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Custom Tread Links
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lugnet.build
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Sat, 12 Feb 2005 06:10:08 GMT
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So, I need big treads. About 400-500 studs long total, and about 8-studs wide.
I’ve jury-rigged some prototype treads, and I’m fairly happy with them, but I’m
curious to see some other examples. Anyone know of any?
Here’s what I’ve got so far:
They actually spin pretty well. But they’re a little fragile when you apply too
much force. They also don’t “clutch” to the wheels, so the wheels can
theoretically spin without turning the tread. Not a big deal since I don’t plan
on trying to motorize it (I’d need a hefty amount of motors), but would be nice.
DaveE
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| (...) Your picture links don't seem to work, which is a shame as I'd be interested to se how they work. Steve (20 years ago, 12-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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| (...) Ever thought of the old gears, like from (URL) this> set? I actually don't have any but it seems a small one might work for what you are describing. This is pretty cool Dave. Usually the big treads I see are modified conveyer belt links. Can't (...) (20 years ago, 12-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
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| (...) (URL) Yes>. (URL) These reduce the distance from the wheel surface, and with the addition of a hinge brick top, can be effectively driven by a 24x43 wheel+tyre. Of course they could also be easily reduced to a 2x8 footprint. ROSCO (20 years ago, 12-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)
| | | Re: Custom Tread Links
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| That's some nice work. I have been looking for some way to make custom garage door Your design has inspired me to make some variations: Design 1: (URL) of your design base on 3L lift arm and 3L stud-less beam. The chain is strong but the large plate (...) (20 years ago, 13-Feb-05, to lugnet.build)
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