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Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 02-11-2014, 05:49 AM
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Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

Thanks.
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-08-2013, 10:12 PM
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Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

Got a motor and transmission, just looking for a reducer now.
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-08-2013, 06:17 PM
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Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

That it is, and still completely static!

Over the weekend, I ordered some aluminum channel, and material for the cross members.

I've been working on preliminary CAD drawings for the mounting...
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-05-2013, 10:06 AM
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Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

Jim,

That reminds me, I need to get a reducer to go with the motor and transmission, I have yet to address!

Rob
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-05-2013, 09:06 AM
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Views: 28,135
Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

:cop: Ok boys. settle down, or take it outside the forum!

I've been searching ebay for construction materials, and some of the basic parts I'll need for the build. I found some Tamiya TAM9808205...
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-04-2013, 09:36 AM
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Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

Can you provide me with any information on the fasteners you used?
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-03-2013, 08:42 PM
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Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

I saw this in your build photos. It looks like there is a brass bushing inside the tire, that is glued in? I looked at the axle you recommended, but need to know the size of the nut to put on the...
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-03-2013, 06:53 PM
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Views: 28,135
Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

You know, I believe you're correct! Thanks for pointing that out to me.
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-03-2013, 05:20 PM
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Views: 28,135
Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

I don't have any problem doing that, I'm not sure if the axle shaft in the differential, is large enough to put the pin in.
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-03-2013, 02:47 PM
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Views: 28,135
Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

I looked at the axle you suggested. The width looks like it would work just fine. Now for another piece of the puzzle. I need help with is attaching the dual rear wheels to the axle and shaft. Did...
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-03-2013, 10:25 AM
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Views: 28,135
Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

Now wait a minute, I'm one of "those people", but I will remain anonymous!



I've seen many of them on youtube, so maybe my first stop should be with Scott. Thanks for suggesting him.
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-03-2013, 10:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 28,135
Posted By rsd53
Re: Tonka Conversion

Thanks for your interest.

I don't see mounting axles as a problem, but maintaining the stock width is. The truck is made of pressed steel and its thickness is .035". Outside of the frame at the...
Forum: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Vehicles 10-03-2013, 07:41 AM
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Views: 28,135
Posted By rsd53
Tonka Conversion

I've had an affection for 50's a& 60's Tonka fire trucks since I discovered them, as a child. Although I never got one back then, I have finally filled that 55 year old void, with some eBay...
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