Changing the oil on a k model

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Re: Changing the oil on a k model

Postby thefrenchowl » Mon May 25, 2020 3:54 am

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I always try to use these bonded/dowty seals in these applications...

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Re: Changing the oil on a k model

Postby Ferrous_Head » Mon May 25, 2020 10:01 am

Don't know about the K's but Soportsters have a "special" washer there. It's a "shouldered" brass deal. With the right washer the seal pretty good.
Steel plugs in alloy are always going to be a problem over time. And there are mechanics and then there are mechanics.
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