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Old 01-09-2013, 04:39 PM
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is it bad to weld a exhaust hanger to a frame jw.And its actually just on the rear subframe i guess were the gas tank is bolted to about a 2 inch weld. Some say make frame weak

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This is what im talking about you. You think any damage happened it did get red hot. But just a small weld.

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It will be hardened in that area, and will be more prone to cracking compared to the rest of the sub frame. I doubt you will ever have an issue though.
 
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Old 01-09-2013, 06:35 PM
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bummer i do got a 5th wheel welded in so should also work as a cross member so who knows. I told them not to do it to the frame so they did it to the crossmember geez.
 
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depends on who you talk to....ive got my certifications for welding and the text book answer is not reccomended will harden and create a "soft spot". my opinion is go for it iver done it multiple times and never once had an issue. hope this helps!
 




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