Aluminum Repair?

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So would this work to fill a deap scratch on a side scoup? Could you chrome over this without problems? What was the site on ebay?

Jim

Go to Ebay and search for "aluminum repair rod". A bunch of different ones will pop up. I bought the Alumaloy brand. 1/4# for $9.99

You may have a hard time being able to perfectly blend the weld into the parent material. I noticed a tiny hairline where the two met. I probably could have made it disappear, but it would have taken time and I really didn't need this part to look good.

I have no idea how it would hold up to chroming. I know it took some time with a handheld propane torch to get the aluminum hot enough to melt the rod and it didn't grind down any easier than aluminum so it seems pretty durable. Personally, if I were going to go thru the expense of chroming I would find someone with a real welder to lay down a bead for me and I would dress it in. I'd hate to have a $200 chrome job F**d up because of a $2.50 repair.

 

[one2dmax]

We have welded them up but the weld heat and porosity of the material makes it difficult to look good when done (for chroming). Plus, most of the time the heat in the area of the opening ends up distorting the shape and causing more problems.

Sean

 

[KJShover]

So would this work to fill a deap scratch on a side scoup? Could you chrome over this without problems? What was the site on ebay?

Jim

I like your way of thinking, reminds me of putting the lead in car panels instead of bondo. Brings back some good memories growing up.

 

[88vmx12]

looks very good, looks like you have a hidden talent....

Scooter