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Sump quite corroded - Replace?
Hi All,
Just noticed the sump on my MY98 UK turbo is quite bubbled with rust. I'm wondering if to replace just incase it decides to bust. Any ideas how thick the metal is in the sump? Should I be worried and get it changed now. Its looked a simple job to replace until you see the bolts at the rear nicely tucked above the sub-frame. I presume a engine lift job? Cheers, Wayne. |
Just done this for a mate :)
The sump was actually leaking oil through the rust bubble!! As you say the 4 bolts at the back are a pain in the ....! Then getting the pan out between the headers and the oil filter :rolleyes: If I did it again I would remove the headers first and lift the engine up a few inches. You can get to 2 ofthe rear bolts through 2 holes in the subframe (need to remove the little plate/strengthener) but you will need a small 10mm socket to get through the hole or put it on once the extention is through :) The 2 outer bolts can be done with a wobbly socket. you can use a flexable long screw driver if you can get enough purches on the head with out slip. |
Thanks for the reply Dyney, just what I was looking for!
Looks like I better get mine done before it starts leaking :( Any idea how much the new sump was? Cheers, Wayne.
Originally Posted by Dyney
Just done this for a mate :)
The sump was actually leaking oil through the rust bubble!! As you say the 4 bolts at the back are a pain in the ....! Then getting the pan out between the headers and the oil filter :rolleyes: If I did it again I would remove the headers first and lift the engine up a few inches. You can get to 2 ofthe rear bolts through 2 holes in the subframe (need to remove the little plate/strengthener) but you will need a small 10mm socket to get through the hole or put it on once the extention is through :) The 2 outer bolts can be done with a wobbly socket. you can use a flexable long screw driver if you can get enough purches on the head with out slip. |
Do you know how much the sump was? as i'll be needing to get this done soon.
Cheers, Darren |
Don't know what they are new sorry.
Mate had a secondhand one kicking about :) |
MRT do an alloy baffled one for just over a $1000Aus!
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API engines do a baffled one as well for around 150 quid
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standard sump is ~£50 from main dealers. i know i have just bought one recently
Andy |
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