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Old Aug 9, 2016 | 09:33 AM
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Freeze plug install tool

Does anyone know where to get the special tool 303-D045 or know of how to install them correctly without it? I need to install the 7 block freeze plugs. Rotunda no longer makes ford dealer gave me their machine shop and the machine shop told me to call the dealer. I called and left a voicemail with my snap on guy but being rotunda doesnt have it i dalt he can get it
 
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Old Aug 9, 2016 | 11:47 AM
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I've always used a large socket to drive them in but I've never put one in a IDI.
 
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Old Aug 9, 2016 | 12:14 PM
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Get at tool made....there are drawings floatjng around on OB.

You should use the tool or run risk of losing a plug.

JM7.3CW Eh!
 
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Old Aug 9, 2016 | 03:11 PM
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I talked to justin today he said to use pipe plugs
 
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 10:41 AM
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Originally Posted by John Clugston
I talked to justin today he said to use pipe plugs
If you are able to machine out the step and tap the holes sure...great idea...would love to do it myself...
 
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