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Right Ive been a numpty. Ive over tightened my valve type sump nut on my 1.6 jx and put a bit of oil in and its still leaking. I now can't get the sump nut out. rookie error. i have been told by my mechanic to weld up the sump nut and i will still be able to drain the oil via the filler pipe which is to the right of the sump nut. or buy a new sump. I have been looking for a sump and they are like hens teeth. Has anyone welded up their sump before and suffered any problems after doing it. Or does anyone have any other solutions? Any help is greatly appreciated.

Pretty sure Brickwerks sell new sumps?

They don't have any in stock, can't really afford to wait too long either.

I had a similar issue with my 1.9 petrol Sump Plug.

I hammered a smaller size socket / ring spanner and removed it this way. I also replaced the sump bolt with a stickie outie one so I can remove more easily in the future.

Didn't know you could remove the oil via the oil filler neck!
Hope this helps.

i welded my sump, i did the oil filler not the sump bolt. Been like it for over well 5 years and no probs

I ended up getting the sump welded. she is now back in one piece and fingers crossed no leaks.

What did it cost out of interest? I have what looks like plastic putty covering a hole in mine (previous owner)

I got it done by a local lad. He worked in a commercial wagon welders. Charged me £20. Bargain I thought. He also welded up the outside. Double protection.