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Re: pic: 1251 Side Plates

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Originally Posted by Dan-o View Post
Am I seeing what I think I'm seeing? Looks like 8 wheels to me. How long did your CNC take to mill those? I'm guessing we'll see some lightening holes in those by competition time. Clean design. I like the thickened bearing holders (if that's what they are). Will you be using tank drive steering for this, or will the wheels be controlled somewhat independently?

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Good eye, You are correct with the 8 wheel drive, the CNC took roughly 2 hours for each plate, however, no lightening holes are necessary since the plate is pocketed in so many places to reduce the weight. It will be tank steered, the front wheels are slightly raised above the rest to allow turning.
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