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Re: Throwing Problems/Motors

I would try getting a larger gear reduction or try to make the catapult shorter. I believe the problem you have is the amount of torque your system is creating with a 3' catapult. Not only that, but the ball being near the end of the catapult also creates quite a bit of torque.
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