In my last step to upgrading to my 650 engine, I quickly installed a 3.5 liter aluminum sump / oil pan (pictured below) to replace the 2.5 liter stamped steel one that came with the engine. It has a 10mm female hex head (allen key) plug flush on the bottom. In my haste to install it, I didn't even take the plug out and look at it first. I just slapped it on with new bolts and Permatex Ultra Grey RTV.
Now, after sitting a few days with oil refilled, I noticed it is leaking drops (8 cm puddle under the pan). It's definitely coming from the drain plug and not the top flange or the RTV seal. I gave it an extra 2 mm turn to snug it up the other day, but it's bottomed out now and still leaking.
Does anyone know the best way to stop it from leaking? I thought I read that a Locktite product might work, but I don't want to make it harder to get the plug out for future oil changes. I am not sure what other thread sealer is acceptable for a situation where it will be pretty hot. Is it supposed to have a crush washer on it? Because I stupidly put it on without inspecting it first, I don't know if there is a washer on it now. I'm not able to get to it for a few days, but if there's any odd size washer or gasket, I'll probably have to order it and would like to get that done so I have it when I'm ready to fix it.
Thoughts appreciated!
Now, after sitting a few days with oil refilled, I noticed it is leaking drops (8 cm puddle under the pan). It's definitely coming from the drain plug and not the top flange or the RTV seal. I gave it an extra 2 mm turn to snug it up the other day, but it's bottomed out now and still leaking.
Does anyone know the best way to stop it from leaking? I thought I read that a Locktite product might work, but I don't want to make it harder to get the plug out for future oil changes. I am not sure what other thread sealer is acceptable for a situation where it will be pretty hot. Is it supposed to have a crush washer on it? Because I stupidly put it on without inspecting it first, I don't know if there is a washer on it now. I'm not able to get to it for a few days, but if there's any odd size washer or gasket, I'll probably have to order it and would like to get that done so I have it when I'm ready to fix it.
Thoughts appreciated!