It sounds like bottom line is ,The engine is going to be able to run without problems after the repair is made , I did mention this to him . how do we know the freeze up did not do more internal damage that is not visible ?? Thermal changes from normal oper4ting conditions something to consider also...

Hello all Have to weld GM marinev8 block that was damaged do to freezing. Theres a chunk of the block below the exhaust manilfold that was pushed out aprx. 2.5 by 4" Have welded cast before mostly with ni rod ,. Its a hit or miss sometimes. Am leaniong more towards brazing or silicon bronze . M...