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      01-27-2018, 07:48 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by rantarM3 View Post
The front sump should be ok, right? Next oil change I’ll measure the recess for the rear sump drain plug and try to figure out whether these would protrude beyond the reinforcement plate. Maybe adding a small cover that attaches to the reinforcement plate would provide sufficient protection, assuming the installed drain valve does not stick out beyond the reinforcement plate.
I looked into these last year. One additional issue is the recess where the drain plugs go. This is why the drain plugs require an Allen Key rather than a straight hex nut. (As an example the ECS magnetic drain plugs won't work.)

The E9X M3 has been out for 10 years now. Many mechanically savvy people have considered using these valves, but are hesitant for good reason.

The aircraft field also has some options for quick drain valves, but I could not find a system that would work.
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