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Re: Angelbots Offseason 8W WCD
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Originally Posted by End-Game
Do any teams use a support between the gearboxes on a WCD?
It could be anything from an Andymark Churro, to a piece of versaframe, But I am wondering if any other teams have had issues or designs in the past that they would be willing to share.
From what I have seen, It is not common practice. Are there any specific reasons behind it?
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We defiantly do! First year we used the extruded aluminum (churros). Lately we make a bracket that mounts over the top of the gearbox and connects to the upper frame that is usually part of the bumper sub frame.
Even if you get them tightened I have seen deflection of the tube itself. You need to consider there is usually another 80+ lbs on the frame at competition. Lots of vibrations too.. That is asking a lot from those few mounting bolts..
Looking good, keep it up.
Aloha!
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