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30th September 2020, 10:53 | #1 |
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Silly sump plug question
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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... Much obliged |
30th September 2020, 11:05 | #2 |
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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
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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.
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Interesting. I am quite surprised to hear that. It goes against everything I've been told about not re-using copper washers. |
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I’d you buy a genuine oil filter it comes with the correct aluminium washer.
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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". Simon
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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)!
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