FRC Build System

Step 12-14

Vibra-TITE VC-3 Threadmate (Vibra-TITE) is recommended on all bolts that thread into a tapped hole.

Step 12

Insert the 45T Bevel Gear by either tapping it in with a dead blow hammer or using an arbor press.

Be sure to align the bolt holes in the Aluminum Swerve Wheel with the tapped holes in the 45T Bevel Gear.

The Wheel Drive Axle is symmetric. The orientation it is assembled in does not matter.

The locations of the bolts are marked out in green in the image below.

The 1/2" ID x 1 1/8" OD Radial Bearing that is pressed directly into the wheel and not the bevel gear must sit .034" deeper than flush. If the bearing is not pressed all the way into the wheel, the bevel gears will not mesh properly.

The 1/2" ID x 1 1/8" OD Radial Bearing will come pressed into the wheel.

Step 13

When installing the Wheel Assembly, be sure the 45T Bevel Gear and 15T Bevel Gear are on the same side.

It is easier to install the tread on the wheel before installing the wheel in the module.

If the wheel doesn't spin smoothly when the 1/4-20 x 3"L Bolt is installed, then take out the 3D Printed Bevel Gear Spacer (WCP-0367-006) installed in Step 5 and sand down the end that is in contact with the 15T Bevel Gear. If that bevel gear spacer is too long, then it can cause the bevel gears to bind once fully assembled.

Step 14

Apply Lucas Red "N" Tacky grease to all gears after final assembly to ensure smooth operation and reduce wear during use. Once greased, rotate and spin the wheel to distribute the grease evenly before powering up.

After running gearbox for 15-30 minutes, reapply a light amount of grease. Reapply as needed.

Corner Mounting

For more instructions regarding mounting the Corner Mount modules, see the Corner Mounting section.

It is recommended to use either the Top or Bottom Support Plate to strengthen the corner of your frame. Both are shown in the image below but only use one or the other.

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