Bumper Mount

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Thad,
The 1/4" gap rule applies to the bumper in the corners as well. We understand that KOP frame has hardware that stick out. Please be sure to assemble the frame so that the bearings are facing the correct way. As always, (this year more than most) bumpers require secure fastening to the robot frame. Two screws on each segment may not be sufficient. Ask your inspector for assistance if you cannot find a suitable attachment method.

[Thad House]

Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz

Thad,
The 1/4" gap rule applies to the bumper in the corners as well. We understand that KOP frame has hardware that stick out. Please be sure to assemble the frame so that the bearings are facing the correct way. As always, (this year more than most) bumpers require secure fastening to the robot frame. Two screws on each segment may not be sufficient. Ask your inspector for assistance if you cannot find a suitable attachment method.

We passed just fine this weekend. We are not actually using a Kitbot. We never had a problem with the bumpers not being strong enough this weekend. each side has at least 3 inches of the height of the wood backed by metal, because the bumpers mount to their own frame, which then attaches to the chassis.