Transmission plug frozen
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Transmission plug frozen
I went to check the level this weekend & i can't get the plug out. I tried a 2 ft. breaker bar & socket but the socket broke clean in half. I have a 4 ft. breaker & stronger sockets but i'm worried about breaking the case. Has anyone had this happen before & how did you get it off ?
Thanks , John
Thanks , John
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Thanks for the replies. I'll try the heat with the longer breaker bar. I have worked on the big truck transmissions for years & never had one stuck like this.
lefty loosey, righty tighty - right
thanks, john
lefty loosey, righty tighty - right
thanks, john
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Originally Posted by johnstoys2
I have worked on the big truck transmissions for years & never had one stuck like this.
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I've had the truck since fall of last year. This is the first time I tried to pull it. I don't have any leaks & the transfer case is at the right level so I don't think I have to worry quite yet. The plug looks non abused, but not new, with no signs of any sealant or JB weld. If I get it out it will be coated with Never- sieze. I'll mess with it this weekend & i'll let you know how I make out.
Thanks All,
John
Thanks All,
John
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take a wire brush and clean up the head of the bolt, then go out there and blast it with penatration oil. id do it a few times a day. then if you still cant get it to budge then do what jim said get ur torch and get that mother red hot.
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don't get it red hot. aluminum will puddle up onthe ground with no warning what so ever! ask me how I know! I would use heat as your last option. and then if you do I would use a propane torch and not a cutting torch unless you are very skilled with it.
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