Airsoft and IR ?
05-02-2010 | 09:50 AM
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Airsoft and IR ?
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
05-02-2010 | 09:55 AM
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It can be done. i just can't remember which system you need to use. I was told that the RCCommand battle system will allow this, so I would think that the DBC would also. I dont want his to become a big debate about those two all over again so I would contact both and ask them.
05-02-2010 | 10:11 AM
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RE: Airsoft and IR ?
ORIGINAL: Panther G
It can be done. i just can't remember which system you need to use. I was told that the RCCommand battle system will allow this, so I would think that the DBC would also. I dont want his to become a big debate about those two all over again so I would contact both and ask them.
It can be done. i just can't remember which system you need to use. I was told that the RCCommand battle system will allow this, so I would think that the DBC would also. I dont want his to become a big debate about those two all over again so I would contact both and ask them.
Panther G,
Agreed, I would just like to do both. I like my airsoft, but would like to IR battle them as well. I only live about 5 hours from Danville, so I would love to be able to tank with those guys. I see merits in both systems. Just seems a shame no one has come up with a dual system to satisfy both markets.
Jim
05-02-2010 | 11:35 AM
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Two tanks, each with different systems. They are cheap enough to have duplicates.
Man, only 5 hours away? Must be nice, it's over 13 (or so) hours for me. [
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- Jeff
Man, only 5 hours away? Must be nice, it's over 13 (or so) hours for me. [
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05-02-2010 | 11:49 AM
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what is neccesary to have ir? not very familar with it but creepingdeaths new gun system uses a new type of airsoft gun. how much ir stuff goes into the turret? i know you need an apple on top but does a module go into the turret? i talked to cd about this a little they said that dry firing their gun wont wreck it at all. and it fires using a single burst of current. so with ir do you use the left stick to fire the ir gun? i must admit this would be quite cool to be able to paintball fight and have ir all with the cool recoil effects. I have seen some raw footage of the cd gun in a tiger and it is very nice. i'll always like airsoft but just having ir would be nice too.
05-02-2010 | 01:29 PM
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RE: Airsoft and IR ?
ORIGINAL: Panther F
Two tanks, each with different systems. They are cheap enough to have duplicates.
Man, only 5 hours away? Must be nice, it's over 13 (or so) hours for me. []
- Jeff
Two tanks, each with different systems. They are cheap enough to have duplicates.
Man, only 5 hours away? Must be nice, it's over 13 (or so) hours for me. [
]- Jeff
Jeff,
Times are tuff. Some of us need to economize. I wanted the new H an L Panther, but had to settle for a PZIV from raidentech ( hope it arrives OK ) so a comprimise would definitly work.
Jim
05-02-2010 | 01:48 PM
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ORIGINAL: 1sgt
Jeff,
Times are tuff. Some of us need to economize. I wanted the new H an L Panther, but had to settle for a PZIV from raidentech ( hope it arrives OK ) so a comprimise would definitly work.
Jim
ORIGINAL: Panther F
Two tanks, each with different systems. They are cheap enough to have duplicates.
Man, only 5 hours away? Must be nice, it's over 13 (or so) hours for me. []
- Jeff
Two tanks, each with different systems. They are cheap enough to have duplicates.
Man, only 5 hours away? Must be nice, it's over 13 (or so) hours for me. [
]- Jeff
Jeff,
Times are tuff. Some of us need to economize. I wanted the new H an L Panther, but had to settle for a PZIV from raidentech ( hope it arrives OK ) so a comprimise would definitly work.
Jim
Sorry to hear that times are tough for you and you need say no more for I am no stranger to that situation. In my world when things get rough the hobby is the first thing to go, let alone thinking of economizing or in this case, compromising.
If you knew anything about these boards you would know they cannot do both IR and AS as a completely redesigned system would have to be built. Maybe you could be the pioneer of such a system and have a supplemental income on the side to support your hobby?
- Jeff
05-02-2010 | 02:05 PM
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I am all confused. wouldnt a rx18 support ir? now if a dbc unit is the common ir module how many volts does it take to trigger? i'm just not seeing why the 2 systems could not work together? i have no clue how a dbc works, hell not even sure how ir works on a rx18. but wouldnt it the ir system have to turn on and turn off? if both ir systems work with aisatam and hl recoils i cant see a problem with airsoft too.
05-02-2010 | 02:19 PM
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RE: Airsoft and IR ?
ORIGINAL: Panther F
Jim,
Sorry to hear that times are tough for you and you need say no more for I am no stranger to that situation. In my world when things get rough the hobby is the first thing to go, let alone thinking of economizing or in this case, compromising.
If you knew anything about these boards you would know they cannot do both IR and AS as a completely redesigned system would have to be built. Maybe you could be the pioneer of such a system and have a supplemental income on the side to support your hobby?
- Jeff
ORIGINAL: 1sgt
Jeff,
Times are tuff. Some of us need to economize. I wanted the new H an L Panther, but had to settle for a PZIV from raidentech ( hope it arrives OK ) so a comprimise would definitly work.
Jim
ORIGINAL: Panther F
Two tanks, each with different systems. They are cheap enough to have duplicates.
Man, only 5 hours away? Must be nice, it's over 13 (or so) hours for me. []
- Jeff
Two tanks, each with different systems. They are cheap enough to have duplicates.
Man, only 5 hours away? Must be nice, it's over 13 (or so) hours for me. [
]- Jeff
Jeff,
Times are tuff. Some of us need to economize. I wanted the new H an L Panther, but had to settle for a PZIV from raidentech ( hope it arrives OK ) so a comprimise would definitly work.
Jim
Sorry to hear that times are tough for you and you need say no more for I am no stranger to that situation. In my world when things get rough the hobby is the first thing to go, let alone thinking of economizing or in this case, compromising.
If you knew anything about these boards you would know they cannot do both IR and AS as a completely redesigned system would have to be built. Maybe you could be the pioneer of such a system and have a supplemental income on the side to support your hobby?
- Jeff
He he he he he, If I could do such, I may not have found myself in the situation I'm currently in. It's not so bad, after all, I did come up with some spare $ to buy the new tank after all, even if I had to trust Raidentech. There's folks out there losing houses and no food on the plate. No I have nothing to feel bad about.
Jim
05-02-2010 | 02:38 PM
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I was considering an option to install muzzle flash while retaining the airsoft unit. Not sure how the IR electronics would set up since I don't own it......but having a muzzle flash and airsoft would be quite easy to do.
05-02-2010 | 02:41 PM
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RE: Airsoft and IR ?
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I am all confused. wouldnt a rx18 support ir? now if a dbc unit is the common ir module how many volts does it take to trigger? i'm just not seeing why the 2 systems could not work together? i have no clue how a dbc works, hell not even sure how ir works on a rx18. but wouldnt it the ir system have to turn on and turn off? if both ir systems work with aisatam and hl recoils i cant see a problem with airsoft too.
I am all confused. wouldnt a rx18 support ir? now if a dbc unit is the common ir module how many volts does it take to trigger? i'm just not seeing why the 2 systems could not work together? i have no clue how a dbc works, hell not even sure how ir works on a rx18. but wouldnt it the ir system have to turn on and turn off? if both ir systems work with aisatam and hl recoils i cant see a problem with airsoft too.
My thoughts exactly. I mean like I said, you may have to unplug one system to run the other, or at least have a switch interface between the two systems. In basic thought, it should work, in reality I don't know and don't have the expertise to figure it out. That's why I'm hoping some of the RC wizards will take an interest.
Jim
05-02-2010 | 06:10 PM
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Well sarge if you want to go too Danville you should really consider a system that makes it Tamiya compatible obviously. Although I have very good relations with bill at RCC the DBC system can be used with a good hobby grade radio and reciever which would really be a big plus. Get away from the cheap AM frequ systems (HL) and go with the DBCRC2. You just need to work out a way to get a gun flash incorperated into the works. One way to do this is get an Asiatam FO turret for the IR system. It's a good option . Costs as much as another tank so Jeff is correct too, Just buy another tank to set up FO IR. Then you can have the best of both worlds and gives you an excuse too get the CO at the house too allow you to get another tank LOL.
05-03-2010 | 09:09 AM
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Considering the Tamiya IR tank. Adding the converting to Airsoft may not be that difficult.
Off the top of my head it seems the recoil unit could be replaced with the airsoft unit as it actuates when firing already and delivers voltage to the unit until switched out by limit switch.
This setup may allow for both IR/AS operating at the same time (minus recoil).
Off the top of my head it seems the recoil unit could be replaced with the airsoft unit as it actuates when firing already and delivers voltage to the unit until switched out by limit switch.
This setup may allow for both IR/AS operating at the same time (minus recoil).
05-03-2010 | 09:36 AM
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All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
Hello 1sgt,
With the DBC/ DBU or the DBCRC2 IR battle systems you can easily have a tank that will do both IR and Airsoft! Nothing special, the 2 DBC systems uses the Heng long K buttom to FIRE the IR LED,,, so not a problem with the left stick up for Airsoft BB fire!
The only problem you could run into is with some clubs that want a cannon flash,, they may just accept the tank rock, that shows that you fired, and that is why they want to see a cannon flash anyway! Or you could mount a flash on the mantle or put it in a spot light setup or something! But electrically there is nothing special you need to do!
Now to be a little fancy you could put a micro switch in the radio at the base of the left stick forward. This will allow you to shoot IR and Airsoft at the same time!
the Blitz
05-03-2010 | 02:00 PM
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RE: Airsoft and IR ?
ORIGINAL: Panther G
Well sarge if you want to go too Danville you should really consider a system that makes it Tamiya compatible obviously. Although I have very good relations with bill at RCC the DBC system can be used with a good hobby grade radio and reciever which would really be a big plus. Get away from the cheap AM frequ systems (HL) and go with the DBCRC2. You just need to work out a way to get a gun flash incorperated into the works. One way to do this is get an Asiatam FO turret for the IR system. It's a good option . Costs as much as another tank so Jeff is correct too, Just buy another tank to set up FO IR. Then you can have the best of both worlds and gives you an excuse too get the CO at the house too allow you to get another tank LOL.
Well sarge if you want to go too Danville you should really consider a system that makes it Tamiya compatible obviously. Although I have very good relations with bill at RCC the DBC system can be used with a good hobby grade radio and reciever which would really be a big plus. Get away from the cheap AM frequ systems (HL) and go with the DBCRC2. You just need to work out a way to get a gun flash incorperated into the works. One way to do this is get an Asiatam FO turret for the IR system. It's a good option . Costs as much as another tank so Jeff is correct too, Just buy another tank to set up FO IR. Then you can have the best of both worlds and gives you an excuse too get the CO at the house too allow you to get another tank LOL.
Kitty G ( just kidding, a pun on the sarge usage)
That is also another option, but I had to send my wife to Europe to visit family just so I could get another tank. Going that route, I may have to send her on a world cruise next LOL. Thanks for all the ideas.
Jim
05-03-2010 | 02:10 PM
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Hello 1sgt,
With the DBC/ DBU or the DBCRC2 IR battle systems you can easily have a tank that will do both IR and Airsoft! Nothing special, the 2 DBC systems uses the Heng long K buttom to FIRE the IR LED,,, so not a problem with the left stick up for Airsoft BB fire!
The only problem you could run into is with some clubs that want a cannon flash,, they may just accept the tank rock, that shows that you fired, and that is why they want to see a cannon flash anyway! Or you could mount a flash on the mantle or put it in a spot light setup or something! But electrically there is nothing special you need to do!
Now to be a little fancy you could put a micro switch in the radio at the base of the left stick forward. This will allow you to shoot IR and Airsoft at the same time!
the Blitz
ORIGINAL: 1sgt
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
Hello 1sgt,
With the DBC/ DBU or the DBCRC2 IR battle systems you can easily have a tank that will do both IR and Airsoft! Nothing special, the 2 DBC systems uses the Heng long K buttom to FIRE the IR LED,,, so not a problem with the left stick up for Airsoft BB fire!
The only problem you could run into is with some clubs that want a cannon flash,, they may just accept the tank rock, that shows that you fired, and that is why they want to see a cannon flash anyway! Or you could mount a flash on the mantle or put it in a spot light setup or something! But electrically there is nothing special you need to do!
Now to be a little fancy you could put a micro switch in the radio at the base of the left stick forward. This will allow you to shoot IR and Airsoft at the same time!
the Blitz
Blitz,
See I knew someone out there would know, also thanks for the other ideas. Not sure a radio TX switch would be a good idea. I could get worked up in a battle and accidently turn to airsoft. Some guy with a $1,000 Tamiya may not appreciate that. I was thinking of locating the change over switch on the body of the tank. Now I just got to put some $ aside for the project. I'm hoping Torpedo Chief will get interested and do a tutorial. What ya say Chief Aye -aye
Jim
05-03-2010 | 06:45 PM
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ORIGINAL: 1sgt
Blitz,
See I knew someone out there would know, also thanks for the other ideas. Not sure a radio TX switch would be a good idea. I could get worked up in a battle and accidently turn to airsoft. Some guy with a $1,000 Tamiya may not appreciate that. I was thinking of locating the change over switch on the body of the tank. Now I just got to put some $ aside for the project. I'm hoping Torpedo Chief will get interested and do a tutorial. What ya say Chief Aye -aye
Jim
ORIGINAL: blitzkrieg65
Hello 1sgt,
With the DBC/ DBU or the DBCRC2 IR battle systems you can easily have a tank that will do both IR and Airsoft! Nothing special, the 2 DBC systems uses the Heng long K buttom to FIRE the IR LED,,, so not a problem with the left stick up for Airsoft BB fire!
The only problem you could run into is with some clubs that want a cannon flash,, they may just accept the tank rock, that shows that you fired, and that is why they want to see a cannon flash anyway! Or you could mount a flash on the mantle or put it in a spot light setup or something! But electrically there is nothing special you need to do!
Now to be a little fancy you could put a micro switch in the radio at the base of the left stick forward. This will allow you to shoot IR and Airsoft at the same time!
the Blitz
ORIGINAL: 1sgt
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
Hello 1sgt,
With the DBC/ DBU or the DBCRC2 IR battle systems you can easily have a tank that will do both IR and Airsoft! Nothing special, the 2 DBC systems uses the Heng long K buttom to FIRE the IR LED,,, so not a problem with the left stick up for Airsoft BB fire!
The only problem you could run into is with some clubs that want a cannon flash,, they may just accept the tank rock, that shows that you fired, and that is why they want to see a cannon flash anyway! Or you could mount a flash on the mantle or put it in a spot light setup or something! But electrically there is nothing special you need to do!
Now to be a little fancy you could put a micro switch in the radio at the base of the left stick forward. This will allow you to shoot IR and Airsoft at the same time!
the Blitz
Blitz,
See I knew someone out there would know, also thanks for the other ideas. Not sure a radio TX switch would be a good idea. I could get worked up in a battle and accidently turn to airsoft. Some guy with a $1,000 Tamiya may not appreciate that. I was thinking of locating the change over switch on the body of the tank. Now I just got to put some $ aside for the project. I'm hoping Torpedo Chief will get interested and do a tutorial. What ya say Chief Aye -aye
Jim
If and WHEN you ever get a $1,000.00 Tamiya tank you would feel the same.
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05-04-2010 | 01:35 PM
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ORIGINAL: Panther G
Well my Kitty Panther is now over the 2000.00 $ mark so yeah that would be a really bad idea of accidentally hitting airsoft Sarge.
Well my Kitty Panther is now over the 2000.00 $ mark so yeah that would be a really bad idea of accidentally hitting airsoft Sarge.
Kitty G,
See I am thinking of the other guy. 1SG's always take care of troops.
Jim
05-04-2010 | 01:37 PM
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If and WHEN you ever get a $1,000.00 Tamiya tank you would feel the same.
- Jeff
ORIGINAL: 1sgt
Blitz,
See I knew someone out there would know, also thanks for the other ideas. Not sure a radio TX switch would be a good idea. I could get worked up in a battle and accidently turn to airsoft. Some guy with a $1,000 Tamiya may not appreciate that. I was thinking of locating the change over switch on the body of the tank. Now I just got to put some $ aside for the project. I'm hoping Torpedo Chief will get interested and do a tutorial. What ya say Chief Aye -aye
Jim
ORIGINAL: blitzkrieg65
Hello 1sgt,
With the DBC/ DBU or the DBCRC2 IR battle systems you can easily have a tank that will do both IR and Airsoft! Nothing special, the 2 DBC systems uses the Heng long K buttom to FIRE the IR LED,,, so not a problem with the left stick up for Airsoft BB fire!
The only problem you could run into is with some clubs that want a cannon flash,, they may just accept the tank rock, that shows that you fired, and that is why they want to see a cannon flash anyway! Or you could mount a flash on the mantle or put it in a spot light setup or something! But electrically there is nothing special you need to do!
Now to be a little fancy you could put a micro switch in the radio at the base of the left stick forward. This will allow you to shoot IR and Airsoft at the same time!
the Blitz
ORIGINAL: 1sgt
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
Hello 1sgt,
With the DBC/ DBU or the DBCRC2 IR battle systems you can easily have a tank that will do both IR and Airsoft! Nothing special, the 2 DBC systems uses the Heng long K buttom to FIRE the IR LED,,, so not a problem with the left stick up for Airsoft BB fire!
The only problem you could run into is with some clubs that want a cannon flash,, they may just accept the tank rock, that shows that you fired, and that is why they want to see a cannon flash anyway! Or you could mount a flash on the mantle or put it in a spot light setup or something! But electrically there is nothing special you need to do!
Now to be a little fancy you could put a micro switch in the radio at the base of the left stick forward. This will allow you to shoot IR and Airsoft at the same time!
the Blitz
Blitz,
See I knew someone out there would know, also thanks for the other ideas. Not sure a radio TX switch would be a good idea. I could get worked up in a battle and accidently turn to airsoft. Some guy with a $1,000 Tamiya may not appreciate that. I was thinking of locating the change over switch on the body of the tank. Now I just got to put some $ aside for the project. I'm hoping Torpedo Chief will get interested and do a tutorial. What ya say Chief Aye -aye
Jim
If and WHEN you ever get a $1,000.00 Tamiya tank you would feel the same.
- Jeff
Jeff,
That's why I think a seperate manual switch would be safest. I know what you all have invested and do not want to even chip the paint on your commanders hat visor LOL. Safety first.
Jim
05-04-2010 | 11:28 PM
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RE: Airsoft and IR ?
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All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
05-05-2010 | 01:15 PM
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RE: Airsoft and IR ?
ORIGINAL: TigerI_CV
What you say, I've made,and the IR battle system compatible with tamiya.
ORIGINAL: 1sgt
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
All,
Just wondering if anyone has a tank that can do both airsoft and IR battling?? I would think that it could be done ( granted, you would have to unplug and plug in the different systems depending what you wanted to do ) as well as not having barrel recoil. I think it would bring the two phases of the hobby in sync. I would love to IR battle, but I also like my airsoft guns( my dogs and cat hate them though lol). My limited electical knowledge ( being able to solder two wires together without burning myself is a feat) doesn't allow me to do it, but if some of you braniacs look at it. It could happen. Here's to tanking.
Jim
Tiger I CV,
Can you tell us about it like how you built it etc. Thanks.
Jim
05-06-2010 | 08:52 PM
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RE: Airsoft and IR ?
ORIGINAL: pattonrocked45
first off we need to know how the dbc fires. from there it would be a good start. any dbc owners out there?
first off we need to know how the dbc fires. from there it would be a good start. any dbc owners out there?
05-06-2010 | 09:18 PM
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RE: Airsoft and IR ?
Bob, does the DBC unit eliminate the freeze issue in the tank? Actually considering the DBCR2 so I can use my hobby radio, but I really get irritated when I try to turn and the tank is unresponsive....so I have to turn again. Not sure if this is just an RX18 issue or transmitter issue, but both my Tiger and KV do this.
