snakestretcher52

Is it feasible? Of all the functions on my tank the over-exaggerated body recoil is the least realistic, to the point of annoyance. Is there a remedy?

Thanks.

Rebellion13

Yes there are two options

1) http://www.welshdragonmodels.co.uk/t...oard-867-p.asp


2) DBC/DBU from http://rctankwars.com/

option one, If I recall some members have used this, the cheaper route, but I can't comment on how well it works.

option two, This is a battle system that is compatible with the Tamiya system. More expensive, but it creates inertia effect with the tank, meaning the tank starts out slow then builds up speed, also slows the tank down when stopping, more realistic,not just a sudden stop. Also has firing and hit sounds, and you can disable the recoil. Plus Phil who runs rctankwars is a real contributor to this hobby and his customer service is top notch. Oops almost forgot, you can still use the Heng Long transmitter with this or with the other version, (DBCRC2) you can use an aftermarket transmitter.

hope this helps.
Wade

M41A3

I have the ARM unit from tank-modellbau.de installed... Take a look at this and see for your self how it works..

Tor

1sgt

Do you know if that can be used on the aorsoft version?

Jim

B/Man

A third option is to make a recoil blocker yourself.
Details on how to can be found here: http://www.hobbyhavoc.com/forum/index.php?topic=1559.0

Rebellion13

I am not sure on that, but I think the airsoft and recoil both have two wires and operate the same way, so in theory I think so

gorehound

Hi

The ARM unit from Welsh-Dragon and other suppliers works with the airsoft versions perfectly. I have one fitted and it makes a huge improvement as I never liked the recoil - the standard HL recoil makes the tank jump like a demented frog on acid in my opinion

cheers
Gorehound

1sgt

Gorehound,
Thanks for the info and to all else who answered. Are there any speacial conections as I thought I read the instructions were in German?

Jim

gorehound

Hi Jim

If I remember correctly the instructions were in German but had plenty pictures so were not a problem. It was a while back I fitted mine but if you go for it and are not sure let me know and I will take a look inside my own tank to jog the old memory and should be able to help you out.

cheers
Gorehound

shenlonco

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How the heck do you order from there site if you are in the US?
Anyone have these in the USA?
Thanks

gorehound

Hi Shenloco

WelshDragon will post to you in the US and from what others have said on the forum from your side of the pond, the rates for postage are good and things get shipped fast. If you cannot get one Stateside it is worth considering using them.

cheers
Gorehound

shenlonco

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THANKS just ordered one from them.
I have one? though can this be used with the DBU battle system?
I want to disable the roll back of the tank but keep the flash from the canon?
Thanks

gorehound

Hi

I don't have a DBU system fitted, only the recoil blocker. I should not see a problem though with keeping the flash as all the ARM module does is block power to the motors when you press the fire button. The flash and sounds should still come out when you fire.

cheers
Gorehound

shenlonco

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Cool that's what i thought.

Panther G

The DBU system has the recoil blocking built into its system. That is on of its best functions, I believe.

shenlonco

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Hi Panther G I know the DBU has the blocking feature but the canon needs to flash and when blocked it don't flash... Bumnmer[&o]

snakestretcher52

Thanks for all the replies, and apologies for not responding earlier-real life took over for a while!

Snake.

Wight

This link is fantastic,I may have a go at it myself.
Just need to get the components.
Thanks B/Man.

Panther G

I think that was one of the best tutorials I have ever seen. Very clear pics and great description. I may just crack the old Mk III open and give her a try.

Harquebus

Greetings all. Back into HL tanks after a looong hiatus--I think the problem was AMS (Advanced Modeler Syndrome); had my tank (old Snow Leopard) dismantled for cosmetic improvements for so long, just lost interest in it. But I digress.

Most of these links are disabled or no longer link to what they were linked to. Did find this one: http://www.rc-panzerketten-forum.com...threadid=30187

Has anyone tried it?

Imex-Erik

Hey so I kinda laughed at this when I seen it... but the easiest way to turn off the body recoil is just to disconnect the recoil plug

1sgt

What recoil plug??

Jim

Imex-Erik

See the part labeled "E" here. On our tanks if you just disconnect this connector it will not do a track recoil. On an airsoft version there will be two wires coming down off a contact switch on the airsoft unit. This plugs directly into plug E. Just remove it and you will have no track recoil
On the IR version there will be a 5 wire plug going there, but there will be a 3+2 a bit up the cord if you follow it up in the same position. Unplug that 2 wire connector but leave the 5 pin plug connected.
Thats it On the HL system it will be very close to this.

Harquebus

My board doesn't look like that; mine is 9 years old! Looks nice though--cooling fan and all.

What are "your" tanks like?

Imex-Erik

My derp, I should of looked at the dates haha
Our tanks have the recoil in the track as well as recoil in the barrel for IR models. The track recoil disabling has been asked more than a few times from IR battlers. Most know you can just remove this cord, but the new guys don't yet. You can also permanently disable it by removing the contact switch on the firing unit that goes to the port. I of course am always happy to help with this mod.