1. Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs.

Magnetic Drain Plug for Your Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Benggolf, Sep 9, 2009.

  1. Benggolf

    Benggolf Member

    Joined:
    Aug 1, 2009
    297
    53
    2
    Location:
    Richmond, BC, Canada
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    N/A
    [​IMG] Magnetic Drain Plugs - Additional Insurance for Your Engine

    I first encountered magnetic drain plugs when I changed oil on my BMW R69S motorcycle back in the late 60s. It was very effective in removing metal particles circulating in the crankcase.

    For the past 15 years, I have replacing the OEM drain plugs with magnetic one and have never had any issues related to oil/lubrication.

    Allow me to share the info with you guys. This is not in any way soliciting business or spam!

    -------------------

    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Magnetic Drain Plugs were pioneered by Lisle Corporation in the 1930's. Lisle MAGNETIC PLUGS are similar to standard pipe or straight thread drain plugs with one important difference – a permanent magnet is fastened to the plug body. This magnet attracts and holds abrasive, ferrous metal particles preventing their circulation through the lubrication or hydraulic system.[/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]These abrasive, ferrous metal particles appear in lubricating or hydraulic systems as a result of the following conditions: [/FONT]

    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- The constant flaking effect of normal wear of moving parts. [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Particles not removed by flushing operations after boring or machining. [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Chipping due to sub-surface casting flaws. [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Minute component breakdown caused by stress usage. [/FONT]

    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Usually a combination of factors accounts for the presence of these particles that cause excessive wear to vital components unless they are removed. By holding these particles, Lisle MAGNETIC DRAIN PLUGS prevent excessive wear to the system's components. [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]World War II proved the worth of MAGNETIC DRAIN PLUGS. Lisle MAGNETIC PLUGS helped protect American Jeeps, tanks, trucks, aircraft and other wartime equipment in rugged operating conditions around the globe. [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Lisle manufactures MAGNETIC PLUGS in a wide variety and range of sizes, magnet types, and body styles.[/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Standard Lisle MAGNETIC PLUGS (many of them stock items) are shown in this catalog. In addition to these standard parts, Lisle engineers will design MAGNETIC ASSEMBLIES to meet specific applications that may not be covered by a standard part. [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Today, Lisle MAGNETIC PLUGS are used by numerous manufacturers of gear boxes, transmissions, engines, and hydraulic systems for the automotive, aircraft, agricultural and machinery industries. Typical applications include:[/FONT]

    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Outboard Engines [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Earthmoving Equipment [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Combines [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Balers [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Crawler Tractors [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Lift Trucks [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Mining Equipment [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Military Vehicles [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Turbine Engines [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Truck Axles [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Heavy-Duty Transmissions [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Diesel Engines [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Trans-Axles [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Motor Cycle Transmissions and Engines [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Lawnmower - Tiller - Garden Tractor Engines [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Compressors [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Hydraulic Systems [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Oil Well Equipment [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Speed Reducers and Gear Boxes [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Pumps [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Hoists and Cranes [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Printing Presses [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Drilling Equipment [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Farm Tractors [/FONT]
    [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]- Recreational Vehicles - Snowmobiles - All Terrain Vehicles.[/FONT]
     
    #1 Benggolf, Sep 9, 2009
  2. Benggolf

    Benggolf Member

    Joined:
    Aug 1, 2009
    297
    53
    2
    Location:
    Richmond, BC, Canada
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    N/A
    I will be replacing the OEM drain plug with one of these. ;)

    [​IMG]

    Part numbers ending with "M" have a Ceramic magnet
    Part numbers ending with "SM" have a Neodymium magnet​


    You can order from C.G. Enterprices
    Honda magnetic oil drain plugs

    Part Number - #1040SM (Magnetic Drain Plug)
    #2403 (Gasket)
    ​
    __________________
     
    #2 Benggolf, Sep 9, 2009
  3. antiflash

    antiflash New Member

    Joined:
    Aug 9, 2009
    93
    47
    0
    Location:
    Port Hueneme, CA
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    III
    Thanks for the info! I'll definitely pick one of these up before my first oil change :)
     
    #3 antiflash, Sep 13, 2009
  4. patsparks

    patsparks An Aussie perspective

    Joined:
    Jul 12, 2007
    10,664
    567
    0
    Location:
    Adelaide South Australia
    Vehicle:
    2004 Prius
    Model:
    N/A
    Work well especially if you have compressed air to clean the metal off with.
    I don't know if it will catch what the filter doesn't but it can't hurt.
    I wonder if one of our members who test their oil regularly would care to check one out and see if it makes a difference to the oil analysis?
     
    #4 patsparks, Sep 13, 2009
  5. rickkop

    rickkop New Member

    Joined:
    Feb 28, 2009
    93
    16
    0
    Location:
    Syracuse, New York
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    V
    You may want to consider one of these.
    FilterMAG: Magnetic Oil Filters finish the Job Your Filter Started.


     
    #5 rickkop, Sep 13, 2009
  6. Benggolf

    Benggolf Member

    Joined:
    Aug 1, 2009
    297
    53
    2
    Location:
    Richmond, BC, Canada
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    N/A
    All you have to do is use a a clean rag with some solvent; then wipe dry.

    You will be surprised with the amount of metallic particles you get the first time you change oil with the magnetic drain plug. :)
     
    #6 Benggolf, Sep 13, 2009
  7. hotbrass

    hotbrass New Member

    Joined:
    Sep 3, 2009
    312
    34
    0
    Location:
    Cowtown
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    IV
    you can also put a Neodymium magnet on the outside end of the drain plug. it will work just as well.
     
    #7 hotbrass, Sep 14, 2009
  8. a64pilot

    a64pilot Active Member

    Joined:
    Aug 3, 2008
    771
    62
    0
    Location:
    Albany Ga.
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    III
    Normally I would agree. I have seen the inside of several oil filter covers. (with aircraft you cut the filter apart and inspect the filtering media at every oil change), and have seen metal stuck to the housing from a filter mag, but I don't think you can get a filter mag to stick to the plastic oil filter housing like on a Prius. They are intended to be stuck to the steel case of a normal spin on oil filter, I believe.
     
    #8 a64pilot, Sep 14, 2009
  9. hotbrass

    hotbrass New Member

    Joined:
    Sep 3, 2009
    312
    34
    0
    Location:
    Cowtown
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    IV
    The purpose of the filter is to catch dirt and metal. I doubt that putting magnets on it will make a difference as they will be caught by the filter anyway.

    Now in the crank case there is metal that settles and never flows through the filter and of course a magnet would reduce the amount of particles flowing in the sump. But better than a magnet on the plug would be a large surface area magnet on the pan itself to collect all the small pariticles. You would really never have to remove them since they will be stuck to the pan.
     
    #9 hotbrass, Sep 14, 2009
  10. a64pilot

    a64pilot Active Member

    Joined:
    Aug 3, 2008
    771
    62
    0
    Location:
    Albany Ga.
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    III
    Only thing I can say is try it, you'll see. I too thought they were snake oil until I saw it. Granted they collect metal on the outside of the filter and this is just BEFORE the oil is filtered, so maybe the filter would catch it. It's SUPER fine metal, feels like grease. The other valid argument is maybe the wear particles are so fine that they won't hurt anything
     
    #10 a64pilot, Sep 15, 2009
(You must log in or sign up to post here.)