Stripped transfer case drain plug
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Stripped transfer case drain plug
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So I got off work today, got under the truck and attempted to undo the fill plug on my 2009 f-150. Needless to say the plug would not budge and it even started to strip, so I stopped, who ever had this truck before tightend the heck out of it! Good thing I listed to someone on this forum recommending to always undo fill plugs first in case you can't get it off! Anyway does anyone know the part number for a new drain plug? And how do you guys suggest I get this dang plug out! Thanks in advance!!!
Mike
So I got off work today, got under the truck and attempted to undo the fill plug on my 2009 f-150. Needless to say the plug would not budge and it even started to strip, so I stopped, who ever had this truck before tightend the heck out of it! Good thing I listed to someone on this forum recommending to always undo fill plugs first in case you can't get it off! Anyway does anyone know the part number for a new drain plug? And how do you guys suggest I get this dang plug out! Thanks in advance!!!
Mike
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I haven't looked but is it an Allen head or a hex head? Either one really you can pound on a size smaller socket(12 pt.) or Allen socket and remove the bastage bolts. The pounding of a hammer helps. Also helps to soak them in some Aerokroil overnight.
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You started to strip the threads or round out the head? The factory uses some red thread sealer to keep it in place and I believe the plug is tapered also. I've never had a problem getting those out of mine so I'm no help there but be careful because the t-case is aluminum and the threads will get messed up long before you damage the threads on the plug.
ETA. I always use just a square head to remove the plugs. I believe it's a 3/8" that fits in the plug perfect.
ETA. I always use just a square head to remove the plugs. I believe it's a 3/8" that fits in the plug perfect.
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