25-03-2024, 08:23 PM
Ruairidh, lovely comment ...
Further update, with the engine out and on its back I removed the sump. I can confirm the sump plug was tight ! :-) The rear of the sump is certainly not flat, only 1 screw really holding the back area tight and little sealant with paper gasket... so the plan is to fit bigger studs and nylon lock nuts, any recommendations on size ?, Id like to take the sump off for frequent oil changes and inspection. 2mm gasket on its way ....
I'm toying with the idea of a Ali sump; but if I ever go trailing, might regret that decision and or install a remote oil filter, all things to think about.
cheers Matt
Further update, with the engine out and on its back I removed the sump. I can confirm the sump plug was tight ! :-) The rear of the sump is certainly not flat, only 1 screw really holding the back area tight and little sealant with paper gasket... so the plan is to fit bigger studs and nylon lock nuts, any recommendations on size ?, Id like to take the sump off for frequent oil changes and inspection. 2mm gasket on its way ....
I'm toying with the idea of a Ali sump; but if I ever go trailing, might regret that decision and or install a remote oil filter, all things to think about.
cheers Matt