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| kvom:
I'd use green Loctite, and then drill for a round key afterwards if necessary. |
| AR1911:
Don't try to press it in, the cast iron will crack. I relearned that once more last week. :doh: |
| bp:
A press fit at room temperature will probably crack the cast iron, the shrink fit will almost certainly crack or break the cast iron. Surprisingly the easiest method is probably the best, turn a centre plug or bush, bore the cast iron to a bit over the plug size (details on the Loctite web page) likely to be something like +0.1mm. Clean plug and bore thoroughly (read instructions!!) apply Loctite and push together. Done. cheers bp |
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