Help!!! Stripped head on oil pan drain plug

[JeepOwner07]

Any ideas on how to remove the drain plug when the head NOT threads, is stripped, I tried vice grips, but all it does it spin on the now rounded head.

 

[dude1116]

Any ideas on how to remove the drain plug when the head NOT threads, is stripped, I tried vice grips, but all it does it spin on the now rounded head.

Maybe drill it apart???? :uhoh2:

 

[tjkj2002]

Craftsman Bolt-Out 5 pc. Damaged Bolt/Nut Remover Set - Tools - Hand Tools - Tap & Dies & Sets

 

[JeepOwner07]

Craftsman Bolt-Out 5 pc. Damaged Bolt/Nut Remover Set - Tools - Hand Tools - Tap & Dies & Sets

Thanks tj, I was hoping you we're around to answer, I knew you would know the answer, headed to sears now.

 

[Austerity]

New oil pan and plug if that doesn't work.. :grd:

 

[Dave]

Craftsman Bolt-Out 5 pc. Damaged Bolt/Nut Remover Set - Tools - Hand Tools - Tap & Dies & Sets

I have a set of those and they work good.

Dave

 

[martin_metal_88]

I hope that you got a new one before flushing the oil?

 

[Leeann]

The other option is to cut a slot in the head and use a big screwdriver. Bolt-outs usually work, though.

 

[eemain]

Gator grip socket always worked for me on the ole Crv ect...