I did some driving and testing today. The tank drives pretty nice. Overall the BARC4 does what its supposed to and it will stay in this tank, possibly forever. Mainly because the mating IR receiver base is semi permenantly mounted in the turret. I can modify turret operations if I get another radio and move elevation off onto a separate channel. If I can find a radio with a toggle on top that goes both directions with the servo (unlike my dx5 which only does landing gear one direction) then I can run my continuous servo elevation with that single pole double throw toggle, hopefully I can make it momentary too.

So I started working on my crew. I haven't painted a military figure since I was maybe 14 or so. Been a long time. The figures aren't completely assembled yet since some parts cant go on till they are painted as they would interfere with painting.


And here is a video that is better representative of a good operating BARC and my attitude.


The editing is still taking time, its sideways on youtube right now but should turn right side up soon.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkctOE7YoTM