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Originally Posted by Ultramaroon
It's cheaper to paint the pan with the drain plug already installed than it is to mask it, paint it, remove masking, install drain plug.
I can see where some plugs might have more paint buildup than others. Just the luck of the draw. I think I went at mine with some acetone and a rag. Don't remember exactly.
Yes, both sides of the gasket deform. Orientation doesn't matter. Be careful not to overtorque.
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Not to be pedantic but the orientation does matter... Flat side should be facing toward the plug and the rounded part towards the oil pan. I even asked the dealership about this the other day.