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This will be my 1st attempt at a sumo style bot/RC. My design stems from Deadblow (http://www.lazytoad.com/teamtoad/season2/deadblow.JPG). Although it wont be as refined or visually pleasing (due to the lack of machining equipment) it will be powerful. I am planning on making it from 3"x1/2" 6061 Aluminum for light weight and strength. I will be using 2 Black and Decker 14.4v motors and gearboxes. It will be a chain driven 2.5:1 ratio from the @500-600 rpm outputs to 4-7/8" wheels ...
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