Thread: Chain Drive Question
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Unread 07-04-2004, 00:15
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Re: Chain Drive Question
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Originally Posted by Astronouth7303
Oh, right, that.
One word: WEIGHT.
Yeah that's true weight is allows a problem in first however that is also why you follow good engineering practices.

Just for the person that posted the picture of their teams robot using short section of chains. AVOID CAST IRON LIKE THE PLAUGE and you will save at least 1-2 lbs per bearing.

The best way to remove weight is to go to aluminum axles and and fixed axles with live wheels. It takes a little effort but could give you at least 5-8 lbs back out of your drive train. Also the wheels will be easy to install, remove, and repair.