farmhard
ArboristSite Operative
Hi all, I need to weld a clutch cover on a Contra approx 1957/8. Usually I use aluminum TIG rod with flux but I tried welding with Alladdin which I believe is a Zinc alloy rod. I experienced porosity and cracking. The cover was cool enough to touch by hand and I would hear pops as it contracted and found cracks when filing. Other areas did not crack. Certain areas I would push the rod into to penetrate and it would work and other areas after I pulled the torch away would lift up and bubbe. An array off issue with this. I had a friend who is a welder that was not able to weld an 08. I can replace the cover but would like to keep the original.
Any suggestions?
Any suggestions?