Oil pan drain leaking

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r34 gtr
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Its not really a big problem, but my oil drain is leaking. I have tried new gaskets, crunking on the drain plug, and teflon tape and it still leaks on me. Is there enough material there so I can pull the pan and re-drill/tap the hole? I am not really enthusiastic about doing it but its gonna have to be done. Its the only place left the car leaks.


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try going to a oil change place.....ask for an oversized drain plug they have them in a variety of sizes...........try that

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Its not really loose in there, just enough so that when it gets hot it leaks oil. I dont think there is enough room for an oversized drain plug, it isnt worn enough yet. Funny thin is it only leaks after you turn the car off and let it sit.

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Ive got the same problem after i dirve my car and let it sit it leaks oil

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the only answer.....

dry sump.

DO IT

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You know I'm too broke for that. I totally would though.


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