08 nytro sub frame crack

[Rjnytrofx]

I just looked at my shock today, my sub frame is cracked. Right by my left shock it's cracked, anyone ever have this problem? Anyone welded them before?

 

[herndonp]

PM grizztracks. Fran will probably be able to enlighten you on that one.

Pete

 

[yamariv]

Pics or it didn't happen!!

 

[Rjnytrofx]

There ya go.

 

[yamariv]

Wow, didn't think that part would crack. Not sure why that couldn't be welded up good as new but Grizz would be the one to confirm this for sure. Keep us posted!

 

[grizztracks]

There ya go.

That's not a normal failure spot. Has the sled been wrecked in the past? The only other thing that might cause damage is running the shock pressure to low and hard bottoming. I would weld the crack then reinforce that area with a gusset. If it was a lower frame tube I'd be more concerned because that section provides most of the strength.

 

[Rjnytrofx]

I welded it up and reinforced it with a piece of steel welded on top, see how that works.