My own method of doing drop-out replacements is pretty simple: I cut the drop-out in two, between the chainstay and seatstay, so I only have to heat one joint at a time. Then set the new d.o. in place, adjust with a known perfect wheel, and braze up. If I have change d.o. styles, repeat on the other side. If the stays are chromed, cover a couple of inches of chrome with thick flux, and you might not burn it. Happy to do it for you, Marty.
harvey sachs mcLean va (when I get back from Berlin DE)
Marty Walsh wrote: I purchased a 1982 VINER lugged steel frame. I've noticed it has a cracked rear dropout. The frame is made with Columbus tubing. The rear drop outs are generic (NOT CAMPAGNOLO). The crack is small. I've made inquiries locally about having the dropout replaced. Can a dropout be WELDED,TO REPAIR the rear dropout??? What is the best and safest practice to follow in repairing a broken rear drop out? Thanks! Yours truly, Marty Walsh in Vienna,Virginia,USA