Overlander's MAN 5 Ton Project [Archive]

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:25 PM

I will post all of my construction photos for my MAN 5ton truck here.

I want this truck to be assembled completely with fasteners using no glue at all. This way I can modify and/or rebuild it as necessary.

Of course you don't have to do this when you build a TTT but this is just something I wanted to do.

First pic is of the initial design:

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:29 PM

These are some initial shots of the frame in prototype.

I want both exls to articulate. The rear axle/gearbox is suspended at a balance pivot point to allow it to swing side to side.

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:29 PM

Side

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:30 PM

Bottom

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:33 PM

Further development of chassis.

My 3D CAD model allowed me to vizualize the interference between the servo and the chassis. This allowed me to notch the main chassis rail to accomodate the servo housing.

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:34 PM

Here a considerable amount of plastic has been removed from the bottom of the cargo bed.

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:35 PM

How the notch lines up with the servo hole. Also the 2mm mounting screws for th cargo bed.

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:37 PM

Showing how the chassis fits flat against the botom of the cargo bed.

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:38 PM

Showing servo clearence.

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:39 PM

Showing front view. Notice the 1.5mm holes in the front of the chassis to mount the drivers cab.

Overlander

02-23-2003, 05:40 PM

Asembled with simple steering linkage. Also note the spreings on either side of the gearbox. These will be adjusted.

Alex

02-25-2003, 04:33 PM

did u make these parts your using? (chassie axles gear box ect) if so where did u get them??:confused:

killer

02-26-2003, 03:51 AM

:ö: Alex,
1/87 rc truck parts are mostly handmade/fabricated, but there is one shop that sell 1/87 TTTT parts, all you have to do is add the electronics.... but there was a report that those part are of poor quality... am not sure though haven't tested one of his product yet, but hey it's your call. -æ

heres the site: www.stoehrnet.de

Racer9

03-03-2003, 05:48 PM

any guests out there join now and have the time of your life!:D :cool: :eek: :p :( :( BTW I'm sorry!

Overlander

03-03-2003, 08:00 PM

Image

Overlander

03-03-2003, 08:01 PM

Almost finished.....

Overlander

03-03-2003, 08:02 PM

Tail lights. I still need to add a few details to the body.....

Overlander

03-03-2003, 08:04 PM

Just so you know before examining these next two images, I can build anything, just don't ask me to make the wireing pretty.

In these images, I was just experimenting with the way I would have the wires for the lights routed.

Overlander

03-03-2003, 08:06 PM

Conceptual wire routing.

I used the chassis as a ground plane just like a real vehicle. all the negative wires connect to the chassis.

Switch number 1 is the radio. Number 2 is the lights.

Overlander

03-03-2003, 08:07 PM

Still a few details to add and some paint.....

arch2b

03-03-2003, 08:41 PM

i'm in awe:D
what kind of leds are those?i haven't worked with anything smaller than t1's.

Racer9

03-04-2003, 04:27 PM

OH MY GOD!!!!!!!!!! WHOA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D :cool: :eek: :p first of all i'm sorry for being stupid and also for posting in this thread!:o

Overlander

03-04-2003, 05:40 PM

Racer9,

Being stupid is o.k.

Posting on this thread is o.k.

But being stupid and posting on this thread is inexcusible:p:D ;)

Racer9

03-04-2003, 07:42 PM

Did you read about my idea for a rotary bit engine? That is what I mean by being stupid! It is "Rotary" BTW LOL

Racer9

03-04-2003, 07:42 PM

I like your truck and envy you very much!

hazzamaya

08-04-2003, 03:27 PM

I wish i had the ££££ to make a TTTT...:o :(