[Spridgets] 1274 Sump replacement....

[Kitterer Bob]

Dave,

Yes the sump can be replaced from underneath - do not have to pull,  
mover or other wise reposition the engine.  A 7/16 socket with a long  
extension makes for a quick and easy job.  The last time I did this  
the half circles were cork, maybe still are.  Anyway what worked for  
me was to press them into the slot on the pan then cut them with  
about a 1/8 inch over size on both sides.  This makes it a little  
harder to get the bolts started but compresses the cork for a good seal.

Bob Kitterer

1960 Austin Healey Sprite (Mk IV in disguise)
1966 Austin Healey Sprite Mk III (Trevor) - still in boxes
2000 Miata Special Edition




On Aug 4, 2008, at 9:30 PM, Dave G. wrote:

> Hi Folks,
>
> A question about the sump...
>
> I would like to replace the sump on The Beast.... it's been badly  
> bashed in
> underneath! --- asper usual !!
> I do have what I think is a fair condition replacement sump...
> Here's the question(s)...
> Can this be done from underneath without pulling the engine?
> What do I do with the semi-circular cut-outs at the front and back  
> of the
> sump?
> I know they are for oil seals but is there a special trick to make  
> sure they
> don't leak when I fit them?
> I don't want to be another Exxon Valdez...
>
> Any other "hints and kinks" for doing this???
>
> TIA...
> --
> Dave G.   KK7SS
> '65 MK III Sprite in Richland, WA
>
> The Original Point and Click  --- Smith and Wesson....
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