How to Remove a Stripped Transmission Drain Plug

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  • EvoStevo
    Advanced Member
    • Dec 2007
    • 173

    #1

    How to Remove a Stripped Transmission Drain Plug

    So I was about to change my tranny fluid for the first time and I found out that someone had stripped out the drain plug. I went to the store to see if I could find an 18 mm allen wrench that I could jam in there, but I haven't been able to find one. Any other ideas how I can get it out?

    Also, where can I get a replacement plug? I searched and read that someone makes a plug for the Getrag 260 that accepts a 17 mm socket rather than an allen wrench, but I can't find one anywhere online. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
  • jlevie
    R3V OG
    • Nov 2006
    • 13530

    #2
    I have welded a stub of 17mm hex to a drain plug before to get it out.
    The car makes it possible, but the driver makes it happen.
    Jim Levie, Huntsville, AL

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    • EvoStevo
      Advanced Member
      • Dec 2007
      • 173

      #3
      Originally posted by jlevie
      I have welded a stub of 17mm hex to a drain plug before to get it out.
      Great idea, but unfortunately I don't have access to a welder nor the skills to use one. Think I can take it to a muffler shop and have them do it?

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      • DJB
        Advanced Member
        • Oct 2005
        • 195

        #4
        Is the drain or fill plug stripped?

        The fill plug is difficult to access, while it's easy to put a slot into the drain plug. Or use a small chisel and hammer to tap it loose.

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        • EvoStevo
          Advanced Member
          • Dec 2007
          • 173

          #5
          Originally posted by DJB
          Is the drain or fill plug stripped?

          The fill plug is difficult to access, while it's easy to put a slot into the drain plug. Or use a small chisel and hammer to tap it loose.
          It's the drain plug. What do you mean by putting a slot in? Like a slotted screwdriver?

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