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Just did my first oil change and drain plug i bought from rock auto didn't look the same but worked. Also my 21 outer banks had metal skid plates but 26 60th Anniversary has plastic skid plates!

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No reason to actually replace those every time. Just inspect it and reuse unless it looks damaged or degraded.
 
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No reason to actually replace those every time. Just inspect it and reuse unless it looks damaged or degraded.
Thanks ill keep that in mind for next time.
 

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I wish they made one for the 2.3
 

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Just did my first oil change and drain plug i bought from rock auto didn't look the same but worked. Also my 21 outer banks had metal skid plates but 26 60th Anniversary has plastic skid plates!

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I rarely have satisfactory results with Dorman auto parts. Just saying, everything from hydraulic clutch assemblies and door latches was a fail.
 

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I have had the Dorman on mine for 5 years and running, it has been great with no leaks. I also put one on my 25 f-150 on the first oil change. I have sold many of these and have never had a customer come back and complain!
 

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Dorman products are great. As with any replacement part, a lot of times people do not replace the related parts along with the main part. Old related parts will put extra stress on the new part and cause premature failure regardless of the brand name.
 

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make sure you double check for leaks.. I had the same Dorman plug and it leaked so bad. i put the OEM back in and no leaks.
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