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mazdaparts
11-06-2010, 11:45 PM
Being a farm boy it was inevitable that I would build an rc tractor. I don't have the skills most of you have so bear with me. I started this quite a while ago and never really finished it because I wasn't real happy with the body. So it got put on the back burner, then we built a house and moved and this and that and maybe one day I'll get on it again. But here is the build and pics as best I remember it.

Some of you may know me from Scale4x4 or RcCrawler. I built a set of axles using a maxx diff and axle shafts inside a pvc pipe housing. I built a rock crawler using these axles and decided to use one for a tractor. I narrowed up a set of 4 AE BFT tires and wheels, made a set of dual adapters and I had a rear axle.
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I decided to use what I had laying around and grabbed a stampede tranny. I rotated it 90 degrees and mounted it to the chassis. I also used a GD600 gear reduction unit. The chassis has evolved from sketch to cardboard to thin alum sheet to 1/8" styrene. I was worried about the styrene, but it was as stiff if not stiffer than the thin alum sheet.
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Time for a front axle. I cut it out of 1/4" x 3/4" solid alum bar stock. I hung it under the chassis with the same bar stock. I used some axle bushings for the pivot that is slightly wider than the axle so I wouldn't have an binding issues. I used some nitro pede steering knuckles and axles so I could put a bolt through the knuckle. I get some pretty tight steering with my setup.
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I narrowed up some stock rustler front tires and rpm revolver wheels to get the look I wanted. I also add a drawbar.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a259/mazdaparts/Tractor/IMG_2820.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a259/mazdaparts/Tractor/IMG_2818.jpg

Now to the part I'm not happy with, the body. I'm not partial to any color or brand of tractor, so I took some cues from various tractors. The grille is similar to an old oliver, the cab is like an old allis chalmers, and some old john deere for the overall stance.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a259/mazdaparts/Tractor/IMG_3152.jpg
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And there you have it. It travels at a walking pace, but has lots of torque. I just doesn't have the weight to pull a lot. Maybe one day I'll finish it and add some weight to make it better.

Post your comments, good or bad.

Iron Art
11-07-2010, 12:17 AM
Looks good to me, just add the details and some paint and you will have completed a nice project, good work. Fred

SmallHaul
11-07-2010, 09:12 AM
Looks cool, nice work.

Clever idea using the traxxas parts to make the rear end.

Brian in PA
11-07-2010, 09:36 AM
Looks cool! It actually looks like one of the later Minneapolis-Moline tractors. G-1355 perhaps?

Brian

peterbilt65
11-07-2010, 10:36 AM
brian i think it looks great i was just wathcing trucks and tracter pulls the other night on youtube you should finish it ! i like how you are using the recyled plastic sheets just think it doesent have a big carbon footprint it could be a john deer and call it goin green . neil

fhhhstix
11-07-2010, 11:28 AM
It looks just fine to me and hay who says it has to look like a particular brand. Paint it up and make up your own name and model. Once again great job.

Travis

rc_farmer
11-07-2010, 07:07 PM
I like the originality of your tractor......completely scratched built.

Southgate
11-07-2010, 08:46 PM
Ya know something, I get more inspired by watching somebody really BUILD something like this, and make the best use of what's at his disposal than I do seeing someone simply lay out a bunch of cash to buy components and assemble a more "realistic" replica. Calling yourself a farmboy means that you already know what it takes to get something to do a job, cuz farmers do that all the time.

I noticed your model has an extremely tight turning radius. I really wanna follow this build. Keep at it please! Dan

Espeefan
11-08-2010, 12:01 AM
I think it's awesome! Seriously. All hand made, from common items, and basically envolving no serious tools or machining equipment, at least that I can tell. These kinds of builds are just as enjoyable to watch and read about. Making something from nothing, with just the basics, and you know what? The results look great! I could see this model passing off as a really nice scale machine, if you ever did choose to pattern the hood, fenders, and cab, off of one particular tractor. I like the fact that the whole drivetrain is engineered and pieced together with popular, common, off the shelf RC components. Nice work.

Tamiya Cowboy
11-08-2010, 08:14 PM
Ok this is way too cool I really like it looks like a old IH to me witch is good in my book i like your ideas on how to do the rear axle great Idea for sure along with the the front and rear tires the flots on the front are cool..

dirtpusher9
11-09-2010, 10:00 AM
I think you have done a great job. Hang some weight on it for traction and paint it and put it to work.

Rogue
11-09-2010, 11:45 AM
Wow !!, what a extremely cool build. Low buck, low effort, and the fact that you didn't set out to recreate any particular manufacturer makes it even more unique.

Very impressive job.

doodlebug
01-03-2011, 06:14 PM
Hey Mazdaparts, look's great! My kinda project. Have you considered a pulling sled to go behind it? Yes I'm a tractor puller. Later, Neil#2 aka doodlebug.

Stuff
01-03-2011, 06:30 PM
looks awesome!

mazdaparts
01-18-2011, 10:37 PM
UPDATE! I hope I don't offend anyone but I sold the tractor to fund another project. But don't be worried it is in very capable hands. I don't know what the plans are for it but I'm sure it will be fantastic, as long as there aren't any bedazzler things on it. LOL

fhhhstix
01-18-2011, 10:41 PM
Well if my math works I would say Paul will do a good job on finishing it.:D

Travis

Tamiya Cowboy
01-19-2011, 07:50 AM
UPDATE! I hope I don't offend anyone but I sold the tractor to fund another project. But don't be worried it is in very capable hands. I don't know what the plans are for it but I'm sure it will be fantastic, as long as there aren't any bedazzler things on it. LOL


LOL! :D Well I will try to keep up with the level you have started with on it and complete it were all are happy with it..Thanks much for parting with it..

tc1cat
01-19-2011, 08:46 AM
Something kind of clicked when Mazda said that he sold it. He just had to have sold it to Paul. I don't think it could be in any better hands to finish than Paul's. With his collection of vehicles, it will fit right in. Looking forward to seeing it in paint!!


Lynn

mazdaparts
01-19-2011, 09:11 PM
Paul, did it arrive in good condition? And did the instructions I pm'ed about attaching the duals make sense?

Tamiya Cowboy
01-20-2011, 09:14 AM
Something kind of clicked when Mazda said that he sold it. He just had to have sold it to Paul. I don't think it could be in any better hands to finish than Paul's. With his collection of vehicles, it will fit right in. Looking forward to seeing it in paint!!


Lynn

Thanks much Lynn.. I was in the shop working on it and Ace truckers trailer and Ed's new truck last night. When I get my camera back Ill get picks up of it. I replaced the 2 chassis side plates from the plastic to 1/8 Alum to stiffen it up.

Paul, did it arrive in good condition? And did the instructions I pm'ed about attaching the duals make sense?

Yes your packing is the best I have seen yet truly.. You did a get job it showed up in perfect shape! And yes I got the wheels on just fine thanks for the Ins.

mazdaparts
01-20-2011, 12:41 PM
Can't wait to see some pics Paul. Early on it did have some thin alum side plates but I wasn't happy with the stiffness or shape. I switched to the plastic to be able to shape it better. What transmission do you have planned for it. I thought about a 3speed, but never had any luck getting one on ebay.

Tamiya Cowboy
01-22-2011, 12:09 AM
Well I broke my camera here about 4 weeks ago and I have picks of my 2 other builds on the hard drive of the camera so I have no way of downloading them as I mess up the USB port on it so I am now running on a barrowed camera till my other one comes back in I am hoping next week.

So since I ran out of parts for a semi I am building for a friend till Freddy gets them to me and I ran out of Alum angle for a trailer I am building I thought I would try to salvage the night by working on the tractor so here is what I have..

So tonight I made new chassis side plates out of 1/8 inch alum sheet cut them, drilled them and sanded them and mounted them up..
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/002-13.jpg
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Then I did a little to the hood and the seat and fender section by buzzing them down with my palm DA and I filled the missing piece in the right side of the hood and put it in K1 primer just so I could see what work I have to do later. I also made a 1/4 inch removable chrome stack too..
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/003-14.jpg
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So that will be it for a bit I'll be working on Ace's trailer and Ed's body tomorrow again..

mazdaparts
01-22-2011, 01:04 AM
Wow that looks great. Can't wait to see more.

Tamiya Cowboy
01-22-2011, 01:25 PM
Thanks Much If i get sometime in between 2 other builds and what the wife wants done I do some more..

Izzy
01-23-2011, 09:18 AM
This is fine example of modeling - fabulous work and good vision I like this build!

Chris

rc_farmer
01-23-2011, 08:50 PM
Just when i thought this tractor counldn't get better.....Good job! mmmmm, wonder what color scheme.:D:D

Tamiya Cowboy
12-25-2012, 12:38 PM
Ok finally I am working on this tractor to get it finished up. I have installed a R2 tranny and a 65 turn motor and a 10 tooth pinon gear so it is pretty slow and got lots of tork running a 11.1 Lipo.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/002-20.jpg
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Also started on the body work and Ill start on a weight rack or rock box not sure for the front of the tractor..
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/005-14.jpg

But now I need some input on what you guys think this tractor looks like?? I has the look of a few brands like a Oliver/IH and Minni just not sure witch way to go so lets have some input..

td9clyde
12-25-2012, 01:21 PM
I see a minni or an oliver nice build clean and simple no matter what you make it it is cool

mazdaparts
12-25-2012, 06:17 PM
tractor is looking great Paul. Glad to see it on the bench again. Can't wait to see it finished.

Espeefan
12-29-2012, 08:34 AM
Looks nice, Paul. From the side, it looks a lot like an Allis 8010, but the grille would have to be changed on the front end.

Is this going to be a pulling tractor, or a field tractor?

Tamiya Cowboy
01-02-2013, 05:02 PM
I see a minni or an oliver nice build clean and simple no matter what you make it it is cool

Thanks much Clyde.. i think I am going to go Minni with it the hood fits it better even thou the fenders are not right but it will do.

tractor is looking great Paul. Glad to see it on the bench again. Can't wait to see it finished.

Thanks much I am having fun with it..

Looks nice, Paul. From the side, it looks a lot like an Allis 8010, but the grille would have to be changed on the front end.

Is this going to be a pulling tractor, or a field tractor?

Thanks much Nate.. I am not a Allis fan so I'll stay clear of that but Minni is the way I am going to go. I am not sure what the tractor is going to be for but I'll figure it out.

Well back at it again been playing with the brass made a roll bar set of steps and case weight bar with real lead case weights..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/Truck%20Picks/010-9.jpg

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Lots more to due on it so keep a eye out..:D

rc_farmer
01-04-2013, 07:46 PM
Wow, man, that is coming alone nicely.

doodlebug
01-05-2013, 05:42 PM
Great start!
Cheer's, Neil.

Themonty73
03-09-2013, 07:22 AM
Wow amazing

Dunga_CZE
03-10-2013, 01:12 AM
Hi! Where did you buy the rear tires and what are the dimensions, please???

Tamiya Cowboy
09-01-2014, 06:45 PM
Well finally got going on finishing this up I was trying to have it done for a big tractor show I was going to go to and just drive it around and pull my beer in in a little wagon but I was not able to finish it before last weekend but I got it pretty much done this weekend..So I decieded it looked closet to a 1850 Oliver and I'm a big old school Oliver fan so first things first off to the paint shop...

Frame and body.. Old school Oliver Green
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/theonlytamiyacowboy025/20140829_212405.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/theonlytamiyacowboy025/20140829_212405.jpg.html)

Wheels and ect.. Old school Oliver mint white. Bad Pic Sorry
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/theonlytamiyacowboy024/20140829_212418.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/theonlytamiyacowboy024/20140829_212418.jpg.html)

Ok so 24hrs later assembly..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/theonlytamiyacowboy023/013.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/theonlytamiyacowboy023/013.jpg.html)
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Ok so I made the decals on my computer they came out pretty good as I had to rescale them to fit my size.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/theonlytamiyacowboy023/016.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/theonlytamiyacowboy023/016.jpg.html)

So all the guts are in the top of the hood I have it running on 11.1 Lipo plenty of power for sure.. Few other things I did if you look I filled all the holes in the traxxas front wheel to look more right and I also covered the holes in the back wheels with 1" washers I made wheel weights out of I think they look great.. I still have to finish the cab up.. Seat and dash and steering wheel along with lights and a hitch so more to come soon..

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g276/theonlytamiyacowboy/theonlytamiyacowboy023/019.jpg (http://s58.photobucket.com/user/theonlytamiyacowboy/media/theonlytamiyacowboy023/019.jpg.html)

doodlebug
09-01-2014, 09:54 PM
Cool! glad to see progress!
Cheers, Neil.

Acadieman
09-02-2014, 08:32 AM
Nice project! Looks like it would pull hard too.

SmallHaul
09-02-2014, 09:48 AM
Wow, a tractor and a scratch built one! That looks great Paul.

Rvjimd
09-02-2014, 01:38 PM
Very nice! Are some of these pics on page two videos? They don't show up with the arrow on my iPad sometimes, stupid iPad.....

Nice project!

Jim

Tamiya Cowboy
09-02-2014, 03:06 PM
Cool! glad to see progress!
Cheers, Neil.

Nice project! Looks like it would pull hard too.

Wow, a tractor and a scratch built one! That looks great Paul.

Very nice! Are some of these pics on page two videos? They don't show up with the arrow on my iPad sometimes, stupid iPad.....

Nice project!

Jim

Thanks much guys for the great comment.. I can NOT take credit for the building of the frame and axles that was Mazdaparts built that I bought it off him and rebuilt the frame in alum and did the detail and paint work..

Rvjimd no there is no video my sucky internet is so slow I can get them to up load before it times out..

mazdaparts
09-03-2014, 01:00 AM
Nice work on that tractor Paul. I have to admit when I built it I was in an allis mood for the fenders and cockpit and Oliver/IH for the hood and grill. I think you have done an amazing job finishing it.

And to answer an earlier question about the tires. The rears are from an associated BFT that I narrowed the tires by taking an 1" out of the center and glued back together, the wheels (from the same truck) were narrowed as much as possible. The fronts, IIRC are narrowed rustler tires and rpm wheels I got to match the rears look, also narrowed.

Tamiya Cowboy
09-03-2014, 10:53 AM
Nice work on that tractor Paul. I have to admit when I built it I was in an allis mood for the fenders and cockpit and Oliver/IH for the hood and grill. I think you have done an amazing job finishing it.

And to answer an earlier question about the tires. The rears are from an associated BFT that I narrowed the tires by taking an 1" out of the center and glued back together, the wheels (from the same truck) were narrowed as much as possible. The fronts, IIRC are narrowed rustler tires and rpm wheels I got to match the rears look, also narrowed.

Thanks much for the info I might have to get on the phone with you and pick your brain a little I have a itch to build a 4WD with the same wheels and tires and axle set up either a Oliver or a old IH not sure..

mazdaparts
09-04-2014, 01:19 AM
You mean something like this?
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a259/mazdaparts/Tractor/fa896e70.jpg (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/mazdaparts/media/Tractor/fa896e70.jpg.html)

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a259/mazdaparts/Tractor/85ed453e.jpg (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/mazdaparts/media/Tractor/85ed453e.jpg.html)

mazdaparts
09-04-2014, 01:21 AM
here is a better shot of the underside to see the axles

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a259/mazdaparts/Tractor/c2e68fc6.jpg (http://s13.photobucket.com/user/mazdaparts/media/Tractor/c2e68fc6.jpg.html)

mazdaparts
09-04-2014, 01:22 AM
I'll have to pull it off the shelf and take some new pics of it painted. I think it was painted anyways. Been awhile since I have charged the batteries.

Tamiya Cowboy
09-08-2014, 03:56 PM
I'll have to pull it off the shelf and take some new pics of it painted. I think it was painted anyways. Been awhile since I have charged the batteries.

LOL :lol: Your killing me...:jaw:

mazdaparts
09-10-2014, 09:30 PM
Paul you might not beleive this but i'm on vacation right now and i'm up in youur neck of the woods. Right now in a koa just outside of the badlands. Haven't had decent internet in a while except for the occasional stop for food.