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very nice. looks lighter than last years.. whatkind of tires are those? ever think that the wedgetop and roughtop might be better or are those good enough?

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Well the wheels are from NPC and they have remarkable traction. They have a durameter of around 60 (which is quite sticky). NPC makes good robot parts. you can find their products at:

http://www.robotmarketplace.com

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Are those Colson wheels, or similar to colson wheels?

Also, I'm interested in learning how you couple your axle to the dewalt tranny output. Also, is there a bearing right next to the dewalt tranny output?

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We use 1/2" keyed shaft with transmission end turned down to fit the 0.3 x 0.25 double-D.

Yes, a bearing on the wheel mount next to the transmission - just mirror what you see on the outside wheel mount.

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I thought the post said TARDIS :D