M20B25 sump gasket question

[Jona1971]

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™‚

[BenHar]

http://www.e30zone.net/e30zonewiki/inde ... e_Settings

Ben

[Jona1971]

That is very useful! a™‚

[maxfield]

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

[chu346]

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

[Brianmoooore]

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.

[maxfield]

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

[Jona1971]

Thanks chaps a™‚

[Yeti]

thin bit of hylomer you should be good