2oldman wrote:
I've never been a subscriber to the "If it ain't broke.." cliche.
Well that has been pretty obvious from the beginning of this "discussion". Along with "Don't confuse me with facts, my mind is made up".
Unless you are embarking on a project purely for educational or hobby purposes, a prudent individual analyzes the potential benefits against the costs, in both time and money.
In this project, it seems to me that you fully intend to reap real benefits from this.....over and above a simple weight reduction.....that will justify the effort and expense.
Several of us here don't believe that will happen......and there are some dangers to boot.
Maybe if you would clarify your motivations and expectations some of us "naysayers" would calm down. Maybe.