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Re: Polycarbonate side plates for lighter gearboxes

Add my vote to "too flexible to be worthwhile". However, I've been toying with the idea of using DragonPlate carbon fibre laminate. Basically, bond something very stiff to the large faces, and something light, dimensionally stable and durable on the inside.