Thread: Andymark Rhino Track Drive Module Assembly Problems (HELP)
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Re: Andymark Rhino Track Drive Module Track Flex Specs?
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Originally Posted by Richard Wallace View Post
We have tested our Rhino modules with extensive driving over defenses, t-boning, and aggressive ramming similar to what you can see in AndyMark's own videos.

For us, the track tension spec given in Step 15 on page 4 of the assembly instructions (3/4 inch deflection with 10 kg depressing force) seems about right.
We are working on a more specific tension test, which will hopefully specify a range of appropriate tension. We plan on releasing this by Tuesday or Wednesday of next week (2/16-2/17).

Andy B.