I need to straighten a slightly bent piece of steel pipe. It is the gearshift lever from my Vanagon, which broke in two due to metal fatigue. The pipe is about 5/8" OD hollow steel pipe. I ground the two broken ends smooth, threaded them about 3/4" into each end and cut a 1.5" piece of 3/8" threaded rod which I used to reconect the two halves. Then I welded around the seam with my MIG welder.
Problem is, the rod is still slightly bent, below the break. Slightly curved would be more like it, there's no distinct bend. I plan to heat it with a MAPP torch and straighten it out. Once it's straight, should I dunk it in water or let it cool in the air? Allan -- 1983 300D _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
