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Oct 4, 2006 | 01:27 AM

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leaking primary drain plug

It's a 2000 f/b only does it after a ride...just a few drops but i hate that.Is there anyway to stop it?

Oct 4, 2006 | 03:41 AM

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RE: leaking primary drain plug

Next time you change the oil in there make sure the plug fits properly and if it has a gasket or o-ring replace it, and lightly coat the new one with oil before reinstalling it.
If not maybe a little plumbers tape (teflon) around the threads will stop it.

Oct 5, 2006 | 12:29 AM

pro1955

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RE: leaking primary drain plug

Use some teflon tape, be careful not to over tighten the plug. Clean the threads on the plug with brake clean to get off all the oil residue, don't use too much tape.

Oct 5, 2006 | 10:15 AM

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RE: leaking primary drain plug

There is an o ring on the drain plug it may be shot check it I keep a few in my garage the same one fits the tranny I believe.

Oct 5, 2006 | 01:05 PM

Babs

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RE: leaking primary drain plug

Remove old O-ring.
Thoroughly clean plug with brake cleaner.
Inspect plug for any thread damage.. replace if detected.
Replace O-ring.
Use a full coverage coating of teflon paste around the threads, rather than tape.. cover all but not excessively thick.
Reinstall carefully and don't overtighten.

After the primary completely drains, might also inspect the plug hole.. flashlight and small mirror. Maybe if there's possible debris in/around the plug drain hole, might clean that as well.

.. hope it helps.

Don't leaks just chap you good. I hate 'em [:@]

The old bike used up all my tolerance for any such thing as a leak. Now my Isuzu trooper is leaking and noone works on them anymore around here.. Talk about bent out of shape.. I've been beside myself over it.