FARMAULE wrote:Hey guys I was taxiing out today for my maiden voyage after a long break from flying the Maule. 2 years. Anyway I stepped on the left brake and felt something break mechanically. After investigating I found the lower bracket of the brake reservoir on the rudder pedal that attaches to the airframe itself had broke in half. My question is can this be welded safely without ruining anything. My biggest concern would be fire and or frying the avionics? If I ground the welder as close to the break, would this be the best way? Also what type of welder would be best. Any help would be appreciated. It's killing me sitting here not flying the maule.

FARMAULE wrote:Well Maule was on top of there game. Parts and a drawing are in the mail and no charge. Now I need to find a welder I can trust. Not myself

4. ER70S-2 is highly recommended for welding 4130 chrome moly tubing in many applications.

5. ER80S-D2 is recommended for welding 4130 chrome moly tubing if a higher strength, less ductile weld is required. If your weld will be heat treated to obtain optimum strength, then use a filler metal which matches the chemistry of your tubing, which neither 70S-2 nor 80S-D2 wires do.

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