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Originally Posted by sc_rufctr View Post
^^^ Ouch, What are they made of? Standard alloys or Magnesium?

Would it be possible to have that filled using a TIG welder?

There's a special aluminum filler rod available that melts at lower temperatures.
- All you need is something like a plumbers torch. It's a similar process to lead wiping.


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Low-temperature aluminum filler rods (often referred to as Alumiweld, Ultrabond, or flux-core aluminum brazing/soldering rods) melt at roughly 380°C to 450°C (716°F to 842°F), compared to pure aluminum, which melts around 660°C (1221°F).
I think they are pressure cast aluminum. I am beginner TIG welder, I have a sense I would make a mess trying to fill that in.

I have used those filler rods, they are 97% zinc and 3% aluminum. I will try them, thanks.
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