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Sump Removal


nelmo

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No, they seem fine (but i just tried wiggling them by hand -is that sufficient? ) although I'm awaiting a second opinion.

 

Next step is removing and checking the oil pump. ..

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I would check the process on Zetecs for the big end cap bolts; for engines I have knowledge on, you can't just torque them up once they've been tightened once (pre-stretched), you essentially need to seek advice on measuring bolt stretch and tightening according to the procedures laid down by the engine manufacturer.... or, just fit new bolts, of course, but £££.

 

Might be an ideal time to fit some ARP's anyway if you're getting the wallet out :D

 

Might be easier to just take the main bearing caps off if you don't want to risk weakening a rod bolt.

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I've finally found a local (ish) fabrication company who thinks he can weld the hole in my sump (only if it is cast and not die-cast? :unsure: ) but he said he would weld a patch over it, rather than actually fill it (its a 15mm round hole) - is this OK? I would prefer the hole filled-in in some way, no?

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