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To me, the only reason a rules violation would be allowed would be in extreme cases (Dean Kames signs your bumpers is the only thing that comes to mind.), otherwise, you are realy cheating GP, competing with an illegal robot. To me, an illegal globe motor should prevent you from coming on the field until you fix it, given that it is such a major infraction. If it is something smaller, 488's bumpers for example, then you should be let on the field, just dont pass inspection until its fixed. Either way, the rules are for all teams, no matter thier experience or skill level.

just my $0.02