Fish biting- need help

Crosbyman

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jmho...

retap and get a bigger plug or.... retap with an install an helli coil insert.... recheck for leaks after a few hours

​me I usuaslly strip those silly 5/32 allen head plugs :grumpy: not the engine drain threads


clear away any metal chips from the gearcase
 

F_R

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Silly question---how does a person go about stripping those threads anyway?
 

Scott Danforth

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helicoil kit
coat tap with grease to catch chips
install helicoil
use new gaskets every time you take plug out
go boating
 
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