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Old 07-28-2012, 08:54 AM
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So, I have put a lot of thought (and hairpulling) into the idea of rebuilding the prototype.
Obviously there were some scale size miscalculations...my intended scale size is 1:18.
My prototype build is actually 1:16.6 scale.

I really didn't want to print, cut and reassemble everything I have done so far.
But then, theres the issue of recent Frame and Chassis changes...updates... added details.
Thats all a good reason to rebuild from scratch.

But...after more hairpulling (lol) I have decided to make the changes to the existing prototype
build and rescale the final model after this build is complete.
(So the final model will be 1:18 scale...just pretend that what I am building at!)

To the existing build I have:
-cut out an unwanted Frame Member,
-modified the forward Frame Member,
-built and installed a new Motor,
-installed a newly designed Driveshaft, Gear Box and mounting plates.



I am now getting ready to install the remaining substructure parts for the Track Housings.

But for fun, I tested out the Track links last night.
I will be creating a linked track...however the links will be glued together (not pinned or hinged)
The Track is still fairly flexible and should wrap around the Housing easily.
I am hoping my calculations are correct and the overall length of each Track will fit the Housing.
The Track should be a touch long, and I am installing the front Track tensioners so you can tighten
the Track to the Housing.

Heres a test link assembly...
Each link is folded and glued.
Then you have to shape the tread.
Attach the extra Tread part.
Then overlap and glue the links.



Looks good so far.
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