Cantilevered drive wheels?

29-04-2007, 07:50

meaubry

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Re: Cantilevered drive wheels?

Team 47 has had both types of wheel to frame designs.
Both have worked out okay, but we prefer supporting the wheel axle on both sides.

Reasons include -
Loads are supported better.
Wheels and chain are protected better.
Easier to mount bumpers with an outer frame.

Mike

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