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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 06:51 PM
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Block plugs...Hex head?
what size please?

wd-40 to loosen them up?

torque specs?

like always, thanks
 
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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 07:05 PM
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Block plugs 5/16 allen or 8mm allen head socket, in the tech folders under coolent flush
 
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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 08:47 PM
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Not sure what size...mine took the air chisel to get off and now they have a short bolt welded into them
 
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Old Jun 19, 2013 | 04:46 AM
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Why not get the valve and replace it? The part number is (grrrrrr) Can't find it.
It's made by Fumoto and here is a link FUMOTO ENGINEERING

Sean
 
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X2 on the fumoto valve! Money well spent.
 
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going to button it up, add some water, and call AAA to take me to for trucks for a cooler. what else should i add while in there?
 
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