jeepsr4ever wroteFixturing is almost done for the backing plate. It will be 1.25" thick and it will stay on the motor. Here is a sneak peek at the machining of the prototypes :idea:

More as we get closer
Matt bUuuuuuudddyy
I carved up the Crown cover today and a 2 inch backing plate will work perfectly.
I'll email you some pics tomorrow.
Jeff