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Radiator plug head broke
I’m stuck now
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Re: Radiator plug head broke
The drain plug on the bottom of the rad?
Stuck open or stuck closed?
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Re: Radiator plug head broke
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The drain plug on the bottom of the rad?
Stuck open or stuck closed?
Yes, it’s closed
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Re: Radiator plug head broke
Just pop the lower hose off
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Re: Radiator plug head broke
Or buy a new radiator if you're concerned.
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Re: Radiator plug head broke
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Just pop the lower hose off
ohhh I didn’t know that until just now , trying to get the radiator out to extract and replace the plug
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Re: Radiator plug head broke
I don't think they make new plugs, just buy a new rad if you're really that concerned
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