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Old 04-09-2006, 08:59 PM
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hey guys , anyone else have problems with a leaky oil plug? seems like mine leaks for a few days after change, then i tighten it and then its good? this time i tried a new plug and still did it.....have no clue why it does it for a few days
 
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Old 04-09-2006, 09:04 PM
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when you put on the new plug did you install the new washer with it?
 
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Soft copper washer is best.
 
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Old 04-10-2006, 02:51 PM
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yea, went to dealer and got a new pulg, they say they upgraded them with a better rubber seal, so im going out to the garage now to swap it out, this is the fastest oil change ive ever done......22 miles......well see how well this one works, thanks for the imput
 
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Old 04-10-2006, 05:33 PM
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I put teflon tape on the plug before I put it back in, don't overtighten it, and don't replace the washer. Never had a problem.
 




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