Potain Crane Build

[Hanson50]

I am about ready to post pics for my crane build but have no idea how. please help.
Paul H. Hanson

[ihbuilder]

here's a link explaining it somewhat http://173.201.47.108/showthread.php...t=posting+pics

I use PB and use the copy/paste method IOW once loaded to PB you will be given 4 codes for the pic . you want the IMG code . click on it and in your toolbar under edit , choose copy . minimize PB and start your post then when you want to paste your pic , edit-past from your tool bar . you must go back and forth between PB and your post for each pic . looking forward to seeing your crane

IHSteve

[Hanson50]

Here is the start of my crane build thread.
To start with I am building a Potain IGO 70 self erecting crane. If fully built it would be 7-1/2' Tall and 8' jib. It will have a electro magnet hook atachment. that will hopefully lift sea containers
Goto http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zUpryfERLM for You Tube video of crane.
Paul H. Hanson

[texken]

They sure have a small foot print.
Long way to fall.

TEXKEN

[russisloud]

wow, i'm not sure what to even say

[doodlebug]

It look's like a "Praying Mantis" on steroid's LOL!
Later, Neil#2 aka doodlebug.

[Hanson50]

I Have the winch base cut, winches 1/2 done( waiting on more gear motors) and working on slewing base. I have created a Photobucket acount, and pics will be coming shortly
Paul H. Hanson.

[Dreamweaver]

Paul here is a link that shows exactly how to post photos.

http://rctruckandconstruction.com/showthread.php?t=1908

[pugs]

Should be an interesting build. Look forward to seeing it.

[Hanson50]

First set of parts ready for paint

Base and slewing ring

Winch base and Brackets.
Paul H. Hanson

[doodlebug]

Hey Paul, Nice engineering on the base!
Cheer's, Neil#2 aka doodlebug.

[Hanson50]

Base Assembly


Bottom of base with thrust bearings


Top of base with thrush bearings


Crane base/ winch motors mounted on bracket.
Paul Hanson

[Tamiya Cowboy]

Very nicely built.. looks like you should be able to have a lot of load and not have any issues it all with turning the crane.

[Hanson50]

Slewing gear motor and gearing.


Paul H.Hanson

[Southgate]

Wow! First class engineering and craftsmanship from the very start! That video must be a real help in designing your model, huh? Very interesting crane. cant wait to see progress.



Where did you get your motor-gearhead units? They look like the ones I'm using in my crane. I got all of mine used from a friend who dumpster dived them for me. I'd sure like to know where to get nice new ones. Dan

[Hanson50]

Southgate
Yes the video helps allot, also there are Potain spec. sheets online in PDF with a few over all dimensions that let you blow up to actual model size to get dimension.
I got the gear motor from Battery Space:http://www.batteryspace.com/dcmotors.aspx
Paul H. Hanson

[kerst]

Looks great! keep us posted!

Thanks,

kerst

[Southgate]

Those look an awful lot like the ones I use. The price is good too. Thanks for the link. Dan

[toniolillo]

really great job

[Hanson50]

More progess on Crane

Winch Drums and Cross member ready for paint

Winch Drums Painted

Winches installed in base.

Crane Base with Power supply

Working on Mast next

Paul H. Hanson