Last weekend, I installed a brand new TT RL 53 on a Raptor.When installing the glow plug , i noted that it was not threading in easily. I am extra careful while working with the engine, as its easy to spoil the threads on the alumnium engine head.
I tried a couple of times, but since it was not fitting properly, i took it out. and noted a very thin sliver of aluminium. I removed it, and the glow plug went in properly ! .
Now, i could have possible spoiled the threads on the engine, but i do not think i exterted enough pressure to cut through the threads. I somehow think this was left behind from production ?
I have read several articles where they advise that before the first start of the engine you should wash the insides out. I have never followed , but after this incident, i think that might be sensible to do in future ?