Gaskets for Fill/Vent Plugs

[gregmsr]

For a 1989 Force 125, where can I get these gaskets for the LU plugs?
I have been using the small blue ones but don't like them. ( They are supposed to be the correct gaskets but they really get flattened when tightened). Yes, I change them every time I change LU lube. I was a little concerned with the look of the lube last fall and want to be certain I have a good seal. And to rule out the possibility of leakage at the plugs.
Where can the best gaskets be found?

 

[john from md]

Re: Gaskets for Fill/Vent Plugs

I can't tell you where to get the large plastic washers but I can tell you what I use. I have been using teflon tape on my engine as long as I have had it and my lower doesn't get water in it. The first year I did this, I checked for water every week as it was an experiment. Since then, I change the oil every season, clean off the old tape and add new tape.

Regards,

John

 

[JB]

Re: Gaskets for Fill/Vent Plugs

You are using the correct gaskets and procedure already, Greg. They are supposed to crush when tightened and not be reused.

 

[gregmsr]

Re: Gaskets for Fill/Vent Plugs

JB, yes I agree but they fit loosely around the plug and tend to "sqwish" out unevenly when tightened leaving one to think your not getting a good seal. Maybe I'll try two on each plug........who knows.

 

[Dave K.]

Re: Gaskets for Fill/Vent Plugs

Well at least you're using the correct screws too. I just found out that I've been draining & refilling my 85hp from the "pivot pin" screw. For three years now! WOW, am I lucky or what. I didn't even know the drain plug is directly underneath the LU & kept asking the tech why he was giving me three washers & not two plus a smaller one. This local shop gave me two blue's & a smaller one one time so I figured I was doing this Right the past few years.

LOL real loud if you want