Re: tranny plug(ged)

[Robert W Obrien <rwo@u.arizona.edu>]

On Mon, 22 Dec 1997, Paul R Anderson wrote:

> 
> 
> >I'm using the most wonderful (not) Bigass(TM) 
> >Allen wrench from Craftsman.  They don't offer 
> >a socket-type hex. (or so I was told)  This is 
> >the reason I can't apply the proper force in 
> >the proper direction.
> >
> If the main problem is angle of attack and leverage, make certain
> you have all of the gnk cleaned out of the plug.  Then take a
> hacksaw to your BA allen wrench, cutting off a piece long enough
> to get a wrench or socket on and to reach to the bottom of the hole.
> Then get after it.
> 
> In the past, I've used a spare lug bolt and a pair of vise grips.
> 
> Good luck,
> 
> Paul
> 
Currently I use a Plews 17mm socket Allen. From Checker/Schucks/Kragen for
under $4. But I used to use that same Craftsman BA when I'd borrow it from
a VW nut next door. Same plug is used on a 1964 Squareback BTW! If you
want to get that one to work, though, slip a short pipe on the end. That
got it off every time. What a PITA. Valvoline markets an excellent hand
pump which threads onto oil bottles which fills the 016 in about 30
seconds, too...

Regards,
Rob