Gold Plug

fl335i · 09-10-2011, 04:20 PM

Great place to get magnetic drain plugs for many applications. I've run their plugs in approx 6 vehicles over a few years with no issues. These guys rock, very strong magnet. Not the cheap stuff you find in the local parts store.

http://www.goldplug.com/

Elliott@DetailAddict · 09-15-2011, 03:57 PM

Thanks for the link!

Elliott@DetailAddict · 01-24-2012, 12:06 PM

Just ordered one. About to do my intermediate oil change. Excited to see what it may pick up.

RupertPupkin · 01-24-2012, 05:58 PM

I have an N52. The big claim to fame is how much Magnesium/Aluminum was used in it.

What internal components of the N52 are ferrous? Obviously the majority of my engine wont be attracted to a magnet, but is the crank steel? Bearings, camshafts etc?

Anyone know which parts are not aluminum/ magnesium?

Grant. Post pics of the actual piece you get. The ECS ones are notorious for coming apart.

Elliott@DetailAddict · 01-24-2012, 07:45 PM

Will do!

fl335i · 01-25-2012, 08:37 AM

I got gold plugs for my Lincoln Daily Driver. It pulled quite a bit on the first change. Trans plug goes in @ 60k service.

Elliott@DetailAddict · 01-31-2012, 02:00 PM

Look very solid and the magnet seems strong.
Ordered a set for my old VW DD as well.

FYI: 2 washers on the bolt since I ordered a spare with it

RupertPupkin · 01-31-2012, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Grant@DetailAddict

Look very solid and the magnet seems strong.
Ordered a set for my old VW DD as well.

FYI: 2 washers on the bolt since I ordered a spare with it

Thanks for the photos. It looks like high quality. Does it look like the magnet is able to fall out like the ECS ones?

Elliott@DetailAddict · 01-31-2012, 07:14 PM

No that bad boy is pretty damn solid.
Did your ECS one fall out INTO the oil pan?!

09-10-2011, 04:20 PM	#1
fl335i Captain 146 Rep 942 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: FL iTrader: (2)	Gold Plug Great place to get magnetic drain plugs for many applications. I've run their plugs in approx 6 vehicles over a few years with no issues. These guys rock, very strong magnet. Not the cheap stuff you find in the local parts store. http://www.goldplug.com/ __________________ '07 335i Sedan, base pkg, 6spd Manual, Procede 3 V5 w/NLS, Macht Schnell Downpipes, 18" Staggered 313's w/Conti DWS's, OS Giken TCD LSD, VAC Street Diff Cover, Dinan Oil Cooler, Dinan Intercooler, Akebono Euro Pads, CDV Removed, Black BMW Grilles, Interior & Exterior white LED lighting, LUX Angel Eyes, Debadged, Blend V1 mount, Llumar ATR Tint.
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09-15-2011, 03:57 PM	#2
Elliott@DetailAddict Brigadier General 300 Rep 4,444 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Santa Clara, CA iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the link!
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01-24-2012, 12:06 PM	#3
Elliott@DetailAddict Brigadier General 300 Rep 4,444 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Santa Clara, CA iTrader: (0)	Just ordered one. About to do my intermediate oil change. Excited to see what it may pick up.
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01-24-2012, 05:58 PM	#4
RupertPupkin Major 92 Rep 1,456 Posts Drives: Freak Beast Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: East iTrader: (5)	I have an N52. The big claim to fame is how much Magnesium/Aluminum was used in it. What internal components of the N52 are ferrous? Obviously the majority of my engine wont be attracted to a magnet, but is the crank steel? Bearings, camshafts etc? Anyone know which parts are not aluminum/ magnesium? Grant. Post pics of the actual piece you get. The ECS ones are notorious for coming apart.
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Elliott@DetailAddict Brigadier General 300 Rep 4,444 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Santa Clara, CA iTrader: (0)	Will do!
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01-25-2012, 08:37 AM	#6
fl335i Captain 146 Rep 942 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: FL iTrader: (2)	I got gold plugs for my Lincoln Daily Driver. It pulled quite a bit on the first change. Trans plug goes in @ 60k service. __________________ '07 335i Sedan, base pkg, 6spd Manual, Procede 3 V5 w/NLS, Macht Schnell Downpipes, 18" Staggered 313's w/Conti DWS's, OS Giken TCD LSD, VAC Street Diff Cover, Dinan Oil Cooler, Dinan Intercooler, Akebono Euro Pads, CDV Removed, Black BMW Grilles, Interior & Exterior white LED lighting, LUX Angel Eyes, Debadged, Blend V1 mount, Llumar ATR Tint.
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Elliott@DetailAddict Brigadier General 300 Rep 4,444 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Santa Clara, CA iTrader: (0)	Look very solid and the magnet seems strong. Ordered a set for my old VW DD as well. FYI: 2 washers on the bolt since I ordered a spare with it Attached Images
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01-31-2012, 07:14 PM	#9
Elliott@DetailAddict Brigadier General 300 Rep 4,444 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Santa Clara, CA iTrader: (0)	No that bad boy is pretty damn solid. Did your ECS one fall out INTO the oil pan?!
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