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Posted by 49Reo
 - May 29, 2012, 10:31:55 AM

If it is a worst case scenario, pan stripped and not the plug, you can heli-coil the pan; this entails drilling the drain hole over-size, tapping that hole, then installing the heli-coil. You will then have the drain hole back to the original size, with new threads. This is something you can do yourself with a drill and tap wrench; the hel-coils are available at industrial supply outlets. Hopefully it is only a stripped plug; if it is, it would be advisable to run a tap in the drain hole to straighten any damaged threads as well.

Good luck; let us know what you find.

Regards and such,
49Reo

Posted by 1SG CAV
 - May 28, 2012, 23:13:15 PM

I would float the cost of some new oil. Pull the bolt and check the threads, both on the bolt and the hole. That way it just might only need a new flat washer. Good luck. I praying for ya.

Ride with pride.

Posted by aclone
 - May 27, 2012, 08:57:16 AM

Changed my oil and tighten the pan bolt, but not to tight as not to strip the threads.  Must got it to tight! as I ride the bolt losen a little I have a very small drip.  I cant get the bolt to tighten up it goes up snug but keeps turning. Is their another choice beside retapping the hole to the next size?    Maybe it's time buy another torque wrench!

Thanks

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