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Re: Off-season chassis

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Originally Posted by Michael 4499 View Post
Close, it is 2x1-1/2 tubing everywhere and although not in cad there will be a carbon fiber plate on the belly of the chassis.
Nice work!


Why carbon fiber over "cellulose fiber"? Wood tends to be nearly as strong and light, but is far cheaper and easier to machine. And the frame is plenty sturdy to make up for any loss in strength?
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