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Sealing aluminium drysump oil tank
RickRick - 17/8/09 at 06:48 AM

We're having problems with oil leaking from the drysump aluminium oil tank, looks like it's coming from the welds in one or 2 positions.
We've tried some sealant on the outside but that's not made any difference.
all suggestions welcomed!


tomgregory2000 - 17/8/09 at 07:17 AM

weld up the holes?


RickRick - 17/8/09 at 07:24 AM

it's the seams that are causing the problem, and we won't be able to get it re welded untill after the next 2 meetings, so we're looking for a more temp fix really


sorens2 - 17/8/09 at 08:24 AM

Liquid metal.
Or whatever it is called.
Like toothpaste but turns into metal.
Remember to clean it with brakecleaner or so.

Soren S2


02GF74 - 17/8/09 at 09:30 AM

lumiweld would be quite good as it would flow into the gap ... you would need to cean the joins thoroughly.l


BenB - 17/8/09 at 10:28 AM

Yes- good option Clean out the welds, scrub the outside with the stainless steel brush then wallop on some lumiweld / technoweld. Should work very nicely indeed!!!


RoadkillUK - 17/8/09 at 04:00 PM

Might I point you to this thread?

LINKY

It's for a wet sump, but I'm sure the tecnique would be the same.