Need some advice - Oil drain plug damaged

[ike84]

Originally Posted by JFP in PA

Very bad idea. Every customer that tried using steel plugs instead of aluminum eventually ended up replacing their sump cover due to the damage the steel plugs caused. Use aluminum, the plugs are cheaper and easier to replace than the sump covers.............

Interesting, why is that? Over torquing?

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[JFP in PA]

Originally Posted by ike84

Interesting, why is that? Over torquing?

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Nope, combination of dissimilar metal corrosion and very sharp and hard steel threads tearing up the aluminum. Porsche actually makes a stainless steel version the plug, but never used it in this application because of the problems it caused.

[Starter986]

Originally Posted by JFP in PA

Nope, combination of dissimilar metal corrosion and very sharp and hard steel threads tearing up the aluminum. Porsche actually makes a stainless steel version the plug, but never used it in this application because of the problems it caused.

JFP, which part (vendor and number) would you recommend. I had mashed up my original plug and have had the steel plug in use since (about two oil changes). I will be taking your advice (I've an oil change coming up) and will purchase the part you recommend.

Thank you, Sir.