I will take anything made from Aluminum. How about a
aluminum drive shaft?
Dean T.
----- Original Message -----
From: <N197TR4@cs.com>
To: <fot@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2005 8:46 PM
Subject: Front Mounting Plate-TR3/4 Engine
> Aluminum Front Mounting Plate for TR3s and TR4s
>
> Jack & I were discussing...during flight back from Portland.
>
> I think we can replicate the front plate in Aluminum. One time production
> run, only.
>
> What is the ratio of weight from Steel to Aluminum? 3:1?
>
> What is more important?:
>
> Weight Reduction-I suppose the weight all of the way at the front counts
> more.
> Chance to lower engine? 1/2" 3/4" 1"
> Move engine back? 1/2" 3/4" 1"
> Just because?
>
> Price Point $50-$100-$150
>
> Jack would do it for the weight at $150
> I would do it because it is 'trick' for $100
> Survey says?
>
> If there is enough interest, I will get a quote. An order for 25 units
> would
> likely get it done.
>
> Joe Alexander
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