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Old 03-30-2014, 02:24 AM
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Clock, I think if you will simply copy the design, "they" will come after you...

if you will ask their permission to use their design, since there is a possible demand, and the part is no longer available, "they" might have an ongoing contract with the previous manufacturer that might prevent granting permission to a fourth party
if "they" grant you permission, "they" will expect the piece to be to "their" specs, so it will require you to use "their" molds, dies and whatnot...

On the other hand, if you do not use "their" design, but you are "inspired" by it and have your own design, you might (just might!) get away with doing what you are considering doing...

I am not sure if I need the skid plate or not, but hereby I am subscribed...
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