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Jul 5, 2008 | 03:12 PM

BigEarl

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Differential fluid plug

I'm trying to remove diff plug. It looks like an allens head? I've searched posts, but can't find out what size it is. Anybody know? It's an '81.

Jul 5, 2008 | 03:21 PM

Jud Chapin

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There was a thread on this just this week, I believe. Do a search and you should find it. In the mean time, try an adjustable wrench. That works on my '76. I don't believe there is a socket that fits it.

Jul 5, 2008 | 03:26 PM

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It shouls be 1/2". Just use your ratchet with an extension to remove it.

Jul 5, 2008 | 03:31 PM

Jud Chapin

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Here's the thread: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...highlight=plug

Jul 5, 2008 | 03:32 PM

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I've searched and read posts stating you can use crescent wrench or 8 point wrenches. Here's what I'm looking at.

Jul 5, 2008 | 03:47 PM

Jud Chapin

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You can pick up a set of hex wrenches to solve the problem. They're not expensive and will come in handy for other projects. I don't know whether that is the original plug or not. In any event, clean all that crap away from the plug prior to removing it.