[Roadsters] freeze plugs

[Bubba]

When you use a socket, don't use the biggest one that fits inside the freeze 
plug, go one size smaller.  If you use a socket that just fits inside, you 
may find it becomes stuck in the freeze plug once you have installed it. 
The interference fit of the freeze plug causes it to compress a bit when you 
tap it in, and may grip the socket.

I know this from experience, and installing lots over the years I worked as 
a mechanic.

Bob Winslade
1966-1600 Missy
1967-1600 Bender
1972-510 Daisy
1972-510 Spare Change

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Toby B" <RacerY at comcast.net>
To: <datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, June 16, 2009 12:24 PM
Subject: [Roadsters] freeze plugs


> Freeze plugs really are as easy as you think-
> the only 'tricks' are to make sure that the
> mating surfaces are smooth and clean, and to use a
> thin bead of RTV on it- it not only helps sealing, it
> also lets it slip into place more easily.  And yes,
> a socket works fine.
>
> Any decent auto parts store will have them- they're a buck or so at most.
>
> hth
> Toby
> Seattle
>
>
>
>>
>> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
>> From: dansummers at comcast.net
>> To: datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net
>> Date: Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:21:14 +0000 (UTC)
>> Subject: [Roadsters] intake manifold freeze plug
>> I had my 2000 running last weekend for the first time in 9-10 years. I 
>> need
>> to do more adjusting of the carb. but it was running. After it ran for a 
>> few
>> minutes I noticed it was leaking water.
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