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Message started by rl153 on 02/22/13 at 11:37:47

Title: What do you do when
Post by rl153 on 02/22/13 at 11:37:47

You cross thread the drain bolt on the oil pan on your car. I can't believe I did it . I've changed the oil 100 times and never did this before.Oh well, any suggestions? Thanks!

Title: Re: What do you do when
Post by Greg on 02/22/13 at 12:31:42

Your local parts store should have a larger self tapping replacement. To get there, wrap it in electrical tape.

Title: Re: What do you do when
Post by rl153 on 02/22/13 at 12:44:49

thanks. what happens to the turnings from the self tapping screw?

Title: Re: What do you do when
Post by rl153 on 02/22/13 at 12:59:17

thanks hexnut

Title: Re: What do you do when
Post by Greg on 02/22/13 at 14:51:04

Good point Hex. The bolt is usually what strips. If that's the case, a new one will fix it. I never used a tap on the pan when I messed it up. Taps cost much more than the self tapping replacement.

Title: Re: What do you do when
Post by Greg on 02/22/13 at 14:52:37

rl, I just wipe my pinky finger in there and take it out. If you turn it in a little at a time and back it out, most of the shavings will come out with it. A small magnet can collect the rest. Grease on the self tapper may collect more shavings as well.

Title: Re: What do you do when
Post by Dj12midnit on 02/22/13 at 16:16:03

Wait wait I'v got an idea. What if you jb weld the bolt in there then make a new hole.

Title: Re: What do you do when
Post by Greg on 02/22/13 at 19:44:24

I think he is taking a swipe at me...