Scoobygraeme

I have had a leak from the sump plug for ages. I have just changed the plug and its still leaking out slowly. Is my only option to fit a new sump or is there any other choices? I have used ptfe tape and tried different washers.

Steve's Sti

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What torque you tightening them at? Is the washer genuine item?

Scoobygraeme

What is the torque setting? It is tight but never wanted to over tighten it incase I stripped the threads. I have tried three different washers. Don't think they were genuine.

Scoobygraeme

44 Nm. If that doesn't work is it a new sump?

Steve's Sti

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I go with 35 ft.lb and have no issues, have you a magnetic type or standard?

Scoobygraeme

Standard

Steve's Sti

iTrader: (2)

Have you been able to check the threads in the sump? I would say sumps fine just need to check the threads possibly get a mag plug with alloy washer

Scoobygraeme

No never checked the threads. I will try tightening it and if that fails will change to a magnetic sump plug. Thanks.

Steve's Sti

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No worries all the best