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Subject:Questions on oil drain plug
From:Lee Kouns
Date:Wed, 29 Sep 2004 13:18:26 -0700

Hi List,
I'm in the middle of doing my own oil change on my 87 van for the first
time. I have a couple of quick drain plug questions. First, is there
normally a rubber o-ring on the drain plug (in addition to the metal
washer)? If so, how often do you folks advise changing it? Is it a
special VW part or is it OK to get one from the nearest FLAPS?
The replacement washers I bought are aluminum. Are they just as good to
use as the copper (original?) washers?
As always, I am very grateful to anyone who replies.
Lee Kouns

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