Molybdenum Repair?

[evilw]

Hello,
I recently bought a 1974 Opaque Red S.T. from the original owner. The problem is that he chose to drill holes in it to mount his water bottles. Has anyone ever attempted a hole repair on a molybdenum frame? It's sad because the original paint is still very nice. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
-EW

 

[Eric Amlie]

Well, the preferable way would probably be to braze them closed, but that would obviously ruin the paint.
What about just using an epoxy like J-B Weld?

 

[Roger Henning]

Why not put nutzerts/rivnuts into the holes so you can mount can just mount a water bottle. You can buy them at most hardware type stores. Roger

 

[evilw]

Thanks for the suggestions. Much appreciated

 

[bricycle]

Our Ace has tiny caps you can snap into small holes, both chrome and black plastic

 

[evilw]

Do any of you think that there would be any fear of this compromising the strength of the frame to have these four little holes?

 

[Eric Amlie]

I doubt it.

 

[Roger Henning]

The strength will be fine and the only negative is the look and chance of water getting into the frame causing rust. Roger

 

[vincev]

I would use what Bri suggested and put some silicone around the plugs to stop moisture from entering.