Welding

Mopedamauter79 · #1 (**permalink**) 06-23-2008, 04:11 PM

Is it at all possible to weld these engines to the bike. Another way I could think is weld the metal bracket piece the bolts go through before they screw into the engine to keep it secured to the frame. I figure if it's welded on the bike then I would never have to worry about it coming loose the bolts or it viberating to much either.

I'm still trying to figure out how to get that stuck bolt out of the engine.

misteright1_99 · #2 (**permalink**) 06-23-2008, 04:53 PM

I wouldnt weld the motor to the frame. Drill the bolt and use an easy out, or cut a slot in the broken stud (if it is flush) and then you can heat it a bit and unscrew it.

**Bikeguy Joe** · #3 (**permalink**) 06-23-2008, 04:59 PM

I don't think you can weld aluminum to steel unless there is a some magic formula I'm not aware of...which is possible.

Mopedamauter79 · #4 (**permalink**) 06-23-2008, 06:03 PM

as far as I know you can weld anything to anything...melting two metals and letting them dry together? sounds right to me, in anycase we're going to have to take the darn thing in somewhere to get this bolt out, so frusterating...

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**fairracing31** · #5 (**permalink**) 06-23-2008, 10:22 PM

I've started this just for moped....it's just a start but more to come...

How to fix broke stud/bolt

Moped GF...you might as well register and have your own user name...
Why not

Mopedamauter79 · #6 (**permalink**) 06-23-2008, 10:34 PM

'Cause once I get his bike fixed I wont need to post anymore, just seems like wasted effort.
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jasonh · #7 (**permalink**) 06-23-2008, 10:42 PM

Or you could always get your own username, fix his bike, then build one for yourself

filestyle1 · #8 (**permalink**) 06-24-2008, 12:08 AM

have you tried a easy-out there so easy! drill a small hole in your broken stud then use the easy out , it catches counter clockwise so you can remove the broken stud.

Mopedamauter79 · #9 (**permalink**) 06-24-2008, 02:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by filestyle1

have you tried a easy-out there so easy! drill a small hole in your broken stud then use the easy out , it catches counter clockwise so you can remove the broken stud.

We tried to drill into the bolt but the drill wont drill a hole. The best we are able to do is put a small dent into it. I dunno if the drill is not strong enough or you need a drill bit that will drill into steel.

**Bikeguy Joe** · #10 (**permalink**) 06-24-2008, 06:56 AM

You will need a decent drill bit, not a dollar store bit or a "multi-purpose" bit. Use some oil as you drill, light pressure, lower speed if possible.

The difference between using a good bit properly and a crappy one improperly is amazing.