stuck drain plug on transfercase

[seano11]

Hey I was wondering what size square end ratchet fits in this drain plug its bigger then a 1/2 but I think smaller then a 3/4 i anyone have any idea what size it would be and where I could get one as all the tool stores are kinda clueless

 

[Westech]

its 1/2 or 3/4... I have seen both sizes. If its all messed up your going to have to make your own bit. thats all you got bro

 

[197thhhc]

Worst case, get a section of 1" bar stock and start grinding it down on one end until it fits snug.

 

[Csm Davis]

The BII tool list should have a piece of stock listed that fits it to be used with the 12 inch adjustable wrench, but I believe it is 1/2 or 3/4 .

 

[jasonjc]

The BII tool list should have a piece of stock listed that fits it to be used with the 12 inch adjustable wrench, but I believe it is 1/2 or 3/4 .

The TM say 1/2". It seems to me that 9/16" has been talked about on here. I think snap-on and some other make square sockets for drain plugs. They may fit better than a wrench.

 

[Csm Davis]

You can buy key stock in different sizes I think that's all this is in my toolbag.

 

[73m819]

9/16, square, this is straight from the tape, 1/2 will strip and spin in the plug, ask me how I know this, I made a plug tool, fits tight, a big crescent gets it.

 

[feldmarshal]

Yes there is a socket rack of several square head sockets , mine are from matco tools. Another option is to get a large allen rench and use a dial indicator and grind it down to size. Use a cheater pipe on the long end to break it loose. Put a little PB Blaster on it and let soak, Good luck.

 

[Beerslayer]

Worst case, get a section of 1" bar stock and start grinding it down on one end until it fits snug.

Exactly what he ^^ said.

You can just grind down a larger tool to fit. Smack the plug a sharp blow with a hammer before you start, to get it's attention, and spin it right out.

 

[seano11]

built one using 3/4 hex head allen key I just grinded it square till it fit worked awesome thanks guys

 

[groundog]

my axle fill plugs were stripped out----welded a bolt to the plug---came right out---installed new plugs

 

[autoshopteacher]

We have encountered similar issues with smaller trucks in my shop. Ensure the hole is clean to the bottom then get a torx bit larger than the stripped hole. Grind the bit flat on the end and drive it firmly into the plug. Many times this works. When that fails get a socket extension closest to the right size, grind the end flat, ensuring you can get it all the way to the bottom and weld the extension in the plug. Breaker bar and appropriate leverage enhancement. Good luck.