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Offline GAZ666

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I'm about to buy a magnetic sump plug to prolong the life of my 140k 1.8T, but some places say its M26x1.5 and some say M14x1.5

M26 http://shop.motorsport-developments.co.uk/engine-products-240-c.asp

M14 http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-Golf_IV--1.8T/Search/MAGNETIC/ES5386/

Which is it? for a 99 1.8T


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Re: Sump Plug size? What is it? Getting different answers...
« Reply #1 on: 27 March 2012, 20:26 »
Im sure it is m14  :undecided:
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Re: Sump Plug size? What is it? Getting different answers...
« Reply #2 on: 27 March 2012, 20:36 »
100% sure?

It should be M14, cos doesnt the 14 mean its 14mm? It cant be 26mm as the bolt is a 19mm bolt to undo it isn't it?

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Re: Sump Plug size? What is it? Getting different answers...
« Reply #3 on: 27 March 2012, 20:45 »
Im sure it is m14  :undecided:

+1 however i wouldnt like to say im 100% sure, i always get mine from vw, there only a quid or so and dont have to faf around trying to get the right size.

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Re: Sump Plug size? What is it? Getting different answers...
« Reply #4 on: 27 March 2012, 20:58 »
M14


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Re: Sump Plug size? What is it? Getting different answers...
« Reply #5 on: 27 March 2012, 21:02 »
ill check my dealer reciept when i get home tonight mate i brought a new plug when had it serviced the size is on there.. im 99% sure its m14 tho  :smiley:
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Re: Sump Plug size? What is it? Getting different answers...
« Reply #6 on: 27 March 2012, 21:03 »
cheers that will be great..

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Re: Sump Plug size? What is it? Getting different answers...
« Reply #7 on: 27 March 2012, 21:06 »
M26 :grin: You'll need a 36mm spanner to undo the f**k*r :laugh:
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Re: Sump Plug size? What is it? Getting different answers...
« Reply #8 on: 27 March 2012, 21:15 »
36mm really? I know some oil filter housings on other models are 36mm but surely not for the sump plug?

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Re: Sump Plug size? What is it? Getting different answers...
« Reply #9 on: 27 March 2012, 21:31 »


Its gotta be m14!