Well, This SUCKS!

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Sno Junkie

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• Nov 9, 2009

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Has anyone else broken the bulkhead where the motor plate attaches? I searched but didn't find any results. I guess I will weld it up. I only found it because I was putting in some new pistons. Any other thoughts or suggestions?

 

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• Nov 9, 2009

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Wow that sucks man.

Easy fix with a welder though.

 

backcountryislife

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• Nov 9, 2009

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That's not common really, but I've seen it on a number of sleds. It is something that can be welded pretty easily though.

 

Robbie

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Well this sucks

Be sure to weld a backing plate in. Welding aluminum makes it brittle and it will break again right next to the weld.

 

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• Nov 9, 2009

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Because of the location, welding it should be no problem. It will not compromise the integrity of the bulkhead and should add strength if a backing plate is added. I would also put new motor mounts on the motor plate. If one of them was fatigued it would allow too much vibration and cause cracks.