Date: Mon, 16 Aug 2004 16:46:41 +0100 From: Grunff <grunffnospam.com> Subject: Re: sump-plug trouble
Mr.Nice. wrote: > I'm having trouble removing the sump plug from my wifes 1990 saab 9000 > turbo. > it simply will not turn. > I use a spanner at first then moved to a socket, now I've been trying > a grippy plumbers tool thing but it is just destroying the head of the > bolt and won't turn the plug. > Does anyone have any suggstions? You need a 6 point socket. If it's too late and you've rounded the plug too much, my favourite trick is to weld a steel bar onto it and turn. -- Grunff