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clg_98ta · 02-15-2012, 05:11 PM

Thanks OP... just ordered one

POWERFREAK · 02-15-2012, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by MustangKiller

Sorry for the wait Powerfreak take a look and see for your self http://www.drainplugmagnets.com/

thanks, but doesnt answer my question though (their website is kinda....errr sucky)....did you buy one and is it the same length as stock?

MustangKiller · 02-15-2012, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by POWERFREAK

thanks, but doesnt answer my question though (their website is kinda....errr sucky)....did you buy one and is it the same length as stock?

I have one coming yes and in reguards too the site i think goldplugs is worse but what do you want a junk plug and a fancy web site or a nice plug and a decent website i cant see how u can say dimples site is junky but too each is own. Ill try an post a pick of it when i get it bit i can bet u its nicer and stronger and nickle plated.

NavyDood · 02-15-2012, 11:37 PM

They are not needed and are nothing more than a "makes ya feel all warm and fuzzy" inside item.

MustangKiller · 02-16-2012, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by NavyDood

They are not needed and are nothing more than a "makes ya feel all warm and fuzzy" inside item.

Would love too see your proof of that statement!!!

POWERFREAK · 02-16-2012, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by MustangKiller

I have one coming yes and in reguards too the site i think goldplugs is worse but what do you want a junk plug and a fancy web site or a nice plug and a decent website i cant see how u can say dimples site is junky but too each is own. Ill try an post a pick of it when i get it bit i can bet u its nicer and stronger and nickle plated.

for $35 I would hope it's nicer

Russell James · 02-16-2012, 09:14 AM

Mostly not needed, as the engine oil is 100% filtered before heading to the bearings and the rest of the pressurized side of the oil system...

But the unpressurized side, is not fine filtered, only by the pickup screen.

So, the magnet helps keep tiny metallic bits out of the pump, and more importantly the pressure relief valve (both pre filter) . You don't want that bugger sticking. Mine all get a magnet plug on day 1.

PAUL SS · 02-16-2012, 11:02 AM

I let my oil filter remove all that junk. Anything left over from machining the block and heads won't stick to a magnetbecause it is ALUMINUM.

MustangKiller · 02-16-2012, 09:33 PM

Well it came in the mail and i must say the packaging was more then i expected. Very well packaged and represented. I will post pics of the contents in my profile as i have a droid cell and do not currently have a computer i was a nice boy and gave my other half my 3,000.00 MacBook Pro

el ess A · 02-17-2012, 04:48 AM

Where do some people come up with this stuff? Aluminum bits in the engine isn't the worry. It's iron/steel wear particles over time. Magnetic plugs cannot hurt. That little crud on the magnet stays out of your pump and filter, so that's less wear and gook clogging up the system. Plus you see it EVERY time you change oil. GM used to put them in all automatic transmission oil pans as well.

LS1 engines had them in previous Camaros. Unfortunately, saving a buck was more in the General's interest. You can get a mag plug from any earlier LS1 engine that has one and it'll fit.

I went and got some new GM ones for the truck and the 5th gen from an LS1 application. Dirt cheap, and no more of a problem to swap out than switching plugs.

MustangKiller · 02-17-2012, 06:55 AM

The magnet is strong enough too pick up a 1/2 breaker bar 1"1/2 openend ill try and see how much weight it will lift max before i put it in tonight.

DoubleARS · 02-19-2012, 05:15 PM

I just changed my oil last week when I installed my intake. I only drove it long enough to verify that it was still running after my install. Since then, it has been on my left as I have been installing headers and cat-back. While under the car, I notice oil under the plug. I tightened it to 18 ft-lbs originally. After seeing this, I bumped it to 20. Has anyone else had this problem?

mexiken · 03-19-2012, 09:57 PM

So, what was the verdict in this thread????

FLYNNZL1 · 03-20-2012, 12:19 AM

I have had one on since day one, and I am at 45,000 miles, no leaks and that's with 7 oil changes

. It does pick up alittle bit of stuff every oil change. Our Differential plugs have stock magnets on them, GM must see a benefit there.

02-15-2012, 05:11 PM	#29
clg_98ta Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,698 View My Garage	Thanks OP... just ordered one __________________ Black 2SS ordered 1/4/2010, received 2/19/2010

02-16-2012, 11:02 AM	#36
PAUL SS The Mark of Excellence Drives: 2010 ABM 1SS RS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Smallest State in the Union Posts: 8,688 View My Garage	I let my oil filter remove all that junk. Anything left over from machining the block and heads won't stick to a magnetbecause it is ALUMINUM. __________________ BMR, CAI, DynoMax, Elite Eng., Hurst, Jannetty, Clear Image Headers & Hi Flow cats, Jet Hot, LSR, TSW, VMax, Vredestein

02-17-2012, 04:48 AM	#38
el ess A Older Than Dirt Drives: 2010 & 2013 Camaros Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Aiken, SC Posts: 4,684	Where do some people come up with this stuff? Aluminum bits in the engine isn't the worry. It's iron/steel wear particles over time. Magnetic plugs cannot hurt. That little crud on the magnet stays out of your pump and filter, so that's less wear and gook clogging up the system. Plus you see it EVERY time you change oil. GM used to put them in all automatic transmission oil pans as well. LS1 engines had them in previous Camaros. Unfortunately, saving a buck was more in the General's interest. You can get a mag plug from any earlier LS1 engine that has one and it'll fit. I went and got some new GM ones for the truck and the 5th gen from an LS1 application. Dirt cheap, and no more of a problem to swap out than switching plugs. __________________ 2010 2SS TE, 1 of 822/2013 Camaro ZL1 vert, 1 of 54

02-19-2012, 05:15 PM	#40
DoubleARS Drives: 2010 Dodge Challenger Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Arkansas Posts: 124 View My Garage	Anyone's Plug Leaking? I just changed my oil last week when I installed my intake. I only drove it long enough to verify that it was still running after my install. Since then, it has been on my left as I have been installing headers and cat-back. While under the car, I notice oil under the plug. I tightened it to 18 ft-lbs originally. After seeing this, I bumped it to 20. Has anyone else had this problem? Attached Images

03-19-2012, 09:57 PM	#41
mexiken Drives: Sofia: 2012 Chevy Camaro 2SS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 409 View My Garage	So, what was the verdict in this thread???? __________________ Interior: 2-tone gray interior, Blue Dome and trunk lights, L.A. Dodgers floor mats (to come: footwell lighting) Exterior: Sunroof, custom painted gray stripes, vinyl Bowtie emblem decals, Holographic Transformer decals, white license plate LED lights Sounds: Stock highs, Alpine MRX-M100 amp mated to a 12" JL Audio W3 in a ****** Stealth enclosure Engine/Performance**: Hurst Short Throw Shifter, Rx Catch Can painted IBM, (to come: JacFab CAI, muffler delete/Flowmasters)

02-15-2012, 11:37 PM	#32
NavyDood Retired Navy Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NW of DFW Posts: 915	They are not needed and are nothing more than a "makes ya feel all warm and fuzzy" inside item.

02-16-2012, 09:14 AM	#35
Russell James Drives: '15 SS 1LE, '69 Z28 drag car Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mich Posts: 4,482	Mostly not needed, as the engine oil is 100% filtered before heading to the bearings and the rest of the pressurized side of the oil system... But the unpressurized side, is not fine filtered, only by the pickup screen. So, the magnet helps keep tiny metallic bits out of the pump, and more importantly the pressure relief valve (both pre filter) . You don't want that bugger sticking. Mine all get a magnet plug on day 1.

02-16-2012, 09:33 PM	#37
MustangKiller Drives: 2013 2ss/rs A6 yellow !!!!! Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Woodbine Maryland Posts: 659	Well it came in the mail and i must say the packaging was more then i expected. Very well packaged and represented. I will post pics of the contents in my profile as i have a droid cell and do not currently have a computer i was a nice boy and gave my other half my 3,000.00 MacBook Pro

02-17-2012, 06:55 AM	#39
MustangKiller Drives: 2013 2ss/rs A6 yellow !!!!! Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Woodbine Maryland Posts: 659	The magnet is strong enough too pick up a 1/2 breaker bar 1"1/2 openend ill try and see how much weight it will lift max before i put it in tonight.

03-20-2012, 12:19 AM	#42
FLYNNZL1 Account Suspended Drives: Man Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Usa Posts: 3,175 View My Garage	I have had one on since day one, and I am at 45,000 miles, no leaks and that's with 7 oil changes . It does pick up alittle bit of stuff every oil change. Our Differential plugs have stock magnets on them, GM must see a benefit there.

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