Forum: General Discussion
03-06-2013, 02:42 PM
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Help Want to Learn how to make Leaf Springs
Hello
With a few projects inline, I would like to know how to make my own leaf springs? I don`t want it to be a high lift car and truck but "regular" ride. If I can make the leaf springs then I...
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Forum: General Discussion
03-01-2013, 07:18 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,249
Re: Need Leasons about Axle Types
Hi CG Bob
Thank You for the tips, I have read your posts on this subject before and to be honest you are the inspiration for this build, that`s what I tell my family, so they blame you.
I can`t...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-24-2013, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,249
Re: Need Leasons about Axle Types
Hello
First I should make sure to thank you all who replied. I forgot to mention that my scratch build project wishlist was for: WWII U.S Amphibious jeep and a WWII German SChwimmwagon and finally...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-23-2013, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,249
Need Leasons about Axle Types
Hello Again
This is George, I am New here, most of my time/money is spent on R.C military ships, submarine and tanks.
I have been researching a couple of scratch build vehicle projects BUT I am...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-12-2013, 08:17 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 849
Need Builders Advice Help
Hello
I am a newbe to this and need your advice/help.
I would like to scratch build a 1/10 U.S WWII DUKW. I know it`s been done here and there are dealers; Deans U.K, Loyalhanna U.S and Robbe...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-12-2013, 06:35 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,857
Re: Looking for Parts Help
Hello ALL
Well I`ve been told about where I can post this request for parts Help BUT one thing, I am not allowed access to that section yet. So how do I post there at this time?
Should I...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-11-2013, 09:00 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,857
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Forum: General Discussion
02-11-2013, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,857
Looking for Parts Help
No wanted or for sale posts in this General Discussion forum & you also don't meet the requirements to use the B/S/T either at this time.
Admin
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
12-30-2012, 06:31 PM
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Replies: 108
Views: 84,746
Re: Oshkosh Het M1070, M1000
Hi Car 5858
George from Cold Canada. Long time for us both on this site. I have had health issues also. I look forward to be able to go ahead with this project too but I have to go slow.
I...
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Forum: General Discussion
05-17-2012, 02:13 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,335
Looking for Fastener and Tool List
Hello
I am still very new to this field, coming from R.C 1/16 Tanks, Scale military ships and submarines.
I would like to put together a shopping list of the Most Common Fasteners and their...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
05-17-2012, 02:01 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,808
Re: Reasonable Advice Needed
Hello again
Long time away but finally got some news. I just found a source chassis for my project at a good deal, it`s an RC18T and will be the source of all my suspension and drive parts. When...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
04-28-2012, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,808
Re: Reasonable Advice Needed
Hey WhiteWolf
Thanks for the message and info. It`s George from Hamilton, Ont., the 1/16 R.C tank guy. I will put together the information you wanted and pics as well, is your email info. the...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
04-27-2012, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,808
Re: Reasonable Advice Needed
Hi Kenlms
Thanks for the afv link. That is one INCREDIBLE source BUT the prices are in Euros and when converted to Canadian. Would be more than I can afford for this project for now. Also thanks...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-25-2012, 05:55 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,808
Re: Reasonable Advice Needed
Hi Espeefan,
Thanks for the axle leason. I`m not really sure what the real schwimmwagen axle would have been, I think because of the time period, WWII, I think the axle was unlocked, "open"?? is...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-25-2012, 11:52 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,808
Re: Reasonable Advice Needed
Hello Again
I just looked at the Axial Axles and I like the shape of one BUT of course, it`s out of stock.
Couple questions, I could not see from their spec`s page. How long is it from end to...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-24-2012, 05:28 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,808
Re: Reasonable Advice Needed
Hello Again,
I tore open the schwimmwagen to see how much room I have inside the 1/6 beasty. From inside wall to wall for both axles, I have 5" max. Between front and back axles, I have 12 1/2"...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-23-2012, 06:01 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,808
Re: Reasonable Advice Needed
Hi Espeefan,
Thanks for the link, I have already looked at that axle But it seems a little bulky. Is there any slim body version out there in plastic as well made to be on working suspension like...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-22-2012, 05:45 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,808
Reasonable Advice Needed
Hello,
First I am a Complete Newb to this field. I Can put together a complete kit with All parts and instructions without a problem. So now I want to go out on a limb.
I have a Plastic 1/6...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-18-2012, 04:10 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 11,793
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Forum: Big Boys of the road 4x4/6x6/8x8/10x10 Trucks
03-17-2012, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 20,184
Re: My HEMTT build
Hi
Thanks for posting your build so Far, keep the pics coming.
Any chance you could post a parts / supplier Source List ?
Thanks Again for the Pictures, Really Nice build, what again is...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-17-2012, 12:13 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 11,793
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-17-2012, 12:06 AM
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Replies: 108
Views: 84,746
Re: Oshkosh Het M1070, M1000
Hello car5858
From your posted pictures of the frame rails are those cross members solid or tubular aluminum and how are they actually jointed to the side rails?
Also what material did you...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-14-2012, 09:34 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 9,572
Re: M26
Hello
I just found this build post and My jaw is still on the bench WOW! I don`t think you should put yourself down about your body work WOW. Sorry I didn`t see, what is the scale of your build?...
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Forum: Military Vehicles.
03-14-2012, 08:28 PM
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Replies: 108
Views: 84,746
Re: Oshkosh Het M1070, M1000
Hello Car5858
Your build is Incredible please keep the build pictures coming.
Thanks Again for Your Posting
George
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