SCOTT wrote:
One of the control arm brackets has rusted and broken off the rear axle
housing of my car. I can make up a new bracket, but then need to weld
it to the axle housing.. The axle runs inside of this in oil-from the
differential. Can I weld to it without starting a fire? Any advice


thanks,
Scott


You could probably do it without pulling the axle but my recommendation
would be to pull the axle first. Depending on what kind of car it's
usually not that difficult. that way you can drain the oil (change it
while your at it) and you will be able to see into the axle housing to
make sure nothing has happened.

Jim