Try www.acmespeedshop.com for the aluminum backplate, as well. I think
Hap's prices are much better.
On Wed, 1 Mar 2006 12:45:11 -0600 "Jim Johnson" <bmwwxman@gmail.com>
writes:
> Thanks, Bud! MiniMania offers an Aluminum one for $189.95. If I
> don't go
> that way, I still have options to get another one made of sheet
> steel plate
> here in town. I just discovered another plasma cutter here in town.
>
> BTW, I am given to understand that the original is actually a
> casting rather
> than a machined peice of steel. The cracks are between bolt holes
> around
> the starter hole. Obviously, the plate was flexing since I also
> found the ring
> gear and starter gear chewed up!!
>
> For now I'll hold off on your offer...
>
> Cheers!!
> Jim - disemboweled Midget in Dodge City
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