Thanks a million for all the advice. Will try bringing it to a shop to be welded, and if that fails will source a replacement. Interesting to note ice as the probable cause. Again, much appreciated! Macdara
Ar Luan 7 Samh 2022 ag 08:05, scríobh John Read via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com>: > > 1. Weld repair > > 2) Replace – Have found this scrap yard very helpful and large > inventory at very reasonable pricing https://www.massmarineparts.com/ > > 1. Buy new – Klacko marine? South Shore? – will be expensive > > > > John Read > > Legacy III > > 1982 C&C 34 > > Noank, CT > > > > *From:* Bill Coleman via CnC-List > *Sent:* Monday, November 07, 2022 7:05 AM > *To:* Stus-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > *Cc:* Bill Coleman <colt...@gmail.com> > *Subject:* Stus-List Re: Spreader replacement > > > > Yeah, that's a nothing burger. Just take it too someone who can weld > aluminum properly. I've done that a couple times with my own. > > Bill Coleman > > > > On Mon, Nov 7, 2022, 03:38 Macdara Vallely via CnC-List < > cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > Hi, > > Anyone got any experience replacing spreader on an 80s C&C? > > I have a 1982 C&C 32 cb. The crack in the picture is on the > SB spreader leading edge. > > > > Here is a link to a photo of the damaged section > > https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PqaaEQj_VdWYvkdtyLgIO11Gto9svM9J > > > > > > I want to replace but don’t know where to source the part. > > In the meantime, would it be worth trying to throughbolt or rivet plates > top and bottom to increase strength? Or would the necessary holes > compromise further? > > All advice much appreciated. > > > > Thanks > > Macdara > > NYC > > -- > > Macdara > > -- Macdara
