Re: Gear Lube Drain Plug
If you can carefully deepen the worn slot with a Dremel or file you might just be able to get a new grip on it. <br /><br />Put some Liquid Wrench penetrating oil on it the night before you attempt to remove it.<br /><br />When you attempt to unscrew it again don't use the wrong size or too small a screwdriver for the new slot or you will ruin it as well. <br /><br />Firmly insert the properly sized screwdriver into the new slot but before you attempt to unscrew it, take a small hammer and "gently" tap on the screw a couple times to loosen up the threads. <br /><br />Keep the screwdriver flush in the slot and attempt to turn it out counterclockwise. If it won't unscrew and starts to mess up your new slot, stop immediately and try reoiling it again. After the oil has had some time to work itself in, gently tap it a couple of times and try the screw driver again. This should work. If it doesn't then you may need to use a plug removal tap.<br /><br />Before you start this project have a new replacement drain plug in hand because you don't want'to risk this problem all over again. And make sure you replace the washer for the oil drain plug to keep it water tight. <br /><br />Don't overtighten it.
