Lower unit drain plugs

[mhall]

I have a screw driver that has a square base at the end of the shaft at the base of the handle. That allows me to put pressure along the line of the screwdriver shaft against the screw head with one hand, and then I use a cresent wrench to turn the screw driver with the other hand. Makes the job simple. You should be able to find one of these at sears, autostore, or if you have to snap on. Mine is a cheapy but I bought it for that use.

Nice tip I will look for one of these.

[greenriverman1]

The only thing I know that might help is the next time you take the plug out try putting more elbow grease on the screwdriver! lol

All joking aside I do think you have a good question there.

I think all of the plugs are like that. Any time you put a steal screw or bolt into aluminum it will seize unless you use anti seize compound on the threads. I would not do this without talking to my engine tech. I do not put the compound on my drain plug or vent plug for fear that it might vibrate out.

[Embrey]

The only thing I know that might help is the next time you take the plug out try putting more elbow grease on the screwdriver! lol

All joking aside I do think you have a good question there.

I think all of the plugs are like that. Any time you put a steal screw or bolt into aluminum it will seize unless you use anti seize compound on the threads. I would not do this without talking to my engine tech. I do not put the compound on my drain plug or vent plug for fear that it might vibrate out.

why would you need to talk to an engine tech? its just a bolt

[the_donger]

Probably to talk to the tech about the chemicals in the no-sieze to make sure nothing in that would mess up the engine. Just a guess...

[Bronze_Back]

Make sure the screw you replace it with has a magnetic end to capture the metal in the oil.

[Embrey]

Probably to talk to the tech about the chemicals in the no-sieze to make sure nothing in that would mess up the engine. Just a guess...

mmm, well since the lower unit plug is no where close to the engine, id say its fine. lol. antiseize on threads wont hurt anything...

[waterdog101]

[QUOTE=mhall;408303]I changed my gear oil last night and I thought I was gonna straighten out the screwdriver slot on the upper drain plug before I could get it out. I finally got it, but dang that thing is that hard every year. Any of you experts out there know of a special tool screwdriver with a T handle or something that would make it easier to bust that thing loose. It's a V-Max 150, about two more times and I'm gonna have to replace that drain plug.

Why does all my 15 minute jobs turn into an hour, I didn't think I would ever get that thing out, lol.[/QUOTE


the next time you change it, put the screw driver in the slot and push in hard. with your other hand take a pair of pliers and turn the screw driver. thats my way of removing a tight screw. hope this helps.

[vetsvet]

Might try applying a little anti-seize compound to both upper and lower threads!

[harryprocraft]

I think replacing the screws with an allen head is the best option but where would you get them? anyone know? pass on the info!!Please

[Riverrat42701]

Use never seize on the threads and it will take care of your problem.

[Tim_T]

I changed my gear oil last night and I thought I was gonna straighten out the screwdriver slot on the upper drain plug before I could get it out. I finally got it, but dang that thing is that hard every year.

Lift some weights or something sissy boy lol!