The process was to first straighten the rail as best as possible with a press done very carefully. Next the gusset was tacked into place to secure the shape. This was then followed by grinding out the crack and carefully welding them up. The gusset was then fully welded in place and some light grinding for a decent finish. Hammered paint takes care of the rest. Have to say happy with the result but haven't put an engine on it yet. The paint has been a bit of a nightmare. Its a Protec 311 hammertone mixed to a sample taken from under the handle grip of a model 38 edger. Its close but the first coat had a few runs and had to be sanded back and repainted. It also took about a week to be anywhere near hard so you could handle any parts. Wont be using it again as its too thin in the can.
