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TravisH · 01-30-2006, 10:23 PM

Thought I'd ask this here before I go do something stupid.

Why don't people use a torch to help straighten out a frame? I know on heavy trucks it affects the temper and properties and will lead to cracking, but I can't see it on a half ton? I don't see how heating a frame would affect it any more than welding (again, not done on heavy trucks)

01-30-2006, 10:23 PM	#1
TravisH Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta Posts: 316	frame repair + heat Thought I'd ask this here before I go do something stupid. Why don't people use a torch to help straighten out a frame? I know on heavy trucks it affects the temper and properties and will lead to cracking, but I can't see it on a half ton? I don't see how heating a frame would affect it any more than welding (again, not done on heavy trucks)