NancysToy
Motorbike Professor
Use only one washer with each plug. Either type should fit.
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Oil Drain Plug Issue ... Solved!
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GaryTheBadger
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As a distributor / installer for Dimple-brand magnetic drain plugs, and a paid Sponsor of SpyderLovers.com,
I feel obligated to clarify why Dimple-brand plugs are the best solution for removing contaminates, and the last drain plug you’ll ever need.
Dimple-brand oil drain plugs:
· Use special material that remains magnetic at over 300 degrees Fahrenheit
· Have magnet sizes proportional to the drain plug diameter, not a single fixed size
· Are hand-made in the US and used by the US military
· Never require a new gasket or seal
· Are guaranteed not to leak or back-out
· Are installed using a true hex socket, not an Allen wrench
· Every size has a magnet (OEM Spyder oil tank plug is not magnetic)
· Are shipped free, same-day, including AK and HI
· Are preferred by many car and motorcycle shops
· Are available in ten sizes, with more in development
I have not personally done scientific testing, but I would be surprised if the less expensive plugs
could meet all these criteria, considering the raw material and construction costs required.
The best test might be a comparison of plug contaminates on a Spyder with one Dimple plug and one competitor plug after a few thousand miles.
Formal lab test of Dimple-brand vs. OEM plug at: http://tinyurl.com/296vk3z
Video testimonial by CycleSolutionsOnline: http://tinyurl.com/244696q
Dimple-brand site: http://www.DrainPlugMagnets.com
I feel obligated to clarify why Dimple-brand plugs are the best solution for removing contaminates, and the last drain plug you’ll ever need.
Dimple-brand oil drain plugs:
· Use special material that remains magnetic at over 300 degrees Fahrenheit
· Have magnet sizes proportional to the drain plug diameter, not a single fixed size
· Are hand-made in the US and used by the US military
· Never require a new gasket or seal
· Are guaranteed not to leak or back-out
· Are installed using a true hex socket, not an Allen wrench
· Every size has a magnet (OEM Spyder oil tank plug is not magnetic)
· Are shipped free, same-day, including AK and HI
· Are preferred by many car and motorcycle shops
· Are available in ten sizes, with more in development
I have not personally done scientific testing, but I would be surprised if the less expensive plugs
could meet all these criteria, considering the raw material and construction costs required.
The best test might be a comparison of plug contaminates on a Spyder with one Dimple plug and one competitor plug after a few thousand miles.
Formal lab test of Dimple-brand vs. OEM plug at: http://tinyurl.com/296vk3z
Video testimonial by CycleSolutionsOnline: http://tinyurl.com/244696q
Dimple-brand site: http://www.DrainPlugMagnets.com
Raptor
New member
Sounds like a winner to me, Sir. I believe I'll be ordering a set.
Jornie1
New member
Hmmm...???
I was kind of going along with this "Dimple" thing until I read this....and I quote...."With an O Ring seal that does not ever have to be replaced. Guaranteed not to leak".....
Is there a soul out there anywhere that knows of an "O" ring that "NEVER" has to be replaced??? It's rubber, All "O" rings eventually have to be replaced. Another thing to ponder, I can't answer this but is there a relief machined in the female threaded boss in in the engine and oil tank for the "O" ring to be pressed into... If not you could easily crush a rubber "O" ring if you torque the drain plugs to specs. I think I will stick with the $9.99 X 2...plug with the metal washer....that would be about $20 bucks on my calculator and Lamont has already shown that the magnets are approxmately the same strength. Hmmm $20 vs. $60.... Len
I was kind of going along with this "Dimple" thing until I read this....and I quote...."With an O Ring seal that does not ever have to be replaced. Guaranteed not to leak".....
Is there a soul out there anywhere that knows of an "O" ring that "NEVER" has to be replaced??? It's rubber, All "O" rings eventually have to be replaced. Another thing to ponder, I can't answer this but is there a relief machined in the female threaded boss in in the engine and oil tank for the "O" ring to be pressed into... If not you could easily crush a rubber "O" ring if you torque the drain plugs to specs. I think I will stick with the $9.99 X 2...plug with the metal washer....that would be about $20 bucks on my calculator and Lamont has already shown that the magnets are approxmately the same strength. Hmmm $20 vs. $60.... Len
Hi,
This is Tim from Gold Plug.
I am not advertising for my company, just setting the record straight.
Gold Plug:
Uses the same style custom high temp high strength magnet. (As shown by Lomanster) We stand by our custom made Gold Plated magnets. This is also true with magnet size vs. drain plug diameter.
Are handmade in Montana, USA. Also uses by the military in Humvee drive hubs (each wheel). Used by the assembly line hydraulic systems that make all of our cars in Japan. Used OEM by a major US manufacturer of aftermarket racing and street performance parts. Used by machining companies in their high dollar equipment. Sold to the public by multiple retail vendors.
Washers are cheap and replacement guarantees no leaks. Not a problem.
Hex head is the best and only way in our opinion.
We only sell magnetic drain plugs. Nothing else.
Shipping is cheap and fast. Ask "dave01" Customers never lie.
Preferred. Well, debatable.....
Has 30 sizes. We have been around for 10 years. Never stopping development, still around, seen every other seller come and go. We will be there tomorrow and beyond.
Please test our product and let us know if we can improve. We have been for 10 years.
This is Tim from Gold Plug.
I am not advertising for my company, just setting the record straight.
Gold Plug:
Uses the same style custom high temp high strength magnet. (As shown by Lomanster) We stand by our custom made Gold Plated magnets. This is also true with magnet size vs. drain plug diameter.
Are handmade in Montana, USA. Also uses by the military in Humvee drive hubs (each wheel). Used by the assembly line hydraulic systems that make all of our cars in Japan. Used OEM by a major US manufacturer of aftermarket racing and street performance parts. Used by machining companies in their high dollar equipment. Sold to the public by multiple retail vendors.
Washers are cheap and replacement guarantees no leaks. Not a problem.
Hex head is the best and only way in our opinion.
We only sell magnetic drain plugs. Nothing else.
Shipping is cheap and fast. Ask "dave01" Customers never lie.
Preferred. Well, debatable.....
Has 30 sizes. We have been around for 10 years. Never stopping development, still around, seen every other seller come and go. We will be there tomorrow and beyond.
Please test our product and let us know if we can improve. We have been for 10 years.
NancysToy
Motorbike Professor
What you say is generally true, but my old Hondas have O-ring seals for the drain plugs, and they are holding after up to 50 years of oil changes. I have only had to replace a couple. Same goes for the O-ring seal on the tappet covers. The race bike got the oil changed after every race weekend and the valves checked after every single race, so the plug and covers on that one were on and off a lot. Drain plug O-rings hold up very well in the real world...as long as the mating surface is nice and flat. O-rings are cheap to replace if they do not.I was kind of going along with this "Dimple" thing until I read this....and I quote...."With an O Ring seal that does not ever have to be replaced. Guaranteed not to leak".....
Is there a soul out there anywhere that knows of an "O" ring that "NEVER" has to be replaced??? It's rubber, All "O" rings eventually have to be replaced. Another thing to ponder, I can't answer this but is there a relief machined in the female threaded boss in in the engine and oil tank for the "O" ring to be pressed into... If not you could easily crush a rubber "O" ring if you torque the drain plugs to specs. I think I will stick with the $9.99 X 2...plug with the metal washer....that would be about $20 bucks on my calculator and Lamont has already shown that the magnets are approxmately the same strength. Hmmm $20 vs. $60.... Len
Campverdefela
New member
Me too but for the Gold Plugs, the price is right and should do the job just as well.
I just placed my order, thanks for your well formed rebuttal, you just saved me $40...Though I do have an affinity for o-rings, I'll get over it. :thumbup:
bill pitman
Member
Do these plugs get torqued to OEM specs?
GeoffCee
New member
Apparently so. I have sent for a pair of Dimple plugs so I e-mailed the company and they said to use the same torque as the stock item. Good enough. :thumbup:
Spoke with Tim at Gold Plugs, and had some extra washers added to my order since they are cheap. He upgraded the shipping for a buck to ensure I get them by Friday for my 600 miles service appt on Saturday.
I like these guys more and more...:clap::2thumbs:
http://www.magneticdrainplug.com/Motorcycle_Drain_Plugs/MP01.html
I like these guys more and more...:clap::2thumbs:
http://www.magneticdrainplug.com/Motorcycle_Drain_Plugs/MP01.html
Boyd2010RT
New member
A testimonial for "O" ring longevity - I have a 1998 Cadillac Catera that has an "O" ring seal for the oil pan drain plug - the oil has been changed many times by me - the "O" ring has never been changed and it has never leaked.
Firefly
Active member
I was kind of going along with this "Dimple" thing until I read this....and I quote...."With an O Ring seal that does not ever have to be replaced. Guaranteed not to leak".....
Is there a soul out there anywhere that knows of an "O" ring that "NEVER" has to be replaced??? It's rubber, All "O" rings eventually have to be replaced. Another thing to ponder, I can't answer this but is there a relief machined in the female threaded boss in in the engine and oil tank for the "O" ring to be pressed into... If not you could easily crush a rubber "O" ring if you torque the drain plugs to specs. I think I will stick with the $9.99 X 2...plug with the metal washer....that would be about $20 bucks on my calculator and Lamont has already shown that the magnets are approxmately the same strength. Hmmm $20 vs. $60.... Len
They don't have O-ring seals on them----- just a reusable washer.
S
spydee owner
Guest
stock oil drain plugs
The only problem with these plugs is that people tend to over tighten. You don't over tighten you are good to go.
The only problem with these plugs is that people tend to over tighten. You don't over tighten you are good to go.
S
spydee owner
Guest
gold plug
Certainly sounds like an advertisement to me, not just setting the record straight.
WaltH
Senior Member
Dimple drain plug
I tried the Dimple brand drain plugs and did not like them. You need two different size sockets. When inserting the plug from below, the plug slides down into the socket and has to be supported. The o-ring prevents a reliable torque "feel" or reading. The o-ring on one of the plugs was crushed with only one use. Overall, it seemed like a hassle which could be avoided with the stock plugs. I will try the other brand that does not use o-rings.
I tried the Dimple brand drain plugs and did not like them. You need two different size sockets. When inserting the plug from below, the plug slides down into the socket and has to be supported. The o-ring prevents a reliable torque "feel" or reading. The o-ring on one of the plugs was crushed with only one use. Overall, it seemed like a hassle which could be avoided with the stock plugs. I will try the other brand that does not use o-rings.
pro10is
New member
Your web site does not list the Spyder and your Motorcycle Search page does not appear to work. Could you please list here the correct part numbers to order for the Spyder RS and RT?
Thank you.
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