Stripped differential drain plug.

amf201091

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Title says it all. Any ideas on how I can get it out. I have an oxy welder in storage that I haven't used yet. Maybe weld a bolt onto it and get it out that way? Is there an aftermarket diff cover that has a drain plug I can just buy? Any ideas welcome.
 

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What model car do you have? I don’t know if any that had stock drain plugs accept the IRS. An aftermarket cover will have drain and fill ports in the rear so they are easy to get too.
 

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98 GT does not have a diff drain plug. Fill plug only. Not sure what you're looking at.
 

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What he said. There is a fill plug on the front of the differential with a square drive but no drain plug. To drain it you just take the cover off. But, if the fill plug is froze, you got no way to refill it.
 

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I second what Warrior said. This is definitely the time to replace the diff cover with one that has easily accessible fill and drain plugs. I did it on my ‘95 and it was money well spent. Made life a ton easier and will make future gear oil changes a breeze. At this juncture, it’s a no-brainer.
 

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Helpful hint: For those who don't have an aftermarket cover, removing the axle tube vent and filling from there can be much better than trying to use the factory-provided fill port. .
 

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Helpful hint: For those who don't have an aftermarket cover, removing the axle tube vent and filling from there can be much better than trying to use the factory-provided fill port. .
That’s a pretty good idea, I like it!

You still have to pull the front plug to make sure the level is right, so if that’s stripped or stuck, you’re kinda screwed.
 

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I figure if you drain it all and add the recommended amount, which is 2 quarts, you should be good to go.
 

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