E153 Filler Plug Help

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (MRTurbo)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:27:39 GMT

good work mate
yeah those double hex ones aren't the best and tend to slip sometimes. Single hex FTW!

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (beagle_senior)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:18:14 GMT

and the winner is Peter, I got myself a 6 sided socket and the plug came out easily, not even a little sign of slipping, thanks all for your input

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (artymr2)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 01:04:55 GMT

Use a good fitting socket or ring spanner, load it up and give the end of the spanner/bar a sharp tap with hammer, the shock is usually enough to crack it, much more effective than just using a constant force.

You can also fill it through the top but need the normal filler plug out to get the right level.

Cheers

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (beagle_senior)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 19:57:57 GMT

haha thanks Falcon, that could have been interesting

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (Falcon)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 18:54:37 GMT

Do Not disturb that 12mm hex head bolt as it secures the reverse gear shaft. Big No No. Cheers.

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (EssDub)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:20:52 GMT

I have the correct sized socket at home, I believe. I bought it when I did mine (and will be doing it again tonight)

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (Mrskylighter)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:18:06 GMT

I just had another look at a pic of an e153, yep the bolt I was thinking of was a six sided nut not square drive :)

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (beagle_senior)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:05:18 GMT

yeah thanks Peter, I think I might try the grinding of the socket, as its only a really thin head on the bolt which makes it difficult...

Mrskylighter - not sure if you can fill it from the 1/2 inch bolt that sits lower then the 24mm plug that I am trying to get out, but I think it wouldnt allow for you to fill the gearbox fully though as its too low down on the box

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (Peter)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:47:12 GMT

Hi Beagle,
I read somewhere that a six point socket should be used.
The only one I could find was a long series one from Repco.
I then ground off the tapered lead on the socket so that the hex of the socket fitted entirely on the hex of the plug.
I can't get my drain plug out & I can't get decent leverage & access with both hands working on the floor.
I reckon that it will be o.k from a hoist or pit.

Re:E153 Filler Plug Help (Mrskylighter)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:45:12 GMT

I thought the filler plug was a half inch square drive or whatever you call it?

E153 Filler Plug Help (beagle_senior)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:22:38 GMT

Hey Guys,

I am in the process of filling the gearbox oil ready for the car to go to the dyno on Friday, and I had 1 attempt on it with a size 24mm socket and it slipped. So I inspected the bolt and its already a little rounded so I dont really want to try again yet.

Is there an easier way to try and get this out? It hasnt been out for roughly 4-5 years so its going to need a fair amount of effort to get it out.

Regards
Alex