Oil Pan Plug Replacement
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Oil Pan Plug Replacement
Purchased a 2000 FRC a while back and while it's overall condition is excellent, when I went to change the oil I found the head on the oil pan plug to be chewed up badly and it was way over torqued. Took forever to get it loose.
I see replacements on line and some of them reference a half-dozen or more GM part numbers.
Should I just go to the nearest dealer (45 minute drive) for the part, or what?
Any input or experience related information would be appreciated.
DC
I see replacements on line and some of them reference a half-dozen or more GM part numbers.
Should I just go to the nearest dealer (45 minute drive) for the part, or what?
Any input or experience related information would be appreciated.
DC
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Just about any major Corvette parts vendor will have a replacement oil pan plug or as you say, a dealer can get one for you.
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I enjoy the drain valve that now replaces the drain plug bolt. I never worry about correct torque , and the ball valve is stiff, it will not open without effort, and the valve handle has a rest to prevent impact openings. Bought it from a vender here, it's a nice part, from Japan.
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handy but...
I enjoy the drain valve that now replaces the drain plug bolt. I never worry about correct torque , and the ball valve is stiff, it will not open without effort, and the valve handle has a rest to prevent impact openings. Bought it from a vender here, it's a nice part, from Japan.
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OPPR-duh
Finally got the plug out and bought a new one at the local auto zone as suggested here in another thread on the subject.
Had to add a small O-ring as the bore was chamfered. (sp?)
Everything working OK now, fresh oil and filter, no leaks so far.
DC
Had to add a small O-ring as the bore was chamfered. (sp?)
Everything working OK now, fresh oil and filter, no leaks so far.
DC
