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if i can't get plug out, will try (eom) (archive)

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Posted by Dan on May 23, 2000 at 11:00:44:

In Reply to: wild idea posted by Don E. on May 23, 2000 at 09:40:32:

: Maybe this is a stupid idea but would it be possible to suck the gallon of coolant out using a shop vac?
: Don Elliott
: 1991 525i

: : I need some help regarding the block drain on my M50. I think I have the correct spot ( 13mm bolt below #6 exhaust manifold), but I can't seem to get a wrench into the area to remove it due to the limited clearance around the manifold. Is there any special trick, or am I in the wrong place?

: : Also, I found a neat trick to help drain the radiator: 1Take a length of plastic tubing around 6" long and slip it over the radiator drain spout. Run other end into a suitable container. Also stick a rag under the valve to catch the leak around the valve.

: : Thanks.




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