2006 Toyota Solara stripped oil pan

2006 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA
60,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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GREGG COX
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I have a stripped oil pan from overtightening the plug. Do you recommend fixing the problem by using a different size or type plug, or replacing the oil pan?
Jul 30, 2010 at 3:20 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Do you recommend fixing the problem by using a different size or type plug, or replacing the oil pan? If it can work permanently go for it otherwise replace it with a 2nd hand will do, make sure its in good condition.
Jul 30, 2010 at 3:35 PM
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