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Re: VersaFrame by VEX Robotics

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Originally Posted by Bonzabonz View Post
Is it possible to use bolts as opposed to rivets when connecting the gussets to the metal tubing, or is there a major drawback somewhere when using bolts?
Be careful not to crush the tube by overtightening, especially with the .04'' stuff. It's shockingly easy to do. But, yeah, you can do it.
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