sump plug wont tighten small leak

Post by **macaw** » 01 May 2010, 17:22

Hi done oil change myself and now the sump plug leaking slightly and wont tighten

Post by **Red Westie** » 01 May 2010, 17:29

Well....there is a chance the threads on the bung are a bit worn (a couple of quid for a new one) otherwise you will need to re-tap to 16mm (next size up) and fit a larger bung.
Simon at Brickwerks does this regularly and will be able to supply a bigger bung if needed (think it's a peugoet part)

Martin

Post by **toomanytoys** » 01 May 2010, 18:59

What engine??
WBX should have a copper or allu washer that helps seal it. normal practice is to replace the washer..

Post by **boatdog** » 01 May 2010, 20:11

put some ptfe tape on it so stop the drips any plumbing department will stock it

Post by **happy camper** » 02 May 2010, 15:12

boatdog wrote:put some ptfe tape on it so stop the drips any plumbing department will stock it

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