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Old 10-25-2012, 04:07 PM   #10
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Re: Cracked Exhaust Manifold Questions

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i would like to formally withdraw any comments regarding the welding of cast iron.
No need to withdraw. You're correct in that it's difficult to weld compared to regular iron stuff. It seems to depend on the experience of the welder.

Many years ago, I had an engine throw a rod and put a small hole on the side of the block. I had it welded and you could see hairline cracks around the edges of the weld. It held, but oozed a tiny bit of oil from the cracks.
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