Stripped drain plug removal

[quk@isham-research.demon.co.uk (Phil Payne)]

In message <199804241048.GAA16695@coimbra.ans.net> "Michael Stocker" writes:

> In future, always use good quality 6-point sockets to remove any nuts, bolts,
> plugs, ..., etc.  Will not round corners under high torque.  Also, less wear
> and tear on fittings that you have to remove periodically, like oil drain
> plugs.  I have had good luck with Sears Craftsman.

This is a 25Nm (18 lb ft) fitting - you should almost be able to get
the damn thing off with your fingers.

The danger of using a six-point socket to get it off is that he'll use
one to put it on again as well!

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