Richard,
I had the same problem and got it out with a metal chisel and burred a slot to
force it anti clockwise with a hammer. Then replace it with a new type. Put some
anti seize compound on the thread.
Cheers,
Tim
Tim Ward
12 Waiwetu Street
Fendalton,
Christchurch, 8052
New Zealand.
ward.t@xtra.co.nz
Ph 64 3 3515166
Mob 0210640221
On 19/02/2012, at 9:49 PM, "Richard Lamprey" <lamprey.richard@gmail.com> wrote:
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so hex key (allen key) no longer going to get it out. I have tried clonking
gently with hammer (as per various instructions) to loosen, to no avail.
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> My plug replacement is of the new variety that can be removed with a
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Just got to get the old out and check for filings.
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> Perhaps a left handed thread bolt/screw that self-taps into the burred inset??
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> Any ideas welcome.
> Richard
> Europa 168, Kenya
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