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Joe K · 08-09-2019, 08:26 PM

I would try grinding them off. Its all about finesse. Use a 1/16 or better an 040 cutting wheel. (O40 is a little harder to find at the big box stores.)

I would not worry about any "heat affected zone." The remainder of the axle is plenty strong enough. And while straightness is a concern, it is unlikely welding would have changed the axle housing measurably.

Joe K

08-09-2019, 08:26 PM	#10
Joe K Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,188	Re: Rear Axle Messtoration I would try grinding them off. Its all about finesse. Use a 1/16 or better an 040 cutting wheel. (O40 is a little harder to find at the big box stores.) I would not worry about any "heat affected zone." The remainder of the axle is plenty strong enough. And while straightness is a concern, it is unlikely welding would have changed the axle housing measurably. Joe K __________________ Shudda kept the horse.