[Shop-talk] Oil drain plugs: Traditional vs quick-drain?

[Bob Spidell]

FWIW, we had one on a Continental O-520 aircraft engine in a Bonanza, 
and it worked fine (reliability was a bit of a concern). Can't speak to 
the auto types, though.

On 6/24/2020 9:13 AM, Jimmie Mayfield wrote:
> What's the consensus on quick-drain plugs like Fumoto and Stahlbus? 
> Gimmicky or are they worth it?  I'm toying with the idea of putting 
> one on my 4Runner.  The oil pan is protected by a skid plate so I'm 
> not too concerned about debris snagging the plug but it does seem like 
> I'd be putting a lot of faith in that plug spring.
>
> What do you say?
>
>
> J