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Fhead oilpan drip

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Don X, Sep 19, 2010.

  1. Sep 19, 2010
    Don X

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    My oilpan has a slow drip at the drainplug. I've tightened it as much as I feel comfortable but no love there. Is there a sealant I can use that won't casue further problems or should I look for a new plug?
     
    Don X, Sep 19, 2010
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  2. Sep 19, 2010
    mb82

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    I seem to remember Dad talking about shoe lace to fix that problem. Wrap one wrap of shoelace around the plug tighten, it makes a seal.
     
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  3. Sep 19, 2010
    nickmil

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    Check the plug gasket. Looks like a washer. Most likely missing, damaged, distorted, etc. While the plug is out check the area where the plug gasket seals against the pan and make sure it's smooth (no burrs) and in decent shape or not cracked.
     
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    Snafu

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    Use teflon tape on threads is a help.

    Ed :tea:
     
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  5. Sep 19, 2010
    Don X

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    I pulled the plug. It has the metal washer/gasket but it;s seen better days. It needs to be replaced. Are they available or can I use a neoprene gasket?
     
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    theotherjmmy

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    You can get copper washers at some hardware and auto parts stores. Or you could cut one out of the appropriate gasket material I would guess.
     
    theotherjmmy, Sep 19, 2010
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    timgr

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    I think it would seal, but I'd worry about it coming out on its own. With the copper gasket, you can tighten the plug a lot more.
     
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    Don X

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    Copper. Good idea. Now I have a destination at lunch tomorrow. Thanks.
     
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    EricM

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    I think Napa carries an assortment of copper washers for this purpose.
     
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    sdcj6

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    I use the nylon ones. they can be used many times. Copper usually is a one time usage.
     
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  11. Sep 20, 2010
    Posimoto

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    Hey Don, when I saw this post I thought you were refering to your trailside repair on the Rubicon! Ha Ha Ha :p
     
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  12. Sep 20, 2010
    Don X

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    Re: Fhwead oilpan drip

    John, that was a lot more than just a drip. R)
     
    Don X, Sep 20, 2010
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  13. Sep 20, 2010
    49T&C

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    Just remember, your Jeep is not dripping - its marking its territory...
     
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