Re: [DML] Tranny filler plug frozen
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Re: [DML] Tranny filler plug frozen



If I remember correctly, the filler plug is on the right side, about 3/4 the way up - it has a square head, and access is good. Surely you can get an open ended spanner to it and enough leverage? I didn't have any problem with mine and with only 2500 miles from new and a long period in storage, it had probably not been removed since the box was manufactured

I would disagree that heating it would initially help - letting it subsequently cool may help. Usually you heat the surrounding area to make it expand from the jammed thread, but in this case, the surrounding area is the gearbox case and as such would make a wonderful heat sink!. Can you get hold of some dry ice? If you're worried about using a flame, have a go at substantially COOLING the plug to make it contract.

Personally I wouldn't worry about the careful and directed use of a blowtorch under there. The heat from a butane flame is extremely localised. You'l most likely create a fair amount of smoke from all the penetrating oil and WD40 you've put on it though!

Martin
#1458

Joe Thome wrote:

Many thanks for that idea. I may end up having to try that but I'd like to
do it without using a flame to avoid a possible explosion and/or fire.
Wouldn't you say that an explosion and/or fire could occur using that
method? What procedure could I follow to make that procedure safe?








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