Crush washers OEM vs Belmetric or other - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

radroach · 07-15-2017, 10:53 AM

Going to do trans and diff fluid service, looked up the parts numbers on Toyota / Subaru dealership websites and they want $12 shipping for a $1 washer.

I'm hearing I could try a Belmetric washer and save money?

From: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...58#post2386658

Quote:

Originally Posted by PWBRZ

Transmission
2 flat washers - 24mm OD x 18mm ID x 2mm (drain and fill are same size)
Belmetric: GA18X24T

Differential
2 crush washers - 24mm OD x 18mm ID x 2mm (drain and fill are same size)
Belmetric: GCA18X24

The stock washers I took off the transmission were virtually identical to the Belmetric GA18X24T.
The stock washers from the differential were similar to Belmetric GCA18X24 but not copper. To be honest, if you wanted to you could even use the same ones used for the transmission. Just make sure to use a torque wrench to get proper torque to 'crush' the washers.

Yes? How well would these hold up. Spending $2.20 vs $25 at dealership.

Spuds · 07-15-2017, 11:59 AM

You could go to the dealership parts counter and buy it in person. If it's a ways away, I'd suggest calling ahead to make sure they have it.

radroach · 07-15-2017, 04:41 PM

@Spuds the Subaru dealership parts counter barely had a clue. When he started looking up parts for an AWD vehicle I had to stop calling there.

dutchman1 · 07-15-2017, 06:39 PM

Dowty rings.

I use these things on everything. They're designed for hydraulic fittings and will hold upwards of 10,000 psi, but seal well at low/no pressure too.

https://www.amazon.com/Swordfish-319...ds=dowty+rings

Ernest72 · 07-16-2017, 02:39 PM

Just go to advanced auto or auto zone and get washers for the size bolt - used them for years - no leaks, no issues.

radroach · 07-16-2017, 04:47 PM

@Ernest72 last time I checked my local autozone didn't have any crush washers.

Ernest72 · 07-24-2017, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by radroach

@Ernest72 last time I checked my local autozone didn't have any crush washers.

No they just have washers - these washers are slightly softer metal and can deform making a good seal upon tightening. When you change them out you will see a little ring around the washer. Thats why you don't reuse them. Seriously no issues on multiple cars for years.

Chronology · 07-24-2017, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dutchman1

Dowty rings.

I use these things on everything. They're designed for hydraulic fittings and will hold upwards of 10,000 psi, but seal well at low/no pressure too.

https://www.amazon.com/Swordfish-319...ds=dowty+rings

This! 100%.

ryoma · 07-24-2017, 08:42 PM

I buy all my crush washers from Belmetric. I am not spending $10 for a transmission/diff washer from the dealership lol. it helps to buy in bulk (like 10+) so you don't get screwed over from shipping

radroach · 07-25-2017, 09:47 AM

Here's the transmission and differential fill and drain crush washers GCA18X24 , GA1824T , I received from Belmetric for $2.50 w/ $8 flat rate shipping.

four-mat · 07-29-2017, 01:56 PM

I'll be returning my $39 set of washers I got from Toyota then

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Kayysonie · 07-31-2017, 09:28 AM

If this is your first time doing diff and tranny, you can reuse the OE washers. just give it a littler tighter than the torque spec.

Next time (2nd time changing fluids) just get new washers. Find the part number, give it to a local dealer and have them hunt it. If they say they cant find it call their manager and tell them they suck.

zc06_kisstherain · 07-31-2017, 09:45 AM

SU003-03626 for the transmission drain and fill washer gasket is the same exact size as hondas transmission drain plug and it costs 2.27 instead of 11 bucks.
save some money. hondas part number is 90471-px4-000

four-mat · 08-03-2017, 09:02 PM

I bought the over priced washers for the trans and differential. I also bought one dimple magnetic plug for trans or diff. Is it suggested to have one plug per. Drain plug or also one per fill plug?

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07-15-2017, 04:41 PM	#3
radroach Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Drives: car Location: usa Posts: 2,162 Thanks: 1,028 Thanked 867 Times in 530 Posts Mentioned: 35 Post(s)	@Spuds the Subaru dealership parts counter barely had a clue. When he started looking up parts for an AWD vehicle I had to stop calling there. Last edited by radroach; 07-15-2017 at 05:54 PM.

07-15-2017, 06:39 PM	#4
dutchman1 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Drives: 2017 86 6-Speed Location: Seattle Posts: 138 Thanks: 35 Thanked 74 Times in 36 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	Dowty rings. I use these things on everything. They're designed for hydraulic fittings and will hold upwards of 10,000 psi, but seal well at low/no pressure too. https://www.amazon.com/Swordfish-319...ds=dowty+rings __________________ 2017 86 set up for CS STX autocross

07-24-2017, 08:42 PM	#9
ryoma Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Drives: 2015 Subaru BRZ Limited CWP Location: SoCal Posts: 1,561 Thanks: 34 Thanked 669 Times in 469 Posts Mentioned: 13 Post(s)	I buy all my crush washers from Belmetric. I am not spending $10 for a transmission/diff washer from the dealership lol. it helps to buy in bulk (like 10+) so you don't get screwed over from shipping __________________ My 2015 CWP BRZ Build

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four-mat Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Drives: 2014 Subaru BRZ Location: USA Posts: 9 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I'll be returning my $39 set of washers I got from Toyota then Sent from my LG-H918 using Tapatalk

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Kayysonie Badass Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: 2014 SWP BRZ Limited Location: Near Detroit Zoo Posts: 342 Thanks: 60 Thanked 68 Times in 48 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s)	If this is your first time doing diff and tranny, you can reuse the OE washers. just give it a littler tighter than the torque spec. Next time (2nd time changing fluids) just get new washers. Find the part number, give it to a local dealer and have them hunt it. If they say they cant find it call their manager and tell them they suck.

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four-mat Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Drives: 2014 Subaru BRZ Location: USA Posts: 9 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I bought the over priced washers for the trans and differential. I also bought one dimple magnetic plug for trans or diff. Is it suggested to have one plug per. Drain plug or also one per fill plug? Sent from my LG-H918 using Tapatalk

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