Hi, would anyone have an idea on if it's possible to repair a tin sump that has got a hole from rust? I was thinking about using some sort of filler or fibreglass. I could buy a new one from euro car parts but I would like the satisfaction of repairing what I have if possible.
Tin Sump Repair
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blacktulip
, Apr 08 2016 09:32 PM
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Posted 08 April 2016 - 09:32 PM
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Posted 08 April 2016 - 10:10 PM
Buy one, you can fibreglass it up but it will leak again
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Posted 08 April 2016 - 10:15 PM
If its steel then weld it up
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Posted 08 April 2016 - 10:18 PM
To do any sort of worthwhile repair you'll need to remove the sump and degrease it properly. At that point you might be better off just replacing it.
Personally if I was dead set on repairing it I would braze the holes up but I'm guessing you haven't got an oxy acetylene setup.
Personally if I was dead set on repairing it I would braze the holes up but I'm guessing you haven't got an oxy acetylene setup.
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Posted 09 April 2016 - 09:03 AM
I will be removing it first. Maybe a new one is in order.
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Posted 09 April 2016 - 04:12 PM
What sort of car is it for?
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Posted 10 April 2016 - 06:24 PM
Renault clio 1.2 16v (d4f) engine.
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