OK, I've been through the search threads, but I need some advice. First, it sounds like it could be a bear to get the freeze plug out of the block. I'm trying to visualize just getting a tool up in there to get a pull on the darn thing. Next, what size allen\hex wrench do these plugs call for?? It looks huge!
The car came with a new zerostart block heater, unopened, and I'm now assuming that the previous owner didn't want to tackle it. Is there any way to find out if the part I have is matched up to the block threads before I attempt to remove it. (Key word here is attempt.) Anybody have any tips on the easiest way to accomplish this? What tools will I need for the job? How much would the dealer scalp, er, charge me to do this procedure? Thanks for any and all comments. I don't know which looks worse, the freeze plug or the block drain! Thanks in advance for the replies. Lee

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