Go to you local FLAPS and buy and oversize oil plug, should not need Teflon
tape. Be sure to get a new copper washer with it too.
Bill
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On May 26, 2013, at 6:55 PM, Gary Nafziger <nafzigerg@yahoo.com> wrote:
> Newly overhauled tr-3. Wrapped the oil pan plug with teflon tape and
> tightened up to what felt solid. It's been leading while just sitting over
> winter. Have a dinner plate size oil puddle at least. I purchased the
Moss
> ball valve type spigot to install so I won't need to bother the threads in
the
> future. I'd like to get a good tight seal on the valve. Looking for
> suggestions on what to use for a good oil blocking seal. Just wrap with
> thicker and thicker teflon tape? Is there a plumbers putty/caulk that
might
> work. If so does plumbers stuff work ok with the engine heat?
> Just wondering
> gary n.
>
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