Crane-Simplex model 5 muffler components.

[vintagerodshop]

Working on a Crane-Simplex model 5 right now and one of the muffler endcaps has cracked.

 

We're thinking of casting a new one as this one has been repaired a few times but I have some questions that I was hoping someone could help with.

 

I've included pictures of the parts in question.

 

1) Are these correct for a model 5?

2) If they are correct, would anyone else be interested in purchasing a set of reproduction endcaps like these?

 

Thanks in advance.

[Friartuck]

I would suggest repairing it. Muggyweld offers a nice arc welding rod for cast iron and have personally used it successfully. 

[vintagerodshop]

The broken piece has about 6 different crack lines in it. I am going to cut my loses and cast it out of ductile iron. I have used it before a few times. it machines like butter and has high tensile strength. I have had one gentleman from Australia contact me wanting a set. I will be making them. so if anyone is interested contact me asap.

 

Kirk