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Re: 2014 FRC's Biggest Loser
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Originally Posted by BoilerMentor View Post
EMERGENCY NUCLEAR WEIGHT LOSS OPTION:
  • Remove 2 CIMs from the 6 CIM drive (~7 lbs.)
If you end up a bit over and are not using them elsewhere switching 2 of the cims to mini cims will save you 1.3lb. I have heard they can be used in 3 cim gearboxes like this with the same gearing.

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Originally Posted by MechEng83 View Post
On a completely unrelated note, anyone know where we can get a 26" long 1/2" keyed aluminum shaft? The longest I can find right now is 24"
MOE is unable to find one either, we may need to get one keyed with a mill, is switching to hex an option for you?
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