[edupin]

Greetings from Denver Colorado,

Got the big surprise after the oil change, that the bold spins and does not tight anymore. The mechanic said that I need a new oil pan and the whole thing will cost $2000, since they have to remove the whole Engine to replace the oil pan. I have read about Helicoil, but the shop said they can't find the kit for VW Toaureg.

Any comments or ideas are welcome, since I am not looking forward to spend $2000.
Thank you,

 

[FSJ Guy]

How about an oversized drain plug? They're designed to bite into the old metal and create new threads.

 

[Fourdiesel]

How about an oversized drain plug? They're designed to bite into the old metal and create new threads.

Oversize is the way to go - even if you have to buy an oversize tap and make new threads. I can buy a very fancy tap for $2K!

 

[BenTDI]

Ecoplug, problem solved:

http://www.clubtouareg.com/forums/f43/eco-plug-installed-pics-220706.html

Forget all those other, old fashioned ways of trying to fix a problem. The Ecoplug is the cheapest and easiest solution. I've had mine in since October and it has been perfect. $23 shipped.

I bought one for my wifes 2015 for the next time I need to change her oil.


http://www.ecoplugsystem.com/

 

[mghamms]

use a 25m x1.5mm tap for a standard plug.
I think toyota uses this size in a truck , anyhow search amazon.

 

[mghamms]

here is a plug that will work:
More Information for DORMAN 090041
and another I like these:
http://www.amazon.com/25mm-Magnetic...ie=UTF8&qid=1458958080&sr=8-1&keywords=25+1.5

 

[Built4Sin]

I've never seen that Ecoplug, that's cool!

 

[BenTDI]

I've never seen that Ecoplug, that's cool!

I had the two free/included oil changes done by two different dealers and one of them screwed up my drain plug/hole. I came accross the Ecoplug from someone on here and it really does work.

It is so simple, just the finned shaft and the magnet, and it works. Solved my problem forever, no need to buy new washers or plugs every change.

 

[mghamms]

No ecoplug listed to replace our V8 24mm plug.

 

[JimJ]

The mechanic said that I need a new oil pan and the whole thing will cost $2000

If they stuffed it they fix it - at their expense.

 

[noobytoogy]

Ecoplug, problem solved:

http://www.clubtouareg.com/forums/f43/eco-plug-installed-pics-220706.html




Threadless, magnetic oil drain plug replacement for leaking oil drain pans, drip pans | Eco-Plug System Tel: 855-326-7584

Interesting concept BUT . . .

Why on earth would you video it being fitted to a structurally unroadworthy car?

All I could think of was "WTF . . . Just look at that rusty cross-member with a bloody great hole in it!!"

 

[JimJ]

What happens to these magnetic plugs when the earth's magnetic field flips in the next million years or so?

 

[nickyt]

What happens to these magnetic plugs when the earth's magnetic field flips in the next million years or so?

In a million years, it will repeal all the captured magnetic particles, sending them back into your engine; which will then finally destroy your immaculate engine! :twisted:

 

[Built4Sin]

What happens to these magnetic plugs when the earth's magnetic field flips in the next million years or so?

They go back to Australia? :-k

 

[lestatsghost]

Greetings from Denver Colorado,

Got the big surprise after the oil change, that the bold spins and does not tight anymore. The mechanic said that I need a new oil pan and the whole thing will cost $2000,

Did you take it somewhere and they did this? If so they are on the hook for a new pan or fixing it. If you did it, then I've been in the same boat. Get a tap for the next size up drain bolt and fix it that way. Even using a torque wrench I have stripped a pan bolt the oil on there helps decrease friction so the torque spec is off. I know Nissan uses a rubber backed plug on the xterra and frontier if it will work I would use one of those. Or retap for one of those eco plugs. Thanks for that post btw.

 

[TouaregHauler2021]

I tried one today, it was fine after a short drive. But when I did the LM Diesel Purge and took it for a hard run the crank case pressure pushed the magnet. Total fail. Lost 1l and lucky it did not catch fire. Funoto drain valve goes in tomorrow. Worst case I will will tap for an oversized bolt.