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      06-24-2016, 04:39 PM   #32
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Drives: 2011 E93 M3
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I've seen half a dozen stripped drain plugs on these engines, never had one I couldn't Time-Sert. (Heli-coil is a different story- only try to use Time-Sert)

The thread repairs are permanent if done correctly, which isn't difficult. I've never had one come back leaking or pulled.
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