[CR]CRACKED REAR DROP OUT REPAIR QUESTION

(Example: Framebuilders:Masi)

Date: Fri, 29 Feb 2008 09:51:28 -0500
From: "Martin Walsh" <mowalsh@verizon.net>
To: "CR List" <ClassicRendezvous@bikelist.org>
Subject: [CR]CRACKED REAR DROP OUT REPAIR QUESTION

Dear CR List Members, I purchased a 1982 VINER lugged steel frame. I've noticed it has a cracked rear dropout. The frame is made with Columbus tubing. The rear drop outs are generic (NOT CAMPAGNOLO). The crack is small. I've made inquiries locally about having the dropout replaced. Can a dropout be WELDED,TO REPAIR the rear dropout??? What is the best and safest practice to follow in repairing a broken rear drop out? Thanks! Yours truly, Marty Walsh in Vienna,Virginia,USA