It is cast steel and can be welded. Grind a good v-joint and 7018 it back together again.
Its cast steel.I would try to remove the bolt holding the ear on the frame ,so That the crack could be cleaned up from rust and dirt ,taper the top edge to a V with a grinder reposition the ear buy tightening the bolt again .Weld the crack starting deep in the crack wiith a frist pass clean each pass of weld as the crack is built up .Use 7018 low hydgene welding rod .
Check to see if all other bolts ,top and inside the frame are tight holding the hard bar secure to the frame
Hi Team,
methods for repair are correct but I believe the main frame and that track frame mount arm are fabricated--not that it matters--just wanted to say but not flame anyone.
Cheers,
Eddie B.
Fabricated it is, you can sort of make out a welded joint at the track frame mounting plate.
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