08-04-2020, 08:22 AM
Dads rebuilding the engine on his chummy and has just noticed this crack, looks to have been there some time!
As it seems to be confined to the water jacket and the block is otherwise in good nick (according to Dad) I think its worth trying a repair.
First thoughts are to open it up with the dremmel and fill with metal epoxy. I cannot envisage a good outcome from welding - but thoughts welcome.
Also thought welcome on the cause, I wouldn't think there was any stress in this spot and last time the car may have been exposed to sub zero temperatures was 20 Years ago.
As it seems to be confined to the water jacket and the block is otherwise in good nick (according to Dad) I think its worth trying a repair.
First thoughts are to open it up with the dremmel and fill with metal epoxy. I cannot envisage a good outcome from welding - but thoughts welcome.
Also thought welcome on the cause, I wouldn't think there was any stress in this spot and last time the car may have been exposed to sub zero temperatures was 20 Years ago.