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Forum: Construction Equipment 01-15-2024, 01:28 PM
Replies: 2
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Posted By tgglider
Building a 1/12th scale 1964 HD Mack B-81st Tractor

I recently completed my build an RC replica of a 1960s vintage HD Mack Tractor that can be viewed at
https://youtu.be/DMkKRYwfcs0?si=xhEgVYi-9W8eYTVy
Let me know your thoughts
BEST,
Tom
Forum: Construction Equipment 01-15-2024, 12:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Jon,
Let me know how your build is going and how I might be able to assist you with the RC aspect of the model.
Tom
cranemodel1015@gmail.com
Forum: Highway Trucks and Trailers 12-27-2023, 07:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1
Posted By tgglider
Smile 1/12th scale 1964 HD Mack B-81st Tractor

I just posted a YT video on my build of a 1/12th scale RC model of a 1964 HD Mack Truck model B-81st that you might be interested in viewing. Go to:
https://youtu.be/DMkKRYwfcs0?si=xhEgVYi-9W8eYTVy...
Forum: Construction Equipment 12-24-2023, 05:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3
Posted By tgglider
Making a 1964 HD Mack model B-81st RC Tractor

Hi folks,
I recently completed the construction of a 1964 Mack HD model B-81st Tractor and just posted a detailed video of my build on my you tube channel.
Please view my build at:...
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-18-2022, 05:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Awesome! Thank you. Feel free to contact me with any questions you might have at cranemodel1015@gmail.com or call me at
(209) 329-7250.
Just curious, do you work at LMS, (as that is the address I...
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-18-2022, 01:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Mikem,
The model's OAW of the crawlers is 17", just slightly wider (@ scale) to the full size crane's 16' 10" width when fitted with the stone 36" wide shoes.
Tom
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-18-2022, 12:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Mikem,
The actual full size crane had two shoe width options: 36" and 42". My model is 1/12th scale (1" = 1') and the tread with of the model turns out to be 3.25", or midway between the actual...
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-15-2022, 12:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Yep ddmckee54, a 3rd arm would be an interesting option, but I've learned to make due with 2 for 75 years!
Have a GREAT DAY!
Tom
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-14-2022, 03:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Thanks Brel and Lil Giants,
Designing and building this model was a long learning journey, but worth it all. And yes, operating it is a real pleasure albeit a bit tricky with the Dragline as I...
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-13-2022, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,967
Posted By tgglider
Re: Crane Model Build update

To see my new updated thread on this model, go to:
https://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=13954
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-13-2022, 12:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Mikem,
Thanks for your positive comment.
Have a GREAT DAY!
Tom
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-12-2022, 10:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Thank you both Tgrzes and Frizzell for your kind words. As hobby enthusiasts I am sure you appreciate just how far our passion for this hobby can take us!
Have a GREAT DAY!
Tom
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-12-2022, 04:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Pufferfish,
Thanks, and yes, craftmanship involves lots of patience and time.
Have a GREAT DAY!
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-12-2022, 03:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Here is a photo of the model and me in my shop
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-12-2022, 03:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Here is a third batch of 5 photos of my model crawler crane
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-12-2022, 03:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Here is a second batch of 5 photos of my model crawler crane
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-12-2022, 03:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Jerry56,
Thank you! It has been a passion of mine for many, many years.
Have a GREAT DAY!
Tom
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-12-2022, 03:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Here is a first batch of uploaded photos of my model crawler crane
Forum: Construction Equipment Tech 04-11-2022, 02:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,921
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th Scale RC Crawler Crane Model Playlist

Hi, this is Tom Garing (tgglider) posting the Dragline configuration of my scratch built 1/12th scale RC model of the 1960s vintage 110 ton capacity P&H model 1015 crawler mounted crane. I have...
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-11-2022, 01:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans reposted

Repost as complete original post keeps getting omitted?
Hi, this is Tom Garing (tgglider) posting the Dragline configuration of my scratch built 1/12th scale RC model of the 1960s vintage 110 ton...
Forum: Construction Equipment 04-06-2022, 02:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,518
Posted By tgglider
Post 1/12th RC Crawler Crane Dragline Plans

Hi, this is Tom Garing (tgglider) posting the Dragline configuration of my scratch built 1/12th scale RC model of the 1960s vintage 110 ton capacity P&H model 1015 crawler mounted crane. I have...
Forum: Construction Equipment Tech 06-17-2021, 01:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,921
Posted By tgglider
Re: 1/12th Scale RC Crawler Crane Model Playlist

Thanks frizzen for your comments. Yes, I was really daunted by the model’s weight and potential damage associated with moving it around, so I developed the various pieces of support equipment. ...
Forum: Construction Equipment Tech 06-16-2021, 01:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,921
Posted By tgglider
Cool 1/12th Scale RC Crawler Crane Model Playlist

This is Tom Garing who has designed, documented and built a 1/12th Scale RC Model of a 1960s vintage P&H model 1015 lattice boom crawler crane. So far I have posted 5 You Tube videos on the model,...
Forum: Construction Equipment Tech 06-15-2021, 08:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,806
Posted By tgglider
Smile Re: RC Crawler Crane Buikd

This is Tom Garing just to provide a URL link to my 1/12th Scale RC Model Crawler Crane You Tube Playlist @
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwKat4ize0FveGCMUfFEjLJ1cWKQt5IF4
Thanks for watching...
Forum: Construction Equipment 05-02-2021, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,967
Posted By tgglider
Re: Crane Model Build update

Thanks Skeeter, it has been a passion of mine for quit some time. I am currently completing revisions to my Crane Model Transport Cart, then I plan to start designing/fabricating the dragline...
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