Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

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Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

Post by MWalker » Sun Nov 06, 2022 4:56 pm

Does anyone know the thread count for the 3/4" crankcase plug? The fine thread for 3/4" is 16, but this is finer than that. I found the mention of a 3/4" "extra-fine" thread, which is 20 tpi. Is that what the plugs are? I need to get a tap to clean out the threads in mine.

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Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

Post by Rich Eagle » Sun Nov 06, 2022 5:06 pm

Part #3080 3/4-24 tpi. It is the same as the differential oil plug #2532
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Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

Post by MWalker » Sun Nov 06, 2022 5:27 pm

Rich -- Part number 3080 at Lang's is the plug, but the listing doesn't mention the thread count. I have plugs but need a tap the right size. If you're sure that it's 24 tpi, I'll go ahead and order one. (Edit) I now see that you've posted a chart with that info. Thanks!


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Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

Post by Original Smith » Mon Nov 07, 2022 11:07 am

24 threads is correct. Otis Clinton used to have a tap for that. I wonder if they are available?


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Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

Post by speedytinc » Mon Nov 07, 2022 11:22 am

An old boy made a rethread die out of an old drain plug. The threaded end has 5 or 6 hacksaw cuts that act as cutting edges. It does work & costs nothing but an old knackered plug.

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Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

Post by TRDxB2 » Mon Nov 07, 2022 11:40 am

Would this work for you.
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Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

Post by RajoRacer » Mon Nov 07, 2022 11:54 am

I still have that tap of Otis', Larry ! I also have a complete Stevens kit to "oversize" both c.c. and rear axle housing.


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Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

Post by MWalker » Tue Nov 08, 2022 10:00 am

Thanks for all the help. I have one on order.

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Re: Thread Count for Crankcase Plug

Post by KWTownsend » Tue Nov 08, 2022 2:28 pm

Mike-
Remember, there are a "baffles" on each side of the drain hole. You might need to use a round file or use a Driemle tool to get clearance for the tap.
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