GT3071R Compressor housing - repair or buy new?

[Trondelond]

Ok, so I bought a 3071 from PaulB quite som time ago, but the outlet of the compressor was dented. Since the outlet isn't perfectly round, I can't imagine it will let the hoses stick at 1.6+ bar.

So - what I'm curious about is if it's easiest and cheapest to have this taken to a skilled welder, and let him correct the problem (I was wondering if I should have a 60mm flange welded on instead of the litlle one it originally has).
Or should I just get a new housing altogether? Anyone have one kicking about in good condition?

Just hope the play in the shaft is within normal range.

 

[red reading]

how much play in the shaft is there? and if the rest of the compressor housing is ok weld a bit on there and save yourself some money .

 

[Trondelond]

It's been a while since I fondled the shaft, so I can't really remember. And I don't have anyone else nearby knowledgeable enough to play with my shaft either. I'll have to recheck. I just noticed that there IS play in it.

The rest of the housing is OK - yes. I just have to find someone I trust to do a good job of it I suppose..

 

[Smo]

It's been a while since I fondled the shaft

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

 

[red reading]

o dear a goat defiler fondle's his shaft...... pmsl

 

[Trondelond]

I'm fresh out of goats!

Having the housing welded also gives me a great excuse for getting it ported as well, I suppose!