Magnetic Drain Plugs - Really Worth it?
11-04-2009, 04:33 PM
#41
Melting Slicks
Hello guys,
I want to confirm the above post. The C5 kit does not fit the C6. I apologize to any customers that were misinformed. I only just got the call regarding this minutes ago and did the research to be sure. I also requested from our purchasing team to locate a C6 version. We will post it up on new products as soon as possible.
-JOE@WCC
I want to confirm the above post. The C5 kit does not fit the C6. I apologize to any customers that were misinformed. I only just got the call regarding this minutes ago and did the research to be sure. I also requested from our purchasing team to locate a C6 version. We will post it up on new products as soon as possible.
-JOE@WCC
Thanks again for your help
11-04-2009, 04:40 PM
#42
Melting Slicks
The magnetic drain plugs that fit the C6 can be ordered from Fichtner Chevrolet, a forum dealer. parts@fichnterchevrolet.com 1-800-234-5284. They are not GM that are discontinued, but an aftermarket that look like the original.
11-04-2009, 04:56 PM
#43
Melting Slicks
There's a vendor on here that sells a package, Oil-Trans-Diff magnet tipped plugs, can't remember who though.
I got the Magdana plug, it works great.
My 2008 did NOT come with one.
"The Dimple® Super Drain Plug is an assembly of an OEM correct drain plug with a super strong Neodymium magnet. Our magnets are made of high grade Neodymium and our Dimple® is supplied with a high quality copper gasket."
www.MAGDANA.com
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...rain-plug.html
11-04-2009, 06:31 PM
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I have a 2009 base C6 (430hp ls3) and GM part number 24241872 does NOT fit. Part 24241872 is a different size and has different threads than the non-magnetic plug that came on the car. If anyone has a part number that works please post. Thanks.
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11-04-2009, 09:16 PM
#45
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Another option
This is what I went with. Look close at the half shell oil filter.
http://videos.streetfire.net/video/S...et-a_86536.htm
Went with the HP300.
http://shopfiltermag.com/cart/ymm.ph...ORVETTE+V8+ALL
We have these on both vettes. We put them on before we pulled off the dealer lot. I was shocked at what got past my Amsoil Filter.
http://videos.streetfire.net/video/S...et-a_86536.htm
Went with the HP300.
http://shopfiltermag.com/cart/ymm.ph...ORVETTE+V8+ALL
We have these on both vettes. We put them on before we pulled off the dealer lot. I was shocked at what got past my Amsoil Filter.
11-06-2009, 09:57 PM
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It is simple!
With a magnetic plug you will find small "whiskers" type metal debris on the magnet the first few oil changes and then they are pretty well caught up. I think that should answser your question.
11-06-2009, 10:36 PM
#47
Melting Slicks
I think it's a good idea to have a magnetic drain plug. Anything that the magnet catches is that much less that either the filter needs to handle or, worse yet, just circulates with the oil over and over. My '07 has one, I'm surprised they stopped putting them in.....maybe it was a weight saving thing 
11-06-2009, 10:43 PM
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I think it's a good idea to have a magnetic drain plug. Anything that the magnet catches is that much less that either the filter needs to handle or, worse yet, just circulates with the oil over and over. My '07 has one, I'm surprised they stopped putting them in.....maybe it was a weight saving thing
11-07-2009, 10:22 AM
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Your digging up an 8 year old thread on your very first post.
My bet is that you either own, or work for "GWR Specialty Automotive Parts" located Florida ... Am I right?
Trying to drum-up a little business?
http://www.oilfiltermagnets.com/
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My bet is that you either own, or work for "GWR Specialty Automotive Parts" located Florida ... Am I right?
Trying to drum-up a little business?
http://www.oilfiltermagnets.com/
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09-24-2017, 12:33 AM
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I was using 1 of those back in the 1960's and i used to change oil every 1500 miles or so not because it was needed but did it because it was so damned cheap . My dad owned a shop so tools and a lift were free all i paid was for the filter and oil at bulk prices. Never found much stuck to it but there was a residue. I used to run the timing 14 degrees advanced on the crank so i did burn some exhaust valves in teh 120,000 miles i had that car
