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Subject:Heli-coil vs options for oil drain plug
From:Matt Sutton
Date:Sun, 12 Jul 2009 13:10:30 -0400

Hi folks,

Well, it's come to this. I swear I've tried to be careful with the torque of
the drain plug, but on this last oil change something definitely got spun,
and I'm weighing my options.

The drain was "repaired" before, but unfortunately by tapping to a larger
hole. I'm tempted to get a kit, borrow a cordless drill, follow directions
carefully, etc.,  but I don't see a lot of room for error here and my past
with new operations has been to botch them at least once.

So, I'm looking for options. A Napa guy gave me a "universal" rubber-like
plug, which seems like a last ditch possibility. Are there any other
possible fixes? And, if no, does anyone recommend a mechanic in NYC who'd be
good for this kind of thing?

Thanks,

Matt Sutton
88 GL 4spd
Brooklyn NY

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