!You can buy two regular pumps for the price of one mini.
If you want I'll post some pics of the differance between the two pumps.
Keep up the good work!
FGD


uncle freddy ,TTM has them in stock :D but , yea, the $ :eek: It seems the german dealers have them in stock :rolleyes:

Ben , you did a fantastic job :thumbsup: .

IHSteve

[jelliott]

Not sure what happened to my other post I believe I started here but..... I have made a little progress

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I think I'm gonna get some cylinders from Clippard, since I have not seen or heard from the others:confused: as I find time I'll get a little farther. Ben


do you have seperate motors for each wheel? and how did you wire them to one speed control

[Snochaser]

Yes each wheel has a gear motor. I doubled them up on the speed control, it is set up for dual motors (it's a Sabertooth).

-Ben

[jelliott]

Yes each wheel has a gear motor. I doubled them up on the speed control, it is set up for dual motors (it's a Sabertooth).

-Ben
Thats cool ive been thinking about building one myself

[Oil Field Construction]

Any more progress on you skidder? It is looking great so far! Love it!!

[Snochaser]

OFC- Thanks..I did get some cylinders in finally (Clippard) just haven't had spare time. Hopefully something soon....

Ben

[Snochaser]

Got some cylinders figured out. I am going to have to get the rest (2-decking blade, 2-grapple) from PMD, I can't find small enough ones to work from Clippard. Can anyone guess what else I need?..........times up! a freakin' pump!!!

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/PB100375.jpg

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Thanks for lookin'

-Ben

[RAIDERS]

looking good keep up the good work

[Blender]

The cylinders really finish it. I can't wait to see it functional.

[RCLogger]

These are the cylinders I used for my grapple on the CAT 345 log loader
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXET28&P=7

It has been in use for a few years now and still no leaks ! ! They would work well for the blade cylinders as well

greg

[Snochaser]

Thanks Guys.


-Ben

[dirtpusher9]

The cylinders look good hung on it Ben.

[SmallHaul]

It does look very good with the cylinders on, nice work.

[RCTech9]

Looks Good Ben!!!

[JAMMER]

Ben have been watching this build and you are doing a very nice job keep up the good work. Ed:)

[skidder]

looks great! any plans for another build, not to long to go on this one by the looks?

[woodhog]

skidder looks great looks like trailer in planning from the pics all looks great cylinders make the build:cool:

[Snochaser]

Thanks guys. I am hopeful the other cylinders and pump are going to be available really soon.

The lowboy is in the truck forum under my Peterbilt 357 build.

-Ben

[RCLogger]

Your lowbed is looking really good Ben. It is a nice setup to get the skidder from site to site. Hey what is Muggy Weld I have never seen it in Canada

greg

[Espeefan]

Great job with the boom. Those cylinders look right at home on there. This skidder is really coming along nicely. I'm looking forward to seeing it all complete. It should be a really awesome model.

[firefighter-1177]

Wow, that's some amazing craftsmanship. Great work.

[Snochaser]

I managed to get some paint on.......did some more detail work on the blade, added steps, mesh on cab, a/c unit, air intake and exhaust. It's rumored there are hyd. pumps headed this way....we'll see. I need to get some decals made now......
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/P1120475.jpg
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Thanks for tuning in

Ben

[Oil Field Construction]

Ben! The Skidder looks Awesome!! Great paint job! Almost ready to skid some wood!!

[SmallHaul]

Wow!:eek: That turned out great!

[Claus]

Your skidder is awesome!! It looks too clean though. Here is a 1/50 Cat 545 from back in my weathering days.
http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm186/C-Claus/HPIM1354.jpg
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[chaseracer]

great looking skidder, you did a great job on this can't wait to see pics and video of it working

[td9clyde]

nice work i like it keep up the great work

[Darkrider]

Very nice! Just needs the decaling and it be perfect!

[RAIDERS]

very nice paint job...

[Snochaser]

Thanks guys!! I still have a lot to do, hope to get it completed in under a year, we'll see though, pumps are rare these days as you know...... hope to find somewhere to make get some accurate decals made.

Ben

[Iron Art]

Snochaser, Your skidder is looking good. Decals are easy enough to make with water slide off decal paper and a Ink Jet printer. I have an old Windows 95 program for lettering and with a little working at it, I have been able to use the paint program to make some. I believe that some of the newer Windows programs have some useful features that may lend themselves to making decals. Once again, I'm anxious to see your skidder complete and powered up. Fred

[Finster]

Wow that really looks awesome, well done! Hope you plan on taking some videos of it pulling some logs.

[firefighter-1177]

Wow, that's looking great! Keep it up.

[RCLogger]

Well done Ben !
Your skidder looks great and even better with fresh paint. Looking forward to seeing it in action. Almost time to put it to work....

greg

[Espeefan]

Very nice Ben! Boy, this thing is almost done, huh? It looks great. Even without the decals, it's a very nice model. Just goes to show you don't always need really expensive equipment to build nice models.

[DieselKid]

Now that's a very sharp piece of equipment Ben!:) And as others have mentioned just imagine how awesome it will look when the decals are applied!

Not having a whole lot of exposure to forestry equipment of any kind it's neat to watch a build like this take shape.

Keep up the excellent work!

-Alex

[carp]

looks very nice, did you do the articulation with a servo and links or is it hydraulic also?

[elliot330]

The new paint job has transformed it... looks a load better now, good work.

[hawgfanman]

Looks great! Hope you're able to get your pump soon and get it running.

[Snochaser]

I received a nice little box of goods in the mail the other day! Finally after 11 months. Time to dig in.

Ben

[rc_farmer]

A lil paint can make a huge difference, looks really good!

[Oil Field Construction]

I received a nice little box of goods in the mail the other day! Finally after 11 months. Time to dig in.

Ben

Ben, any new progress on the Skidder! Can't wait to see it in action.

[Snochaser]

Ben, any new progress on the Skidder! Can't wait to see it in action.

Yes, finally! A little at a time. Time has been rare for the hobby as of late, but I'm making a few progressive steps.:D

Thanks for checking.
Ben

[Snochaser]

I'm slowly getting there...
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/P6110725.jpg

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Waiting for a little more hose and some additional time.

Will I have problems with the lines coming off if I don't use the sleeves on the ends?


Ben

[rc_farmer]

I'm slowly getting there...
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/P6110725.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/P6110724.jpg

Waiting for a little more hose and some additional time.

Will I have problems with the lines coming off if I don't use the sleeves on the ends?


Ben

Probably so, especially if the hose fits rather easily and the cylinder is under alot of pressure for an extended period of time. I don't like the big sleeves, so in certain places, i have used very small, black tie-raps and tucked the head underneath. Hope that helps.

[dirtpusher9]

Won't be long now. Ben I used the 2.5 mm hose and fittings and haven't had any trouble except when I didn't leave enough hyd. line. It needs to be square with the fitting. Looks good , ready to see it dragging a load of logs.

[Snochaser]

Thanks for the input guys.

They do fit very tight on the barbs. Hope they don't come off, but any sign of it I'll try the zip ties 1st. I'm hoping to get it nearly completed this weekend.

Ben

[rc_farmer]

Keep up the great work, can't wait to see it pulling some logs. Need to have a Swamp Logging contest 2 Indy....:D

[ihbuilder]

looks great Ben :) I got the logging truck just about ready :p

[Snochaser]

Ihbuilder, I'll be more than happy to drag some logs to you in Indy.

[Snochaser]

I'm waiting on a return call from Ric to send me some 1/8" od tubing. That's my hold up at this time.

[Snochaser]

It lives! Finally. I will post a video once my computer is up and running.

[Snochaser]

I am pretty tickled with the performance for my first attempt at one of these models. Finally after 16 months I have found the time engineering and money to do this. The battery (12v pack from PMD) seems to die fairly quick from what I thought it would. I can't figure out why my speed control will radomly just go into full reverse or forward without warning (as you can see in the one of the videos when it starts to just back up at the end), if I mess with the dip switches it will go back to "normal". I hope in Indy I can get some hands on help from you guys to help me fine tune it. The bottle in the video is a 32oz. Gatorade bottle to show the strength. I think it does pretty well.

Video below
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/th_P7040766.jpg (http://s928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/?action=view&current=P7040766.mp4)

[rc_farmer]

That is on-point Ben!

[Ken Orme]

Ben;

I like your skidder. Very good.

What did you use to "weld" some of the aluminum parts together?

Ken

[JensR]

Very very nice!
About the ESC acting up: Do you use a "self-learning" ESC? If those switch off, due to an intermittent connection, over-current or over-heating, they will come back after a short while and take whatever position the stick is at as their new neutral. I therefore strongly advise against using them, but I know some people prefer them.
Not sure what your problem really is, just had this idea...

Cheers
Jens

[mog]

look very good seeing your working so well make me think i should take my skidder down off the shelf and finsh the grapple and the blade up.

[modelman]

Snochaser-your model looks great and seems to perform really well! Nice job!

[Snochaser]

Thanks guys. I will try to post a few more videos tomorrow if I get the time. Gotta find some "logs".

[Espeefan]

No shortage of power, I can see that! My favorite thing about this build is that it didn't require a whole bunch of expensive metal working machines to complete, and yet it's looks good and runs good too.

[rc_farmer]

Ben, are you using the DE Sabertooth 2x12 RC ESC?

[td9clyde]

nice work isn't it cool to see everything work like it should when it is built?......nice job and well done

[Snochaser]

Here's another video. It seems my problem is a low voltage supply causeing the speed control to act up. Anyone have a good replacement to recommend? I am using a sabertooth 2-25a.

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/th_P7040765.jpg (http://s928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/?action=view&current=P7040765.mp4)

Ben

[tracksntreadslou]

Hey ben add another seperate receiver pack ..Had that same problem

[Snochaser]

So Lou, 2 receiver battery packs?

Ben

[JensR]

Edit: Just saw that you already run a receiver pack. Unless this is very weak, my following text won't apply to you.


If you are relying on the ESC's BEC and your servos draw a lot of current, the BEC might break down, which shuts off the receiver and hence the servos' current draw. Then, the system comes back to life, with the control stick at whatever position it was and the self-learning ESC takes this as the new neutral.

So maybe, all you need is a stronger external BEC?

I use 5 cells of my 12V pack (it's actually a double 6V pack) to power my receiver. Not ideal, but enough grunt.

Cheers
Jens

[Grainfarmer]

Where did you get the tires from? Are they about 30.5-32?

[rcguyfarms]

use a 5v voltage regulator and eliminate the need for receiver packs. U can buy them for under $2 at radio shack.

[JensR]

I am not familiar with RadioShack's products, but if you mean the simple 3-pin electronic part that regulates the input voltage down to 5V, this is not the ideal solution:
They typically do not cope with the high currents modern servos need and they are very inefficient, as they waste the extra power as heat. A proper BEC would be better - or a strong battery, if the space is sufficient.
If you know of a 2USD part that does not suffer from the disadvantages I mentioned, could you please provide a link, I'd be seriously and honestly interested.

[Snochaser]

Where did you get the tires from? Are they about 30.5-32?

They are Proline Mashers (discontinued)

[Snochaser]

I have run it for 10- 20 mins with the steering servo unhooked without any problems. So my problem does lies with the introduction of the servo. Any suggestions?

Ben

[footprint]

Could be the servo, ive have 2 that make my DX7 go nuts but also could be the high current load. Id try another servo (unmounted) to see I had a look but couldnt see how easy it was to access and swap that said its a fair bulk to shift mechanically.
Im guessing $2 part mentioned is the 2905 IC these are limited to ~500mA - not enough for your requirements.

[Snochaser]

I guess I have killed my steering servo (Hitec- HSR-5990TG) at Indy. I just took it apart tonight, makes noise but no movement. The gears all look good inside, I'm not sure is wrong.

Heavy Duty or RC farmer- if you wouldn't mind can you post the video you guys got of it in action while @ Indy here for me. I don't have much or very good video of my own.

Ben

[Snochaser]

Here are a couple videos shot at Indy . Thanks rcfarmer

http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/602bpilot/?action=view&current=MVI_2841.mp4

http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/602bpilot/?action=view&current=MVI_2843.mp4

[carp]

Good videos snowchaser! as to your low voltage problem it maybe like jensr said and you need a seperate regulator to run it or if the servo was already on its way out it will sometimes draw masses of current causing the same low voltage effect, id send that back to hitec and see what they say $120 hitec servo shouldnt go bad like that.

[Snochaser]

I believe I will send the servo back and see what they say.

I installed some "glass" finally, and updated a pic or two.

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0024.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0026.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0027.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0028.jpg

Video:
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w28/hotrod075/For%20Sale/th_CATSkidder.jpg (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w28/hotrod075/For%20Sale/?action=view&current=CATSkidder.mp4)

Ben

[bigTdozer]

Looks just too awsome to get it dirty lol

[Snochaser]

Thanks. I've had some very frustrating moments with it, but I believe I have all the kinks ironed out now.

Ben

[Snochaser]

Do you guys find you enjoy building stuff then realize the fun is building and just assume sell what you've built?

[RCP57]

Do you guys find you enjoy building stuff then realize the fun is building and just assume sell what you've built?

I do enjoy building more than playing with it when it's finished but what is this selling thing you speak of? Unfortunately for me selling isn't in my vocabulary.lol

Reg

[ihbuilder]

Ben , I get bored fast running 1 thing . So , I keep what I build , just keep building more :eek::p

[rc_farmer]

Ben, if you ever get bored with that grapple, I know someone who will buy it right now!:D

[Snochaser]

Very tempting Rob.

[Snochaser]

The skidder has sold.

There is now a new creation about to hit the bench. Waa ha ha.

Boy am I giddy!!!

[Snochaser]

"The eagle has landed!" :D

Even the box is nice!!!!:eek:

Ben

[doodlebug]

Come on Ben, Let the Cat out of the bag!

Cheer's, Neil.

[trucker n]

i know what it is he got the carson track loader:)

[Finster]

Shame on you! Spoiler! :)

[pigeonfarmboy]

Nice box can only mean one thing!! (Can't wait to fondle the bejesus out of it!)

[Snochaser]

Danged ole tiny screws. Man this thing is heavy. I'm having problems getting a good picture. Lol

Ben

[dabears]

Danged ole tiny screws. Man this thing is heavy. I'm having problems getting a good picture. Lol

Ben

I wanna see it!!:D

[Snochaser]

Just can't get the camera positioned correctly. :D:D

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0746.jpg

Ben

[ihbuilder]

DUDE !!!!! I told you that cam is a POS :confused: you just couldn't listen to someone with experience with that brand :rolleyes: BTW nice loader now I know why you went cheap on the cam :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::p:p:p:p:p

[rcguyfarms]

I am not seeing it being a carson model, what brand is it?

[RCP57]

Haha! Awesome...

[ihbuilder]

:eek::eek::eek::eek:I know I know I know :D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D what do I get ? :D:D:D:D:D:p:p:p:p:p:p

[Snochaser]

I'm having fun with this if you can't tell..:D

It's a ScaleArt 963B.

Here's some more progress.....

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0705.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0711.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0714.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0716.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0718.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0721.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0723.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_0741.jpg

Ben

[pigeonfarmboy]

I need a drool guard warning next time ya jerk!

I need a dovetail jig so I can make my own gorgeous boxes. The boxes themselves actually are quite reasonably priced from Scaleart! Shame about the shipping part.

[dabears]

WOW!!! that is looking great!! That is one cool looking loader!

[fhhhstix]

The loader is looking great Ben. Now we are going to need a mop and a bucket to follow Nate around with so nobody slips on the drool at Indy.:D

Travis

[Hemi1966]

That's a beauty Ben. Even the box is so cool:D

[apfubar]

:o

... For what was left on the keyboard....

That is one serious model. Can't wait to see more pics...

Cheers,
AP

[Azonic]

Looks like an awesome model, congrats!!

[elliot330]

Very nice.... my first ever construction model - fantastic choice... :D

[Brian in PA]

Ben, I'm jealous. Very cool, congratulations on your purchase.

[Radio Control Trucker]

That is one fine looking loader. Looks beautiful from the start.

Just remember to remind Nate that drool is NOT a lubricant, Travis. It collects dirt and is BAD for the electronics. :p:p

- RCT

[Snochaser]

Well I've almost got it all together, just waiting on a few parts (2- bearings, decals and a charger) I'm hoping to get the radio and install it while in Indy Friday. If this thing performs like it looks, it'll be awesome. I'm pumped.

[Bigrigger]

Great addition to your fleet; I can't wait to see it in action! :D

[pigeonfarmboy]

What? You want me to be the first one to operate it?! I'm honored :D

[Snochaser]

Funny Nate. I'm sure you'll get a chance........ Under adult supervision of coarse.

[Radio Control Trucker]

You better be careful Ben, if Nate gets his hands on it he'll be trying to get it out to his car to take it home before you know it.

He'd be one happy R/C'er. :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

- RCT

[fhhhstix]

What? You want me to be the first one to operate it?! I'm honored :D

Funny Nate. I'm sure you'll get a chance........ Under adult supervision of coarse.

Good luck I have the radio.:D:D:D:D

Travis

[woodhog]

Ive got a feeling ben wont get to play much till he gets it back home,if it make it back home:eek:

[Snochaser]

Assembly complete! Just need to get the radio from "Cookie Monster".

[SmallHaul]

Congrats Ben! Awesome machine.

[pigeonfarmboy]

Yeah Travis, a radio is gonna stop me.....:P

[ihbuilder]

Yeah Travis, a radio is gonna stop me.....:P

just give him some cookies :D:D:D:D:D:D

[Snochaser]

Well...... all went well for a little while in Indy. Then busted 2 hoses and now have 2 stripped out servos.:(:(:(:( ScaleArt has been great for the service I'll have to see if it continues. I'll keep you posted (Darrell, Ed and Nate). It's gotta get better.:confused:

Ben

[pigeonfarmboy]

The only way it gets better is when it lives in my basement and you get visitation rights! Trust me, I wanted to throw the 966 out the window countless times working the bugs out. Did they say anything about the hot components and routing the hoses correctly?

[elliot330]

Well...... all went well for a little while in Indy. Then busted 2 hoses and now have 2 stripped out servos.:(:(:(:( ScaleArt has been great for the service I'll have to see if it continues. I'll keep you posted (Darrell, Ed and Nate). It's gotta get better.:confused:

Ben


That doesn't sound good, I used mine for hundreds of hours and didn't have a problem. That's real bad luck. Just out of interest, did you set the end points on radio for the servos, so you don't over drive them?

[Snochaser]

You are persistent PFB, I'll give you that.

Elliot, good point. I didn't. But the valves see to move fairly easy. I will for sure set that on the new ones. Haven't received any info back from them yet.

Ben

[pigeonfarmboy]

Ah yes they're out of the shop currently.

[speedy8305]

like the build very if you can find an armatron that had a grappler arm just an idea

[Snochaser]

Where are they now? Any idea PFB? Travis figured out the servonaut on his and now I've got the sound like I wanted it. Awesome.

Ben

[pigeonfarmboy]

Don't think there's any shows. Must be a vacation.

[Snochaser]

I recieved one response back from ScaleART pretty much saying "our stuff doesn't have problems, sorry about your luck."

I hope to hear back a little more. I went and found some servos that will fit. I noticed the valve body had a sticky spot to it, so I rotated the valve around to an easily moved position. All is working with the hydros now. Fingers are crossed!

Next step is to contact Brixil electronics to figure out the operation of their pump control unit.

Ben

[Snochaser]

An updated....While I was taking in to get serviced.

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/truckntrailer.jpg

and another before the operation started. lol

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/963b.jpg

[apfubar]

Ben,

It does look good...

Which hoses did you blow? From the pump to the valve block or one of the lines to the rams? Just curious.

On the servos, as previously suggested also check the end points. On my excavator I check them every now and then (every couple of months) just to ensure they aren't hitting the stops and damaging the valves or themselves.

It will be interesting to hear how you go with Brixl stuff.

Cheers,
AP

[Snochaser]

The first one was a bucket cylinder near the pump reservoir. The second one was right at the valve body.
I have looked over and moved done hoses around. The valves seem to operate easy by hand, the servos are at 100% on the radio now and don't appear to be over rotating. I ended up finding some Futaba servos that work. I'm going to put everything back together today and see if anything changes.

[Lil Giants]

Have you had to adjust the hyd press at all from factory? Does the loader arms lift as you push into the pile. What voltage are you running?

[Snochaser]

No I haven't adjusted the pressure at all. I haven't notiiced any lift when running it.

Ben

[Lil Giants]

What I meant was will the loader arms lift the bucket as you push hard into the pile? And what voltage are you currently running? 3s?

[Snochaser]

Oh, sorry. Yes it will lift as I push, it's pretty darn strong. 12v

[Claus]

That is probably the coolest model I have ever seen. Does ScaleArt offer a ripper for the rear?
That would be really nice!
http://media.sandhills.com/img.axd?id=81517758&wid=MAT&p=&ext=&w=0&h=0&t=SHP+&lp=MAT&c=True&wt=False&checksum=ST6vd8NmHeABy3Z5vOv0ntLxrWa6Qgy7GorcO1AgB 7Z38EM5ZK0R2C4mmNRoJvzbs%2fCWPqF01Ui%2bcc250A2uV3V 5I8u%2b1tl%2fE0KuBhEr%2fGjytb%2bkV86ppQ%3d%3d

[fhhhstix]

Claus here is a link to a new loader that a member posted here that has the riper on it. Scale Art did a nice job on the whole model, they are a work of art.

Link click here. (http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=5104)

Travis

[Snochaser]

Just an update:
I think I've worked the bugs out. Did some additional cleaning up of the electronics, painted the cab. ScaleArt was great with all of my issues with it, helped me with everything, even replaced 2-servos for me. Haven't had any problems even digging in the dirt outdoors.

Ben

[woodhog]

congrats on getting the bugs worked out ,I know it must have been frustrating having such a nice model and not get to use it. But now you can get to work:D

[pigeonfarmboy]

Cool! What was it so others can learn from your mistakes? :D

[Pedrocrisostomo]

now a video to seal the deal.

[Snochaser]

So now begins my new equipment build. A CAT 825H soil compactor
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/825h-1_zpsc80d88b4.jpg

This is as close to my eyeball scale of 1:14 :).

I laid out my pieces on 16g brass then started cutting
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1618_zps854a8cf1.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1619_zps9e9305c4.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1656_zpsb5749106.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1657_zps297207b6.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1658_zps79c348cf.jpg

Stated soldering
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1655_zpsc497e97b.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1705_zps6b0335d5.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1703_zps7cd5564d.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1717_zps26d1a897.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1716_zps5b0fdd4b.jpg


Installed a RC4WD R2 2 speed trans and LRP truck puller 3 motor, I'm using AFV planetary axles (stainless wire is for locking)
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1727_zpsadb09212.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1780_zpsac3ac2ef.jpg


body work is styrene
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1765_zpsd5a27b94.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1767_zpseac167a0.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1774_zpsec6e4150.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1775_zps4c40c158.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1779_zpsd9a7fd66.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1803_zps425d2dcf.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1804_zpsa0b0e872.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1805_zps510b5e4f.jpg
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1806_zpsd2ea9459.jpg


I will be installing full hydro's (steering and blade)

[Kaf343]

Ben, this is very cool. Can't wait to see it one together.

[RCP57]

Nice! I like those axles....

How long have you been working on this one Ben? Whats the plan for wheels?

[ihbuilder]

"Whats the plan for wheels?"

UH OH the CATs outta the bag now :eek::rolleyes:

[Lil Giants]

Lookin good Ben, lookin real good! :cool:

Kinda puts me to shame for the little bit of fabbing I've done this week to upgrade my own aging wheel loader. :p

It's gonna be kick axe to see this beasty in the dirt! :D

[RCP57]

"Whats the plan for wheels?"

UH OH the CATs outta the bag now :eek::rolleyes:

Haha, I wondered....:D

[rockNmayhem]

Ben your brass work is absolutely amazing. The frame on that loader looks like it all just fell right together. I cant wait to see some more progress work on it and some vid's. It's kinda hard for me to tell but how large is the loader compared to a Tamiya truck? Looks pretty good size from what I can tell so far.

Tyler

[Snochaser]

Nice! I like those axles....

How long have you been working on this one Ben? Whats the plan for wheels?

About a month or so Reg. I think you figured out where the wheels will be coming from.

Ben

[Snochaser]

Lookin good Ben, lookin real good! :cool:

Kinda puts me to shame for the little bit of fabbing I've done this week to upgrade my own aging wheel loader. :p

It's gonna be kick axe to see this beasty in the dirt! :D

Thanks Joe. You'd better get moving. :D

[Snochaser]

Ben your brass work is absolutely amazing. The frame on that loader looks like it all just fell right together. I cant wait to see some more progress work on it and some vid's. It's kinda hard for me to tell but how large is the loader compared to a Tamiya truck? Looks pretty good size from what I can tell so far.

Tyler

Thanks Tyler. It'll be bigger than my 963B. I'll set it side by side with a truck and the loader in a future picture for reference.

Ben

[rc_farmer]

Ben, that is very nice, can't wait to see it run...

[woodhog]

Ben,this is gonna be a very nice piece of equipment.What are you cutting the brass with?bandsaw or scroll. Cant wait to see it movin:cool:

[ihbuilder]

Are you lookin for these ??????:confused::p

http://i830.photobucket.com/albums/zz230/ihbuilder/file_zps33699e18.jpg

[Snochaser]

Hey hey hey. You're really letting the CAT out of the bag Mr..

Woodhog- I used my bandsaw, dermal and a pilot bearing router bit to do a lot of the trimming. It got a little spicy at times with the router.

Ben

[ihbuilder]

Hey hey hey. You're really letting the CAT out of the bag Mr..

Woodhog- I used my bandsaw, dermal and a pilot bearing router bit to do a lot of the trimming. It got a little spicy at times with the router.

Ben

hey the cat has to have feet to get out of the bag :p

[woodhog]

hey the cat has to have feet to get out of the bag :p

And he expects them done by Brookville meet:D

[ihbuilder]

And he expects them done by Brookville meet:D

not happening :( still 5 million things lined up , Oh October meet :rolleyes::p

no seriously shortly after ;)

[9W Monighan]

Hmm, I have a job for that machine when it's done. I wonder what?

Nice job so far.

[dabears]

WOW Ben incredible work!!!! Looking awesome! I agree this isone piece that is overlooked by modelers and i cant wait to see this one up and running!!! Your brass skills are awesome!!

[rockNmayhem]

Steve those wheels look amazing I can't wait to see them made.

Tyler

[pigeonfarmboy]

Lookin killer man. Your fab skills are way higher than you give yourself credit for.

[RCLogger]

Great looking model Ben ! Very good demonstration working with brass. Those rearends are a nice match for your model. Keep up the good work !

greg

[Snochaser]

Thanks guys. There are a lot of guys/gals here that crank out some seriously nice models, so it makes me hold myself to a higher level of building. Dam machinists! :)

Ben

[Espeefan]

Holy cow, this thing is awesome. The frame looks amazing. Brass is popular for a lot of fine scale model builds, so it's nice to see someone scratchbuilding a model using it instead of aluminum! The styrene body work looks really nice too.

[Snochaser]

Thanks Nate. I'd like to do aluminum, but the ease of cutting and soldering brass made it the metal to choose. With no TIG, brass will be the metal I use for my next build too.

I managed to get the steering cylinders and mounts in soldered place tonight.

Ben

[Snochaser]

Soldered up the grille.

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1819_zps00bc26b0.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1820_zpse7c4b0fb.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1821_zpsfa3e8896.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1822_zpsee496cbf.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1823_zpsa4e8fa89.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1824_zpsf9d2db28.jpg

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1825_zps9708ddff.jpg

Ben

[SmallHaul]

Ben, what a cool idea for a build!

Using brass is good material for the frame too..nice work!

That is going to be awesome when it is done.

[Claus]

Great job, just wondering are you going to be able to shift the R2? Looks too tight to use RC4Wd's servo mount bracket.

[tracksntreadslou]

Nice job ben....Every model you do gets more awsome ...I saw a sneek peek of to shoes for that beast on FB

[dabears]

Wow that's looking cool!!!!! Great job in the grill!!

[Espeefan]

That is nice! I just went over your earlier build photos again. This model wil be a masterpiece for sure! I can't wait to see some more updates.

[Snochaser]

Thanks for the kind words gents.

Claus- I hadn't planned on using their mount, I figured I'd come up with something on my own.

Lou- Where at on FB? Steve's leaking the goods huh?

[ihbuilder]

Thanks for the kind words gents.

Claus- I hadn't planned on using their mount, I figured I'd come up with something on my own.

Lou- Where at on FB? Steve's leaking the goods huh?

sorry Ben :o but you saw it before anyone else ;)

http://i830.photobucket.com/albums/zz230/ihbuilder/file_zpsb2181335.jpg

[Claus]

Not to hi-jack but Steve have you thought about a pull behind sheepsfoot? Would be perfect for the tractor conversions!

[ihbuilder]

Not to hi-jack but Steve have you thought about a pull behind sheepsfoot? Would be perfect for the tractor conversions!

I may have 1 soon or a rear rubber tired 1 like the stahl but an older style machine

[tracksntreadslou]

lol..When you have something really cool is very hard to not share it with everyone else hey Steve BTW awsome work on those

[dmess62]

Awesome!! I'll be following this one

[woodhog]

Ben looking good :D do you have most of the front done or are you waiting on the main component (drum)?

[Snochaser]

Not to hi-jack but Steve have you thought about a pull behind sheepsfoot? Would be perfect for the tractor conversions!

Funny you should say that.......Cabin Fever?

[Snochaser]

Ben looking good :D do you have most of the front done or are you waiting on the main component (drum)?

Waiting on the "feet"' then I will proceed with the blade and arms. I've been swamped with my company lately.

[woodhog]

Waiting on the "feet"' then I will proceed with the blade and arms. I've been swamped with my company lately.

swamped with business is a good problem to have :)

[Espeefan]

Oh, the wheels! Those are looking sweet. Great job Steve. I wouldn't expect much less!

[Snochaser]

Made some progress... Mounted hydraulic pump, valve block, speed control, battery tray, trans shift servo and cooling fan.

Ben

[RCP57]

Well come Ben... where are the pictures?

[woodhog]

Well come Ben... where are the pictures?

Yea thats what Im saying:D

[ihbuilder]

Well come Ben... where are the pictures?

yea no kiddin :jaw::rolleyes: ya think as long as he waited for those parts he'd have them mounted by now :confused::p:p:p:p:p:p:lol:

[Snochaser]

I was waiting on a 1/8" nut driver. I need to bolt em' on, as soon as I get back home Sunday night I'll post a picture. Just the mock-up I did looks pretty good.

Ben

[Snochaser]

Well...here's where I am....

I discovered the fan was too big once I put the rest of the goodies inside, so I'll have to find a thinner one to put in it's place. The steering is a bit slow, I guess if I switch to the 2mm hose instead of the 2.5mm hose it should speed it up a bit. Now working on the steps and railings, then on to the blade.
Ben

[Snochaser]

http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1635_zpsd6ccbbf7.jpg (http://s928.photobucket.com/user/snochaser/media/IMG_1635_zpsd6ccbbf7.jpg.html)
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1638_zps070f99e3.jpg (http://s928.photobucket.com/user/snochaser/media/IMG_1638_zps070f99e3.jpg.html)
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1639_zps210e3619.jpg (http://s928.photobucket.com/user/snochaser/media/IMG_1639_zps210e3619.jpg.html)
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1640_zps52a61ee8.jpg (http://s928.photobucket.com/user/snochaser/media/IMG_1640_zps52a61ee8.jpg.html)
http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/th_IMG_1987_zpsa76f876d.jpg (http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad125/snochaser/IMG_1987_zpsa76f876d.mp4)

[ihbuilder]

runs well Ben . looks like those couple sleepless nights figuring out how to make them paid off :bounce: I just wish I had made that bolt circle wider :o:(

[dabears]

That's gonna be the coolest machine out there!!! I love it! Awesome job so far!

[RCP57]

Thats awesome Ben!