Guest c2swb Posted November 18, 2007 hi my i.9 gti has devoloped a crack in the manifold which you can only hear under acceleration, because its cast would i need to find someone who is specialised in welding cast steel or can it be cured by just normal welding. Has anybody had this done and was it last. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simonb 0 Posted November 18, 2007 I have welded one in the past using stainless and put it on nice and thick. Was fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisB 0 Posted November 18, 2007 I have welded one in the past using stainless and put it on nice and thick. Was fine. i did the same it wass fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ned 0 Posted November 18, 2007 Yes I had mine done by a friend who heated the manifold red hot with gas torch and arc welded it with a hi-nickel rod. It looks a very good job and is still going good after 2 months. You are probably best to find an experienced welder to do it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
large 33 Posted November 18, 2007 Just get a laterer second hand one they have a brace to stop them cracking. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ORB 227 1 Cars Posted November 19, 2007 best thing to do is, drill a small hole at each end of the crack to stop it spreading, then clean it up with an emmery wheel on the grinder. then weld it up, all will be fine! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
