Sounds like a plan! Here is another build that was featured here a while back, this gentleman built a Leopard 1, also in 1/12 scale. His track system also consists of chains and pads:

http://www.rctankwarfare.co.uk/forum...hp?f=33&t=9308

Video of it running:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYOaO4j3YYo Personally I think it looks great. At the end of the day, as long as you are satisfied with your tank, then it's all that matters!