Bob

----- Original Message -----
From: "ladeeda" <email@lice.blow>
Newsgroups: alt.autos.ford,alt.trucks.ford
Sent: Sunday, February 05, 2006 6:44 AM
Subject: Metallic Properties of 351 Windsor


> My friend Whitelightning suggested that I find a welder to weld a piece
> of an engine block onto a 351 Windsor that I believe I knocked off in
> the process of replacing a waterpump.
>
> I want to do it myself if possible and would like to know the metallic
> properties of the engine to prevent chrystallization and brittleness.
> I have seen welders work and think it may be good to start welding the
> rust spots around the body also if I keep the van.
>
> Anyone up to the challenge?
>
> Thanks
>

Like everyone else says, welding cast iron is not exactly a beginners
project. I'd be damn surprised however if it was actually the block that
broke. Are you sure it wasn't the timing cover?
Bob