[Closed] Seat tube compression slot cracks in steel frame...thoughts?

Are you sure they're not just in the paint - can you see them on the inside?

Yep, not just the paint as I can see the cracks on the inside

Don't drill - it really needs a proper repair. A bodge that works is to braze a washer over the hole, then cut the slot again. But it really needs the attention of a framebuilder.

And a correctly fitting seat post.

Is that slot in the side of the seat tube, rather than front or rear?

Thanks all. Sadly I have only recently acquired the frame and not had a chance to ride it even!

The slot is side.

Brant - is it likely a post too small has been used?

Any recommendations for a frame builder or repair South Birmingham/Coventry way?

Yes. Too small post would cause "gathering" and give this result.

Is that slot in the side of the seat tube

The slot is side.

Pace?

looking at the colour, maybe a RC129...?

I wouldn't have thought a side facing slot would be the best idea anyway.

I had that on steel frame but worse so had that bit cut off and a braze on collar with a bolt instead Argos in Brizzle did it for me