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- - By rjt70 (*) Date 01-17-2004 02:31
I found a rare engine block for dirt cheap because it has what the seller calls extensive freeze damage in the lifter valley area to the water jackets. The cracks can only be seen with Magnaflux, not to the eye. It would save me over $2000.00 dollars if it is repairable. Do any of you have experience and advice on taking on a task like this? Which process would be best used and what filler metal is best?

Thanks in advance!
Bob
Parent - By billvanderhoof (****) Date 01-17-2004 06:49
Replied in technical- more info here raises level of hopefulness.
Bill
Parent - By srw2506 (*) Date 05-19-2004 17:41
Why weld it,does it leak?Have it checked for leaks,to much welding will distort the lifter valley.
Parent - By Lonny Doyle Date 11-08-2004 19:28
I work for Wells Racing Engines, and one of my jobs is crack repair on aluminum and cast iron.
We use two methods of crack repair:
Welding, usually nickel flame spray and pinning. (lock-n-stitch pins). Pinning is usually safer. For more info go to our web site at www.wellsracing.com
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