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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 02:26 PM
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Looking for this style drain plug in a 1/2" -20 D.O. size. Anyone know if they make them or where to get them?



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Maybe I'm missing the point of the question but isnt that a standard GM part?
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Maybe I'm missing the point of the question but isnt that a standard GM part?
The one pictured is, but I need one D.O. which is double oversized.
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Advance Auto has a pretty good supply of drain plugs.
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Why is this considered a D.O. drain plug and what does Double Oversize mean for a 1/2-20 drain plug? Thanks.
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