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> Help with trans case repair needed., My teener is in the shop for repair ....
Jamie
post Mar 30 2023, 09:50 AM
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..of a trans housing leak as a result of a prior welding repair made years ago. The repair of a punched hole was apparently made with aluminum weld material, and has developed a leak at the welded patch. My mechanic's welder is having trouble finding magnesium welding rods to properly make the repair now, can any of you suggest a source for these mag rods? This info is way above my pay grade when it comes to welding! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hissyfit.gif)
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dhuckabay
post Mar 30 2023, 10:29 AM
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I get mine from Grainger, stores are everywhere. Not the cheapest but always available.

Pretty easy metal to weld. Does need an argon blanket on the back side of the weld.

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..of a trans housing leak as a result of a prior welding repair made years ago. The repair of a punched hole was apparently made with aluminum weld material, and has developed a leak at the welded patch. My mechanic's welder is having trouble finding magnesium welding rods to properly make the repair now, can any of you suggest a source for these mag rods? This info is way above my pay grade when it comes to welding! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hissyfit.gif)

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post Mar 30 2023, 10:41 AM
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Ben has done mag repairs for me.
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post Mar 30 2023, 12:25 PM
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Or, Buy a good used case.
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post Mar 30 2023, 12:35 PM
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Can’t help with welding rods but I do have a spare case if you can’t get it repaired. Just one state over in Tennessee.
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post Mar 30 2023, 03:16 PM
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I purchased 6 rods on eBay for 12.00 plus shipping on ebay.
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post Mar 31 2023, 05:19 AM
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Magnesium filler rod comes in many different alloys. 99% of the welders out there have zero idea on how to weld it correctly so I caution you. Quality magnesium filler rod is upwards of $400 a lbs
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post Mar 31 2023, 05:54 AM
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QUOTE(billh1963 @ Mar 30 2023, 01:25 PM) *

Or, Buy a good used case.

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There are lots out there, and its way more reliable in the long run.

I know Zims has a bunch of transmissions cheap. Contact Aaron ( @partsguy22 ) for a good used transmission.

If the guts of yours is good, have Dr Evil transfer it into the new case.
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post Apr 2 2023, 01:11 PM
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If a leak is the only issue, I would consider sealing it with a good grade of silicone. Speaking from experience

https://www.permatex.com/products/gasketing...ket-maker-5-oz/
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post Apr 2 2023, 01:36 PM
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I had a Triumph TR4 back in the 80's. The aluminum thermostat housing developed a crack and was leaking. ground out the crack and filled it with JB Weld epoxy. Never leaked and that is under 12lbs. of pressure and heat!
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post Apr 13 2023, 08:52 AM
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If you want to change out the case, hit me up. Im about 90 min from you and happy to help.
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