Help with Broken Bolt Damaged Receiver M1 Carbine

[a1parrothead]

Painter777,

I looked at the diagram on page 76. I cannot quiet tell what I am seeing in the area where my damage is, but I can certainly see mine is chipped/broken. I have posted picture again with arrow pointing to the damage and my main concern.

Also, I looked at the picture you posted of the other guys broken receiver. Yes, that is where mine broke exactly, though not quite as deep of a chip. I read his old thread and it sounds like I am in deep doo doo.

Also, Sounds like its not a repairable area per CMP and Fulton.

Is that your impression of the damage? I guess I am grasping at straws hoping this can be repaired. No way I can afford a replacement receiver and bolt. No way. If it cannot be repaired the things a paper weight!

Jeff