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Originally Posted by jgraber
Re "modification" vs "COTS unmodified status";
How are these usually judged?
Soldering to a solder lug, I'm guessing not count as mod.
Soldering to a spade lug, count as mod or not?
Cutting off a plastic shroud, does that count as modification?
If the shroud is removeable and replaceable, and we remove it, does that count as modification?
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The stated intent of <R53> is "that the maximum power level of every ROBOT is the same" and "not to gain a weight reduction by potentially compromising the structural integrity of any motor". In particular, modifications to improve the interface between the motor and the rest of the electrical system would appear to fall under the spirit of <R53-C>, "The electrical input leads on the motors may be trimmed to length as necessary", as well as the clause allowing "teams to modify mounting tabs and the like". As always, only an answer on the Q&A can be considered official, but my assumption is that all of the modifications you describe are legal.