Rear suspension upright

[brucerudin]

I am well along on the restoration of BEX 279.  It turns out that my right rear suspension upright is cracked and welding has proven unsuccessful.  I am wondering if any one has a spare for sale?  Anyone who might have made new ones?
Much appreciated...
Bruce Rudin

[James Eastwood]

I may also need a LH rear upright so if some one has a pair we may be able to buy both. As my upright was cracked accidentally while attempting to press out the taper driver-shaft.

I have had a sample of the upright material examined optically in the materials lab at work (Ford Motor Co) this very morning in fact! It does not have graphite but a high content of ferrite and perlite, this is important as it indicates the upright is cast steel not cast iron. Perhaps some one could corroborate?

My research indicates that cast steel can be welded like a mild steel, i.e. it doesn't need a pre or post-heat process. I will be talking to a welder friend as soon as he picks the phone up and I can report back.

[brucerudin]

We have had several specialist welders try this repair. No success...

[Robin A Woolmer]

The original material is Malleable Iron, recent replacements I believe are a grade of SG Iron.

Robin

[Klassik Metall]

I've been asked to post the following contact for those in need of rear suspension uprights.

Please send requests to the following email. ted@adla.be

Regards, Luke.

[brucerudin]

Email sent...
Hopefully it works.  The reference is much appreciated.
Bruce Rudin