With potholes and road debris an increased problem at this time of year, parts specialist First Line has highlighted how its oil sump range can offer the perfect solution to replacing components that are often first in the firing line for damage.

First Line says oil sumps are increasingly in demand due to impact damage or corrosion, especially where the protective finish (on the steel powder coated sumps) has been damaged leaving bare steel exposed to the elements, resulting in an increase in oil sump repair work and replacements.

First Line offers a range of more than 20 oil sumps that cater for the most highly demanded applications, such as the aluminium VAG 1.9TDI version, which is available with and without the oil level sensor provision, and the popular Fiat 500/Opel Corsa 1.3TD product.

The range is manufactured using aluminium or steel construction depending on the original equipment fitment, with all steel sumps having a powder coating to ensure longevity and extra resistance against corrosion. All sumps include a pre-fitted plug and are gasket free.

Alongside this is a range of 11 sump plugs, which are available to buy separately, including the popular patented plastic sump plug for VAG Golf, A3 and A4, offering the complete solution for technicians. These plugs are mainly supplied in packs of five, so that when carrying out routine oil changes, there is always a replacement available.