Mechanical Question 80 Series

Submitted: Friday, Oct 20, 2006 at 08:10

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Member - Karl

I am after some assistance. I am after the size of the sump plug on the 1 HZ motor as I am going to do my own oil changes and I want to make sure I have the right size of socket/ring spanner before I start.

I would be greatful if someone could let me know.

Thanks - Karl

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Reply By: Robnicko - Friday, Oct 20, 2006 at 08:47

Friday, Oct 20, 2006 at 08:47

Karl,
Most likely a 14mm
Rob

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Reply By: Kiwi Ray - Friday, Oct 20, 2006 at 09:12

Friday, Oct 20, 2006 at 09:12

Hi Karl
Make sure you fit a new fibre washer each time, it saves oil leaks.
They are only a few cents each
Ray

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Reply By: Member - Phantom (WA) - Friday, Oct 20, 2006 at 10:24

Friday, Oct 20, 2006 at 10:24

Hi Karl,
The original sump plug on my cruiser had a very shallow head and stripped very easily, especially if you use the wrong size socket. The replacement ones from Toyota are much deeper and I would suggest it a good investment to get a new one, if only for a spare. As above, always replace the washer.
Steve

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Reply By: Member - Davoe (Nullagine) - Friday, Oct 20, 2006 at 11:53

Friday, Oct 20, 2006 at 11:53

zFrom memory they have a decent head on them i just use a shifter. For the g/box, tc and diffs however you need a 15/16ths preferably 6 sided socket as usually the last boofhead has tightened the crap out of them and they have a thin fragile head

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