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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?
Thanks a™‚

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Ben

That is very useful! a™‚

Shouldn't be any need to use any sealant, aslong as both surfaces are nice and clean.

maxfield wrote:Shouldn't be any need to use any sealant, aslong as both surfaces are nice and clean.

Thats right, but last time I did one it leaked a little

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.

If you have to use a sealant, I would use hylomar blue. Is a non setting compound, but is good stuff.

Thanks chaps a™‚

thin bit of hylomer you should be good