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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.
Another option is to use omnis on the 4 corners--that way, all eight wheels can contact the ground for stability, but still be able to turn smoothly...and I second the idea of adding L-brackets or some additional support to the 4 primary corner joints.

Question for anyone on the aluminum belly pan: what is the minimum sheet thickness one would use on such an application?
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