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Re: Modifications to FIRST Gray Wheels for Better Consistency
We are using 2 8" FIRST wheels running on a common 1/2" steel keyed shaft. Our compression is about 2". We found that by spacing the wheels apart by about 2" will yield less compression, but more consistent shots. We later replaced the spacers with a 6 inch diameter flywheel to increase the inertial mass, which seemed to yield some additional consistency. The flywheel also had the added benefit of giving us a better mounting surface for the shooter wheels and made for a cleaner looking shooter.
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FRC Team 3489 "Category 5"
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