Single or 2 speed gearbox?

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Single or 2 speed gearbox?

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12-01-2016, 23:24

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Re: Single or 2 speed gearbox?

Single Speed Double Reduction from Vex, 12:57:1 ratio. They worked great for our Ri3D drivetrain. I don't see the benefit of shifting vs. the volume/weight for FIRST Stronghold. If you decide to go for a low robot <16" fitting ball shifters on the drivetrain is a pain.

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