What to use to plug oil pan relief?

[thefrey]

What I ordered online doesn’t fit my relief valve hole… What are some good alternatives that you can get asap? Find a bolt at the hardware store?

 

[lspann3525]

LS Oil Pan Oil Pressure Relief Valve Plug for 2007+ LS3 L99 L96 L92 LMG LC9 L77 L76 LH6 4.8L 5.3L 6.0L 6.2L Bypass Delete

Replace the secondary oil pressure relief valve in your 2007–2013 Gen IV LS engine with this durable plug. Ideal for engines without DOD/AFM or VVT systems, it helps maintain consistent oil pressure and prevents potential clogging issues.

www.michiganmotorsports.com

I would try hardware stores or even lowes and try to get a short bolt like above.

hopefully they have the same size threads because its not hard to damage the oil pan.

when I need special bolts we have bolt warehouses here where you can get bolts in different sizes/lengths and grades

 

[kbuskill]

What I ordered online doesn’t fit my relief valve hole… What are some good alternatives that you can get asap? Find a bolt at the hardware store?

Amazon.com: Dorman 65407 Trapped Washer Oil Drain Plug M14x1.50 Compatible with Select Audi / Seat / Volkswagen Models : Automotive

Buy Dorman 65407 Trapped Washer Oil Drain Plug M14x1.50 Compatible with Select Audi / Seat / Volkswagen Models: Oil Drain Plugs - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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For a VW but fits the pressure relief valve inside the LS oil pan.

 

[thefrey]

Amazon.com: Dorman 65407 Trapped Washer Oil Drain Plug M14x1.50 Compatible with Select Audi / Seat / Volkswagen Models : Automotive

Buy Dorman 65407 Trapped Washer Oil Drain Plug M14x1.50 Compatible with Select Audi / Seat / Volkswagen Models: Oil Drain Plugs - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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For a VW but fits the pressure relief valve inside the LS oil pan.

Thanks for this. Gives me a good idea of thread pattern and length so I have a good idea of where to look at a hardware store

 

[Joseph Garcia]

What I ordered online doesn’t fit my relief valve hole… What are some good alternatives that you can get asap? Find a bolt at the hardware store?

Summit Racing sells them for sure, made specifically for that purpose. Just order the delete plug that is specific to your motor.

 

[solli5pack]

I used an oil pan drain plug bolt.

 

[thefrey]

Summit Racing sells them for sure, made specifically for that purpose. Just order the delete plug that is specific to your motor.

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I am going to have to send it and get something from the store since I need it today. Most things won't ship and arrive till Friday or Saturday.

 

[thefrey]

I used an oil pan drain plug bolt.

This comment saved me. Thanks a lot!

I couldn't find a size M14 1.5 pitch bolt at any hardware stores... Then this comment popped up in my brain. Dorman sells a M14 x 1.5 oil plug at auto parts stores that is the perfect length and has a crush washer.

 

[solli5pack]

This comment saved me. Thanks a lot!

I couldn't find a size M14 1.5 pitch bolt at any hardware stores... Then this comment popped up in my brain. Dorman sells a M14 x 1.5 oil plug at auto parts stores that is the perfect length and has a crush washer.

Good to hear. Make sure you post back and let us know what the oil pressure is when you get it running!