Yeah, I still need a little more confirmation before I take on the task of changing the pan. I haven't gotten any solid info as to if I can get the pan off without doing anything other than removing the bolts. I also need to find out about the seal, and if taking the pan off is going to be more trouble than its worth. I am still open to finding a solution without doing all of this. I might try a new plug and plastic gasket first, before I do anything else.

I wonder if I get a new plug though, if the threads are messed up, will I run the risk of making the problem worse? If the threads get stripped, is it usually the threads on the plug or the threads in the pan or both?

Still dripping,

Bart