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patracy,
I am a fan of ZA castings but this is not a good place for them.
If I were doing this (glad I am not) I would probably start with D-2 bar stock. CNC in 3 or 4 axis. Then Austemper.
http://www.appliedprocess.com/process
I think the guy should have some "rapid protos" made from soft al...
NOBODY said anything about the outer hub being cast al. If I recall correctly, the turn/switch gizmo on my AVM hubs for my '72 Scout was cast al. The reference was IF (BIG IF) the guy needs a good al foundry, I know a top notch foundryman.
BTW and FYI Zinc-Alum. (ZA) is extremely strong and...
JT, how'bout 3-d printing some demo parts to sign up guys here on SS? They could see what their ESCROWED $$$ would be purchasing. Sell "Delivery positions"....I will take two.
JT, Try these guys in longmont, Colorado. They have done some very limited production for me.
http://www.westernfoundries.com/Products.html
If you need an alum foundry let me know. I also have a pal who is considered the "Guru of casting" and does work for some weirdo organization in...
I did NOT say I wanted a "premium" price. I said PRICE (alone) is not everything. There is nothing more expensive than CRAPPY parts. Get stuck in the WAY-outback and see how much a tow costs for a 23,000 Lb vehicle.(IF you can get a tow.)
To be more clear; I am in for two sets IF they are high...
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