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Re: To those using rollers:

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Originally Posted by rocketperson44 View Post
We haven't tested or built this yet, but the plan I've been working with would be to install a plastic plug onto each end of the pipe, and then screw an andymark hub (or Kop or custom made equivalent, depending on motor) onto its face, which the motor would be attached to.

For smaller pipe, the same concept, except with a doughnut instead of plug would work as well.
This idea works really well. Especially if you're using pvc. U can use pvc glue to connect a cap onto the end of the pvc and screw or bolt on a sprocket and drive with a chain, or belt, if u prefer.
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