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[still_galvanized]

Could you build it up with EPOXY then clean it up with a file. No heat envolved. Good luck.

 

[Tim_nj]

I have done this where welding was impractical. I used Devcon Plastic Steel putty. Metal impregnated epoxy. It can be machined, but since you can spread it and shape it close to what you need before it sets, you can get good results with just a file or a small grinding wheel in a Dremel motor tool. Just make sure that the surface you are applying the epoxy to is as clean as it can be so you get a good bond.

 

[JIW]

I don't know if it is available in Canada, but some have had good luck with a two part epoxy called JB Weld. Seems like the cost is around $5.00 US.

 

[jake]

Why can't the machine shop just make you a new shaftIJ

 

[John]

I have chucked parts in an electric drill held in a vise and used a file to make the part round or turn to the correct diameter. If you do this, file it down slowly (drill can turn fast) so the file doesn't jump or chatter. You should be able to get a nice round shaft and can shine it up with a very fine sandpaper.

 

[wasgreen]

I have not had good luck with JB WElD around gasoline. It takes a couple of years but it will eventually get soft. I don't know how any of the other epoxys react, I am sure there are some out there that will work with gasoline.

 

[Tim_nj]

I looked at the can. Devcon Plastic Steel is resistant to gasoline and oil. I got mine from Gemplers, item 10110

 

[John_W]

Check with this outfit. The specialize in old carburetors. I think they are in Ohio.

 

[t_leslie]

I have not had good luck with jb wed and gas either.. Gas tends to weaken the jb weld.. And it didn't take long for me to find this out only a day or two.