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[FVC]: Curiosity: Did anyone use the aluminum parts?
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28-04-2007, 12:23
Jeff K.
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Re: [FVC]: Curiosity: Did anyone use the aluminum parts?
FVC3144(now 1138) used two kit's worth of aluminum. It was the only way the guys could have made their design work because the steel was too heavy and kept stripping the gears, clutches, and eventually, the motors. Plus they look nice.
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