In need of a quality oil drainplug

In need of a quality oil drainplug

07-29-2003, 11:29 AM

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Ncostello

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In need of a quality oil drainplug

My stock thin shoulder drain plug makes me a little nervous with its design. I dont torque to book specs...I just use a 3/8" rachet and snug it up tight as I have with all my other vehicles.

I was wanting to get a new plug with a sturdy design and an actual bolt head instead of a socket insert. A magnetic tip would be nice too.

Which ones are working good? Seems there are several out there. I just dont want to get one with cheap metal or poor thread cuts. I also dont want to use an easy-drain type valve. Thanks!

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