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storysunfolding wrote:I'm not saying a $5 change can't be done but GOOD Oil, an oil filter and a crush washer is going to be ~$20

Thats about right cause a good oil filter is about $12 for me.

intotherain wrote:I went to the shop to get a crush washer but the mech said that he had never heard of one. Instead, he gave me this thing called a thread sealant to use instead of the crush washer. Do you know if this will work? The guy assured me that it would work but he was also looked very young. (22-24 ish)

It might work, but you'll need to clean the oil of the threads first. And to get the washer or sealant in you're going to drain out all the oil. Whether or not it will work depends on what kind of sealant he gave you. Some are designed to lock threads in place, some are designed to make a liquid tight seal. I used some (forget what it's called) on my oil pressure sensor, but again you need to clean the threads really well.

I would check for an oil sump plug washer or crushwasher somewhere else if I were you. It's the best choice in my opinion.


You didn't change your oil filter did you? That's sort of like changing clothes after a workout, but not taking a shower. The underlying issue will remain the same.

For the record I look about 18, do not make the mistake of associating appearance with knowledge.

ofblong wrote:

storysunfolding wrote:I'm not saying a $5 change can't be done but GOOD Oil, an oil filter and a crush washer is going to be ~$20

Thats about right cause a good oil filter is about $12 for me.

I can get a good filter for $5 Canadian, and the oil costs me another $8-10. So while it might not be a $5 oil change it's not that expensive.

Sev wrote:
It might work, but you'll need to clean the oil of the threads first. And to get the washer or sealant in you're going to drain out all the oil. Whether or not it will work depends on what kind of sealant he gave you. Some are designed to lock threads in place, some are designed to make a liquid tight seal. I used some (forget what it's called) on my oil pressure sensor, but again you need to clean the threads really well.

I would check for an oil sump plug washer or crushwasher somewhere else if I were you. It's the best choice in my opinion.


You didn't change your oil filter did you? That's sort of like changing clothes after a workout, but not taking a shower. The underlying issue will remain the same.

For the record I look about 18, do not make the mistake of associating appearance with knowledge.

No, its not supposed to lock the threads in place, just seal it. My bike does not have an oil filter so I have to change my oil regularly.

I did not associate his appearance with knowledge, however his young figure did help. He seemed very unsure of what he was talking about and yet was very cajole, you know what I mean?


ps.
I don't know how old you are but to me you look 22+ or past college.

I usually just buy a new oil pan plug every 4 or 5 oil changes and reuse the plastic washer that comes with a new one.

The plugs are only $3.99 at my local Autozone.

I've never bought just the washer by itself.

If your bike really does not have an oil filter then the Chinese bikes really are crap.

But chances are there is an oil filter and it is just not an obvious screw on type like cars (and some bikes) have.

And honestly, if the guy doesn't know what a crush washer is then I would find a new mechanic.
Just my opinion though.

Sev wrote:

intotherain wrote:I went to the shop to get a crush washer but the mech said that he had never heard of one. Instead, he gave me this thing called a thread sealant to use instead of the crush washer. Do you know if this will work? The guy assured me that it would work but he was also looked very young. (22-24 ish)

It might work, but you'll need to clean the oil of the threads first. And to get the washer or sealant in you're going to drain out all the oil. Whether or not it will work depends on what kind of sealant he gave you. Some are designed to lock threads in place, some are designed to make a liquid tight seal. I used some (forget what it's called) on my oil pressure sensor, but again you need to clean the threads really well.

I would check for an oil sump plug washer or crushwasher somewhere else if I were you. It's the best choice in my opinion.


You didn't change your oil filter did you? That's sort of like changing clothes after a workout, but not taking a shower. The underlying issue will remain the same.

For the record I look about 18, do not make the mistake of associating appearance with knowledge.

ofblong wrote:

storysunfolding wrote:I'm not saying a $5 change can't be done but GOOD Oil, an oil filter and a crush washer is going to be ~$20

Thats about right cause a good oil filter is about $12 for me.

I can get a good filter for $5 Canadian, and the oil costs me another $8-10. So while it might not be a $5 oil change it's not that expensive.

wow your oil is expensive. so your filter is $10 american and $16 american for oil. I pay $8 for rotella T at my local wally world. I go to advance auto parts for the filter.

$5 Canadian for the filter is $4.10 US.

$10 Canadian for the oil is $9 US.


Where on earth did you get the impression that a Canadian dollar is two US dollars?

One Canadian dollar is 90 cents US.

ofblong wrote:

Sev wrote:

intotherain wrote:I went to the shop to get a crush washer but the mech said that he had never heard of one. Instead, he gave me this thing called a thread sealant to use instead of the crush washer. Do you know if this will work? The guy assured me that it would work but he was also looked very young. (22-24 ish)

It might work, but you'll need to clean the oil of the threads first. And to get the washer or sealant in you're going to drain out all the oil. Whether or not it will work depends on what kind of sealant he gave you. Some are designed to lock threads in place, some are designed to make a liquid tight seal. I used some (forget what it's called) on my oil pressure sensor, but again you need to clean the threads really well.

I would check for an oil sump plug washer or crushwasher somewhere else if I were you. It's the best choice in my opinion.


You didn't change your oil filter did you? That's sort of like changing clothes after a workout, but not taking a shower. The underlying issue will remain the same.

For the record I look about 18, do not make the mistake of associating appearance with knowledge.

ofblong wrote:

storysunfolding wrote:I'm not saying a $5 change can't be done but GOOD Oil, an oil filter and a crush washer is going to be ~$20

Thats about right cause a good oil filter is about $12 for me.

I can get a good filter for $5 Canadian, and the oil costs me another $8-10. So while it might not be a $5 oil change it's not that expensive.

wow your oil is expensive. so your filter is $10 american and $16 american for oil. I pay $8 for rotella T at my local wally world. I go to advance auto parts for the filter.

And that's at the official current exchange rate. Usually ends up being worth less if I buy something from the states. Closer to 75 cents on your dollar then tack on shipping and life just sucks in general.

Ofblong, I wish you were in charge of the exchange rate though, buying stuff from the States would be a lot nicer. Thanks for making fun of yourself though, saves me some effort Hehe.

The sealant worked good. Oil has finally ceased to drip!

dah whoops I went the wrong way. I ment to say half so $10 canadian is $5 american . Really though I was joking about it.