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Forum: RC Tanks
05-17-2011, 12:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 804
Posted By matthewpeter

3 to 1 box problem

I have just put a pair of 3 to 1 brass gear boxes with their integral plate in my Tiger, replacing its old metal replacement boxes. One box runs fine but the other is really reluctant to turn over,...
Forum: RC Tanks
02-05-2010, 06:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 572
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: panzer III springs

I managed to locate some, thanks for the advice!
Forum: RC Tanks
02-05-2010, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 572
Posted By matthewpeter

panzer III springs

could anyone please tell me where I can get some springs (the ones which act on the inner wheels) for my Panzer III? I have seen Tankzone sell a complete set of "improved" ones but I only need four...
Forum: RC Tanks
02-05-2010, 01:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 683
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: gearboxes

I suspect its the question of quality. I get my gearboxes off ebay which will probably set alarm bells off with members. I'm not sure its actually damaged the gearbox now, I ran it around and it...
Forum: RC Tanks
02-02-2010, 03:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 683
Posted By matthewpeter

gearboxes

can anyone tell me how long a replacement metal gearbox is expected to last? My Tigers shredded one in the past, so I replaced them both, now its done it again! I'm wondering if the brass 3 to 1...
Forum: RC Tanks
07-16-2009, 05:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,846
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Can you paint metal tracks?

I sprayed mine with Halfords red primer and then satin black. After a bit of running the paint wears off the treads and dirt engrains itself and it all looks really good.
Forum: RC Tanks
04-20-2009, 11:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,053
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: track tensioners on Panzer III

they aren't too bad as it happens
Forum: RC Tanks
04-20-2009, 11:11 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 17,762
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: My Gift To You - M4A1(76)W

this is excellent, I've always fancied getting a Sherman but the price of the Tamiya has put me off. This new model will mean I can get one :D
Forum: RC Tanks
04-20-2009, 10:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,641
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Panzer Grey

yes I heard that they stopped importing into the UK. Apparently steps are being taken to remedy this.
Forum: RC Tanks
04-20-2009, 09:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,641
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Panzer Grey

all things to think about. Thanks for that :)
Forum: RC Tanks
04-20-2009, 04:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,641
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Panzer Grey

ok thanks for that. In that case I'll just spray on the tank grey and weather it I think.
Forum: RC Tanks
04-18-2009, 07:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,641
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Panzer Grey

thanks, they sell the Humbrol tank grey, I "think" this is correct (going by the 'ultimate model paint conversion chart'). Can anyone confirm this?
Forum: RC Tanks
04-18-2009, 07:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,641
Posted By matthewpeter

Panzer Grey

I'm having serious issues in finding a UK based supplier of Panzer or German Grey paint for my Panzer III repaint. I just phoned my local model shop who stocks this sort of thing and found out from...
Forum: RC Tanks
04-17-2009, 12:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,295
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: gearboxes - what a palarvour

Most of my ebay purchases are from Welsh Dragon Models.
Forum: RC Tanks
04-17-2009, 12:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,295
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: gearboxes - what a palarvour

it doesn't really matter. Once I'd tinkered with them they work really well. Just wondered if others had the same problems before.
Forum: RC Tanks
04-17-2009, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,053
Posted By matthewpeter

track tensioners on Panzer III

are they really necessary? I dont really want to have to start hacking at the lower hull. I've finally started doing my Panzer III up.

this is all thats left at the moment!

...
Forum: RC Tanks
04-17-2009, 11:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,295
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: gearboxes - what a palarvour

it wasn't just a case of assembly issues. The bearings that the gears run on were made too long so that when the frames were bolted together they were locked together by the inside edges of the...
Forum: RC Tanks
04-17-2009, 09:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,295
Posted By matthewpeter

gearboxes - what a palarvour

Well I finally killed my Tigers replacement metal gearboxes (ran dry on the right hand one and knocked all the teeth off the final gear!), so after a period of inactivity I ordered some new ones off...
Forum: RC Tanks
04-09-2009, 05:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,448
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Calling all TIGERS

As an avid fan of submarine novels I shall be ordering a copy!

Here's my 111 out in the back garden.

Matt Scrutton
Tiger 1
Chertsey UK
Scale 1/16

...
Forum: RC Tanks
10-17-2008, 03:39 PM
Replies: 290
Views: 49,905
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Coming soon - Jagdpanther from Henglong

wow this sneaked up without me noticing! It looks brilliant, when I finish all the other tanks I shall defo buy one!
Forum: RC Tanks
08-23-2008, 06:33 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,137
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Heng Long 1/16 Scale R/C German Tiger 1 BB Tank

gooner I wouldn't be so put off about doing all the DIY yourself. My first tank was a H/L Tiger that I threw practically everything onto, and I was a complete novice (though it has to be said I am...
Forum: RC Tanks
08-07-2008, 05:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 553
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: radio problems

good idea, though I have already tried another tranny I know works on the Pershing and the same thing happens.

*development* I tried the Pershing with my own non S&S Panzer III's transmitter,...
Forum: RC Tanks
08-07-2008, 02:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 553
Posted By matthewpeter

radio problems

Hi all,

a friend of mine has had problems with his HL Pershings radio reception, and I am trying to fix it for him. I've got it in bits and I've swapped the board for my spare non S&S board but...
Forum: RC Tanks
07-29-2008, 06:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,797
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Gearbox Cover - Is it necessary?

I just whacked some masking tape (thick stuff) over the gearboxes. Works a charm.
Forum: RC Tanks
07-27-2008, 01:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,008
Posted By matthewpeter

RE: Tamiya RC system

right this is all very interesting stuff, I now know what El Mod is :D
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