Can Pot Metal be repaired?

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Jul 9, 2008 | 01:43 PM

IrishJoker

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Can Pot Metal be repaired?

On my 81 - the right side rear view mirror support has a split near the base. I understand that this support arm and mirror housing are made out of Pot Metal. Would JB Weld work to fix "POT Metal"? Or should I just look for a better used housing and support arm?

Jul 9, 2008 | 02:00 PM

fugawi

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you can get it repaired. most chromers have facilities to do just that. but the quickest way would be to buy a new or used one.trywww.advancedplating.com they are my choice of platers.

Jul 9, 2008 | 03:43 PM

Belgian1979vette

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It doesn't weld and even when you succeed it deforms.

Jul 9, 2008 | 03:47 PM

7T1vette

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Chances of repairing it successfully are about 1 in a 100. Replace it (salvage yard, aftermarket, or eBay).

Jul 9, 2008 | 03:49 PM

Jud Chapin

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Replace the part.

Jul 9, 2008 | 04:20 PM

7t2vette

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I have made several repairs to pot metal pieces with no problems over the years using this stuff:

http://www.muggyweld.com/potmetal.html

Jul 9, 2008 | 04:23 PM

Douglas Mariani

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Replace the part

Jul 9, 2008 | 04:40 PM

jboweriii

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advanced plating

they did my side mirror and base $150. but you get what you pay for...there workmanship is top notched.

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Jul 9, 2008 | 05:45 PM

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It can be repaired but it will be cheaper and probably better in the long run to get a replacement.

Jul 9, 2008 | 06:01 PM

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NMT1957

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I broke my "pot metal" dash pad support on the left side. Its a u channel that sits right up against the dash pad and the end broke off where it bolts to the body. Any one have one for sale?

Jul 10, 2008 | 09:56 AM

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rdrunnur

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Alumaloy

Has anyone ever tried Alumaloy?

Have seen this on TV late at night. They rebuild an Alternator mount with this stuff. All you need is a propane torch and imagination....according to them.

http://www.alumaloy.net/

Rd

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