Master
SubscriberDo you have to buy a bolt specific to Land Rover or is there a generic sized bolt that will fit? I am about to drop the oils in both the Disco and Defender and want to use a new bolt and washer.
Simon
95 Defender HCPU 130
ChatterBox
Why replace the sump plugs, unless they are damaged. I have always used thread tape on the original plugs, including gearboxes and diffs and never had an oil leak from the plug.
Replacing the copper washer is the correct method by design, but IMHO there is no need.
Having said that, the Puma sump required a new plug each time, due to the unusual Oring design
Erich
ChatterBox
Try 1/4 BSP.
Oil sump drain plug thread stripped - HELP
Master
SubscriberHey Erich,Originally Posted by Bundalene
I had a bit of a drama with my last oil change in the Disco and have always worried about that plug hence wanting to change it. The defender can be accounted for by my obsessive complusive traits.
Simon
95 Defender HCPU 130
Master
Erich,
would you suggest using a copper washer each time?
I've been using fibre washers but I'm having no issues with leaks.
Tom.
ChatterBox
Hi Tom, that is up to you, Land Rover recommend a new copper washer every service at 20,000kms intervals (12,000 miles by the book). I can't see a problem with fibre washers as long as they aren't over tightened and as long as they don't leak.
Our D2 had 1 new copper washer in 200,000kms, with a service every 10 - 15,000kms, depending on circumstances. Never had a sump plug oil leak. Always used Caltex synthetic oil as well
Erich
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