Design Options --

LIGHTENER HOLES

There are FIVE large flat sections (A, B, C) in the hitch plate. Choose appropriate sections for lightener holes.

 

Section A Section B Section C
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TAPERS FOR DIRECTIONAL SOLIDIFICATION

There is one long thin rib that extends from the flat boss on the periphery to the center rib. Add a suitable taper to promote directional solidification on that rib.

 

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Original Design Option A Option B

 

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