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Re: 1974 Mercedes 240D - cracked head
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 8/20/2004

Richard,

If the head is aluminum, tig welding would be the most common way to repair it. For cast iron, either metal stitching or welding. Either way, the head probably needs to be straightened also. If a good used head is available, I would think that would... Login to read more.