Derek [mailto:dereklola@yahoo.com] wrote:
>
> You say the hole has wallowed out over the years. Was there
> no tube welded into the original holes to take the pin? If
> not I strongly suggest you simply drill the current hole
> oversize, say 3/8", and weld or braze a 1/4" ID tube in
> there.
Also consider that just drilling a hole thru the frame tubes
will create a weaker spot on the tubing (and a possible point
for cracks to start). Welding in the tube thru the hole will
greatly increase the strength of the tubing around the hole...
Tim Mullen
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