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Originally Posted by SuperNerd256
Just my opinion, but GET THE MECANUM WHEELS OFF!
I know the omnidirectional drive is cool, and looks promising, Any standard tank drive system will easily push you all match long. I think mecanums are cool for any purpose other than competition. Do you know how many mecanums usually make it to Einstein? As far as I know, none. Any team with mecanums are not only easily pushed, but are generally easily defended against, which, while game pending, is never a fun thing.
I think mecanums are just a waste of weight, and drivetrain, so that is my advice to you. 
EDIT: Also, it looks a little back heavy. How's the weight balance working out for you? |
Wow. I didn't expect this to derail the thread. We've had experience with mecanums, and it wasn't so good. I've seen a lot of unexperienced teams with a lot of potential use mecanums not knowing what to expect defensive-wise, and end up getting pushed around by the simplest of drive trains, disabling their ability to function. Just my opinion, that's all.
Let's not derail this thread further.
I agree with Roysturr. Adding a y bracket and attaching it to the frame would help a lot.