OK Paul I successfully received the zip and translated the IGES file with little problem.
Pulled out the important parts of it and saved that, but is the bolt circle in the CAD the
final one?

I think that I can cut the plate in 2 separate setups. So that should work. I then did a
preliminary NC tool path layout and got an answer back of 9.5 hours(just milling time),
yow! The pockets do look very sweet and remind me of some military bulkheads in the F100's.
The side ears can be left without cutting.
Blake

When I go down to Tracy's I will look at the drawing on his computer
and increase the size of the dimension text so we can get that bolt circle right!!!!!
Oh well 9.5 hours milling time does not sound cost effective. Perhaps  hydrajet cut outs
are the way to go for low cost. Too bad! It sure would look trick.
Paul Lamar

Most of the time is spent milling the pockets. But the pockets are the "trick" part of this design and certainly would add both visual appeal and some total stiffness.  (two very good things!)

But tie down the bolt circle dimensions, send me the plate, and I'll cut it for you. As to milling any subsequent motor mounts, I'll see how much of a P.I.T.A. it is to produce and will get back to the list on my price to manufacture it.

Paul, i'd recommend band sawing off most of the extra metal to save on weight for shipping.

Later,
Blake Mantel
8 Francis Ave.
Newington, CT.  06111
860-667-4239

OK Blake. When I get back from Tracy's in FL. All the holes in mine are in place. You might
want to make a pattern from it for future use. I'll get Tracy to print out
his drawing on the hole patterns.

Paul Lamar
 
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