Counterfeit Oil Filters

[GoldOxide_imp]

I used my last D01 in March. I would not hesitate using D02 going forward, and would consider reasonable third party parts if need be. I don't even replace the drain plug crush washer. The most I got out of a crush washer was maybe eight oil changes before the bike changed ownership. Some of my bikes lost the crush washer, so I didn't bother replacing it. Never had an oil leak, nor a stripped oil pan bolt or mating surface. Everything hand tightened. I don't over-think things. There are other life issues that require that energy.

GASP!! You, sir, are doomed!

I re-use, but I do file them flat prior.

GASP!! You, sir, are doomed!

I re-use, but I do file them flat prior.
File them? Crap, I never considered that. I just kind'a eyeball 'em and hope they go flat when I reverse them and torque 'em down again (assuming I don't lose it before that).

In fact, I think my Africa Twin is already missing a crush washer.