6.4L Power Stroke Engine and DrivetrainDiscussion of the 6.4L Power Stroke diesel engine and drivetrain in the 2008 Super-Duty trucks. No gas engine discussion allowed except on transmissions and drivetrain that pertain to all models. Please confine discussion of topics in this forum to those items that are specific to the 6.4L Power Stroke engine.
Getting ready to change the oil in the truck for the first time and I was wondering what size gasket is on the oil drain plug (the part store could not look it up) and if I really need to replace it when the oil is changed.
Getting ready to change the oil in the truck for the first time and I was wondering what size gasket is on the oil drain plug (the part store could not look it up) and if I really need to replace it when the oil is changed.
Not sure what it is made of...have not changed the oil yet. I've done a bunch of oil changes on the 94 Bronco and never had to replace the gasket....but I recently heard where the gasket should be replaced everytime you change the oil?? (and I don't recall who said that).
Getting ready to change the oil in the truck for the first time and I was wondering what size gasket is on the oil drain plug (the part store could not look it up) and if I really need to replace it when the oil is changed.
Thanks
Mine is copper - size M14. Although I've reused copper washers before without any leaks, I just feel better putting a new one on - especially while the warranty is in effect.
__________________
-- 2003 Excursion EB 6.0L
-- 2008 F350 CC SRW Short Box 6.4L
Getting ready to change the oil in the truck for the first time and I was wondering what size gasket is on the oil drain plug (the part store could not look it up) and if I really need to replace it when the oil is changed.
Thanks
Part number 3C3Z-6734-AA
__________________
08 F350 6.4L CC
06 F-350 6.0L CC roll over total loss
Dodge Sucks
DTI Death To I_an
I've heard that it should be replaced too but in all the years of doing my own oil changes, I've NEVER done such a thing and have never had any problems in not doing so. For my '08 F250 PSD, I bought a Fumoto Valve so that oil changes are that much more easy! Haven't put it in yet because I'm only at 4500 miles. :-)
I flipped mine over when i changed the oil. DO NOT DO THAT!!!!! they leak then. I got a new one from the stealer. $ 4.03 for 1 . I have a pack of 5 left over from the 6.0 and didnt want to take the chance with it being different. I know I didnt pay more than 8.00 for the pack when i bought it.
__________________
2008 F-450 Lariat loaded on order 7/3/07 delivered 9/13/2007 Pueblo Gold and all the goodies except Nav radio and moonroof and Fisher 8'6" X-blade
2005
F-350 Lariat LOADED CC SRW LB 6.0 SOLD
Med. Wedgewood Blue
All Options except moon roof
8'6" Fisher X-blade SS
2003 PSD 6.0 Lariat CC SB SOLD
All options but the moon roof
65,000 miles on mine and I have on my 3rd gasket. After 4-5 oil changes they start to leak. Checked the torque on the plug and found it to be correct but it still leaks.
I went to my local dealer where the parts guy knows me. I picked up a new drain bolt with copper washer for $4.00. It is now on-hand in case of a bad day.
I flipped mine over when i changed the oil. DO NOT DO THAT!!!!! they leak then. I got a new one from the stealer. $ 4.03 for 1 . I have a pack of 5 left over from the 6.0 and didnt want to take the chance with it being different. I know I didnt pay more than 8.00 for the pack when i bought it.
My drain plug leaked even with a new gasket (copper washer).
I will install the Fumoto ASAP.
__________________
2003, F250, Super Duty, Super Cab, 7.3, Auto, 4X4 Silver, 2" lift in front only, 46 gal fuel tank, Billet Grill, 285X75X16 BFG MT, Bilsteins, Firestone Air Rear, B&W Gooseneck, We call it the "Silver Knocker"
AutoForums.com is the premier network of enthusiast-owned
enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
We operate more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share
experiences and opinions as a community.
Linear Mode
