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Re: pic: Dual FisherPrice Gearbox

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Originally Posted by AdamHeard View Post
Made me realize a completely COTS solution to getting ~ 48:1 from two FPs.

Two FPs into AndyMark planetaries into a toughbox yields a 46.8~1 reduction.

I know it's not the lightest, but It requires no machining or work besides assembly (and the FP pinion).
Adam,

I thought about that a while ago and ruled it out because it was too heavy. We are pretty concerned about weight.

How much does a prealtered dewalt gearbox assembly weigh?

If it is less than 2 pounds, it just may be worth it.

thanks, Vivek
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