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Re: Bumper question

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Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz View Post
Quite frankly, I don't know why that interior bumper is outlined as "not OK". The rules say that a bumper must attach to the frame perimeter, which it does, it must be a minimum of 8" on either side of an exterior vertex, can't tell since the drawing is not dimensioned, etc. There do appear to be any rules that prevent interior bumpers. If I find out, I will let you know.

I believe the interior bumper is not ok as FIRST wants an 8" 'strike' zone to minimize damage to other machines. Otherwise below would be legal and leave a point that can cause damage to other machines. not to mention the whole 120 lb weight limit.
EDIT: It maybe good for a rule clarification about exterior angles that are less than 90* and thus protruding within the machine.

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