Silly sump plug question
 

Hey guys and gals,

I am planning to change the oil on my 75 as the car came with no service history and only vague words on when various stuff was done. I don't tend to have copper washers spare so I thought I would just buy a sump plug that comes with a washer...that way I've got a plug if I ever need it and a correct size washer for this change.

I've reserved one from euro car parts although I don't always trust their website and have been stung in the past. This is what I've reserved: https://www.eurocarparts.com/p/sump-plug-333590081

Would this look right for a CDT? No information on size given but the only one that came up after popping my reg in... :D

Much obliged :bowdown:

Sorry don't know about diesels myself but DMGRS are usually quick to advise: cheaper too https://www.dmgrs.co.uk/products/sum...iant=303241171

Regards

Thank you, I will send them a message :}

Had a diesel for over 12 years now. Never changed the sump washer during the annual service. I think you'll find other members do the same.

Interesting. I am quite surprised to hear that. It goes against everything I've been told about not re-using copper washers.

I’d you buy a genuine oil filter it comes with the correct aluminium washer.

I have a comline filter on the way but I was maybe a bit reluctant to admit that :D I shall see how it is and what's in the box!

Hi Andrew,

Maybe you've been speaking to people with an interest in selling you things!

Both copper and aluminium are soft metals. They will naturally form a seal when the sump plug is tightened to the specified torque. I have always re-used the washer which was fitted when I bought my car 16 years ago! "If it ain't broke, don't fix it". :D

Simon

Never in a selling situation, just friendly advice. Perhaps I've been talking to people who don't know what they're talking about. :D

I bought 10 aluminium sealing washers from Ebay for £2.95 including postage. Just make sure that you get the correct size. (Which I can't help you with at the moment)! :shrug: