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Old Dec 8, 2003 | 01:39 PM
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i have a ihi mazda turb, what is the best way to weld or braze an exhaust pipe to the cast iron outlet on my turbo?
Old Dec 8, 2003 | 02:05 PM
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i have always been told that cast will crack
Old Dec 8, 2003 | 02:55 PM
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i will try it.....
Old Dec 8, 2003 | 06:29 PM
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Go to the welding supply place. they will recomend a wire/stick for you. Don't braze it.

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Old Dec 8, 2003 | 07:53 PM
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i heard (somewhere) that the IHI o2 was cast steel...
in that case... weld away
Old Dec 8, 2003 | 09:31 PM
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most turbine housings are cast steel

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Old Dec 8, 2003 | 09:33 PM
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i'm just going to avoid this one..



wouldn't touch it with a ten foot pole, unless you paid me to, in which case, it's your money and you'll spend it how you want.
Old Dec 9, 2003 | 01:16 AM
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Welding to cast can be done.Using the right rod it will hold.I've done one on a friends car and it holds.He's had it running for about 3 months and no leaks or cracks whatsoever.I even beat it with a 5 pound hammer after I welded it.Like 4sillypwr said go to a welding supply shop and tell them what your welding and the'll get you the stuff you need.Hope this helps.



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