Three more holes in NXT EVO base-plate
Posted: Fri Jan 06, 2023 1:14
It would be VERY handy if there were holes in the Gladiator NXT EVO (and OTA) base-plate to allow access to the dry clutch adjustments.
This would allow adjustments without having to remove and re-install the plate.
I realize this plate may also be used for previous generation products.
The additional holes should not have any effect on those products (except possible confusion about why they are there).
A note could be included with products that don't have the clutches saying they are only for use in products WITH clutches,
and can be ignored in products without them.
The new holes may not have to be labeled on the plate itself.
The existing documentation describes the clutches very well, indicating there are two for the Y-axis and only one for the X-axis.
It should be possible to identify which holes serve which purpose by comparing with the existing documentation pictures.
Of course labels (etched or stamped) on the plate would be preferable.
These markings would not need to be complex. A simple "X" or "Y" near each hole would probably be sufficient.
A line connecting the two Y-axis holes would make identification even easier.
I find myself making fairly frequent adjustments of the clutches (on left and right sticks) as I am still fine tuning initial set-up.
If the clutches relax with use, this may be a long-term issue.
Making this easier for the customer will be greatly appreciated.
This would allow adjustments without having to remove and re-install the plate.
I realize this plate may also be used for previous generation products.
The additional holes should not have any effect on those products (except possible confusion about why they are there).
A note could be included with products that don't have the clutches saying they are only for use in products WITH clutches,
and can be ignored in products without them.
The new holes may not have to be labeled on the plate itself.
The existing documentation describes the clutches very well, indicating there are two for the Y-axis and only one for the X-axis.
It should be possible to identify which holes serve which purpose by comparing with the existing documentation pictures.
Of course labels (etched or stamped) on the plate would be preferable.
These markings would not need to be complex. A simple "X" or "Y" near each hole would probably be sufficient.
A line connecting the two Y-axis holes would make identification even easier.
I find myself making fairly frequent adjustments of the clutches (on left and right sticks) as I am still fine tuning initial set-up.
If the clutches relax with use, this may be a long-term issue.
Making this easier for the customer will be greatly appreciated.