At 04:25 PM 8/14/2009, Ryan Tanner wrote... >The latest issue is with an old drain plug. My old plug has been used >and >abused and no longer has a head on it. > >I thought a new plug would be easy to find, but apparently I have >something >special in my engine. Have you tried the dealer, or any of the usual on-line suspects? P/N 068 103 193A. worldimpex.com shows "low availability" @~$13. Alternately, since it seals at the tip (I'm guessing it has a conical tip), an M16 bolt and a friend with a lathe would probably make quick with a workable substitute. You could even cut a groove, and have an o-ring seal. |
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