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Re: H-Drive Strafing issues

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Originally Posted by messer5740 View Post
I think it might.... we are using Vex, so it may be more reliable (since it is a kit)
It doesn't matter. First off, both are kitbots, and both are somewhat reliable chassis. I like Vex better personally, more options for entirely COTs chassis. Anyways, you simply aren't going to get the right amount of compression between the strafing wheel and the ground without actuating it. The best way to do so without mucking about in custom manufacturing is to grab a versadrop module and slap it into the place currently occupied by your strafing wheel. Position it right, and you should be able to drop the strafing wheel by actuating a single piston.

At this point, though, if you want to delay it further, then continue to deliberate. But you've only got a couple weeks left, and if you want this thing driving well by the end of build, you're going to need to either order the parts you need very quickly and get it done, or just switch to a basic 2+2 or 6-wheel tank drive.
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