A good use for Alumaloy?

[ChrisS]

I've seen the commercials and if what they say is true I should be able to get the engine running again with a propane torch and a file. What are your opinions on this approach?

The following shows the piston after a piece that was wedged in was removed

And some cracks

If I run out or rod I'll just fill in the gaps with the chunks from the oil pan and intake manifold. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/devilgrin.gif

 

[Bugeye58]

A little JB Weld and you'll be back on track in no time, Chris.
Jeff /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazyeyes.gif

 

[jlaird]

Man, really ate that up.

 

[drooartz]

That's impressive!

I was thinking super glue myself, or maybe some bondo? /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/devilgrin.gif

 

[aeronca65t]

ASHTRAY!
(I'm not a smoker, but I've got one like that on my desk for "stuff")

 

[startech47]

It will only be stronger, thicker deck on the top of the pisto n when you are done. Might I suggest a Sawzall to re-cut the ring grooves. Phil

 

[DrEntropy]

I love it! Sawzall ring groove tool!! YEEha!

Let us know how that Alumaloy patch works fer ya, Chris. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/devilgrin.gif

That's pretty dramatic failure. Sheesh. Actually, it's a wonder to me the things work ~at all~ for over ten minutes! Magic.

 

[spritenut]

You can't use a sawzall for new ring grooves, the blade is not wide enough.
Use the angle grinder with a metal cut off wheel, it's the perfect size.