Leaking LN Magnetic Drain Plug!

[rexcramer]

There are a number of things that can affect the accuracy. Not backing off the spring in storage, dropping it over the years. If it is a high limit wrench 250 lbs, using it at 19 lbs it will probably not be as accurate. There are a number of YouTube videos on how to test and correct a wrench yourself.

Originally Posted by jaykay

I think I have been using the same one for ten + years. I have not thought or had reason to replace it

[jaykay]

Yes of course torque wrench calibration...... I will check DIY options ........but I was actually referring the mag plug itself.

I have never replaced mine or even thought it was necessary. Is this a common practice???

[piper6909]

Originally Posted by jaykay

I was actually referring the mag plug itself.

I have never replaced mine or even thought it was necessary. Is this a common practice???

They don't come with a magnetic plug from the factory, so that's the only reason I can see for replacing the plug. Unless the threads get janked up for some reason, but if that were the case, you'd most likely be replacing the pan as well.

[paulofto]

I don’t have a magnetic plug, just the standard Porsche plug, but I’m curious as to why only 19 ftlbs? The standard plug calls for 35 ftlbs.