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John Turney

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I'm not liking the look of these:

IMG_1411-Reduced.jpgLeft Read Shock Mount-Lower Front.jpgLeft Read Shock Mount-Lower Rear.jpg

While replacing the left axle shaft, bearing, etc. I noticed these cracks. Looks like some drilling to stop the cracks and welding is in order.
 

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Common fatigue area. Did you find any signs on the other side? Prep, drill, weld, finish and enjoy. Good luck with the repair. A Hot Rod (muffler shop) did mine before I had any welding skills. It's held up nicely after all these years. Gonzo
 
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No sign on the right side; that was the first place I looked.

I have Waxoil inside the frame. I wonder if it will ignite?
 

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I'll watch for the mushroom cloud. I welded a couple of small cracks in that area a few years ago. Filled the gas tank (less vapor phase that way) and welded away. If you are really concerned about the waxoil, just purge the frame a bit with some argon or whatever inert gas you weld with.
 

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Much sucking of teeth!

Get the grinder out and channel out the cracks or a series of small holes and then weld 'em up. I doubt if the waxoil would cause much of a problem but just in case try a sample weld on a piece of steel with waxoil on it and see what happens.

PS Then let us know the results :wink-new:

:cheers:

Bob
 
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