Leadpipe repair?

[RichC]

I have a leadpipe that was damaged at the top. The damaged area was trimmed off (about 1/4 in or so) . The top is now about the same diameter as the end of a mouthpiece. Can the receiving end now be expanded to accept a mouthpiece? If so, how is that accomplished? Picture for reference.

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[hornbuilder]

No, you cannot repair it. Replace it

[RichC]

Ok, thanks, Matt

[brassmedic]

I or anyone who has the right tools could expand a new receiver end on it, but it would change the position of the venturi and taper relative to where the mouthpiece inserts, so you would be creating a different leadpipe than what you started out with.

Also, are you sure that's the mouthpiece end of the leadpipe? If it is, it looks like more than 1/4 inch is missing.

[RichC]

The 1/4 in was a guess...may have been more. And, almost positive that was the mouthpiece end. I do understand about the taper being charged. Thanks!