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Doru the Destroyer-Spyder Photo Investigator
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I have never had difficulty with a drain plug on three Spyders over many oil changes. A standard 3/8" drive ratchet with a hex socket loosens them every time with no more than a grunt. I always use a torque wrench to tighten them, and replace the copper washers when damaged...or periodically anyway. I see nothing wrong with the design if the proper tools are used and the plugs are loosened and tightened properly. The footboards weren't BRP's fault, BTW. They could hardly design with the aftermarket in mind.
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Doru the Destroyer-Spyder Photo Investigator
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Originally Posted by NancysToy
I have never had difficulty with a drain plug on three Spyders over many oil changes. A standard 3/8" drive ratchet with a hex socket loosens them every time with no more than a grunt. I always use a torque wrench to tighten them, and replace the copper washers when damaged...or periodically anyway. I see nothing wrong with the design if the proper tools are used and the plugs are loosened and tightened properly. The footboards weren't BRP's fault, BTW. They could hardly design with the aftermarket in mind.
Add to that, a short "cheater pipe", aka, and old spark plug socket. The plugs will release without needing the grunt.
2008 GS SE5 in 2008
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