PCM GT40 drain plug

[ally606]

Does anybody know the thread size for the drain plug on the GT40 motor? I'm going to convert to a hose barb and hose so I can empty used oil through the hull in future. Much cleaner.......

[herd2243]

RE: PCM GT40 drain plug

Ally, the thing to do is invest in a Pela oil pump, it sucks all the old oil via the dipstick pipe. Saves you warming the boat, putting it on the trailer etc, plus it gets all the crap out of the bottom of the sump, plus it works for the gearbox as well.
http://www.cdet.co.uk/catalogue/pelapumps.asp
Cheers
Herd2243

[tski97]

RE: PCM GT40 drain plug

I too have a 97 sport and wanted to put a drain hose on the block. I spoke with SDIM and they said that for some reason for just the 97 you have to lift the engine put a drain hose on it. I decided to buy a pump from them and it works well. it is one like the 1400 model listed above.

[ally606]

Do you have one I can borrow???

I used a crappy small brass hand held pump to empty the oil from the Chevy engine in the last boat - took about 3years, 2 million strokes on the pump and also managed to get oil all over the carpet. Which was nice!

[herd2243]

I have the 6000, seems to do the job and clean. Ally you can borrow mine but I will need it over the next couple of weeks, as I have a few boats to service.

[ally606]

Graham, where abouts do you stay? Unless I'm on your doorstep, I may be easier if I buy one for myself.

cheers,

[herd2243]

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