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Old Nov 4, 2006 | 09:14 AM
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freese plugs

i think i poped a freeze plug, just how hard is it to replace?? are they screw in or are they hammer in?? its a 7.3. thankyou
 
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Old Nov 4, 2006 | 12:49 PM
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They hammer in. Spread some sealant round the edge first. Do not over hammer.
 
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Old Nov 4, 2006 | 12:57 PM
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As lazyK said - They hammer in w/ sealant.

Use a socket as a driver that just fits inside the freezeplug - they go in pretty easy if you have decent access to swing the hammer.
 
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Old Nov 4, 2006 | 01:22 PM
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it is just infront of the oil filter.
 
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