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Thread: Stronger Replacement Oil Pans? + To sensor or not to sensor?

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    Stronger Replacement Oil Pans? + To sensor or not to sensor?

    So, not too surprisingly, I've managed to crack my second sump. Thankfully this time it's a slow leak, but it's a leak nonetheless. Needs to be replaced.

    My car is around 100mm off the at the sump but with stiff coils I've still managed to scrape it in a few places and now she's busted. Again.

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    So I'm wondering - does anyone know of any replacement sumps that are stronger than factory? Can I get something done aftermarket?
    I know there is a VW sump guard but it weights a tonne and would make oil changes a pain in the ass.

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    Also - oil sensors.

    My 2.8L AUE engine does actually have an oil sensor but I don't think it's actually working. The first time I broke my sump I lost all my oil in a few seconds however I had no warning light on the dash. I've also turned the key to ACC position when the car had no oil and the sensor wasn't connected and again there were no warning lights.

    I find that non-oil sensor pans are cheaper and easier to find with more aftermarket parts available so I'm wondering if it's worth even bothering with the sensor or should I look into deleting it?
    Does anyone know how this sensor works in terms of whether it sends a warning signal when it's open or closed?

    I check and change my oil regularly and I very sure I'd not if my engine lost oil suddenly or gradually. The only way I can forsee it loosing oil is through a busted sump. If it's a big bust then I'll know and it's a small crack then I'll hopefully check it in time or notice the decrease in engine performance.
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    So - your thoughts?
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    ecs do a hybrid oil pan for 1.8t's but im not sure about bora v5's. i think they would. it's aluminum with a steel bottom.
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    What about raising your engine with motor mount spacers?

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    or run a sump guard

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    If you can get one made cheap, raising would be a cheaper option, also with a sump guard more work if you need to get underneath

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    Thanks for the help guys.

    I've got the V6 AUE engine.

    I've never heard of raising the engine before Lol!
    Do extended motor mounts exist and how it would it go with clearance on things like the transfer case/modules/exhaust? Do we know of anyone who has done it before?
    Quote Originally Posted by MightyCarMods
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    Check out simons v5 build he used urotuning 3/4" motor mount spacers and its raised the sump clear

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    The problem is that if you are cracking the sump because you are hitting it with objects and so you strengthen it, the load is now going to be transferred to other parts of the engine and could cause damage elsewhere. Even a sump guard will end up transferring the load into other body elements.

    The only solution is to eliminate the impacts in the first place.
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    Quote Originally Posted by dubster99 View Post
    Check out simons v5 build he used urotuning 3/4" motor mount spacers and its raised the sump clear
    Cheers!
    I've got the 2.8L V6? Is it still applicable?
    Quote Originally Posted by MightyCarMods
    I'd rather lose by a mile because I built my own car, than win by an inch because someone else built it for me. Your car is your story, so don't let someone else write the book.

    -| "Laura" - 2001 Bora 4-motion (now sold) |-


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    Bumpski pls!

    Would you install non-oil sensor oil pan and short circuit sensor ?

    Also - anyone know anything about 2.8L V6 motor mount raising kits?

    Cheers for the help xD
    Quote Originally Posted by MightyCarMods
    I'd rather lose by a mile because I built my own car, than win by an inch because someone else built it for me. Your car is your story, so don't let someone else write the book.

    -| "Laura" - 2001 Bora 4-motion (now sold) |-


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