Harman XXV broken Leg

[thibs53]

O.K. all, this one is not for the novice,

Got an issue, not sure anyone has experience at this, however, I'll give this a try. Was storing my xxv in my barn and, unfortunately for me, I hit the leg with a piece of equipment and snapped it off. Ouch I figure I have two choices, either have it welded/brazed and braced, or preferably, purchase a new side, which Harman sells at $350.00. I looked into changing the side but cannot figure out how to dismantle and remove the old one, anyone have experience to get me through this. I have looked it over, and having trouble figuring out how it easily comes apart. Help!! It's starting to get cold.

 

[Snowy Rivers]

Get a piccy or two up here and we can give it a go.

 

[bill3rail]

Bring it into a welding shop. If you have a pick-up truck or a trailer, they may be able to repair it without unloading it.

Bill

$350.00 sounds too expensive.

 

[womaus]

I'm betting this is a cas

Bring it into a welding shop. If you have a pick-up truck or a trailer, they may be able to repair it without unloading it.

Bill

$350.00 sounds too expensive.

I'm betting this is a cast iron part? The only advice I can give you is to find the oldest welder in your area, give him the business. He has the knowledge and experience. Cast is not the easiest to get correct.

Of course, I may be wrong. I usually am.

 

[Shane1]

Stack a couple bricks under her and call it a day lol. Seriously though not sure of Welding prices in your area but I'm pretty sure it'd be better on your pocket. You could probably have someone come out and weld it up for you and still be cheaper if you can bring the stove to them.

 

[Bioburner]

Bevel the inside of the break and weld with high nickel (stainless)but do a few spot welds to tack together and heat the metal. One does not melt the base but adds material like when you use epoxy to glue something together and and rely on the adhesive on the surface. Have done tons of cast iron. Its not near as hard as it used to be.

 

[Bioburner]

Another tip if you have someone try and weld is to remove the control board. Most welders have a high frequency start and that fries electrical components.

 

[Dr.Faustus]

+1 on the brick idea!

 

[thibs53]

O.k,

Thanks for the responses, I was mostly concerned with the strength of the weld, wasn't sure if it would take the weight. however, since you guys are telling me different, I will probably go that way. I did finally figure out how to take the side off easily, In case anyone is wondering, two bolts on the base by the legs, and one screw in the center of the broken side that you access from the back of the stove, in back of the controller, using a 20" +/- long screwdriver. Now that it is apart, should be easy to take to the local welding shop and have it done. Thanks again!

 

[Bioburner]

They can always add a steel rod inside the leg to reinforce too.