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Structure 2: Rear Wheel Mounts

Roger’s wheels are all connected to the frame by wheel mounts.

To create the rear wheel mounts you’ll need the following parts:

Quantity

Color

Item Description

4

Black

1x4 Beam with Holes

4

Black

Friction Pin

4

Gray

1x2 Plate with Motor Mounts

2

Black

Axle Studs (from previous step)

2

Gray

40 Tooth Gear

2

Gray

Bushings

Step 1.        Place 2 friction pins in the holes of a 1x4 beam. Leave the center hole empty.

Step 2.        Attach another 1x4 beam to the pins creating a solid block.

Step 3.        Finish off by adding 2-1x2 motor mount plates to one end of the block.

Step 4.        Repeat steps 1 through 3 to create an identical wheel mount.

Step 5.        Now place an axle stud through the hole in the center of the block as shown.

Step 6.        Slide a 40-tooth gear down the axle stud and lock it down with a bushing. Make sure the stud and gear can spin freely.

Step 7.        Repeat steps 5 and 6 to create a mirror image of the wheel mount.

 

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