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29-12-2014, 16:39

Ty Tremblay Ty Tremblay is offline

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Re: Octagonal WCD

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Originally Posted by Jared

75 lbs is a very conservative worst case.

SW simulation express isn't the right tool for this.

If you're concerned that your cantilevered wheels are too weak, you can just add an additional plate on the inside with another bearing. It's likely worth the extra .5 pounds, rather than having the panic of replacing a wheel/bearing between elimination rounds.

Thanks Jared. I agree with your points 100%. A second plate wouldn't certainly help.

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