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Re: Bumper Attachment

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Originally Posted by Snobot174Guy View Post
We are looking to attach our bumpers using bolts that would screw in from the outside (noodle side) of the bumper into our frame. The bolts would be recessed between the noodles and not protrude in any way that could contact another robot or field element. I didn't see any rule that would prohibit this - does anyone else see any reason this may be illegal?
Hard parts extending beyond 1" from the frame perimeter, maybe--do some careful measuring. If I was to do something like that, I'd anchor the bolt heads in the plywood (maybe using recesses) and use wingnuts inside the frame for quick but secure attachment.
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