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06-07-2023, 12:34 PM | #41 | |
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Re: Metal Stitching my Block
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because of accessibility. TIG is preferred. The rod will depend on the type of cast iron being welded. ER70 works for most. Bronze or a silver alloy is used also. Sometimes applied with a gas torch. Plain cast iron rod is also used, applied with a gas torch and flux. This is an excellent repair that color matches extremely well but due to having to heat the whole block or part usually requires re-machining all machined surfaces due to oxidation. |
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06-07-2023, 12:54 PM | #42 |
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Re: Metal Stitching my Block
There are a few YOUTUBE videos on Metal Stitching by Metalock. It can be done, but I do not know how economical it is for this repair. It is not a do-it-yourself process
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07-01-2023, 07:28 AM | #43 |
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Re: Metal Stitching my Block
Gene F,
My engine was sent to Rons' Machine Shop in March 2020. They repaired the cracks some time after and the rebuilt short block was shipped back September 2020. I'm curious to the "Hmmmm" referenced in your question. Am I missing something? |
07-01-2023, 04:10 PM | #44 |
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Re: Metal Stitching my Block
No I guess not. Hey, thanks for the reply. Ya know the big Model-A meet is close to the Ron's Machine shop venue this year.
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