Sumping up!

[1BigBadWedger]

I need to replace the sump gasket on my 450SE. Does anybody know if you can remove the sump without moving the engine? I think it looks as though it should be possible. Famous last words!

Cheers
Nick

[al 350i]

does on the 400, got to be really careful that you don't over tighten when doing back up or you'll end up with a cork and oil sandwich spilling out the sides!!

[broadside]

You can change it in situ. However, make sure you have a friend with small hands or a mechanically astute child to help with access to some of the bolts as you will find that there is limited room in places.

When I removed the sump on my old 450SE there was no sump gasket just a silicon sealant which I think was common practice at TVR. I cleaned the sump out in degreaser and removed the sealant and replaced it with a cork gasket. Had no issues with both aspects of sealing the sump. Don't be suprised to find that you don't have a cork gasket if you proceed.

[utternutter]

i did mine last year and i have fat hands and arms lol and had no problems, it is a little tight when you pull the sump away from engine with the sump catching the oil pick up but will scrape past.