Oil drain case threads almost gone... How to fix? - Page 2

BrokeAss · 05-26-2019, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by White Knight

BrokeAss, never heard of such an animal...but I love the concept! Anyone know the thread size on the drain plug for a 1700 Vaquero?

M12-1.5 x 15mm

https://www.amazon.com/Stahlbus-Drai.../dp/B01AMXASRY

You'll need two of course.

**Sabre-t** · 05-26-2019, 12:41 PM

do your bikes have 1 or 2 drain ports? if so, do you put those quick drains in both or just not drain from both?

BrokeAss · 05-26-2019, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Sabre-t

do your bikes have 1 or 2 drain ports? if so, do you put those quick drains in both or just not drain from both?

The VN1700's are semi-dry sump, so there are two, and it's proper to drain both.

**Sabre-t** · 05-26-2019, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BrokeAss

The VN1700's are semi-dry sump, so there are two, and it's proper to drain both.

I always drain both. I was curious if you only put one of these fast drains on if you had two drains.

BrokeAss · 05-27-2019, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Sabre-t

I always drain both. I was curious if you only put one of these fast drains on if you had two drains.

This thread is a result of the OP having stripped threads in his pan. These Fast Drain contraptions are a good way to fix that once and for all by installing something threaded that never needs to be removed.

UNCLE WILLIE · 05-27-2019, 02:07 PM

have u considered a thread chaser -- different than a tap -- it cleans and partly repairs damaged threads without cutting away any metal -- just a thought -- i have used them succesfully if the damage isnt severe

BrokeAss · 05-27-2019, 02:34 PM

Chasers are great for straightening up buggered threads, but over-tightened drain plugs in aluminum pans tend to tear out all the threads and open up a larger, unthreaded hole. Tapping for a larger (and generally more aggressive) drain plug is a common fix.

**smokier** · 05-31-2019, 01:15 PM

Ended up using the TIME SERT repair for this issue. Again, it was on a '12 Victory Cross-Roads. Still an aluminum case with the oil drain plug tapped directly into that aluminum. The TIME SERT uses a steel outer 'bushing", then the original plug can still be used. Yep, make the hole bigger, and hopefully better.
So far so good.

The TIME SERT was done by a pro with all the right tools and previous experience. Just past my comfort level to take big drill bit to the bottom of a bike engine.

Ride safe,

Smokier

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BrokeAss Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ohio Posts: 296	Chasers are great for straightening up buggered threads, but over-tightened drain plugs in aluminum pans tend to tear out all the threads and open up a larger, unthreaded hole. Tapping for a larger (and generally more aggressive) drain plug is a common fix. __________________ '09 Nomad 1700 - Ivan's flash - Kuryakyn Alley Cat - V&H slip-ons - Triple hi/low beam H4 headlights - Desert Dawgs - Half the F&S Catalog
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05-26-2019, 12:41 PM	#17
Sabre-t Join Date: May 2015 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 838	do your bikes have 1 or 2 drain ports? if so, do you put those quick drains in both or just not drain from both?
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05-27-2019, 02:07 PM	#21
UNCLE WILLIE Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: knoxville tn Posts: 227	have u considered a thread chaser -- different than a tap -- it cleans and partly repairs damaged threads without cutting away any metal -- just a thought -- i have used them succesfully if the damage isnt severe
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05-31-2019, 01:15 PM	#23
smokier Join Date: May 2015 Location: DBQ Iowa Posts: 1,807	Ended up using the TIME SERT repair for this issue. Again, it was on a '12 Victory Cross-Roads. Still an aluminum case with the oil drain plug tapped directly into that aluminum. The TIME SERT uses a steel outer 'bushing", then the original plug can still be used. Yep, make the hole bigger, and hopefully better. So far so good. The TIME SERT was done by a pro with all the right tools and previous experience. Just past my comfort level to take big drill bit to the bottom of a bike engine. Ride safe, Smokier
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