A place for general chat about the Jimny. Please make sure you post in the correct section on the site, this way it keeps the site tidy AND ensures you get a more relevant answer.

Suppliers/Dealers or anyone selling with a commercial view in mind CANNOT post here unless responding to a specific request of a member in a "wanted" post.

Suppliers include people "breaking for spares" on a regular basis, when purchasing spares members should ask a supplier what they contribute to the running of the forum particularly if contacted by a Private Message

Suppliers or Members who have contributed to the forum can be identifed by the
logo.

Diff drain plug washer

  • 2013gary
  • Topic Author
  • Visitor
  • Visitor
    Public
21 Jan 2020 14:32 #217483 by 2013gary
Diff drain plug washer was created by 2013gary
Hi all,
A few months ago I changed the diff oil in my 2003 Jimny. I recently noticed that there's a slight leak coming from the drain plug. I was unable to find a washer and - if I remember correctly - I read that it was okay to re-use the old one, so that's what I did.

Now it looks like I'm going to have to change the washer, does anyone know where I can get one the correct size? The Big Jimny shop sells them for the filler but not for the drain plug.

Also does anyone have any magic tips for changing the washer with minimal spillage - or am I better off draining it and refilling it? Refilling was a bit of a pain so I'm not looking forward to it.
Many thanks,
Gary

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Lambert
  • Offline
  • Moderator
  • Moderator
    Registered
  • The quickest Jimny in Harrogate...(that I own)
More
21 Jan 2020 16:07 #217488 by Lambert
Replied by Lambert on topic Diff drain plug washer
There is no clean and easy way round it I'm afraid. And yes it's better to do it as a change of oil than trying to get the plug out , your finger in the hole, put a washer on with the other hand and then get the plug back in. Just not worth the squeeze.

Temeraire (2018 quasar grey automatic)
One of the last 200ish of the gen3s, probably.
ADOS Attention Deficit Ooooh Shiny!

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
21 Jan 2020 18:07 #217494 by jackonlyjack
Replied by jackonlyjack on topic Diff drain plug washer
It has a washer :woohoo: here's me thinking mine had a tapered thread
never seen a washer or used one or sealant
just put it back in FT :laugh:

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Lambert
  • Offline
  • Moderator
  • Moderator
    Registered
  • The quickest Jimny in Harrogate...(that I own)
More
21 Jan 2020 18:43 #217495 by Lambert
Replied by Lambert on topic Diff drain plug washer
Mine has a sort of plastic washer thing which I guess I should probably replace with the next oil change?

Temeraire (2018 quasar grey automatic)
One of the last 200ish of the gen3s, probably.
ADOS Attention Deficit Ooooh Shiny!

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
21 Jan 2020 19:42 #217500 by gv42
Replied by gv42 on topic Diff drain plug washer
I used , the BLUE, sealant on it

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
21 Jan 2020 20:26 #217502 by Scimike
Replied by Scimike on topic Diff drain plug washer
Even though I have replaced all the fluids I can't for the life of me remember if it had a washer or was a tapered plug???

Still it matters not for on either type I always put a thin smear of blue sealant as gv42, as a back up just in case, always worked for me. Blue hylomar is my preferred stuff, with this method my 1960 series 2 is still on the original axle plugs and does not leak. -. Well the axle plugs don't, pours out of ever other orifice. :laugh:

Yokohama Geolanders, Sony head unit, NAUTILUS Air Horn, DRL conversion, Rear cargo space, Elvis Bobblehead, transfer Guard, Indian hanging Elephant, Koni Heavy track dampers, Custom SS exhaust, Voodoo Doll, Adventure Rack with LED ight bar, vintage ERIBA caravan usually attached (yes it's slow)

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
21 Jan 2020 20:29 #217503 by X8GGY
Replied by X8GGY on topic Diff drain plug washer
The drain plug has a washer? :woohoo:

Are you sure...? :ohmy:
The following user(s) said Thank You: mlines

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
21 Jan 2020 20:44 #217504 by mlines
Replied by mlines on topic Re:Diff drain plug washer
Only blue sealant on the drain

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

Martin

2003 M13 early KAP build.
3" Trailmaster lift with 1.5 Spacers on front
Customised winch bumper and roll cage
235/85R16 Maxxis Bighorns on 16" Rims, 4:1 Rocklobster, Rear ARB locker and on-board air
Corrected arms all-round, rear disks, Recaro seats and harnesses
The following user(s) said Thank You: X8GGY

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Lambert
  • Offline
  • Moderator
  • Moderator
    Registered
  • The quickest Jimny in Harrogate...(that I own)
More
22 Jan 2020 05:01 #217511 by Lambert
Replied by Lambert on topic Re:Diff drain plug washer
Ok then what is the plastic washer thing round the edge of my drain for then, it fits close into the protective boss on the axle and has evidently been there from new?

Temeraire (2018 quasar grey automatic)
One of the last 200ish of the gen3s, probably.
ADOS Attention Deficit Ooooh Shiny!

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
22 Jan 2020 09:49 #217521 by mlines
Replied by mlines on topic Re:Diff drain plug washer
I cannot see any such part I am afraid on any diagram


Martin

2003 M13 early KAP build.
3" Trailmaster lift with 1.5 Spacers on front
Customised winch bumper and roll cage
235/85R16 Maxxis Bighorns on 16" Rims, 4:1 Rocklobster, Rear ARB locker and on-board air
Corrected arms all-round, rear disks, Recaro seats and harnesses

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Lambert
  • Offline
  • Moderator
  • Moderator
    Registered
  • The quickest Jimny in Harrogate...(that I own)
More
22 Jan 2020 09:53 #217522 by Lambert
Replied by Lambert on topic Re:Diff drain plug washer
It doesn't matter it's not mine that is leaking. If I think on next time I change the oil I'll have a picture of it but I'm not making a mess on purpose.

Temeraire (2018 quasar grey automatic)
One of the last 200ish of the gen3s, probably.
ADOS Attention Deficit Ooooh Shiny!

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • 2013gary
  • Topic Author
  • Visitor
  • Visitor
    Public
23 Jan 2020 09:45 #217581 by 2013gary
Replied by 2013gary on topic Diff drain plug washer
Thanks all for your responses.

Mine definitely had a washer on it, so if that shouldn't be there then maybe that's what's causing the leak. I have some blue hylomar so I'll put some of that on the drain plug when I get around to sorting it out. Thanks again.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

Time to create page: 0.185 seconds
Joomla template by a4joomla
We use cookies to give you the best online experience. Please let us know if you agree to all of these cookies. Accepting the Cookies also accepts the Disclaimers for the website.