2006-10-07 16:56:33 · 6 answers · asked by K.M. 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
They think that one of my welds came off/cracked/broke. Can it be fixed or do they have to get a whole new one?
2006-10-07 17:02:13 · update #1
It is an 03 Impala
2006-10-07 17:02:30 · update #2
is this on a gm car ? what yr make?
2006-10-07 16:58:17 · answer #1 · answered by learningnewthings 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be far safer and more economical to replace the subframe. If could be welded, but in order to do it properly I'm thinking it would need to be removed, which then begs the question of "why don't you simply replace it" at that stage.
The only way that a subframe / cradle gets cracked is through an impact (or impacts) that far exceed the design of the unit. Did you hit something? If so, are you turning this in to your insurance agent for an accident claim?
2006-10-08 00:06:58 · answer #2 · answered by geek49203 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do NOT have this fixed unless the repairer is an A++ welder and /or a custom fabricator or race car builder. Tolerances are critical on any subframe plus the fact your suspension mounts directly to it. A fabricator will have no problem repairing it -- they always over-engineer frame systems.
2006-10-08 00:35:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course it can if its broken or cracked. If its rusted you may have to get a section off another car.
2006-10-07 23:59:16 · answer #4 · answered by R1volta 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. i work in a fab shop and have repaired many frames over the years. and everyone of them are just the same strenght if not stronger than original.
2006-10-08 00:25:34 · answer #5 · answered by weasel70 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It can, but I wouldn't put MY wife and kids in that car!!
2006-10-07 23:59:38 · answer #6 · answered by Ironhand 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋