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Re: How do I hook up the motors to the wheels?

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Originally Posted by Austin.Loach View Post
Alright, well I haven't actually purchased any motors or wheels or anything of the sort just because I didn't want to waste money on some parts then have them not go together..

I was thinking of using these wheels
http://www.andymark.com/product-p/am...k.htm?CartID=3

and using these motors
http://www.andymark.com/Motor-p/am-0255.htm

But again, I'm rather new and don't know to what extent those will work together (if at all). So if these don't go together, could you just suggest a cheap(ish) alternative to what I have chosen? Thanks again everybody!
http://www.andymark.com/product-p/am-0588.htm

Now, what did you say your application was again? We can't tell you if that's a good idea or not without knowing a little bit about what you're trying. By the way, your free speed would be about 95 ft/second if my math is right and you're driving with that thing (RPM of motor at 5500, C=pi*4" diameter, and 1 revolution moves you 1*C). Depending on loaded speed, you'll stall pretty quickly, though. (Again, if you're driving. If you're trying to shoot something, you might need to go the other way and spin faster.)
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