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Re: Team 957 1/30 Update

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Originally Posted by Nate Edwards View Post
We are adding bumper supports as we have an inch of play on the outside of the frame each way. The bumpers will be added tonight, there will be 6 inches on either side of the large opening on the front and the sides and back will be completly covered. We call it the golden ratio.

For the steering we are using a 1:1 ratio with the window motor. It may be too fast so we may tone it down.
Obviously the back won't be "completely" covered (i.e. the hitch). But without doing the trig myself I *think* you'll still be good, 2/3 coverage wise.

Can't wait to see it in action!