Is the plug actually loose?  It can be in quite securely and still dribble
oil if the washer is bad or missing.  Give it a twist with your hand.  If
you can't move it, it should be all right to drive.  Just check the oil when
you get to your destination to ensure the leak isn't worse than what you
described.

Dave in KC
85 Westy
http://members.fortunecity.com/davebaker1

----- Original Message -----
From: PSavage <psavage@SABER.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Monday, June 25, 2001 2:40 PM
Subject: More Oil Plug Leaking - Quick Fix?

> Hello List,
> I've ordered some new washers & a spare oil plug--
> meanwhile, I've been unable to drive *anywhere for fear
> of my unseated plug dropping out.
> This afternoon I *must drive my '85 to shop to pick
> up ordered plug & washers.
>
> Suggestions needed for how *best to temporarily secure plug
> to case, do it doesn't decide to drop out & dump all the oil.
> Duct tape?
>
> Thanks for help!
> Phaedra
> '85 Westy