A "good" problem.....any advise? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**ScottH** · 08-29-2006, 02:45 PM

Ok, started working on my newest project and was making progress when I decided to check the rear fluid level. Went to take out the fill plug and guess what, yup it broke off in half! Never seen this happen before, but now I have the remaining half flush with the rear housing.

Has anyone had this happen to them? Any suggestions or ideas on how to get this bugger out (hopefully without removing the rear) would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

incoma · 08-29-2006, 02:54 PM

sounds like you're just gonna have to work it out slowly with a hammer and punch.

68haywagon · 08-29-2006, 02:55 PM

How about drilling a hole in the center and getting some EZ out bits. You may try heating it a bit before yanking on the ez out.

Mike

cableguy0 · 08-29-2006, 03:50 PM

i would drill a hole for the biggest easy out that will fit.the heat from drilling should probably free it up. after you get the plug out pull the cover off the rear and clean it out thoroughly. any metal flakes or chips that stay in there will destroy the bearings in a hurry.

cdowns · 08-29-2006, 04:29 PM

i'd just take something and wed it to the plug so you could get vise grips or pipe wrench on it// heat from the welding and the leverage should solve problem

or you could leave it in place and get a cover with a fill plug on it or install a fill plug on your present cover

LUV2XCLR8 · 08-29-2006, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdowns

i'd just take something and weld it to the plug so you could get vise grips or pipe
wrench on it// heat from the welding and the leverage should solve problem

Been there, done that, easy fix

67ChevyRedneck · 08-29-2006, 04:51 PM

My definition of a "good problem" would be my truck breaking down in front of a Hooters. Your problem kinda sucks

The weld/heat idea is a real good one. You have to get creative when your working on trucks from up north

**ScottH** · 08-29-2006, 07:31 PM

Thanks guys, some good suggestions. I've never seen one rusted like this before, was kinda a shock when it let loose.

Jim_PA · 08-29-2006, 08:29 PM

I would get a rear end cover with a fill / sight plug in it, and forget about the one that's busted off in the side of the housing.

08-29-2006, 02:45 PM	#1
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,187	A "good" problem.....any advise? Ok, started working on my newest project and was making progress when I decided to check the rear fluid level. Went to take out the fill plug and guess what, yup it broke off in half! Never seen this happen before, but now I have the remaining half flush with the rear housing. Has anyone had this happen to them? Any suggestions or ideas on how to get this bugger out (hopefully without removing the rear) would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

08-29-2006, 02:54 PM	#2
incoma Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 865	Re: A "good" problem.....any advise? sounds like you're just gonna have to work it out slowly with a hammer and punch. __________________ "Green Monster" (Red Sox fan) 1970 GMC survivor, 350/200 4R, 3.42 rear gears, 2.5/4 drop, ECE disc brake conversion, powder coated suspension

08-29-2006, 02:55 PM	#3
68haywagon I'm watching you! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Levittown, PA Posts: 1,822	Re: A "good" problem.....any advise? How about drilling a hole in the center and getting some EZ out bits. You may try heating it a bit before yanking on the ez out. Mike __________________ 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 4WD 1993 Chevrolet C-1500 W/T - Blue - 4.3L V-6, 4 speed auto - Dad's (RIP) 1992 Chevrolet S10 - LS swap project 1968 Chevrolet C-10 longbed fleetside - sold

08-29-2006, 03:50 PM	#4
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,950	Re: A "good" problem.....any advise? i would drill a hole for the biggest easy out that will fit.the heat from drilling should probably free it up. after you get the plug out pull the cover off the rear and clean it out thoroughly. any metal flakes or chips that stay in there will destroy the bearings in a hurry. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

08-29-2006, 04:29 PM	#5
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: A "good" problem.....any advise? i'd just take something and wed it to the plug so you could get vise grips or pipe wrench on it// heat from the welding and the leverage should solve problem or you could leave it in place and get a cover with a fill plug on it or install a fill plug on your present cover __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

08-29-2006, 04:51 PM	#7
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: A "good" problem.....any advise? My definition of a "good problem" would be my truck breaking down in front of a Hooters. Your problem kinda sucks The weld/heat idea is a real good one. You have to get creative when your working on trucks from up north __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

08-29-2006, 07:31 PM	#8
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,187	Re: A "good" problem.....any advise? Thanks guys, some good suggestions. I've never seen one rusted like this before, was kinda a shock when it let loose.

08-29-2006, 08:29 PM	#9
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: A "good" problem.....any advise? I would get a rear end cover with a fill / sight plug in it, and forget about the one that's busted off in the side of the housing.



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