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Date:         Tue, 28 Sep 2004 22:11:06 EDT
Reply-To:     THX0001@AOL.COM
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From:         George Goff <THX0001@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Sourcing non-standard hollow crush washer for oil drain plug
Comments: To: xtabe@YAHOO.COM
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In a message dated 9/28/04 2:43:02 PM, xtabe@YAHOO.COM writes:

<< - how to how to seal the leak (what to use?) If it will fit the recess in the case, buy a 5/8" flange head cap screw to replace your ersatz drain plug. Or have the seat of the plug you now have faced off on an engine lathe.

- where to get 0.650" ID X ~0.865 OD hollow crush washers? Sort through the stock at an auto supply house. Check with a BMW bike shop, Beemers are festooned with crush washers.

- would an o-ring work? >> An o-ring would work if the head of the fastener has an o-ring recess cut into it. As a matter of fact, sealing cap screws with o-ringed heads are manufactured and available but at no small cost.

George


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