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Middle Gear Sump Drain Plug Removal

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by schmidtap, Dec 4, 2007.

  1. schmidtap

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    :( Well I went and did it, when I was tightening up the plug, Yup wrench was set and correct spec, I managed to have it shear off, now I need to remove it. My local shop said I could for the time being leave it there and put some silicone in the hole, but I need to get it out and a new one replaced. :(

    any suggestions on getting it doe, (with out more damage), I'm looking at drilling a small hole and using an easyout. :cry:
     
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    If the bolt head sheared off then I would try a reverse drill bit if I had one. The ez out should work though.
     
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    Since it's not a real requirment to drain the oil from here, a Mechanic in my unit suggested using JB Weld and to just cover it up. Good or Bad, don't plan on removing it if I don't have to
     
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    Personally, that's what I would do.... But a cheap prick 8)
     
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    JB Weld will hold up. Silicone....well not as well.
     
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