And don't lose the washer on the block drain plug. Verify that it came with the plug, or remained on the block.

There's supposed to be a washer on the engine block plug?

My 85 didn't have one. I even swabbed around with a small pick to make sure I didn't miss it.

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13mm crush washer, correct?

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There is no need to lift the vehicle or get wet. The plug is easily accessed from the top side.

on a turbo 617? I don't see how it's EASY...

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19mm socket, 2' extension and a breaker bar. Its the only method I use. Removing the air filter housing helps add room but isn't necessary.

I'll trade you that coolant drain plug for this effin' thermostat it took me 2 days to replace on this Jeep diesel.

I swear, they must have used cement at the factory to put that bloody gasket on with - and I don't mean the contact type.

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could someone post a picture on how to approach it?
Because i cant see it from top or bottom?
I flushed with shout gel about 3 times and ran the heat on high but im still getting a lot of really brown stuff coming out.
When i drain the block should i flush with the engine running and the block open?