Stripped oil drain plug - what to do next

[Grant Lenahan]

the obvious comment - you need to tap out one size larger, and first ensure you cna get a plug one size larger as well.

I would be careful about leaving metal filings in the oil pan too!  You might be best to drop the pan. Maybe even just replace it.

Grant


On May 9, 2010, at 12:58 PM, Radek wrote:

> Hi Guys;
> I was too ham handed and the damage is done:  the plug turns freely and oil drips slowly, forming a small puddle under the car overnight.  Too much to just keep driving, I need to fix it.
> 
> The plug looks fine, damage is probably limited to the oil pan.
> 
> I'm thinking of first running a tap through the oil pan to try to repair the thread.  Perhaps a new plug would also help, just in case.  If not, replacing the oil pan for $$$.  Will appreciate any suggestions.
> 
> Radek.
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Grant Lenahan
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