This document discusses a preliminary study on the cladding process for gray cast iron substrates. It provides background information on cladding, including that it is a deposition process used to improve substrate properties by depositing filler material in layers. Gas metal arc welding is discussed as a common cladding method. Process parameters for GMAW cladding are described, including current, voltage, and travel speed. Challenges of cladding gray cast iron due to its brittle microstructure are addressed. Nickel-based filler materials are proposed to address these challenges by preventing cracking during thermal cycling.