No disemboweling of any ones point or idea contributed to this forum including my own but.....One very important thing to keep in mind when cutting, modifying, replacing parts in the name of weightlessness is; Be mindful of what that part does in transit, load and time service limits.

It may be inviting to go beyond the limits of common sense or defy theoretical limitations, but some things are best left alone. And if a said part is to be replaced and or modified to the hairs of questionable stance, first use the best materials that are proven to withstand forces, over built it or safety net it to the up most and STILL keep a keen eye and ear for it during the course of operation. Even HD steel parts have failed in extreme circumstances.
Space exploration and travel with all the respected high end engineering minds and budgets has had its faults.