Thank you all!
There is so many good suggestions here. Many makes, models, builders I had never heard of. Far too many to "at mention" or quote each of you by name. It will take some time to digest everything that is in this thread.

Your encouragement is very much valued and it feels good to be such good company.

I see that Rob English has 2 projects in his portfolio that look interesting. Rodriguez is also very near to me. (Their work is outstanding, BTW.) But I also see that, thanks to you guys, maybe, a version 1 or version 2 test bike may also prove to be a worthy venture as well.

I got to thinking on some of the potential complications. There will be more to follow as things progress. This could be a very interesting adventure before it is done.

I'm feeling bold.
I'll keep this thread updated when things coalesce into action.