M1A2 ABRAMS 1/6th scale scratch build

[SpudNik]

Have started welding the plates onto the chain and got one complet today
one more to do

My assistant/co driver/gunner sitting next to the first track


Track rolled up ready for storage till needed.

[doc larsson]

WOW!

[SpudNik]

Have made a jig to hold the tank and allow me to work on it easier and still put it away during the day






This is were it sleeps while its not being worked on, the jig is on a big pallet to make for easy access if I need it


Have also finished the suspension units, just need to install the springs and they are ready to go on the tank

[SpudNik]

Well I finally got the jig sorted for the road wheel assembly and have matched up the rims with the hubs

The pin and steel plate make sure the hub sits the correct amount through the Rim for welding



Spacers to give the correct gap between the two rims



finished road wheels ready to go onto be painted etc

[SpudNik]

Have attached all the suspension units on the right hand side and fitted road wheels.

Put on track so its ready to spin over and load test it.

Will lift a pallet up under the tank to take its weight (and that of the jig) with batteries etc in it so I can see how the suspension will ride.

Once that is done I will be able to cut the tracks to the right length and join them, then I will be able to run them up to see were the road wheels will want to track.


You can see here the suspension units running along the inside of the hull