Posted by Patrick HMD on July 17, 2012 at 15:02:58 from (75.9.215.43):
It's kicking my --- big time! Apparently the prior owner had the same problem because the square head was already rounded off, probably with a pair of vice grips. I just made it worse by trying the same thing.
Can I assume that it's an 1/8" NPT pipe plug? If so, not hard to replace.
I've got it soaking with some PB on the inside for now. I can only think of three options to try. First, heat plug a good cherry red, then try to wiggle it free with vise grips. I did remove the fuel adjusting screw, packing nut, and packing to avoid damage from the heat. Second, drill hole in middle and try backing it out with an easy out. Third, just leave it alone and not worry about it.
It's just a minor detail, but sometimes those minor details really eat on me.
I'm sure others here have had the same problem. Any other suggestions?
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