question about actuators

07-11-2008, 22:14

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Re: question about actuators

The 2009 rules may be different, but based on past rules, it would not be allowed if driven by a motor that is not included in the kit of parts. If you found a way to adapt a kit of parts motor to the mechanical portion of the linear actuator, then it would be legal.

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