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11-20-2020, 10:06 AM | #1 |
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I found out during my winter storage oil service that I had stripped my oil pan threads when I performed my last oil service. Seems to be a common problem with soft aluminum oil pans.
Took me about a hour to repair with a steel insert with this kit. Worked like a charm! Available from Amazon |
11-20-2020, 10:35 AM | #3 |
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I suspect I applied to much torque on an already weakened set of threads. I used a torque wrench to install the plug last time with the correct torque value but it was not the best quality torque wrench.
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11-22-2020, 03:53 PM | #5 |
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I've never used a torque wrench on the drain plug, I just snug it up with a 3/8" ratchet. Those threads are pretty robust with plenty of them. Do you have an aftermarket drain plug by chance? Good you where able to fix it with a steel insert.
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Well said -
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I used to take the beloved Red Roadster to a BMW stealership for service and repair. I began going to a uber-great indi shop and the first time they changed the oil they reported the oil drain plug was SEVERELY over-tightened.... Ain't no cure for dumb.
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