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Old 05-03-21, 08:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Andrew R Stewart
What Eric said and the anodizing will need removal too. The tiny cross section and minimal clearance with the clamping bolt further make a repair challenging. I suggest finding a replacement der, or a donner one to use the front and hinged part and see if the hinge pin can be removed. I have seen many examples of this type of breakage. I have yet to see a repair that was welded. Andy
Yes I figured this type of weld would be too complicated and better to just find a replacement. Just a shame that the unit is in such nice condition. This is an example of AL fatigue / fracture and why most preferred steel frames.
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