...not to drift to far afield from the question... I was wondering if the
new Craftsman (Healey content- :~) ) electric hammer might not be a viable
option for in situ installation. Anybody ever use one for automotive use
and, having never laid eyes on one, wonder if they are adaptable for
such..??
dave
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-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces@autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Richard Ewald
Sent: Friday, September 17, 2010 10:18 PM
To: Ed Woods
Cc: healeys@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] freeze plugs
Note to self: If Ed every brings me a car for freeze plug replacement, do
not offer to do it for free. In fact remember to charge EXTRA.
On both the curved type and cupped type I have always coated the edge with
Permatex either #1 or#2.
JB Weld? ::: shudder::: No thanks.
The following assumes you can access the soft plug hole and get at it, such
as the engine is on a stand with no manifolds. In the car? Have fun.
Better you than me.
For a domed type FP one great large honkin hit with a good sized ball peen
hammer will spread the FP enough to ensure a water tight seal.
Cup type? Find a big assed socket that just fits inside the cup. Tap them
in evenly until flush. Again coat with Permatex. In the car a thing called
a freeze plug installer is damn near irreplaceable. Worth every penny.
Freeze plug installer http://www.sjdiscounttools.com/atd-5270.html
Hot rodder thread on freeze plugs
http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/what-right-way-install-freeze-plugs-99101.ht
ml
Good luck,
Rick
On Fri, Sep 17, 2010 at 10:27 AM, Ed Woods <fogbro1@comcast.net> wrote:
> List,
>
> And what's the consensus on installing new core, a.k.a. freeze, plugs?
>
> I've been installing with any old sealant, then coating with J B Weld.
> (just to start the discussion)
>
> I lost two plugs on the COB in 1990 and vowed to never let a plug spoil
> another trip.
>
> The Other Ed _______________________________________________
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