1971 International Harvester Scout 800 Oil Drain Plug Torque & Size

The 1971 International Harvester Scout 800 oil drain plug torque is 25-30 ft-lbs, using a 5/8". Fit a new crush washer at every oil change and do not over-tighten — most modern oil pans are soft aluminum and strip easily.

How tight should the 1971 International Harvester Scout 800 oil drain plug be?

Torque it to 25-30 ft-lbs with a calibrated torque wrench, not an impact gun. Over-tightening strips the aluminum pan threads; under-tightening leaks. Always replace the crush washer.

What size is the 1971 International Harvester Scout 800 oil drain plug?

It takes a 5/8". Many import drain plugs use a hex (Allen) key rather than a socket.

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