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mpe 12-29-2011 02:38 AM

MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Hello Fellow RCT&C Forum Members and guest.
In Respect to Freddy Gear Drive and what he has created here with
this forum I am dedicating this 1:16 Scale 24M Motor Grader build in
his honor. The CAD work is about 75% finish. The time in this build
will be (has been) long and expensive but it is coming together – slowly.

In Freddy’s honor…

Front Axle CAD
http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...e6a383c9-1.jpg
Parts and the assembly...
http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/1da3e052.jpg

Pressing the bearing in place...

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/f572d032.jpg

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...9de9eadc-1.jpg

Adding Spacers...

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/72bc0473.jpg
http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/dac8baf7.jpg

Piviot in place...

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/5790ebad.jpg
http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/23b065fb.jpg

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/a3dc63c2.jpg
http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/0cc242ac.jpg

Hemi1966 12-29-2011 07:39 AM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Looks great. The 24M is a big one:)

Nice thought to dedicate this build for Freddy´s memory.

tc1cat 12-29-2011 07:41 AM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
What an entrance:eek::eek: Your dedication of this build to Freddy is appreciated by all.

Now for some ??? What tires are you planning on using or are you going to make them? Hydraulics or actuators?

Keep the pics coming!!

pigeonfarmboy 12-29-2011 12:08 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Can't wait until I can draw 3D stuff like that! (Taking 3D classes this spring)

tc1cat 12-29-2011 12:55 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
How many are you making:eek::eek: Missed the extras in the background of the last pic!!!

pugs 12-29-2011 02:13 PM

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Nice looking work. Looks like 5 axis cnc machine? What kind?

9W Monighan 12-29-2011 02:32 PM

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Amazing what can be done with the proper equipment and the will to go at it. I like the small bearings added to the pivot points.;)

Grainfarmer 12-29-2011 03:46 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Fantasic parts! Great job...!

doodlebug 12-29-2011 04:29 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Wow! this one will be watched! thank's for sharing this cool project.
Cheer's, Neil.

Trucker47 12-29-2011 04:33 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Beautiful work! We all appreciate the dedication you are making to Freddy! I will be subscribed for sure.

Chris

Lil Giants 12-29-2011 05:28 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Heck of an entrance! Freddy would have dislocated his jaw seeing this! Fabulous results so far. :cool:

modelman 12-29-2011 06:27 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Nice work! I am envious of folks who have cnc machines, while I stand over my manual mill for hours trying to make a small part.:D

CustomClod 12-29-2011 08:18 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Good start so far! Cant wait to see more.
Scott

dirtpusher9 12-29-2011 08:18 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Nice work, I'm glad to see someone building a 24. This should be good.

mpe 12-30-2011 02:04 AM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Hey everyone - thanks for your good words. Of all the models that I had built over the years this one is the most difficult by far but is easily my all time favorite!

tc1cat -
The tires are designed by me and are solid core rubber. I cannot take credit for the process because I had paid $$$ to a shop to make them for me.
The plan is for full Hydraulics. Some I will machine myself and some I will have a shop do.

How many am I building? - One maybe two. Parts that are very complex and $$$ I had extras machined, just in case I want to build a few more.

pigeonfarmboy -
Why wait till spring. There is great FREE CAD software that has full function but with some limitation... after 60 parts you cannot save the assembly. I have been using the Pro version for many years and it is really easy to use once you understand the basics. Here is the link for anyone that wants to explore 3D computer design software:
http://www.ptc.com/products/creo-ele...eling-express/
Are you taking classes for SolidWorks? I also run Solidworks 2012... very powerful but way harder with complex designs.


pugs -
You are right about the 5 axis, not sure on what kind was used because I cannot take credit on the machining. Many of the front axle parts I had paid $$$ to have machined.

modelman -
I know how you feel - I had spent many hours standing where you stand! I'm soooo glad I do not have to do that anymore.

mpe 12-30-2011 02:08 AM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
A few more pictures...
http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/35021010.jpg

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/e78af4ab.jpg

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/b2459d6c.jpg

Espeefan 12-30-2011 02:40 AM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Wow. Amazing. Seems the construction models builds just keep getting better and better all the time. Awesome.

mpe 12-31-2011 08:28 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Had some time today to work on the rear housing assembly.

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/599893e1.jpg

mpe 12-31-2011 08:43 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Bearings presssed into the differential housing.

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/93eddb98.jpg

mpe 12-31-2011 08:45 PM

Re: MPE – 24M Motor Grader Build
 
Bearing retaining ring bolted in place.

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/96ae6598.jpg


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