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Sump sealant etc
Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 3:09 pm
by gd302
Im gathering bits and info for assembling my 4.6 engine and wanted to know the best approach when it comes to the sump.
Use a cork gasket and stick it to the sump overnight or just go with a good quality sealant on its own?
Ive read about sealing the rearmost 2 bolts, maybe I will put some studs in here to aid alignment.
Any tips are appreciated, same questions go for the water pump and front covers.
Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 3:30 pm
by DaveEFI
I still like Blue Hylomar since it was the original for things like the water pump, and is easily cleaned off with thinners. The sump I dunno as being a steel pressing distorts easily.
Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 7:09 pm
by richardpope50
I went for a sump gasket that is guaranteed not to leak. It does but perhaps just by a bit and needs wiping off every so often.
Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 7:59 pm
by jenand40
A sump gasket guaranteed not to leak!
Where can I get one from?
Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 8:23 pm
by ChrisJC
Are you using the pressed steel sump?, or cast ally sump?
Chris.
Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 8:41 pm
by gd302
Pressed steel.
Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2017 4:25 pm
by Seight-V8
there is a rubber that i use....but you cant use it with the GEMS timning cover as the front holes are different.
But if you have the old rover v8 sump pattern like me....then here it is.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ROVER-P5B-CO ... 2548.l4275
i have one on my 4.6, just don't over tighten it, as it can crush, but its re-useable too.
regards
scott
Posted: Fri Nov 03, 2017 6:35 pm
by gd302
looks good, i like the idea of not having to use sealant.
Posted: Sat Nov 04, 2017 1:17 pm
by richardpope50
jenand40 wrote:A sump gasket guaranteed not to leak!
Where can I get one from?
It was a few years ago and off the internet. I cannot find the receipt now but I kept on searching and found this rubber one where they said it would never leak. Not very helpful, I know