Rear frame repair - Before I take everything apart
Hello Everyone,
The rear stand lug on my frame has broken on the left (non spring) side, leaving about half of it. I've got the stand held in place for now by using a heavy spring, and I can still use the rear stand if I'm careful.
Clearly it requires welding as a permanent repair.
To do this, do I need to dismantle the whole rear of the bike? Or can I just pop out the rear wheel at my local friendly welder's shop?
If complete disassembly is required I'll wait until the end of the riding season!
Re: Rear frame repair - Before I take everything apart
I would recommend dismantling as it would require welding from both sides. It would be possible to weld as you described but very awkward.
Best of luck... Jon
Re: Rear frame repair - Before I take everything apart
TIG welding will do the job very efficiently. If the repair is super close to a brazed joint, weld only a little at a time and blow it cold with an air gun.
Re: Rear frame repair - Before I take everything apart
Thanks so much for all the helpful guidance, gentlemen. I'll ride with it as it is this season and then, come the cold weather, I'll start taking it apart.
