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title: West Coast Drive
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### What Is West Coast Drive
West Coast Drive (WCD) is typically characterized by using a certain set of features to make it a true WCD.

* 6/8/10 wheels
* All wheels are [cantilevered](http://www.dictionary.com/browse/cantilever)
* One wheel on each side is directly driven, while the rest are linked via chain
* Tank drive with a center drop

### Assembly

### Mounting Wheels

### Chain Vs. Belts

### Tensioning Chain

### Encoder Mounting

### Optimal Structure

### Advantages and Disadvantages



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