Oil Pan Plug Blues

[solid gold]

Is there any way to fix an oil pan plug that just won't seal? I bought a new 402 pan and cannot get it not to drip. Already tried different gaskets. It's just a plug issue. Thanks.

 

[abodybill]

In my Dart with the 8qt. pan I went to NAPA and bought an oversized selftapping drain plug.

That was over 5 years ago and no leaks so far.

 

[69B5]

I had the same problem with the plug on the oil pan.
I tryed over size plugs, gaskets, plugs with smaller plugs in them, etc.
After trying almost every thing I finally found a product that worked
It's called a "Time-Sert". It came in a kit with drills and taps and every thing needed
I'd try the simple solutions first.
I don't recall where I purchased it, but it should be on the web.
Good luck.

 

[moparchris]

Have you tried a new Mopar drain plug? Its rubber coated and it has sealed even the most stubborn leakers. Its used on every newer car that Mopar makes. I always ask for a drain plug for a 1994 5.2 Dakota.

 

[Big John]

I was going to suggest using a copper gasket on the drain plug but I'd try that Mopar drain plug first.

I don't like the oversize drain plugs. I've seen more of those that leak than not leak so I'd do that as a last ditch effort.

 

[solid gold]

Thanks, I'll try one of the rubber ones!