Drive Shaft problem on Torro Sturm Tiger

[bfrank1982]

Hi Guys.

2 questions:

1) I have just received my Torros Pro Edition Metal Sturm Tiger. It has the metal hull from Taigen(?)
- when driving it the first time, I noticed that the drive shaft in both sides were a bit wobbly. It seems as if the drive Wheel does sit properly on the shaft. The left track came off as a conseqeunce of that. So I am now worried, that it might become a problem in the future? HOWEVER: When I finally got the track back on using the track adjustment screw that this model has I seemed as if the belt ran more straight and as if the drive Wheel suddenly acted more inline and only wobbled slightly.
The other track keeps on having the wobbly drive Wheel.
Any tips/tricks how to fix this? - or should it just be worn into place?

2) further more upon finally finding a nice sandy spot where to test the tank, I discovered that the hull does not fit tightle to the upper. Therefore I managed to spray some sand and dust up into the hull. a bit of it has his the gearbox, but seems easy to clean.
I know it is recommended in the instruction manual not to drive the tank in to deep sand, but the eager child in me just let it rip (-; And since I did not have the experience, I know found out the hard way...

Me question is:
How do I clean the inside properly? And how do I make a gear box cover? The plating misses primarily int he front and in tjhe left side og the hull.
I have thought about making a 1cm rim all the way around in the inside of the hull, so that the hull is tighter connected to the upper.

Also, is it "safe" to move the Electronics a bit? If the board is raised on a small pedistal, it seems, that the sand in the buttom of the hull, will not interfere with fhe fan as easelly...?

Please comment and give me your advice as to solve these problemes.

Pictures and guides will gladly be accepted with open arms...

Bfrank1982

[ALPHA]

A good way to clear out the sand from your hull would be with compressed air...if you don't have a compressor ...use those can types used for electronics ....gearbox covers vary by builder... seen some nice examples from Lert ...Woz... MIchealC amongst many others... Edwin makes some on his 3d printer...you might be able to contact him ...they don't have to be fancy... I've seen them done with duct tape and cardboard... it's mostly to keep the lube on the gears from splashing on the electricals... but do keep out some...not all..some debris

Now your wheel wobble...some of it can be attributed to natural Play that is necessary for the gears to turn freely...it can become excessive if there is continued drag... due to the length of the axle... I use metric nylon bushings to reinforce the axle once it exits the gearbox cage ....there are aftermarket metal versions available through Forgebear and Welshdragon...all three of these options require a little bit of work to install....if you think it's the sprocket that has play ... just cut a sliver off a drinking straw... just thin enough to take up the space

Good Luck

ALPHA

Ps... some photo's of your tank would be appreciated as well

[scalawag]

I would be wary of using the track tension adjuster to replace a track. Much better to remove the sprocket to either replace or remove the tracks.
The hub cap of the sprocket should just pop out, and then there will be an allen bolt holding the sprocket on. This would also allow you to check that these securing allen bolts for the sprockets are tight.
Another thing to check would be the gearbox mounting screws, as if these have worked loose this may also cause the sprockets to wobble. These are the screws which go through the base plate of the gearboxes into the mounting plate.
I would also check your track tension. I usually set mine so that when at rest the track is just resting on the 2nd or 3rd road wheel in from the sprocket.

[ALPHA]

I would be wary of using the track tension adjuster to replace a track. Much better to remove the sprocket to either replace or remove the tracks.
The hub cap of the sprocket should just pop out, and then there will be an allen bolt holding the sprocket on. This would also allow you to check that these securing allen bolts for the sprockets are tight.
Another thing to check would be the gearbox mounting screws, as if these have worked loose this may also cause the sprockets to wobble. These are the screws which go through the base plate of the gearboxes into the mounting plate.
I would also check your track tension. I usually set mine so that when at rest the track is just resting on the 2nd or 3rd road wheel in from the sprocket.

Yup I agree... thanks Scalawag ... I forgot to include checking the gearbox screws... some tanks do come with them loose

ALPHA

[bfrank1982]

Hi guys.

Thank you very much for your clever advices.

I Will try to paint and decorate her. I am planning for a Russian scene theme or a late German final fight theme.
It will mean I have to buy a T34 also (-;
none the less it, I Will have my word Cut put for me...

I look forward to showing you the results

[ALPHA]

Hi guys.

Thank you very much for your clever advices.

I Will try to paint and decorate her. I am planning for a Russian scene theme or a late German final fight theme.
It will mean I have to buy a T34 also (-;
none the less it, I Will have my word Cut put for me...

I look forward to showing you the results

No word on how it drives???

ALPHA

[bfrank1982]

The video won't upload???

Please advice me on what to do...?

[ALPHA]

The video won't upload???

Please advice me on what to do...?

Do you have it on YouTube... or is it just a file

ALPHA

[bfrank1982]

I have in on file.

But when I try to upload, the page simply crashes?

Perhaps a dropbox file Will work?

[ALPHA]

I have in on file.

But when I try to upload, the page simply crashes?

Perhaps a dropbox file Will work?

I wouldn't be certain Frank.... never posted videos before either... but I do know if you have a Youtube account (not sure if it costs anything to post a video)... it opens the door to two ways of posting...one with the "URL" icon button the other with the "YOUTUBE" icon button
There is one guy who is really good at it.... His tag is Phil... maybe if you PM him he might be able to help you if he is lurking

ALPHA