Trans Drain plug removal

[F18hornetM]

Installing the PTO on our duece and went to drain the transmission and this is what I found. Seems like somebody else tried to get the plug out and striped out inside and then used a chisel on it. So I welded a bolt in it and turned right out, still was tight but at least came out. Ive used this trick on other equipment for years, even broke off bolts. Just thought somebody else might be able to use the idea. The combination of a good turning surface and heat usually works great. Pics aren't that great, taken with cell phone.

 

[Warthog]

Great solution. Thanks for sharing.

 

[M35A2-AZ]

Looks like it worked, that is the main thing. Thanks for posting!

 

[Flyingvan911]

Glad it came out easy. I put a drop or two of gear lube on the threads and snug it down a little so it comes out easy next time.

 

[hndrsonj]

Good idea, where did you find a replacement plug? (I have one that's a bit rounded)

 

[spicergear]

The heat from the weld helps GREATLY with that! Nice move!

 

[armytruck63]

Good idea, where did you find a replacement plug? (I have one that's a bit rounded)

A regular plumbing-type pipe thread plug of the correct size from a hardware store will work. If you use a brass plug, it will be easier to remove at the next oil change. Just don't reef down on the plug and strip it.

It is also acceptable to use pipe thread tape on a drain plug.

 

[SMOKEWAGON66]

hmm...i never would of thought of that.....good idea! thanks.

 

[steelandcanvas]

It is also acceptable to use pipe thread tape on a drain plug.

I always throw a little teflon tape on the plugs before replacing them, they seem to back out much nicer.

 

[F18hornetM]

oh yeah a little teflon tape on a new plug will help come out next time and help seal as well. These things dont really need to be that tight. Snug is good.