Has anyone tried welding small cracks on the inside of the old style magnesium hubs? I have a couple like that and was wondering if I should try to have someone repair them, or should I throw them in the junk pile?
Thanks
Randy I can't answer your question but I would like to know the answer too as my brother and I have several that are cracked
Dennis Jones
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Phil Ketchum
Randy I can't answer your question but I would like to know the answer too as my brother and I have several that are cracked
Dennis Jones
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Im sure they would weld up good however if they are the early type they may crack again, espically in the hands of a faster rider. Novice racer, play or show should be fine.
Part of the problem is the Magnesium gets brittle with age. All the Magnesium Hubs I find or see are cracked. Doug Wilford was also looking for a good set but I don't think he found any either. I wouldn't use them except for show. Use the aluminum hubs. Safer.
Cher'o,
Dwight
Dwight Rudder
7 time ISDT / E medalist
7 time National Enduro Class Champion.
Thanks guys,
These hubs won't be used for racing, so I think I'll try and get a couple repaired & see how they work.