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by Big Hank
Mon Apr 05, 2010 9:26 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Waltzin' Matilda
Replies: 48
Views: 102214

Looks outta sight! Makes me sad.........I've not had a chance to start assembling mine yet...... :( Your turret made me think of an AWACs rotodome. Which made me think of the practical advantages of your shape, I recall reading the rotodome generated as much lift as drag, making it aerodynamically n...
by Big Hank
Sun Apr 04, 2010 12:16 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Sotar 20/20 owners please help....
Replies: 10
Views: 10482

Have you checked to make sure the needle is moving tightly with the trigger? I know it sounds rudimentary, but the way you describe it it doesn't seem you get repeatable, consistent foul ups. makes me wonder if something is just loose. Shot in the dark really, I have an Iwata, not too familiar with ...
by Big Hank
Sat Apr 03, 2010 8:46 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Waltzin' Matilda
Replies: 48
Views: 102214

Those little bumpers are cool looking and fit the bill nicely. Are they made of silicone? Would you prime that with acrylic if it was silicone?
by Big Hank
Wed Mar 31, 2010 10:53 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Zero-G Led Sled
Replies: 7
Views: 21520

Why so small.... :twisted: LOL! I didn't pay attention to the scale when I was tinkering away. I like the idea of it being Gi-Nor-Mous but in real world terms it will scale out about half the size(ish). I am working on learning how to make ovals and "intersects" with the program now, so m...
by Big Hank
Wed Mar 31, 2010 9:57 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Zero-G Led Sled
Replies: 7
Views: 21520

Okay, since I can't get started til the weekend, and my sketching skills are weak, I found a simple free 3-d sketching program to pass the time. Nice easy program, I was able to do this simple mock up in about a half hour. Imagine what I can do after I read the instructions LOL! http://s334.photobuc...
by Big Hank
Wed Mar 31, 2010 5:54 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Waltzin' Matilda
Replies: 48
Views: 102214

Interesting shapes.. I cannot recall seeing lids/tops that interesting down here. They are probably out there.. so I must look harder See if you can find plastic quart sized milk jugs, that's where I recognize them. Also pint sized milk "chugs" from McArthur and Velda Farms, 2 U.S. dairie...
by Big Hank
Tue Mar 30, 2010 10:21 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: The Practicle aspects of Hover Tank design. Discus not Argue
Replies: 113
Views: 285213

I believe I'll have a pair of "emergency" treads on mine. In my backstory, the hover tank technology in question isn't 100% reliable, LOL. Or maybe susceptible to damage/failure. I think some treads for a "limp mode" might be the trick, as well as tying in the terrestrial technol...
by Big Hank
Tue Mar 30, 2010 9:01 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Gravtank by Domenech1776
Replies: 28
Views: 106020

Nice! I like the the offset barrel on the turret, add some character. :8)
by Big Hank
Tue Mar 30, 2010 8:58 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Blappy's 1/72 scale Samanty Systems G-88 Mk-I
Replies: 19
Views: 43109

I particularly like the angles of the underside and the barrel. Most excellent. :)
by Big Hank
Tue Mar 30, 2010 8:52 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Waltzin' Matilda
Replies: 48
Views: 102214

Sharp design! I can see it snaking it's way around corners. Your approach to the fans is great too! Will the landing gear be retractable? I'm still tossing ideas for gear on mine, but I may have a somewhat novel workaround.

Keep up the great work! :D
by Big Hank
Mon Mar 29, 2010 11:41 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Zero-G Led Sled
Replies: 7
Views: 21520

You are correct on the chain gun deal, this is more of a "Vulcan " cannon. I haven't quite nailed the idea on paper, it's been like 3 years since I picked up a pencil. I do have slightly "Marvel comic/mech-ish/Anime" drawing style (albeit rusty) so you may see some of that influe...
by Big Hank
Mon Mar 29, 2010 11:37 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Cabal Hover tank
Replies: 51
Views: 121463

yeah man! I can see it that way....and it rocks! Love the rear thrusters! :8)
by Big Hank
Mon Mar 29, 2010 9:28 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Zero-G Led Sled
Replies: 7
Views: 21520

Zero-G Led Sled

Here's a quick sketch of my basic idea for my entry. Had to snap a pic of it, scanner is at my house, but I'm at my girlfriend's house. Ah well. Will get better sketches up as time allows, time to dig through my BoG. http://s334.photobucket.com/albums/m422/hankbig/Hover%20Tank%20Challenge%20SSM/?act...
by Big Hank
Mon Mar 29, 2010 12:26 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Buzzbomb's Glaive Battle Tank
Replies: 23
Views: 72628

I like it! Sleek...... For gimbles, maybe a set of Heim Joints could work. I don't know if you can find the exact size you need though. It would give you directional thrust. Heim Joint: http://s334.photobucket.com/albums/m422/hankbig/Hover%20Tank%20Challenge%20SSM/?action=view&current=heimjoint....
by Big Hank
Mon Mar 29, 2010 12:26 pm
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Buzzbomb's Glaive Battle Tank
Replies: 23
Views: 72628

Sorry, double post. Still getting the hang of the site! LOL
by Big Hank
Mon Mar 29, 2010 10:21 am
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Hover tank challenge
Replies: 143
Views: 555454

Sounds good! Most likely I'll be scratching the hull anyway. After I do some sketching, I'll start a WIP thread. Great challenge idea!
by Big Hank
Mon Mar 29, 2010 12:10 am
Forum: Hover Tank Challenge
Topic: Hover tank challenge
Replies: 143
Views: 555454

Hey guys, Can anyone join in?

Sorry I'm late to the party but this sounds like a blast, and I have a few ideas for a hover/anti-grav tank.

If it's cool I'll start a WIP thread after I gather my partsez. :D
by Big Hank
Fri Jan 01, 2010 6:32 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Bussard blade motors.
Replies: 20
Views: 20535

I don't know if this could help out since these aren't very "torquey", but they work for me! www.solarbotics.com offers a nice range of very compact micro DC motors. I use them often in my custom Transformer action figures. I am currently using one to rotate the barrels on a small gatling ...
by Big Hank
Tue Sep 01, 2009 8:39 pm
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Flaring very small diameter brass tube!
Replies: 3
Views: 4450

Thanks guys! Both great ideas. For this instance I can use aluminum, but I see occasions where I may need brass or copper for soldering wire to, but again I may be able to just use aluminum and wrap the solder end with copper tape! Well guys, I'm off to practice and sorry for posting in scratchbuild...
by Big Hank
Sat Aug 29, 2009 6:50 pm
Forum: Scratchbuilding
Topic: Flaring very small diameter brass tube!
Replies: 3
Views: 4450

Flaring very small diameter brass tube!

Hey gang, like the title says, are there any tricks for flaring small tube stock? Or perhaps some industrious type has created a mini flaring tool. I can't find anything online to point me in the right direction. Thanks a ton! :D
by Big Hank
Sat Sep 20, 2008 11:56 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Nano sized LEDs
Replies: 16
Views: 11324

I found this bit of info on the NGineering site about working with the small leds. http://www.ngineering.com/2x3_wiring_tips.htm Very good and useful tut! I imagine 2x3 refers to 2mmx3mm size. when I use the "nanos", which are 1mmx.5mm, I tend to build a simple holder out of styrene rod a...
by Big Hank
Sat Sep 20, 2008 9:43 pm
Forum: Lighting & Electronics
Topic: Nano sized LEDs
Replies: 16
Views: 11324

Hey Folks! Just stumbled on this site and I must say, I'll be hangin' around here for a while!! Great stuff everywhere! As for soldering those nano LEDs, I have used a 30 watt iron and can't seem to kill 'em. They can be a ROYAL PAIN to work with, however. I would not recommend soldering them whislt...