boostd

Anyone replace their factory drain plug with a magnetic? Wondering how well those work. If you use one, do you have a recommendation?

Thanks!

latemodel21

I have replaced both of the oil pan plugs with magnetic plugs and the plug in my rear Diff housing as well.

Highly recommended

Chris

carguyshu

the factory drain plug (supposedly) should be replaced every time as they have Loctite factory applied to the threads. You can just put new Loctite on the old bolt, but it is highly recommended you replace the crush washer each time.

Dave3359

Hi Chris could you please tell me where you got the magnetic drain plugs from
Thanks

carguyshu

I believe the thread on the v12 is m12x1.5 and on the 550 motors m14x1.5. you can get them pretty much anywhere, amazon, ebay, local auto parts store, etc. All you need to know is what the threads are to order.

latemodel21

When I get back to the shop, I will find the box (I bought a few for my various AMGs) and post the source. I seem to recall they were very fairly priced.

Cheers,
Chris

kbob999

I'm always one to make my own, and save my money for tires and gas, so I've simply stuck a small round magnet to the end of the drain bolt.
It will collect iron particles almost as well as a 'manufactured' magnetic drain bolt.

But what is really cool are the Fumoto drain valves. Install it and never need a wrench again. https://www.fumotooildrainvalve.com/...l-Drain-Valves
I have these on my 'keeper' cars that need frequent oil changes.

latemodel21

It looks like I got most of my oil pan plugs from "power **** racing" nice quality and good prices (about $10 each and free shipping IIRC)
here is an example
http://www.powerslutracing.com/ag-81...5l-5439cc.html

I've ordered DIFF plugs from ECS tuning
the last one I got looked like this one (check to make sure on the application before buying) $12.95 each and free shipping if you spend over $25
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-ecs-part...FZI1aQodiNkOgw


hope that helps,
Chris
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Dave3359

I ordered the fumoto for my 07 sl550 the thread was right but the bolt head was to big to fit in the recess of the oil pan so no go on the fumoto