Quote Originally Posted by Anttazz
Not a problem mate, a few months ago I was asking the same questions as you. Good to keep it simple on a first build.

If you're just using plastics theres no real specialised tools, just a hand drill and jigsaw with a plastic or metal bit.

okay

For plastics, the one we're building now is RG1000 (some people prefer Nylon) for the main structure and HDPE for the armour from directplasticsonline.co.uk.

How thick should it be?

Radio gear, the radio I started using was Planet 5 which is about £45, may be cheaper in certain stores. Or alternatively look in the wanted section for other roboteers selling second hand gear.

Would it be okay to take the radio gear from my remote control car?

Motors, I use drills from Argos, as many people on here do and recommend http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/p ... EDRILL.htm and there are a few ways of modifying them kicking about on here, if you decide to go that way I will post how its done for you, just let me know.

will do

Wheels, http://www.robochallenge.co.uk wheels fit right on to the end of the drill thread once the drill part is removed and it makes life much easier for you.

Should i get the wheels with a plain bore or nut insert?

Speed Controllers (ESC's) are possibly one of the more expensive things you would need. I usually use electronize ones, but there are a variety of them out there that I will write about when I am not about to fall asleep... if no one beats me to it that is.


Hopefully that will get you started anyway . Don't be afraid to give me a shout if you want to ask anything else.

Thank you very much for your help

Tony