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These rubber pads were added to the tracks a couple of months later. They help the tank grip surfaces extremely well. |
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The Upper Hull was completed in three steps. Step one was the center hull. All 1/2 inch plywood. |
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The second step was the side skirts and the fenderwells. The curve of the metal was simulated by many small pieces of wood glued together. |
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The third step was the completion of the upper deck. I really liked how the upper hull turned out. |
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Another view of the upper hull. |
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This is the start of a gearbox. The piece of wood in the center devides the compartment into right and left sections. |
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The battery and motor placement in the hull structure. |
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Here is the beginning of the inner gearbox. The pulleys spin relitively easily on their 1/2 inch axles. |
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The outside drivechain uses #35 roller chain so mud/water doesn't interfere and cause slippage. |
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This is a picture of the completed inner drive chain. It uses tablesaw V-belt to transfer power from the motors to the intermediate driveshaft. |
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