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Subject:Re: 1986 syncro westy stuck transmission drain plug
From:mark drillock
Date:Wed, 2 May 2012 07:58:14 -0700

Find a clean white tool truck stopped at an auto shop near you. Snapon
makes a nice tool for this job. Ask around at the auto shops for when
the clean white truck is due next. They should even have a business card
from the truck so you can get a number. I have called the truck to my
house to get essential tools before. Call and ask if the tool you need
is on the truck. You can find out their schedule and meet up if the guy
can't fit your house into his day.

Mark

David Klein wrote:
> Hi,
>
> Tried many things to get the plug out but can't get it out. I am waiting for the special 17mm Allen socket from van-cafe. I used the bolt and nut option but broke bolts 5 times.
>
> Any tricks that people have would be appreciated. Also any don'ts would be appreciated too.
>
> Thanks, David