{"product_id":"vibrant-017-o-ring-for-oil-flanges","title":"Vibrant -017 O-Ring for Oil Flanges","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003e37009\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 690092186135\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibrant -017 O-Ring for BMW Oil Drain Flanges 1982-2008\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vibrant 37009 -017 O-Ring serves as a direct replacement for oil drain flanges on BMW models from 1982 to 2008 including 3 Series E30 E36 E46 5 Series E34 E39 and Z3. Made from Viton fluorocarbon it delivers a tight seal that withstands engine oil heat up to 400°F and prevents leaks during high-performance operation. 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