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Old 09-03-2009, 10:35 PM   #37 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by vpoppv View Post
I just got done pulling out the motor; I have never done that before and it went very smoothly. If I could just locate some aluminum plate for cheap, I could have something going by the end of labor day....
You can usually source aluminum plates of decent size and thickness from salvage yards. They sell it for more than scrap price, usually.

Also, find a welding shop in your area - they'll be able to hook you up clean metals at a price only marginally higher than their cost.
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