[114gopher]

I was interested in buying a VEX kit, but lack the money to do so anytime soon. I was wondering if anyone had any alternative suggestions. I am ok with buying structural stuff from one place, motors from another, and so on. Also, anyone who has the VEX kit, how do the motors attach to the drive shaft? Gears, belts, chain, directly? Part of the reason I wanted this was because my little brother (12) wants to fiddle with robotics stuff. He doesn't like the Lego stuff that much, so any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!!