Thread: Gearboxes for shooter?
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Re: Gearboxes for shooter?
You might consider using only a belt or chain drive, with a reduction ratio of about half the inch diameter of the wheel. ie. 4:1 for an 8" wheel. With the smaller pulley/sprocket on the motor.