Oil pan drain plug drip

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TUMRATH
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My mom's '86 Camry has a very slow oil leak originating from the oil pan drain plug. I suspect the pan metal or the thread was damaged at some time during an oil change. Does anyone know if it's a reasonable fix to make a thin gasket for the plug out of cork or some other material? The car isn't worth doing a major repair on.
May 9, 2006 at 12:33 AM
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LOSONE
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Go to the dealer and buy a new plug and gasket. the next time you change the oil replace the plug
May 9, 2006 at 10:17 AM
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