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Take a look at my butt crack Last viewed: 4 hours ago

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Sorry folks. I could not resist.

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Ludwig old school
Posted on 10 years ago
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You might be able to have that welded back together. And remember... crack kills! :D

John

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Posted on 10 years ago
#2
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I believe all those type of complicated-shaped parts are cast metal. If so you'll be looking for another one. Try and look to see if inside the split looks like a smooth break or it's porous. If it's brass it can be brazed. Steel can be welded. Cast=replace.

Posted on 10 years ago
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From teverson-sr

I believe all those type of complicated-shaped parts are cast metal. If so you'll be looking for another one. Try and look to see if inside the split looks like a smooth break or it's porous. If it's brass it can be brazed. Steel can be welded. Cast=replace.

I beleve your correct I think it's cast?

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Posted on 10 years ago
#4
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For such a thick piece of metal there is a weak magnetic pull. Even the wrap tugs the magnet harder. Some kind of pot metal I guess. I do have a replacement. If it were steel I don't think there would be a chance of this snapping. The same has happened to me with Speed King pedal parts.

Ludwig old school
Posted on 10 years ago
#5
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Just replace the part, I'm sure you can find another. I had one and the part is not symmetrical. Looks like the original die was hand made.

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Posted on 10 years ago
#6
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Couldn't help but laugh at your title!!

As previously stated, it is a cast part and most likely porous metal. If you can't find a replacement, I would suggest using JB Weld to repair the crack. It will penetrate the porous metal and really hold tight. The tricky part might be how to get it clamped!

Mark

Posted on 10 years ago
#7
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Thanks people. I did get one off ebay for $30 + shipping.

Ludwig old school
Posted on 10 years ago
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From Bondo

Thanks people. I did get one off ebay for $30 + shipping.

Excellent!

Mark

Posted on 10 years ago
#9
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I will attempt a JB weld on the old butt. It just has to be put on the never ending drum project list. Not a bad thing!!

Ludwig old school
Posted on 10 years ago
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