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Originally Posted by billbo911
I really like this design and may consider proposing it, if it makes sence for the game.
I do think there is a problem with it though. Assembling the transmissions to the chassis. (Please correct me if I wrong here.)
If I am seeing this correctly, the tube mounts need to be installed to the frame first, then the transmissions to the mounts. The problem is, the drive shaft is long enough that motors will not allow correct alignment to the two rail bearings because the belly pan is in the way. Servicing this, or replacing a motor might be a bit difficult.
If these issues are easy to address, please explain how. I like this design and would love to use it!
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The drive shaft on the middle wheel, along with the gear on that shaft, remains in the tube when the transmission is removed. The interface between the removable transmission and the frame consists of the mounting bolts and the gear interface.