Wanted to buy alloy intakes

Postby Eddie » 08 Apr 2009 2:34

Wanted paying cash: old crusty alluminum intakes, cracked, drilled, OK,,and preferred,,, need to practice TIG. :lol: Eddie Nasser 812-299-2830 call anytime (leave message),nasser3_1@msn.com or PM anytime
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Postby Jon » 08 Apr 2009 3:42

Hey Eddie, I have a 33 year old Edlebrock LD340 that needs attention. The water ports are corroded to where a replacement will be needed soon. I really like the power charictaristics and want to keep running it instead of buying something new.. Can you fix it and send back? I don't want to be down too long though.

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Also have an original timing cover with the same problem. Right at the top water pump outlets. That ones a spare though.

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Postby Eddie » 08 Apr 2009 3:56

Jon, I wouldnt trust myself with your intake at all. I'm an amatuer at best. You need someone who knows how to weld alluminum and I am just beginning to learn the 'Art' of welding. Welding alluminum correctly takes a special heated fixture to pre-warm the alloy and a jig to prevent warping. And you must clean the alloy of all contaminants. Then there's the TIG process, filler rod, heat control, current control, ect..I would ruin it for sure. :lol: Thank you for your confidence, but a Pro is what you need especially with a rare intake like that? :lol: I can weld steel pretty good though! :thumbsup:

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