29 replies to this topic

[don.siegel]

I would go with either of the two in the bottom photo, mainly because they look closer to the original - and that seems to be the main reason behind this project. Of the two, the "original" seems slightly simpler and would be my choice. 

Don 

[Dave Crevie]

The drop arm on the left gives more solder area, and therefore will be a stronger joint. More work in bending, though. The originals were probably done on a four-slide machine like this;

 

https://youtu.be/QvR...2nP_VyDDEbL0hcO

 

It is an old cam operated machine like those used for a hundred years. Now, they are using servo operated machines to do the same jobs, but in a tenth of the production time.

 

https://youtu.be/YCB...pUYC1oyMvgQtlZ8

[Martin]

Thanks Don and Dave for your input  the "Original" is the easiest of the 3 as you can imaging.  

 

I did make my own small bending block. It works just fine for the few we need. 

 

[Mark Onofri]

I'm relieved that I am no longer sequestered ! It's as impressive, if not more so,than you had described.
I've got to have a set of the rims, they are AK'ing. And of course,a chassis.

[Martin]

Thanks Mark, I just wanted to make sure I was far enough along before I posted. It's been a long process.

The rims you refer to are Riggen's in front  and Testors in rear that I painted black to match the front.

We have a 3D printed wheel set in the works, with a novel gear attachment design, so as to keep the rear width under the body.

 

Once I have more parts to the puzzle and we can finish a complete car I will pay for an add in "The Parts Counter" here on Slotblog.

 

Not ready just yet but once there I will show parts and prices for anyone that wants to build a MDC Bat. 

 

I do wonder how many of us did buy bodies when they were being sold on eBay 4 at a time?  I have extras if some of you missed out.