Dry sump oil pipe connection fittings?
Dry sump oil pipe connection fittings?
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NTEL

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5,051 posts

269 months

Thursday 18th August 2011
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Just noticed a slight leak on the scavenge pump suction pipework fittings where they connect to the dry sump. Does anybody know where I can get replacements and what to ask for? Tried tightening them up but to no avail so I assume they include some sort of rubber seal that has perished.

heightswitch

6,322 posts

279 months

Thursday 18th August 2011
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NTEL said:


Just noticed a slight leak on the scavenge pump suction pipework fittings where they connect to the dry sump. Does anybody know where I can get replacements and what to ask for? Tried tightening them up but to no avail so I assume they include some sort of rubber seal that has perished.
They all Leak Dave, even when new. It is common practise to lift the car and wipe down after every race. They are a swivel type fit and reidy can help you source if the leak is severe. a few drips however is common.

NTEL

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5,051 posts

269 months

Thursday 18th August 2011
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Thanks Neil, the one shown is very loose, even when the nut is tight. The other one at the front feels a lot "firmer" and doesn't leak.

TVRleigh_BBWR

6,553 posts

242 months

Thursday 18th August 2011
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Take them to a hydraulic specialist and ask them to make you some, a bit over kill, but your never then have to worry

Chassis 33

6,194 posts

311 months

Thursday 18th August 2011
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Dave have a word with Charlie over the weekend, she used to work for ATEC http://www.atecautotechnic.co.uk/ so knows oily bits quite well.

Regards
Iain

Edited by Chassis 33 on Thursday 18th August 15:42