AutoCad model of carrier track

Robi · #1 01-07-03, 19:00

Anyone out there have one? If not, can anyone supply me with a track link? I want to do a 3D model of the suspension and I'd lik to start with the track.

BTW I was at Camp Roberts, CA last week and they have one in back of their museum. It's pretty chopped up, just the hull and track. I dont know what they are going to do with it since the museum is closed.

Robi · #2 08-07-03, 19:24

A member of this forum has sent me a link to model. When it is done I will post again. If anyone wants a copy just let me know.

Robi · #3 11-07-03, 03:32

I still have a ways to go with this. I've yet to add the guide horns for the road wheels and the cutouts for adding links, but I thought people would like to see my progress.

Robi · #4 11-07-03, 03:35

here's the bottom view.

Stewart Loy · #5 12-07-03, 02:06

Robi,

Good modelling work.

Did the track link you got have spuds on it? The best tracks had spuds - to help with those Canadian winter roads.

Stewart

Snowtractor · #6 12-07-03, 02:20

IS this autocad program you are using compatible with CNC milling mahines? For example will you be able to input it and mill a mould or blank for casting purposes ?
Sean

Robi · #7 14-07-03, 21:49

The bottom of the track link I have is smooth. Do you a sample or a pic of the version with spuds? I can try modeling both versions.

I have acces to full CNC shop and I use surfcam to convert my ACAD model to CNC. so, yes I can. I also have a small home foundry so I can cast some as well.

Stewart Loy · #8 16-07-03, 15:44

Robi,

The tracks that I have are smooth also. I have seen references to the spudded track in the manuals, but no clear pictures or detailed descriptions.

I just hooked up with a MkI restoration guy near me in Ontario, I will quiz him on the style of track on his Carrier.

Stewart

Robi · #9 16-07-03, 18:52

Let me know what you find out. I have no manuals, only pics off the net and the track link.