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Originally Posted by Bill Douglas
I know this sounds a bit rough - I'm from New Zealand and we tend to be a bit too practical.
But can you just get a good aluminium mig welding place to weld it with the engine in place. Sure the oil might get a bit scorched but it could have a change after.
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That was initially my first thought but after the collective wisdom of the forum and talking to a few welders, that probably wouldn't turn out well. You'd be better off using JB Weld if you don't want to crack the case apart. #1 reason is because of the oil contamination, good welds need really clean surfaces on both sides of the weld, #2 is warpage from introducing all that heat. It likely wouldn't seal well nor would it be flat if you welded it that way.
That's what lead me down the path to just taking it apart, getting it done right, and rebuilding it along the way.
Thanks! Idk why but the Green on Black wheels is such a good look.