Pretty simple query I hope - I'm about to do an oil change on my '96 SL and having reused the sump plug washer before I want a fresh one this time, especially as I'm suspecting it has been weeping just a tiny bit recently. Can I use an easier to source item or is it a ducati-specific item?
Use a blow torch to heat it till its a dull red, the quench it in water. Basically just re-annealing it. Ive done this umpteen times on sump washers. Coz I invariably forget to buy a new one.
! That's really good of you - I wasn't trying to be tight but as I don't have a local dealer I thought It'd cost as much in postage as for the part and I don't need anything else from them right now. If there's a more common washer eg for a car then I'd drop onto a dealer. If you've a spare i'll send you my details and I'll return you one next time I get to a dealer or order parts.
It's not a genuine one though, it's the same size just a touch thicker. I bought a batch rather than pay Ducati tax. Free if it helps you out.
This is very helpful. It would be even more helpful if you mentioned the relevant dimensions, or better still posted a link to somebody who sells the batches you got.
I just buy one of those copper washer assortment boxes for about £10 that you get at bike show, eBay Toolstation and Screwfix etc. Lasts ages.
