Husqvarna YT 42DXLS CAN'T GET THE OIL DRAIN PLUG LOOSE.

[At-one86]

KOHLER 7000 SERIES 22 HP ENGINE...
HAVE THE SQUARE HEAD PIPE PLUG DRAIN PLUG CAN'T GET IT TO BREAK LOOSE.
IS IT CLOCKWISE OR COUNTER CLOCKWISE???

 

[bertsmobile1]

normal right hand thread
so undone counterclockwise
Leave it there & get a sump pump

 

[At-one86]

normal right hand thread
so undone counterclockwise
Leave it there & get a sump pump

any ratchet , or gear wrench you would recommend?

 

[bertsmobile1]

I use a sump pump

 

[ILENGINE]

They are normally really tight and also have threadlock/sealant on the threads.

 

[Scrubcadet10]

I've used 12 point sockets on really tight square plugs like that.
if you can get a socket that fits snug, think like an impact wrench, get a hammer and hit the handle of the ratchet towards counter clockwise/ loosening.

 

[StarTech]

Scrub, I have rounded off those plugs with 12 pt sockets. 8 pt are better but 4 pt are the best for removal. Oh by the way I have twisted a couple completely in two using an impact so you got to be careful with the amount of torque applied.

 

[Hammermechanicman]

Some of those plugs take a 3/8" wrench. You can use a 3/8" extension backwards and put a wrench on the square end of the extension.

 

[Gord Baker]

KOHLER 7000 SERIES 22 HP ENGINE...
HAVE THE SQUARE HEAD PIPE PLUG DRAIN PLUG CAN'T GET IT TO BREAK LOOSE.
IS IT CLOCKWISE OR COUNTER CLOCKWISE???

Try carefully heating one side of the boss with a propane torch. Then quench with cold water. Apply some penetrant spray for a few days. You could drill and tap it and install a smaller plug.. A sump pump is the best idea.

 

[raisin1]

I have a 4 point (square socket) made for drain plugs and it works well. Amazon.