Paul27
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| posted on 11/11/20 at 09:12 AM |
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Zetec Sump
Hi
Can anybody suggest a decent low profile sump for a Zetec, there seem to be a few people in the UK selling them but before I purchase a recommendation
would be great. Something relatively cheap would be preferred!
Currently I have a modified sump that has been cut and welded but unfortunately it leaks and I am reluctant to get it repaired again only to find it
still leaks!
Many thanks
Paul
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Russell
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| posted on 11/11/20 at 09:31 AM |
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No direct experience myself but the Mk2 Escort folks doing Zetec conversions love the stuff from Neil Dunne https://www.neildunnewelding.co.uk/
I'm a bilingual illiterate. I can't read in two languages.
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big_wasa
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| posted on 11/11/20 at 10:57 AM |
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Raceline  but cheap it ain't.
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mikeb
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| posted on 11/11/20 at 05:21 PM |
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I don't think a cheap option exists! well you have it but I gave up chasing leaks with mine and bought this. Good price and quality
https://www.kitspares.co.uk/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=1190&search=zetec+sump
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christim
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| posted on 11/11/20 at 09:16 PM |
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Ah now that's interesting....I'm currently making up my shortened sump and looked at that link. I like the solution for the oil
pickup!....I might have to give that a try, it beats cutting and rewelding awkward bendy pickup tubes 
My Build Thread
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SJ
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| posted on 12/11/20 at 07:31 PM |
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I assume this is for a Silver top? BT is really easy chop & weld job.
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Paul27
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| posted on 12/11/20 at 09:38 PM |
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Hi
Yes silver top I think, originated from a Mondeo as opposed to a Focus.
The sump has been cut and welded but unfortunately not a good job. To rectify I think the plate that has been welded on will need to be cut off the
sump cleaned up and and a new plate welded on. Certainly cheaper than a complete new sump but again I would be relying on the quality of the weld. It
just may be better to bight the bullet and purchased a manufactured unit
I am still deliberating!
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SJ
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| posted on 13/11/20 at 02:34 PM |
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Steel or Alloy?
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Paul27
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| posted on 13/11/20 at 03:31 PM |
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I think steel
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rusty nuts
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| posted on 13/11/20 at 04:03 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Paul27
I think steel
Silver top is an ally sump IIRC but a poor quality which is why so many leak when welded?
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Paul27
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| posted on 13/11/20 at 04:15 PM |
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Just had a look yes could very well be alloy but thin.
I think despite the cost it will be a new sump!
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