Forum: Construction Equipment
02-24-2013, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 16,540
Re: twins
Steve,
Did you hog out the block for the tank and is that your filter?
What 3D software are you using and do you like it?
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
02-24-2013, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 80
Views: 29,760
Re: Possible Solution For Tracked Equiptment
Chris,
I agree, making a unit as universal as possible is one of the most important things to keep in mind. What kind of steel did you have in mind? In the photo, what size machine is that? Colin
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Forum: Construction Equipment
02-24-2013, 11:08 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,002
Re: Caterpillar D353 (D9G) Engine Build
Progress has been slow but trying to fixture crank back up to complete drilling, have lots already drawn, can't keep up with the drawing. Here is the start of one timing gear.
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
02-24-2013, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 80
Views: 29,760
Re: Possible Solution For Tracked Equiptment
I was able to post at my other post, see attached link. IH, I have 12 sizes layed out with a size common that will also cross-scale. I started with my 1/8th then 1/10, 1/12 and 1/14. The samples you...
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
02-24-2013, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
Re: Track Parts
I think these are enough to get the idea. Can take more if one wants.
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
02-24-2013, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
Re: Track Parts
Here is another one! There must be a better way. I seem to hold my own in the shop stuff but, have more trouble with all my files??...the triple grouser will not be tall as in this sample (steel...
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
02-24-2013, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
Re: Track Parts
I am trying to load pictures of the undercarriage progress. Will it work??
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
02-24-2013, 10:02 AM
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Replies: 80
Views: 29,760
Re: Possible Solution For Tracked Equiptment
Are those on the vario not tapered?, every pad I've seen is well radiused and tapered. If I ever get my pic's uploaded, you will see what I have done with mine. What is the track pitch on that...
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
02-24-2013, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 80
Views: 29,760
Re: Possible Solution For Tracked Equiptment
I was waiting until I had enough posts (not sure if I am even allowed to post this) and if I need to move or delete it, let me know.
I am really into fine detail as most of you are so, whatever I do...
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Forum: Construction Equipment
02-09-2013, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 100
Views: 52,343
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Forum: Construction Equipment
02-07-2013, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 48,047
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
02-05-2013, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 8,281
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Forum: Construction Equipment
02-01-2013, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 301
Views: 150,640
Re: 990 cat loader
I'm gonna have to build low pro mining equipment for my crawl space. At best, 18" is all I have at the high end. It would be a great project though. How heavy is the loader IHBuilder?
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Forum: Construction Equipment
02-01-2013, 02:18 PM
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Replies: 366
Views: 294,122
Re: D8R +463 in 1/5,6
Dan,
It looks great, maybe I missed the thread but, did you make the control valve for the drive motors?
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Forum: Construction Equipment
01-31-2013, 05:07 AM
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Replies: 115
Views: 38,824
Re: LR634 has arrived!
MoRockN,
Did you have to wait in line for this machine, if so, did they require a deposit? I like the detail and vid looks great. Good luck with it.
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Forum: Construction Equipment
01-31-2013, 05:04 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 20,176
Re: S&M Trucking has a new loader!
Is the bucket and essentials metal or plastic? Looks great, did they require a deposit or payment in full at the begining?...another words, were they sitting on the shelf ready to ship?
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Forum: Construction Equipment
01-22-2013, 06:18 AM
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Replies: 115
Views: 38,824
Re: LR634 has arrived!
MoRockN,
Sure is a fine lookin machine. Some of the parts it's obvious that they are metal or plastic, however, some??, can you describe the material used at least for the important parts whether...
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Forum: Construction Companies & Worksites
01-22-2013, 05:34 AM
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Replies: 1,875
Views: 971,223
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Forum: Construction Companies & Worksites
01-22-2013, 05:31 AM
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Replies: 1,875
Views: 971,223
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Forum: 1:1 Your Semi's,Trucks and Equipment
01-21-2013, 05:02 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 32,344
Re: 3 stick shifting
I've driven an old white mixer 220 or 30 cummins and a 5+3 and it's fun to do so you know what it is like but, I wouldn't do it again as an everyday task for nothing, I get tired after shifting one...
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Forum: Construction Equipment
01-21-2013, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 71
Views: 38,091
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
01-21-2013, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
Re: Track Parts
I would like to work my way out of the business I am in and start doing more hobby stuff for others utilizing what I have to work with. Naturally, 1:16, 1:14 and 1:12 are much smaller and more...
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
01-21-2013, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
Re: Track Parts
Yeah, it's the one that has had slow progress as I am self employed and I think it is harder to commit more time when you are your own boss.
Can't wait to see the loader, I may bring a drawing I...
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
01-21-2013, 06:49 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
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Forum: Construction Equipment Tech
01-21-2013, 05:26 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
Re: Track Parts
That's what can be bought for 14th scale. IHSteve has machined his own track parts in steel for his dozer. Other builders, like RCLogger use K1 attachment chain & bolt on their own selfmade pads....
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