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Chromidium 9E1 Sports Nippy - block repairs

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Chromidium 9E1 Sports Nippy - block repairs
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#1
03-09-2023, 03:41 PM
Interested to know views on this sports block with old repairs as per photos, is it still useable?


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03-09-2023, 04:40 PM
Hmm. I don't think anyone would be able to guarantee it.

Has that repair been done with the liners in situ? I think I would feel more comfortable if it had been welded(?) then lined.
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03-09-2023, 09:39 PM
Its a known fault that Sleeved blocks fail when a Nippy Cam is used with them.
I think that block is now relegated to Doorstop duty.
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04-09-2023, 12:48 PM
I think it might be worth investigating further, seeking out a specialist company and seeing what they say. It is amazing what can be done these days. Seems a pity to lose such a " valuable " item.
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04-09-2023, 01:13 PM
(04-09-2023, 12:48 PM)Chris Garner Wrote: I think it might be worth investigating further, seeking out a specialist company and seeing what they say. It is amazing what can be done these days. Seems a pity to lose such a " valuable " item.

Likewise. Even if it's just for the "show" engine.
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04-09-2023, 05:37 PM
I had some work done on two Nippy Blocks and Crankcases and a sump
£2500 + worth of Laser Welding in cast iron and aluminium.
The Quality of work was excellent.
There will also be some machining costs added to this in the future.
I would not have had the welding done if it was a sleeved block.
Not all 9E blocks have the Chromidium Diamond on them.
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