John-The motors aren't horrible, but those mounting plates are pricey. I can make my own mounts no problem. I have a drill press, tap/die set, and countersink bits.

Harry- good point, I thought about that too- I'm just trying to see what the relative cost vs performance is for various parts and sources. I'll probably track down a few electric screwdriver motors also. It's funny, all of a sudden anything with a motor has potential to be a robot part. I have some brushless motors left over from airplanes that may turn into weapon motors eventually as well.

Only two exams stand between myself and going home to build something awesome!