Consider annealing the copper washer. I have found that even 'new' copper
washers are not always soft. And with use the copper will work harden &
become unable to conform to the small irregularities it is meant to seal.
String them on a stiff wire, heat with a propane torch until they glow dull
red. Let cool (I have read that quenching in water or letting them cool
slowly in air gives the same result). If starting with a 'used' washer
smooth off any burrs/ridges first with fine sand paper.
Eric Russell
Mebane, NC
----- Original Message -----
Date: Thu, 5 Jun 2014 11:57:20 -0400 (EDT)
From: [email protected]
Subject: [alfa] Leaking oil drain plug
Can anyone give me a tip or some advice - I just can't seem to stop that
irritating drip of oil that comes from my plug, and my mechanic says he's
doing the best he can!
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