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Offline Dodd

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Oil plug problems-
« on: February 26, 2011, 11:15:27 AM »
Made it through 3/4 of the roadracer build on my 91 KX5. Then today I went to drain the transmission and found there is a serious problem-

The plug seems stripped. It turns in the case but doesn't back out. Tried pulling on it while turning and a handfull of other goofy attempts to get it out.

Did a cursory search for solutions but didn't find any. Suggestions?

Thanks,
Dodd

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Re: Oil plug problems-
« Reply #1 on: February 26, 2011, 11:24:56 AM »
The four stroke engine: That's one stroke for producing power and three for wearing the engine out.

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Re: Oil plug problems-
« Reply #2 on: February 26, 2011, 01:57:28 PM »
Thanks for the link- good info. However, how do you get the plug out? lay it on her side and pull with a vice grip, or will this damage the boss beyond repair?

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Re: Oil plug problems-
« Reply #3 on: February 26, 2011, 02:13:50 PM »
In the past I have used a set of vice grips and did the pull and twist method.
If that does not work, I have also grabbed the head with the Vice Grips and used a block of wood against the case and pried against the wood and the Vice Grips.
When that fails I have used a bearing splitter or I drill it out.
The idea of drilling the plug threads with air blowing in from above is good.
Another thing you can do is put a good amount of grease on the drill bit to help catch the shavings and prevent them getting loose in your case.
After the plug threads have been repaired, I like to flush it out with some ATF or diesel.
The four stroke engine: That's one stroke for producing power and three for wearing the engine out.

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Re: Oil plug problems-
« Reply #4 on: February 27, 2011, 02:23:48 AM »
Great info. Thanks, and I'll let you know how it turns out-
Dodd