my first semi build (dump)

[RCP57]

Originally Posted by chaseracer

Sounds like a plan Reg just waiting on new esc for truck the one I have in it doesn't like the 3cell lipo it gets warm and cuts out

For sure! Let me know when you get it sorted out and will set up a play day.

[D8R]

thanks I guess and sorry for my bad video I think lol not sure what you are trying to say Dan ? I wish I was a probuilder like you guys my mouth drops everytime I see a build from the you and the other pro builders on this forum I'm not in that league.
and about the jumpy driving that was me lol I was just playing around it would drive smooth if I was trying and the video was just a test. and as for a sound mfu I can't see me paying that much money for sound as cool as it is it is over priced, maybe someday.

Sorry if I was unclear, what I'm trying to say (after attending to big shows like in Friedrichshafen 3 years now) that a lot of very fine builds are runned at just to high speeds. I'm planning to build a tractor trailer combo for my D8, with the weight of hole combination (~700lbs) it will not be possible to accelerate/brake very fast.
I´m just trying to learn what's available and how this can be used when it comes to speed regulators.
And about your modeling capacity, don't need to be sorry, I like this Autocar dumptruck a lot, you realy have the skills to make it look prototypical (like the front windows, fenders, grille guard ............).
Dan

[chaseracer]

Originally Posted by D8R

Sorry if I was unclear, what I'm trying to say (after attending to big shows like in Friedrichshafen 3 years now) that a lot of very fine builds are runned at just to high speeds. I'm planning to build a tractor trailer combo for my D8, with the weight of hole combination (~700lbs) it will not be possible to accelerate/brake very fast.
I´m just trying to learn what's available and how this can be used when it comes to speed regulators.
And about your modeling capacity, don't need to be sorry, I like this Autocar dumptruck a lot, you realy have the skills to make it look prototypical (like the front windows, fenders, grille guard ............).
Dan

I get you now Dan.. yes hauling that d8 of yours would be a task for sure u almost would need a speed control system from a electic wheel chair or scooter to pull that lol

[Exile Trucking]

Originally Posted by chaseracer

thanks Joe, no they do not come with end caps ;( but my friend is making me some there just not ready yet. and the tail gate does lock its just little different then normal

Hi. Mike here. aka chaseracer's cap making friend.

Jason is a good guy that gives me lots of stuff to do that chalenges me as a new [and i use this word lightly] machinest.

So the latest project is center caps for his wheels. Took some measurements off the wheel and then went to put it back on the front axle. Only to find that when it was tight the wheel is locked up. Took it apart and figured out the the total measurement of the two bearings and the sholder inside the rim were 0.022 more then the shank they ride on.

Dam, guess i have to do some milling to his nice new wheels [no presure at all]
So I took a peasce of scrap and made the bearing fit just right before I chuck up a wheel in the mill.



After that I was sure it was right and took 0.025 out of the backside of the bearing sholder. Hot dam it worked just like hopped it would. Nice and tight but free to spin.



Now thats the wheel works back to making caps....not yet. The snout on the front wheel stands out to far for the look jason wants.



As you can see so does the axle stub. Cool something thats a no brainer. Just trim it down.



lol. Back to the mill with the new wheels. By by snout.



Time to make a cap.



No picture of it but there is a releaf in the backside of the cap for the axle stub and nut.



Heres the evolution of the caps I made with the right end one being the one Jason liked the most for the look he wants.



In the end this is what they look like.





Back wheels next time.

Thanks for lookin
Mike

[chaseracer]

good to see you on the forum Mike, and great job on the caps I can't wait to get them back so I can get the Autocar back together and get it hauling some loads. Mike has made me some awesome custom wheels and pieces for my crawlers over the years and now my caps for my Autocar wheels.

[tracksntreadslou]

Great build Jason ..took a while but well worth the wait ...Now if you left it in joes basemant for a few months it would look perfect ..lol..Good job and cant wait to load er up

[chaseracer]

Originally Posted by tracksntreadslou

Great build Jason ..took a while but well worth the wait ...Now if you left it in joes basemant for a few months it would look perfect ..lol..Good job and cant wait to load er up

thanks Lou..yes a long time coming because I had no shop time this year it felt like. I'm pretty happy with it. lots I'm not happy with and would do different but all in all ok, next one will be better . yes it needs to get dirty for sure. soon it will be I hope. and looking forward to bringing it up island with you guys this year

[RCLogger]

Great build Jason
Looking forward to getting you out playing in the dirt. Be fun getting that one dirt. You must know me as you put short stacks on your truck, I dont think Lou could even TAG them...

Greg

[chaseracer]

Originally Posted by RCLogger

Great build Jason
Looking forward to getting you out playing in the dirt. Be fun getting that one dirt. You must know me as you put short stacks on your truck, I dont think Lou could even TAG them...

Greg

haha thanks Greg . the short stacks look better for this truck I think. plus I dont have to worry about anyone hitting I guess

[tracksntreadslou]

Originally Posted by RCLogger

Great build Jason
Looking forward to getting you out playing in the dirt. Be fun getting that one dirt. You must know me as you put short stacks on your truck, I dont think Lou could even TAG them...

Greg

Lmao..I think iv tagged Robs a time or two ..Lol..Yes short stacks are good

[doodlebug]

Hey Dan, I'll get you some info for building a big semi truck drive train. Hydrostatic drive is the ticket. I'm out driving over the road, be back to the house soon.
Cheer's, Neil.

[Espeefan]

That has to be the smoothest screw drive dump mechanism I have ever heard, or seen, run. Great job with that! Most howl and whine, when lifting, but yours sounds quiet and smooth. I'm sure it will handle whatever you can throw in the box.

[RCLogger]

Fine work Mike. Nice to see two guys getting-her-done.

Greg

[Exile Trucking]

Originally Posted by RCLogger

Fine work Mike. Nice to see two guys getting-her-done.

Greg

Thanks Greg. Jason has made a very cool truck here. He has great skills and ideas. Its cool that I get to help out here and there with my mill and laith, and its always good to have to have someone else to bounce ideas off of. Between the both of us we can solve almsot any puzzle, or at least have fun tring.

Mike

[RCP57]

Haha, sooke is a hot bed of RC builders....

Nice job on the wheels!

[dabears]

Beautiful Work! Wheels and caps look great!

[steamer]

Welcome to the forum Mike. Nice job on the caps. Got any plans to start building construction models yourself. Great hobby, very relaxing.
Rob

[Exile Trucking]

Originally Posted by steamer

Welcome to the forum Mike. Nice job on the caps. Got any plans to start building construction models yourself. Great hobby, very relaxing.
Rob

Thanks for the welcome Rob. Jasons truck has takin me away from my rock crawlers. I just got a King hauler kit yesterday. Will get into it as soon as I get jason truck out of the shop.

Mike

[RCP57]

Originally Posted by Exile Trucking

Thanks for the welcome Rob. Jasons truck has takin me away from my rock crawlers. I just got a King hauler kit yesterday. Will get into it as soon as I get jason truck out of the shop.

Mike

Sweet! There might be a local get together yet! It's nice to see another builder on the south island. You guys aren't allowed to get me into scale crawling though.lol

Reg

[chaseracer]

Originally Posted by RCP57

Sweet! There might be a local get together yet! It's nice to see another builder on the south island. You guys aren't allowed to get me into scale crawling though.lol

Reg

oh come on Reg it is way too much fun

between Mike and I we probably have 15 or more scale crawlers so we could always let you use one.

doesn't it look fun Reg ?