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Oil plug leak after I changed oil

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by AME219, Dec 5, 2019.

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  1. Dec 6, 2019 at 1:33 PM
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    The one time I tried something like that.......

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  2. Dec 6, 2019 at 2:21 PM
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    Well it's not like the copper in the drain washer is going to go bad...
    I inspect, clean and buff the washer during every oil change.
    You can't argue with success.
     
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  3. Dec 6, 2019 at 2:33 PM
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    I don't change mine often either.. but that's not what I'm getting at with that last post.
     
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  4. Dec 6, 2019 at 2:36 PM
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    Back the plug out a few turns and wrap some Teflon tape around it, then snug it back down. I use Teflon tape on all my drain plugs, including the differentials. I've also never had a drain plug seize up. I think the Teflon tape keeps the two surfaces from locking up. Also, the added friction gives me some peace of mind that it won't vibrate out if I don't get it tight enough.
    I've been using Teflon tape for over thirty years and have never had a problem with it. Just clean the old tape off every time.
     
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  5. Dec 6, 2019 at 3:08 PM
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    What are you "getting at"?
    Be specific please, I'm old.
     
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    I know you are. Hahaha. My point is, if you are negligent with your maintenance items than you shouldn't expect a long life out of your engine as a whole.

    That last message was meant for the other guys snarky comments regarding not replacing it ever though, not for you.

    If people use that mentality with their cars, I'd hate to see the way they treat their relationships.
     
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  7. Dec 6, 2019 at 4:14 PM
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    Thanks for the clarification..... seems I might fall into the same group. However, I do all the required maintenance, and more. I just don't toss out a perfectly serviceable copper washer, for cryin' out loud....

    As to relationships, well, Mrs Splicer & I have been married for 48+ years. Maybe I'm doing OK there, too. :)
     
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    Hey no shame there, as long as you aren't part of the "going 200,000 mile before replacing other more critical components" sort of people then it doesn't necessarily apply to you.
     
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  9. Dec 6, 2019 at 4:24 PM
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    Changed the oil a bunch of times before putting in a Fumoto. Never changed the oil pan drain washer, never had a leak. Being proactive and changing the washer at oil change seems like a good idea but...No good deed will go unpunished.
     
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  10. Dec 6, 2019 at 9:07 PM
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    After reading the first post again I'm wondering if OP accidentally used a regular steel washer (that doesnt crush) thinking it was aluminum
     
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  11. Dec 7, 2019 at 6:14 AM
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    I always use some Permatex #2 (or equivalent) non-hardening sealer on the drain plug threads and have never had a leak. This is inexpensive and fool-proof. No washers to bother with. Clean the threads with a wire brush at each oil change.
     
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  12. Dec 7, 2019 at 6:31 AM
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  13. Dec 7, 2019 at 9:39 AM
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    Nothing,fumoto fan bois are just really annoying.
     
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  14. Dec 7, 2019 at 11:31 AM
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    The washer I used was a dorman m12 gasket that the person at advance recommended and there was an oil symbol on the package, it was a variety pack with what looked like copper, aluminum, and nylon washers. After reading what diabetiktaco said here that the dormans don't line up perfectly with the drain plugs and need centering, I loosened and retightened the plug several times trying to center it, and it seems to have stopped leaking. If it starts leaking again in the next few days I'm just gonna drain the oil and swap the washer with a Toyota one, but it seems to have completely stopped leaking.
     
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    Seriously? You get annoyed way too easy...relax, it’s Christmas time! :santa: Have some egg nog...
     
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    Ah crap...was out all day and I forgot egg nog... got the rum though. o_O
     
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    I remember way back when I did my first oil change the washer was stuck to the oil pan so I just never used another washer, just reinstalled the plug. After a year or so I installed a fumoto valve over that original washer cause it was still stuck. Never leaked.
     
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    I’m a bit confused. Which one is the correct oil drain plug washer the “felt washer”
    $9 90430-12031 Genuine Toyota - Oil Drain Plug Gaskets (QTY10)
    90430-12031 or the crush washer
    $22 12157-10010 Toyota Oil Drain Plug Crushable Steel Gaskets Set of 10 OEM 12157-10010
    12157-10010?
     
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  20. Dec 7, 2019 at 10:17 PM
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    My 2014 came with the felt covered washer, but either one should work.
     
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