swarf on magnet of sump plug
#1
Err - I`m a bit confused here - the engine oil sump plug is not magnetic. I`ve machined three to take oil temp. senders, and have a spare and none have been magnetic. Didearly cars have these? The gearbox one has a magnet and it`s normal to have a bit of swarf on this, especially if you are draining the original oil.
JohnD
[Edited by JohnD - 12/9/2001 10:02:47 PM]
JohnD
[Edited by JohnD - 12/9/2001 10:02:47 PM]
#4
A very small amount of swarf is acceptable, as the plug is designed to trap metal ie by magnetism to stop it floating around in suspension to damage other parts of the engine,bits should be v small.oil filter does similar job.
Sandman
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