Cracked Manifold

[94_eclipse]

I noticed that my manifold is cracked and im looking for a cheap fix so i am going to weld it. But what i am not sure of is what it is made out of. I know its either cast steel or iron. Im not sure which. I have cast iron welding rods but i dont want to try welding it and screw it up because im using the wrong rods. Thanks

 

[dsmdreamin]

In My experiences, not on dsm, but ford ranger, we welded the manifold up and it cracked about two days later even worse, but that could be due to the dead cylinder that kept backfiring

 

[1gcrazy]

You spot weld then ping it with a hammer...let cool, spot weld, ping, let cool spot weld ping then let cool.......keep doing that until its covered and your golden

 

[94_eclipse]

In My experiences, not on dsm, but ford ranger, we welded the manifold up and it cracked about two days later even worse, but that could be due to the dead cylinder that kept backfiring

Yeah im not sure because i have not done it myself yet. But i know it can be done. Thanks for the info.

 

[94_eclipse]

You spot weld then ping it with a hammer...let cool, spot weld, ping, let cool spot weld ping then let cool.......keep doing that until its covered and your golden

Yeah that makes sence, Ill make sure i will do that. But do you know if the manifold is made out of steel or iron? I have welding rods for cast iron. Would they work? or just a normal rod or even a mig welder? Sorry for all the questions but i just dont want to screw it up. Thanks for the help

 

[1gcrazy]

I'm pretty sure its cast iron...I could be wrong though. just experiment. Its not like it could get any uglier. Try doing it on the underside of the manifold...

 

[Pat D]

Have have dome it on others and you can stop drill it and spot weld from each side and meet in the middle... I use a wire feed because the weld is softer...
Good luck

 

[94_eclipse]

Will do guys, thanks for the help. I will try it tomorrow and see how it goes. Thanks!

 

[1gcrazy]

Have have dome it on others and you can stop drill it and spot weld from each side and meet in the middle... I use a wire feed because the weld is softer...
Good luck

Please speak a bit clearer next time...thanks