God damnit, that was an expensive ride.
Now I’m trying to find one identical to this so I can use it for parts. I just hope this isn’t a common issue with this frame and that I just got unlucky with mine.
Would’ve been an easy fix if the frame were steel - but from what I understand, welding isn’t really an option with these alloy frames.
This is a load of baloney. If it was welded before, it can be welded again. You only need to heat the effected zone not the whole frame. Also put a sleeve over top and add more weld. Heat treat isn’t anything fancy. Get a temp gun and a propane torch. Get it to temp and let it cool slowly or quickly or both. depending on the spec you find.
The only reason they cook the whole frame is because it’s easier from a manufacturing point of of view.