The freeze out plug, popped out a few hrs after the motor was installed and now Im wanting to know what causes that to happen?? I know if the plug was not set correctly it could let go.. Has this happened to many people? Wanting to know more about this problem; I could not find a lot of info on this...
Has anyone popped out a freeze out plug on a new motor... Just wanted to know what could cause it??
- Thread starter qws2000
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Simple answer is it was not properly installed.
84BuickGNYorkPA
Daily Driving Buick V-6 Turbo's 1979 - Present
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You should use a good sealant and make sure they are seated completely and square. I was just researching this today as I'm replacing mine. Here is a link to aviation sealant from NAPA http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/C...se-Sealing-Permatex/_/R-BK_7651210_0424507164
Chuck
Chuck
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Are you sure the block is not cracked?
Hairline cracks will do that?
Hairline cracks will do that?
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We use Permatex #2. Scour the bore w/ scotchbrite and lac thinner.
I made a driver to hold the plug strait when driving. I make sure the plug is just inside of the beveled outer edge.
Some folks put the plug outside down, and give it a rap. Supposedly, this spreads the edge out, creating a tighter grip. Just like FOX News....We report, you decide.
I made a driver to hold the plug strait when driving. I make sure the plug is just inside of the beveled outer edge.
Some folks put the plug outside down, and give it a rap. Supposedly, this spreads the edge out, creating a tighter grip. Just like FOX News....We report, you decide.
I want to thank everyone for all the input made.... I never seen a plug come out or heard of it... The motor is in very good hands, and 100% expect it to be perfect... I never heard of this happing so I got nervous when he said that the plug came out.... Once again thanks for input...
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I just finished "correcting" a mess w/ plugs.. SBC w/ the plugs driven in only flush to the block...And, the so called engine builder use rtv as a sealer..
I had to pull the engine, and do all the plugs. All literally fell out.
Some so calleds should not be allowed to touch an engine. [And, this guy is/was a well known, big time fabricator/racer...Go figure.
I had to pull the engine, and do all the plugs. All literally fell out.
Some so calleds should not be allowed to touch an engine. [And, this guy is/was a well known, big time fabricator/racer...Go figure.
i have heard they pop out but regardless of the reason there is always going to be speed bumps when putting the cars together mechanical things always need attention.you have a nice car
its frustrating but people do make mistakes.when things are made right i think the enjoyment is worth it.
turbofabricator
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Bad head gasket will also blow a freeze plug out. Later StageII blocks have bosses that allow drilling/tapping for retention screws.