Hi,
I've just had my new sump gasket delivered from Cotswolds. Should I use sealant?
If so, which type?
What is the torque for the bolts when putting back on?
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M20B25 sump gasket question
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That is very useful! a™‚
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Shouldn't be any need to use any sealant, aslong as both surfaces are nice and clean.
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Thats right, but last time I did one it leaked a littlemaxfield wrote:Shouldn't be any need to use any sealant, aslong as both surfaces are nice and clean.
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If sealant is used, keep it to a minimum. Excess sealant that is squeezed out inside the sump tends to form little balls that are very effective at blocking the gauze on the oil pick up pipe.
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If you have to use a sealant, I would use hylomar blue. Is a non setting compound, but is good stuff.
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thin bit of hylomer you should be good