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#CASTMASTER STITCHING PINS CRACK#
Larger diameter pins are used when the casting is RepairUsing CASTMASTERS titching PinsInspectionDrill the first holeSpotface the holeApply tapping fluidTap the hole Apply thread sealantInstall a C1A Aluminum CASTMASTER stitching pinThe head of the pin twists off when tightGrind off excess shoulder close to flushDrill so that pins slightly overlapContinue installing pins until the crack is removedGrind pins flush and peen lightly with a needle scalerCompleted RepairPressure test to 40 PSIA dvantages Over Welding Faster Very cost effective No distortion Will not anneal the surrounding aluminumAdvantages of Welding Over Stitching Welding can repair erosion and electrolysis damage.Ĥ Welding can add reinforcement by adding material to weak areas such as around head bolt holes. L4 pins will fit in between the seats in most cases.


The fine threads also work well when tapping into the hard seat insert.
#CASTMASTER STITCHING PINS SERIES#
Cracks on the top side and between cylinders on the deck surface require CASTMASTER pins for structural Escort cylinder headCrack over exhaust portInstall C1 CASTMASTER stitching pinInstall L Series pin intersecting the seat insertInstall L Series pin into the floor of the water holeFinished repairStitching Pin Selection Most Aluminum cyl heads have fairly thin walls so you should use L4 pins that have very fine threads.
#CASTMASTER STITCHING PINS INSTALL#
When the crack does leak you must install pins under and behind the seat to stop the Heads Only when the crack goes between two seats can you use a steel pin. Do not drill into water if the crack does not leak.

Aluminum stitching pins are required in combustion chambers of cylinder heads.ģ Steel pins can be used for structural Heads Many cracks can be repaired without removing the seat inserts by using L Series pins. Very easy to oversize and egg-shape drilled holes. Apply developer as dry as possible.Ģ Use compressed air to speed drying by step procedure1 Step by step procedure2 Wait 5 minutesApply cleaner to clean cloth3 Wipe off all visible penetrant4 Keep cleaning until all penetrant is gone5 Spray on developer very dry6 Use compressed air to accelerate drying7 Wait 1 minute before inspecting8 Metal StitchingorCold crack seats from coming the crack for cosmetic reasons6.$$$TwoTypes ofStitching PinsStandardThreaded Pins Straight thread L Series pins Seal by interference fit of the threads Exert spreading pressure For sealing, seat retention and crack removalCASTMASTERT hreaded Pins Spiralhook threads Radial drawing force creates structural integrity Not used for seat retention Seal leaks Prevent crack propagationWorking With Aluminum Requires cutting fluid for drilling and tapping. You must wipe as much as possible off before applying the Penetrant With a BrushDeveloper Test area must be wiped clean of penetrant by applying cleaner to the cloth before applying developer. Spray only on a dry shop towel or other clean Use small amount. Must be done following any Cleaner Penetrant DeveloperCleaner Do not use to clean the test area. Helps determine the extent of the repair needed. You cannot find the ends of the Dye-Penetrant InspectionPressure Testing Only shows cracks that leak. ġ Aluminum crack RepairWithoutWeldingTopics crack detection/inspection Metal stitching Threaded hole repairCrack Detection Visual Pressure testing Dye-penetrantVisual Practiced by many as the only way of finding cracks.

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