23-01-2020, 09:57 PM
Hi folks,
I have used Alumiweld.
I broke the carb mounting lug from my Type 65 inlet manifold many years ago.
I re-cast the broken off part by first tinning the fracture then made a crude mould with a bit of 6mm stainless plate and a steel dam on an optimus camping stove.
The repair has lasted for years. ( the repaired area is harder than the original alloy )
I have also put a plate over a cut off nosepeice with the same stuff.
I have also had a go on a scrap crankcase. ( It had a case of Conroditus )
I pre heated the crankcase on the kitchen range then used a propane torch to heat the repair.
I now have a propane Tar Boiling ring for pre heating large parts, it is best to not use direct flame for the repair.
So it can be used with care.
This type of product has been around since the early 1970's if not before.
I have used Alumiweld.
I broke the carb mounting lug from my Type 65 inlet manifold many years ago.
I re-cast the broken off part by first tinning the fracture then made a crude mould with a bit of 6mm stainless plate and a steel dam on an optimus camping stove.
The repair has lasted for years. ( the repaired area is harder than the original alloy )
I have also put a plate over a cut off nosepeice with the same stuff.
I have also had a go on a scrap crankcase. ( It had a case of Conroditus )
I pre heated the crankcase on the kitchen range then used a propane torch to heat the repair.
I now have a propane Tar Boiling ring for pre heating large parts, it is best to not use direct flame for the repair.
So it can be used with care.
This type of product has been around since the early 1970's if not before.