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Forum: General Cycling Discussion

06-25-21, 08:00 AM

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Cracked frame

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Posted By ClydeClydeson

I've seen this type of failure quite a few times,...

I've seen this type of failure quite a few times, and seen a handful of repair attempts. Any welded repair will not likely finish the ride home from the welding shop.

Forum: General Cycling Discussion

06-25-21, 07:28 AM

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Cracked frame

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Posted By ClydeClydeson

Also, welding will deform the seat tube and it...

Also, welding will deform the seat tube and it may make the seatpost fit unreliable.

Forum: General Cycling Discussion

06-25-21, 07:27 AM

Replies: 25

Cracked frame

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Posted By ClydeClydeson

That's a 'NO'. Sorry, JasonJas . ANy weld...

That's a 'NO'. Sorry, JasonJas . ANy weld repair will not be as strong as the original, which was already not strong enough.

THis was likely caused by a too-short seatpost, though. Seatposts...

Forum: General Cycling Discussion

06-24-21, 12:58 PM

Replies: 25

Cracked frame

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Posted By ClydeClydeson

More info is needed to say for sure, but likely...

More info is needed to say for sure, but likely no, a repair in such a high stress area is not likely to be reliable.

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