Gold Plugs - are the torque specs the same as OEM?

[BertRemington]

Per this post https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums...e-o-ring-kit&p=1563200&viewfull=1#post1563200 I installed the GoldPlugs at stock torque settings using a 1/4" digital torque wrench but will use 15Nm next change.

 

[jcthorne]

I use the ShowChrome plugs for 5 years now and no problem. I also don't feel like I have to tighten them to the nth degree. 15lbs is not that much. I have always used the standard BajaRon washers with no oil leaks. BTW I know this is a losing battle here but the original washers are not crush washers but simple copper washers,as are the replacement washers Ron sends.

The plugs for the 998 don't have the design defect as they do not have the 2 o-rings mid plug. The show chrome plugs for the 998 are fine.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

I use the ShowChrome plugs for 5 years now and no problem. I also don't feel like I have to tighten them to the nth degree. 15lbs is not that much. I have always used the standard BajaRon washers with no oil leaks. BTW I know this is a losing battle here but the original washers are not crush washers but simple copper washers,as are the replacement washers Ron sends.

:agree: .... IMHO threaded parts that NEED high torque - you should use a proper torque wrench .... for LOW torque I use a socket and ratchet and after it's hand tight I give the handle a decent TAP and leave it ..... If this is an OIL plug I will put a piece of clean paper under that area and see if it leaks ( usually not ). if it does I will tap it a little harder ...... this method has worked successfully for over 60 years and I have never stripped any threads .... good luck .... Mike :thumbup:

 

[Jane1330]

Apparently Gold Plug has folded, the phone is disconnected and e-mails etc... go unanswered. Placed an order and funds were paid...crickets