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Re: Brecoflex Treads

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Originally Posted by jhellr13 View Post
My team used the treads in 2010. I remember they had great traction and were pretty durable. Turning the robot was something you always had to be concerned about. I never drove that robot, but i remember hearing that you couldn't just jolt into a turn. You had to slowly guide the joystick. It also had great pushing power. We tipped over a robot one time. The treads did have their flaws though. At our regional, after the first practice round, one tread snapped.
Can you tell me more about your 2010 drivetrain you referenced? Was it a 6wd drop center or a tank tread setup that snapped the belt and provided issues with turning?
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