Comet

Robert E Morey · Post by **Robert E Morey** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 6:18 pm

Robert,
Great looking Comet. You must be proud of er. The missus would never let me keep mine in the dinning room which is a shame.

robert michael hilton · Thu Apr 07, 2011 11:35 am

Thank you Robert, I have the upper hand at the moment as I also do all of the household work....The Comet is not quite so obvious now as she is at ground level, on my table lift.
Weather here is slowly picking up, so into the garage is the next move

robert michael hilton · Thu Apr 07, 2011 11:45 am

Comet Tank Transporter.....my version of a Diamond T....

robert michael hilton · Thu Apr 07, 2011 12:33 pm

Yes Phil, there will be carpet on the floor or something to absorb any shocks...the trailer is now very heavy.
Solid 3 x 3 timbers and 7/8 ply, drop down jacks etc,. To heavy to lift, so I will fit a trailer trolley wheel. I will also have side padding and chocks
The intention is to display the Comet on the trailer at various vintage shows, and then run her down the ramps.....
I have over many years previously taken my motorcycles, these are now a thing of the past, as my age and health caught up with me, so, I know the procedure,and I have experience at various local 'Vintage/Steam Rallies.
Hope we have a long warm Summer....mick

phil fitzpatrick · Post by **phil fitzpatrick** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 1:25 pm

She will be well looked after in that trailer Mick,great job.
Looking forward to the good weather aswell,I go to all the big Military Air
Shows through out the Year,some awsome kit about nowadays

Cheers
Phil

robert michael hilton · Fri Apr 08, 2011 4:26 pm

Finally made a decision regarding the controls on the Futaba TX.....decided to go with control of both left and right hand tracks using the return to centre springs.
With the sticks centered all power is off.
So, removed the ratchet from the left hand stick and fitted a Spring Return Kit Y-MA8036, for ST36, Â£2.99 plus postage from Mikes Models, Kingstanding, Bham.
I guess most good model shops will have this item. I post this info to help anyone thinking of a similar change....works much better with my slow reactions. I wanted the Comet to stop at my command....not appear to have a mind of it's own

phil fitzpatrick · Post by **phil fitzpatrick** » Fri Apr 08, 2011 8:27 pm

Glad you have now got your radio how you want it Mick

I have just had a try with my TX and you can still select and
operate the sounds with your switch in between your first 2 fingers
with your thumb on the left stick.
Soon get used to it.
Cheers
Phil

robert michael hilton · Mon Apr 11, 2011 5:17 pm

Tank recoil systems, I have followed the various recoil units being put together by one and all.....some serious thought has gone into the development of these systems.
I hope to improve my Comet during the coming Autumn/Winter. As a point of interest the gun recoil will be an item on my shopping list.
With my fingers crossed....it would be appreciated by myself and I am sure many other Comet builders, if during the months ahead tank enthusiasts who are building these recoils were able to produce the necessary parts for anyone with an interest in this addition. Subject to costs of course....just a thought......Mick

robert michael hilton · Tue Apr 19, 2011 4:49 pm

Here we go.....the day dawns....all's well.

robert michael hilton · Tue Apr 19, 2011 5:06 pm

Safely on board....

robert michael hilton · Tue Apr 19, 2011 5:13 pm

While bending down to take this photo.....I fell over...

robert michael hilton · Tue Apr 19, 2011 5:16 pm

Back on my feet...and feeling good

phil fitzpatrick · Post by **phil fitzpatrick** » Tue Apr 19, 2011 6:42 pm

Nice Photo's of your Comet Mick you can be well proud of what
you have achieved,and it looks really good out in the sun.
I saw your trailor in the flesh but its amazing how much room the
Comet takes up.
Hope you have loads of fun showing it off at the shows you are
booking into.
I might try and visit you at the Shrewsbury one.
Excellent workmanship Mick

Chers
Phil

robert michael hilton · Tue Apr 19, 2011 9:41 pm

Thanks Phil, I was pleasantly surprised at the ease at which the Comet climbs the metal motorcycle ramps.
The motors have so much power, coupled with the engine sounds, the tank is really a joy to drive.
The weather also helps, so I had a very enjoyable morning.
The Iron Duke is safely back in the dinning room, I don't think she is ready for the garage yet. As I explained to my wife....cold and damp are a tanks worst enemy....apart from Tigers of course.

Best wishes Mick

John Fitzsimons · Post by **John Fitzsimons** » Wed Apr 20, 2011 1:15 am

My tiger project is currently living in the kitchen. Love your trailer. I will need one of these as i drive a mini.

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