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Are these worm drive motors fit for purpose?

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by M1shap, Apr 8, 2016.

  1. M1shap

    M1shap New Member

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    M1shap, Apr 8, 2016
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  2. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    noorbeast, Apr 8, 2016
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  3. eaorobbie

    eaorobbie Well-Known Member SimTools Developer Gold Contributor

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    @M1shap beware these motors will not hold when power is removed and can have quiet a bit of backlash too.
    eaorobbie, Apr 8, 2016
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