READY FOR A NEW ONE!! The time has come... 

awesome. thanks for the info and updated timetable. good luck on the upgrade.remember be happy

I am assuming this next frame will be fully galvanized? I am happy to hear that you are allowing TDK to make a full length frame.

Dang surprised it cracked in that spot without rusting through first.

I heard that when you weld up a crack you need to drill a hole at both ends to keep it from spreading more. Drilling a hole at both ends of a crack before welding is a common and effective technique used in metalworking to prevent the crack from spreading further. Here’s why it works: 1. Stress Concentration Reduction: Cracks create points of high stress concentration in the metal. The sharp tip of a crack is where the stress is most intense, making it the point where the crack is most likely to continue growing under stress. By drilling a hole at the end of the crack, you remove the sharp tip, replacing it with a circular edge. Circular edges have a much lower stress concentration than sharp tips, which helps to prevent the crack from growing. 2. Stopping Crack Propagation: Drilling a hole at the ends of the crack effectively stops the crack from extending beyond the hole. The geometry of the hole distributes the stress more evenly around its edge, unlike the stress concentration at a crack tip that drives the crack to grow. 3. Creating a Strong Welding Foundation: After drilling the holes, the crack along with the holes is often V-grooved or beveled to prepare for welding. This preparation ensures a stronger weld, as the weld metal can better penetrate the base metal, creating a stronger joint. Filling in the crack with weld material then binds the cracked parts together. 4. Inspection and Repair Quality: This technique also allows for a thorough inspection of the crack to ensure it’s completely dealt with. It’s part of ensuring the quality and longevity of the repair. This method is widely used in various applications, from automotive frame repairs to fixing cracks in heavy machinery. It’s a practical application of engineering principles to mitigate the risk of further damage and to ensure that repairs are durable and effective.

Plug weld the temp patch in place. And yes a new frame not cobbled together is the way to go.

Why not look into Safe-T-Cap? They make repair sections for that area.

Love the channel and your rig. I understand your getting a frame from someone but what you’ve done this far build one!

You are so freaking good looking 👀

Did you end up doing the galvanizing option with TDK? I did with my YJ frame. Well worth it

No bueno indeed my friend!!! That stinks!