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Re: Custom Tread Links
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Date: 
Sat, 12 Feb 2005 15:51:30 GMT
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   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

Ever thought of the old gears, like from 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 wait to see what it goes to.

Mark



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  Re: Custom Tread Links
 
(...) Huh! I hadn't thought of that, but those old links might work since they've got studs on 'em. If only they were available in quantity (and for cheap!) (...) Yeah, most of what I see is conveyor links. Initially I was planning on using about (...) (20 years ago, 12-Feb-05, to lugnet.build)

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  Custom Tread Links
 
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: (6 (...) (20 years ago, 12-Feb-05, to lugnet.build, FTX)

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