jimbo-smithy
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Mine had been broken the same way. I cleaned the broken areas up real good with a wire wheel and welded in a series of tack welds with a mig welder. It wasnt the most beautifull repair but it was solid and has held up well. Welding that broken tab is optional will work just fine without being welded. -
Before you get into it too far, read the info provided at Practical Machinist web site. http://www.practicalmachinist.com/vb/antique-machinery-history/help-please-champion-blower-113740/ I think it tells you everything pertaining to the Champion 400 blower you will encounter. As long as your bronze gear isnt too worn you have a verry nice blower. Somewhere I saw pictures of a shop made bracket to hold this type blower. If you need to make one I could find were I saw it.