I am putting out a feeler here guys. Here is the situation. I have become employed at a first rate rapid prototyping shop in the last six months. They are plenty busy and not looking for business.
I have access to molding equipment of a very high caliber. From 3D printers to CNC machines (plastic only) and several autoclaves as well as design equipment above and beyond CAD. I also have the bosses blessing for tooling use but mold casting materials will cost.
So what I really want to know is how much interest there is? For new carbon fiber gear, bellcranks, old single style control horns for nonflapped designs, cowls and wheel pants...etc.
A few years back I called Dan Winship and asked if he were going to make any more stunt equipment, gear in particular. He said no and also said he did not care if i made copies of some of his stuff. As most will attest... very high quality, like jewelry!
I will have to touch base with Dan again, however I will have the ability to make dead on copies of just about anything, and make it from and carbon/epoxy or other urethane materials. Some that will will even simulate rubber quite well for somebody who might want something for scale...untested as to durability thus far but worth exploring.
Talk to me fellas!