Oil Change
 

Could anybody tell me if you have to change the sump plug washer every time you do an oil change, like I am being told
Thanks

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Basically not needed every time, but a good idea to change it now and then. I have done oil changes were a new sump washer was desperately needed, without having a new one :)

Hi, you could try and anneal it yourself, there is some info here
We did them on a gas cooker.

Only if it is copper though. :}

I have annealed the washer on my sump plug countless times with no problem.

If it is an aluminium washer and you need to re-use it then just smear the last couple of threads of the bolt and top side of the washer with some Instant Gasket and you will be fine.

For the cost incurred ,I would change it

The answer is yes you should, as it may well drip if the old one is reused.

:shrug: they are so inexpensive why would you NOT change it ?




Paul.

Because if you anneal it there is no need to. ;) :D

I just give mine a polish on a bit of emery paper .:getmecoat::eek:
Never had one leak yet :}

I change mine with a Pela pump, I also have no leaks:D