Drain Plug washer
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Originally posted by zimbo
The other advantage of the fumoto valve is that you can get a small sample of oil to send off for evaluation w/o having to drain the whole thing.
Plus, it's easier and less messy.
--Steve
The other advantage of the fumoto valve is that you can get a small sample of oil to send off for evaluation w/o having to drain the whole thing.
Plus, it's easier and less messy.
--Steve
ok, so basically you dont ever have to replace the washer?
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i put on a fumoto valve since my first oil change & its just so convenient... now if I didnt have to unscrew the 15 screws to get to the oil filter, that would be nice...
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Originally posted by zuddenly
i put on a fumoto valve since my first oil change & its just so convenient... now if I didnt have to unscrew the 15 screws to get to the oil filter, that would be nice...
i put on a fumoto valve since my first oil change & its just so convenient... now if I didnt have to unscrew the 15 screws to get to the oil filter, that would be nice...
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Ok, Here we go!
The drain plug washer is there for the sole purpose of sealing the drain plug to the oil pan. Just like the copper washers on your power steering or a/t "banjo" fittings. If you don't believe me just leave it off and see what happens!
If the drain plug is torqued properly each and every time your oil is changed then it will last a long time. Possibly 30,000 miles or more! The problem is that most people have never held a torque wrench or have ever torqued a drain plug to spec. to see what it feels like. They install the drain plug just like they installed the oil filter. They run the drain plug down 'till it bottoms out and then go another 1/4 to 1/2 turn or so which is quite affective at "crushing" the drain plug washer!
As for the guy with the chevy... Chevrolet uses an aluminum drain plug washer with a silicone seal in the center. The most common problem with this setup is that the aluminum does not crush when overtorqued like the copper which results in the threads being pulled from the oil pan and/or the drain plug threads wearing out. The good news is you can probably use the old washer with the new pan and plug!
I personally replace the washers on every oil change because a dollar spent now is cheaper than an engine later!
The drain plug washer is there for the sole purpose of sealing the drain plug to the oil pan. Just like the copper washers on your power steering or a/t "banjo" fittings. If you don't believe me just leave it off and see what happens!
If the drain plug is torqued properly each and every time your oil is changed then it will last a long time. Possibly 30,000 miles or more! The problem is that most people have never held a torque wrench or have ever torqued a drain plug to spec. to see what it feels like. They install the drain plug just like they installed the oil filter. They run the drain plug down 'till it bottoms out and then go another 1/4 to 1/2 turn or so which is quite affective at "crushing" the drain plug washer!
As for the guy with the chevy... Chevrolet uses an aluminum drain plug washer with a silicone seal in the center. The most common problem with this setup is that the aluminum does not crush when overtorqued like the copper which results in the threads being pulled from the oil pan and/or the drain plug threads wearing out. The good news is you can probably use the old washer with the new pan and plug!
I personally replace the washers on every oil change because a dollar spent now is cheaper than an engine later!
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Hey Zand02Max, Jeff just gives em to me for free now. I've purchased so many parts there that he doesn't even bother. I think he's got me on speed dial.
The parts manager is a jerk, but again Jeff comes through to talk all about Nismo. He even helped me look up some serial numbers and specs for the heads and VK45 valves. He also said, and I quote, "Someone in town wants us to install the GReddy kit, I'll give you a call when she brings the car in."
Whoa. Anyway, even my old '85 300ZX had one of these washers and it's been through a lot of changes (maybe I should emphasize "old"). The thing eventually gets crushed until it's as sharp as a knife blade. I never knew it was a replaceable part until I read about it on here.
The parts manager is a jerk, but again Jeff comes through to talk all about Nismo. He even helped me look up some serial numbers and specs for the heads and VK45 valves. He also said, and I quote, "Someone in town wants us to install the GReddy kit, I'll give you a call when she brings the car in."
Whoa. Anyway, even my old '85 300ZX had one of these washers and it's been through a lot of changes (maybe I should emphasize "old"). The thing eventually gets crushed until it's as sharp as a knife blade. I never knew it was a replaceable part until I read about it on here.
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Originally posted by Jason@Performance
OE Oil Filter, Drain Plug, Crush Washer...
http://www.performancenissanparts.co...roducts_id=261
OE Oil Filter, Drain Plug, Crush Washer...
http://www.performancenissanparts.co...roducts_id=261
That's where I got my oil filters & washers from...
Thanks again Jason@Performance!!!
~Rie
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Originally posted by MannishBoy
Are you guys changing these ever oil change?
I'm sure not. My washer on my GM car lasted nearly 90K miles. I bought one of these Nissan washers to have handy if I need it, but I'm still using my original one after about 4 oil changes.
Are you guys changing these ever oil change?
I'm sure not. My washer on my GM car lasted nearly 90K miles. I bought one of these Nissan washers to have handy if I need it, but I'm still using my original one after about 4 oil changes.
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Originally posted by spazpilot
were can you buy this valve, anyone know?
were can you buy this valve, anyone know?
Here ya go!!!
http://www.fumotovalve.com/
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Originally posted by jun14scr
anybody know the proper torque specs for the drain plug?
should i just tighten the oil filter by hand ?
anybody know the proper torque specs for the drain plug?
should i just tighten the oil filter by hand ?
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The stock washer is a crush washer and it's purpose is to prevent you from over torqueing the drain plug to the oil pan. I does nothing to keep the oil from leaking out; that's what the oil plug does. It's pefectly fine to reuse; just don't over torque the drain plug. Both my Z and my bike still have the original crush washers after several oil changes with no problems. Our spark plugs also come with crush washers for the same reason.
The stock washer is a crush washer and it's purpose is to prevent you from over torqueing the drain plug to the oil pan. I does nothing to keep the oil from leaking out; that's what the oil plug does. It's pefectly fine to reuse; just don't over torque the drain plug. Both my Z and my bike still have the original crush washers after several oil changes with no problems. Our spark plugs also come with crush washers for the same reason.
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The crush washer at my nissan dealer in Albertville,al is .30 each. Gave me the first one free. I do not understand why a normal copper washer could not be used?
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