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Drain plug hole STRIPPED!!!

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Isn't helicoil a bit long? This would mean you'd be draining the oil and the deposits would stay in the bottom of the pan?
 
Nessism said:
I wouldn't use a heilcoil, they tend to unscrew when you take the bolt out. A Timesert insert is far better for things like spark plugs and drain plugs because they lock in place more secure than a helicoil.

That said, to repair the striped threads there are oversize drain plugs for just such a purpose. They are self tapping; you just torque them in. Napa sells them and a number of members here have reported positive results using them.

Good luck.
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I have had some success with the helicoil system. Mine had a helicoil repair in the oil drain years ago with no problems. It was installed by my favorite and trusted dealership to repair the damage caused by a hamfisted mechanic (me). :o
 
I know the thread in a GS850 oil pan is the same as a spark plug, 14mm X 1.25mm, so inserts are very easy to find.

I installed a solid insert from McMaster-Carr when I rebuilt my GS850 engine. I like knowing the threads are solid steel.
 
I don't know if they are the same but I have a pan with a drain plug for a 1981 GS750L in my shed. You're welcome to it if it will help.
 
drain plug fix

drain plug fix

which ever way you fix the problem do it right and take off the oil pan
your sump for your oil pump is right there and if you tear the screen
you could suck chunks of stuff through your motor. be carefull that is cheep free advice take it or leave in makes no difference to me anthony
 
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