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Unread 09-01-2009, 00:02
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Re: 4WD Turning Difficulties

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Originally Posted by jtkellertx View Post
Yeah, we got the same results agreeing with John. We had to spin our wheels for a good 5 seconds to get our bot to rotate (without trailer), on Glasteel FPR.

Edit: To be fair, our robot wasn't loaded to full weight, it was at about 35-40 lbs.
While we didn't use exact weights, we drove a 4 CIM AM Shifter in Low Gear (with a long drive base) at about 30 pounds and about 180 pounds (yes, I know this is 30 pounds more than an actual robot!). While noticeable, the difference in turning ability was nothing to write home about.
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