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Re: pic: Drivetrain Concept

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Originally Posted by Tom Line View Post
Also, unless there is a pressing reason for 8 wheels - I would avoid it. Unless you drop the middle 2 sets, you'll have trouble turning, and making 8 wheels the correct heights is really difficult.
I love the simplicity of this design. I too would suggest that the wood be made from plywood.

Another suggestion... if you make the 4 interior wheels have a slightly bigger diameter, that will work too. What I would do is put treads on the 4 interior wheels so that they have a diameter that is 0.2" larger than the outside wheels. This may be easier than varying axle heights.

Andy B.
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