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| Author: | GundyGuy [ Thu Nov 12, 2015 3:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Over sized Sump Plug |
Can anyone tell me where i can buy an oversized sump plug for a cooper s What size is the standard thread? |
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| Author: | drmini in aust [ Thu Nov 12, 2015 6:00 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Over sized Sump Plug |
Standard sump plug thread is 5/8" UNC. Most folks use a helicoil (or recoil) kit to restore the original size. Recoil kit is good- by using a stepped tap, it uses the remains of the original thread to cut a new bigger one, aligned properly so there is less chance of the sump plug washer not sitting flat. After cutting the thread and cleaning out, you wind a recoil/helicoil SS thread insert in and you're done. Can do in situ, on car. Use a bottle of cheap oil to flush the swarf out before refilling. |
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| Author: | bluewhitecoopers1968 [ Sun Nov 15, 2015 5:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Over sized Sump Plug |
Thanks Doc, I appreciate your response.... |
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| Author: | Convertible Mini [ Mon Nov 23, 2015 6:56 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Over sized Sump Plug |
When taping the thread use plenty of grease on the tap to catch the swarf. |
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