Re: Two Power Distribution boards?
 

Tessa,
Eric has perhaps covered all the bases on this one. To satisfy the rules, one and only one PD. However, as things change from year to year, the best method will be to address this through the Q&A when it opens after kickoff.
As a rule of thumb, when a team starts to load up the robot with motors, current does increase. Several teams tripped main breakers during last season for this reason. While the 120 amp breaker can withstand 600% over current for short periods, it is not self resetting. Once it trips you are done for the match.

Re: Two Power Distribution boards?
 

Why (and how) would you make a decision to use so many motors without even knowing what the challenge is?

You've put the cart before the horse.

Re: Two Power Distribution boards?
 

This is incredibly dangerous. From melting wires to blowing breakers/fuses, this is really not safe and I could see it failing inspection.

Re: Two Power Distribution boards?
 

Yes. I know that it is dangerous. That is the reason why you do not group two shooter motors together or drivetrain motors together! Just choose motors that will always run independently. Also, yes. I am pretty sure as soon as the inspection finds out about this the team would get blasted. That's why you do not use this at competition. Also, this adds a little bit of competition. This adds a quota and another thing to watch out about!

More competition also means more competition, usually!