Cracked engine block

[jpbear]

I have a NH 1630 w/ FEL. I was using it today and saw some oil under it. After closer inspection I noticed that the block is cracked. Probably happened because of the front weights I put on (and never took off) when I skid logs using my rear grapple. All to bouncing cracked to engine supports that eventually cracked the block. I believe it can be welded. Does anyone have and experience in doing this? What type of wire or rod shoudl be used? If welding does not work is there a place to get a short block for this tractor? I post this thread under Repairs in the main discussion area also but wanted the New Holland people to look at it also. Please go to that thread to see the photos.

Thanks,
Joe

 

[MikePA]

See this thread.