[SEL] broken cam gear

[Judge Tommy Turner]

Tom,

    It all depends on the breaks and how they transverse the gear, but I 
see no reason it couldn't be welded.  I fixed one that was in 2 pieces a 
few years ago.  I took a large clamp (like a hose clamp except it went 
around a 8 inch rubber boot) and clamped the pieces together.  I then 
took a die grinder and v'ed the cracks.  I then preheated with a torch 
over the entire gear, being careful not to overheat one particular 
area.  I don't know how hot I got it but a drop of water would sizzle 
good.  I then electric welded the cracks with Palco 808 rods.  After 
cooling I took the band off and it worked fine.  There was no gear noise 
out of the ordinary.  A 2 piece repair might be easier than a 3 piece 
repair like you need.  But, I'd give it a try before having a new gear made.

Tommy Turner
Magnolia, KY



Tom Dunlap wrote:

>I was wondering if any on the list knows if a cam gear thats in 3 pieces can be welded or is it toast?  ....Tom
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