Posted by chuck on March 04, 1998 at 06:54:34:
In Reply to: Re: Re: Re: Can I weld MF 35 gas block? posted by Indian Guy on March 03, 1998 at 07:05:48:
: : ben
: : have a massey 35 same as yours frustrating
: : depends on how traditional you are
: : for repair i used jb weld and bolts email me
: Our mechanic, who does his days disguised as a math teacher, told me there is a place in Salt Lake that heats the block to a glowing red in a huge oven, after heating it they pull it out and a guy in a fire suit welds a bit then the block is shoved again into the oven til it's red and the welding continues. He says the price is based on half the cost of a new block. Old is made new, decked, miled, cleaned, etc. I'd lke to see 'em do one. I'm sure there's an outfit like this close to you if there's one in SLC. Good luck, Me
I've been welding for over 20 years and i say find a new block. Cast iron is very unpredictable.A small crack is one thing,completely welding a block with the damage you describe is a mistake.