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  • M60 A2 "StarShip" build.

    The DKLM M60 A2 "Starship" turret for the TongDe M60 arrived today. This thread will be a photo log of the building process.

    Photo of the base A2 turret fresh from the shipping box.
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  • #2
    Looks good. Hopefully mine is arriving soon.

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    • #3
      Is it 3DP, good resin, or injection molded plastic? Will you be shooting nerf Shillelaghs?
      Twenty six tanks, and not done yet!

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      • #4
        Originally posted by SoCalBobS View Post
        Is it 3DP, good resin, or injection molded plastic? Will you be shooting nerf Shillelaghs?
        It is 3D resin printed. Print appears to be the typical smooth finish that DKLM produces. It's an industrial resin so it should be rather strong.

        The basic test fitting of parts indicates they should all go together well. Here are a few more "just out of the box" photos.

        YES that is a rifled barrel.
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        • #5
          Started work on the barrel and mantle. Installed the barrel flash and an upgraded from the nylon barrel support tub to a brass support tub. Also IR bulb in the mantle. Simple enough process if one takes there time.

          Feel free to ask any questions regarding the process.

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          • #6
            Tested the turret function for flash, recoil, elevation and IR firing. All functions worked. Then went on to the dreaded part of the turret build adding the mantle cover. Ended up not being overly complicated just time consuming.

            Testing flash and recoil. Video is posted on my Instagram @ fsttanks. Click image for larger version

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ID:	378283Mantle cover going on.

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            • #7
              Turret storage rack installation.

              With the instillation of the racks the turret is really starting to get heavy and is taking on a nice bulky look.

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ID:	378314Shown above and below "dry fitted " to the lower hull.
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              Next phase is building and wiring the spotlight. With all the options this turret has stock from DKLM it will be pushing the HL 7.1 to its functional limit.

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              • #8
                That is looking badass
                RC tank parts and accessories I make
                www.RichardSJohnson.net/id28.html

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                • #9
                  I use the WiFi channel (CN5, G&S buttons) for auxiliary lights, like a beacon or spotlight. I turn the taillights into brake lights so I can use the taillight slot for the LegoDEI lights. I’ve used the launch light for a laser light, pretty cool. A very versatile board.

                  I see your "backdoor" battery hatch. Great idea!
                  Twenty six tanks, and not done yet!

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                  • #10
                    All I can say is wow.This view really gives you a idea of how big the TCs cupola, turret? actually was, probably not much smaller than the turret of the stuart I was riding in a few months ago

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by SoCalBobS View Post
                      I use the WiFi channel (CN5, G&S buttons) for auxiliary lights, like a beacon or spotlight. I turn the taillights into brake lights so I can use the taillight slot for the LegoDEI lights. I’ve used the launch light for a laser light, pretty cool. A very versatile board.

                      I see your "backdoor" battery hatch. Great idea!
                      I will be posting the new battery hatch mod once I get to the hull detailing part. Super easy to set up but it does require lengthening the battery and power lines to reach the opening. It's also proving a good way to ventilate the heat out.

                      Sneak peek. YES those magnets hold really well almost to well...LOL
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                      • #12
                        Spotlight build and install.

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                          Accessories A2 lower hull details being installed.
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                          • #14
                            Done.

                            Shown in photos below with my other M60A3.
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