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Old Feb 26, 2013 | 05:50 PM
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This is in an 08 LS3 coupe. I was changing my oil. I found this item attached to my drain plug. I am not familiar with the inside of an LS engine. I was hoping someone could help me. The outer diameter of it is about 1/2 inch.



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Possibly part of a valve stem seal.
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Possibly part of a valve stem seal.
lower part of the valve stem seal

I think we've played this game before on a Z06
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Is there any problems with it not being there? I will be replacing the valve springs in about 5-7k miles.

Thanks 1fastbob and glenb for the responses.
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