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  1. nairb

    Geared hub drain plug removal advice

    Success with the Ridgid set. I think the vertical splines are the key to this set, it grabs really well. It also helps that it doesn't break off when extracting. I did try some Hanson multi spline extractors first but they didn't grab deep enough and ended up just widening the hole in the...
  2. nairb

    Geared hub drain plug removal advice

    I don’t have a welder so I ordered a better extractor set that was recommended in an older thread: https://www.amazon.com/RIDGID-35585-Extractor-4-inch-2-inch/dp/B000WQYJIG/ If that doesnt work I’ll get someone to weld a nut on there for me. Thanks everyone.
  3. nairb

    Geared hub drain plug removal advice

    So this morning I planned on draining my geared hubs and inspecting the locking spindle nuts. Got to the first one and the plug was already a little rounded off inside so I knew I was in for a good time. I got the torch out and heated up the plug, gave it a few taps with the hammer then tried...
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