best why to weld aluminum

jesse8931 · 02-22-2008, 11:02 PM

what is the best why to weld aluminum for a motor mount its about half an inch thick?

**steven Durham** · 02-22-2008, 11:22 PM

I would say that a Tig weld would be the first choice to be able to control the heat and possible warping of the block. A mig with a spool gun is not to good for repairs as you are always adding material. Gas will also work but may be hard to control adding too much heat and causing the warping .
Steve

jesse8931 · 02-22-2008, 11:44 PM

its not on the block this is what they look like but home made
Speed Partz, Mini-Sprint Engine Mounts

**steven Durham** · 02-23-2008, 12:20 AM

I would guess that with a bracket like that gas weld would be OK . Tig is always best for repairs because of the control of the puddled molten material
Steve

ogygopsis · 02-23-2008, 12:28 AM

Jesse, Not all aluminum is weldable....depends on the composition of the metal
2024, 6061, etc and the temper of the metal T3, T4, T6, etc. Even if you
could weld the material you have and even if you could find an expert at Tig,
the chances of this piece holding up under heavy use are slim. My advice to
you is to spend 56 bucks and order a new piece......Ogy

jesse8931 · 02-23-2008, 09:16 AM

ok ill check into that and does anyone know a place that welds up aluminum wheels. this is the exact wheel i have it is split about an inch on the inside of the wheel
hyperracing.com

**x-90 rider** · 02-23-2008, 10:16 AM

Jesse,

These wheels are normally not welded for safety reasons, you should get a replacement. Will a tech inspection pass a rewelded wheel?

jesse8931 · 02-23-2008, 10:40 AM

they only have to pass tech once a year *that i know of* never seen it have to every race and i guess i got some new paper weights

**rudedog** · 02-23-2008, 11:15 AM

If you're that intent on having them repaired there are places like wheels america that repair passenger car wheels. The one here in Houston, does a fabulous job. I don't know if they'd tackle something that small though.The other downside is that it would probably run you close to $100.

5hpminitech · 02-25-2008, 12:03 PM

jesse there is a place here in mi that welds wheel widens rims every thing its called weldcraft wheels i can tig it but im no pro make no garuantes