'03 Predator cracked frame
Hey guys, so the frame on my 03 predator broke on the right side, and from what I can see its cracked in the same spot on the left side. The location is directly in from of the upper motor mount/cross-member. On the 03's, if you're not familiar, the motor mount is removable by 4 bolts, where I'm pretty sure newer models it is welded solid.
My question is, I can obviously weld these areas, but I'm thinking of welding a triangle type shape that will run along the frame and go up into the motor mount, and in turn, welding the motor mount to the frame by use of a gusset.
Is this a good option, or is the motor mount not welded for a reason?
Anyone been through a break in this area, feel free to chime in with a possible fix.
03' Predator, WB Pipe, Twin Air Clamp On, Nicholas Cycle Race Modified Carb, Niicholas Cycle Race Port and Flowed Head, Wiseco 12.5:1 piston, PMR Rear Bumper, HPD Front Bumper, Gunner Tether Cord, Rath Racing Vicous Pegs, Rath Racing headlight covers, Rath Chromoly Fender Brackets, HPD steering dampener, JetBlast air scoops, HPD triple rate springs, Fox rezzies, Lightened 30lbs, Lowered 2 Inches, 2-25 fin inline coolers.