Where can i get a drain plug...other than going to Volvo Dealership...theres not a volvo dealership anywhere around here. how much are they?

 

FCP Groton has them for $2.50 ($3.99 for magnetic plugs).

 

Get a magnetic plug and order 10 washers while your at it.

 

NAPA, Oreilly, Carquest, Autozone, pepboys, Partsplus or that guys car down the block! That is if you want it today.
If you can find a M18 X 1.50 that's magnetic all the better.
Type : Standard Thread Size : M18-1.50 Under-Head Length : 18mm Head Size : 17mm Head Style : Hex Brand : DormanPart # 090-167

 

i went to autozone yesterday...they said they dont carry em at all...i just assumed napa, advanced, and oreilys would be the same

 

If they don't have it in stock, they should be able to get it to you by the next day.

 

You could call around or search on line. Most stores carry Dorman brand parts in their "Help" sections and that is a good part number. If not on hand you can give them the M18 - 1.50 spec and ask if they have a magnetic and if they can take a look.Problem with a drain plug is if you get someone lazy or a little slow it might not come up in the computer because they don't have an exact match listed but there is one there that would be perfectly good in your pan! But then again all you need is one that fits and doesn't leak.
Most of the web sites allow you to check "your" store for stock and usually even let you know the closest store if yours is out. Auto parts stores stock a lot of common stuff but from one company to another and even one store in a company to another there are stocking differences. If there are Volvo people who happen to buy at "Acme" parts often then usually that stores stock gets adjusted if someone at the counter or the manager is reporting the lost sales.
Or you can order on line.

 

i live in a town of v8s and diesel trucks...online is gonna be my best bet