graygun
Hunter
My old crappy 250 (1981 C-10) has leaking freeze plugs and they are a pita to access. I was thinking of trying some wonder drug to fix it temporarily...any recommendations?
"Stop Leak" (didn't work)
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ronto
Hunter
I've had good luck with Bar's Leaks products.
Recommendation is to fix it right the first time.
Sorry ..... I grew up with a self-employed mechanic step-father. All my Uncles farmed and worked on their own stuff. They all preach against the use of "additives", quick fixes or miracle cures.
Sorry ..... I grew up with a self-employed mechanic step-father. All my Uncles farmed and worked on their own stuff. They all preach against the use of "additives", quick fixes or miracle cures.
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New freeze plugs. That stop leak stops up radiators and heater cores.
wizofwas
Buckeye
I have to agree with BB. Put in new freeze plugs. I don't think there is anything on the market to stop them from leaking except R+R'ing the freeze plugs.Bull Barrel said:
wheelgun1958
Hunter
graygun said:
Manifolds have to come off to pull it. May as well get dirty. Or, just go out and buy another old truck and be done with that one.
Trick I learned about exhaust manifolds many years ago. You will inevitably break off a stud or two, so instead having a broken stud that is flush with head do this. Cut off all the bolt head and slide off the manifold. Now you lots of room for penetrating oil, heat or whatever, plus a really long piece for your stud remover to get a grip on.
Merle1948
Buckeye
Are you aware of those rubber expanding freeze plugs? Sometimes they are a life saver... :shock:
Acorn
Hunter
A company called Cal Van used to offer a freeze plug driver that was bent to get around obstructions. Some parts store rent out tools. Maybe you’ll luck out.
RSIno1
Hunter
This is a magic tool that will snake around most stuff in the engine compartment. Spend the extra and use brass ones. Don't forget Chevy likes to hide a couple plugs between the engine and trans. Only way to get those is drop the trans and pull the flywheel.Acorn said:
daveg.inkc
Hunter
Yes! I have used these. Get old freeze plug cleaned out. May work easier than driving new steel plugs in.Merle1948 said:
Do the dirty work and replace the plugs. The originals lasted this long so replacements should last "a lifetime".
Scout943
Blackhawk
Might work https://gobdp.com/blog/how-do-i-fix-a-leaking-freeze-plug/
daveg.inkc
Hunter
I had a 1997 4.6 F150 that developed a cracked head, overheating problem. A Ford mechanic told me to try Blue Devil first, before an overhaul or engine replace. This was at 225,000. At 300,000 miles when I stopped driving it, still running, with no oil usage either! Body and bed rusted away. (RIP!) It's pricey, $60.00 when I bought it. Worked for me.
