Radiator drain plug, SOLVED | Cummins Diesel Forum
Jun 16, 2024 · This plug requires one, 180 degree COUNTER CLOCKWISE turn of the plug to be ready to wiggle out the remaining distance and allow the coolant to drain from the radiator. (Yes, you turn it 180 degrees, then wiggle it out more to start the fluid draining.) You should find the finger tab on your OEM plug to be vertically oriented.
Radiator Drain Plug..Need Help! | Cummins Diesel Forum
Dec 31, 2017 · Don't forget to drain the block. Rear hex plug by#6 lowest point to drain from, and it will still have coolant in it. Add some Prestone or other radiator flush product so It's really clean before you refill. Just because the water comes out clean doesn't mean you don't have crud, or scale build up in radiator or block!
5.9 Block Drain Plugs? Coolant Flush | Cummins Diesel Forum
Dec 17, 2008 · The radiator drain plugs have a tendency to break or at least tear up the o-ring when draining. Have the parts on hand if you need the truck right away or ignore the drain plug and just remove the low radiator hose. Moving this where it belongs.
Radiator drain plug | Cummins Diesel Forum
Feb 14, 2012 · What is the deal with the drain plug. I'm flushing the system, replacing the water pump, which is leaking slightly, and the thermostat. I sprayed some blaster around the edge of the plug, turned it counter clockwise and had to turn it close to ten+ times, then pull slightly on the plug to get the anti freeze to start coming out the bottom nipple.
Radiator drain | Cummins Diesel Forum
Apr 17, 2016 · This works for me. Turn the plug counter clockwise about 1/8 turn. Now start pulling backward for another 1/4 turn. There is o ring that has hardened and resists your efforts. It should come backwards about 3/8 inch an start draining. If you take the vent plug at top of engine out the system will drain almost completely.
Coolant flush on a 3rd Gen. | Cummins Diesel Forum
Dec 13, 2009 · If the solution is clean, drain the coolant into a clean container for reuse. 1. Start the engine and place the heater control temperature selector in the Full-On position. 2. Turn the ignition off. 3. Do not remove radiator cap when draining coolant from reserve/overflow tank. Open radiator drain plug and when tank is empty, remove radiator cap.
Radiator drain will not screw back tight | Cummins Diesel Forum
Jun 3, 2015 · The stuff I have read most guys drain the system by taking off the lower radiator hose and letting it flow from there... Good luck!! 2006 Ram 2500 QCSB 4X2 SLT, G56, BBI Stage 1's, 62/65 Tater Built HE351, FASS 150, EFI Live by Gordon, Valair dual disc organic
Coolant drain, flush, refill help | Cummins Diesel Forum
Mar 21, 2017 · Pull the lower radiator hose and drain the radiator is about the best you can do without pulling water pump. I run distilled water through a heat cycle with the heat on and then drain. Reapet until you get clear water out and then refil with 3 gallons G-05 antifreeze and the rest distilled water.
Radiator Drain Plug | Cummins Diesel Forum
Apr 24, 2012 · Squeeze the split shaft close to the radiator and pull back in order to free the flared ends from the radiator. Make sure to catch the coolant in a clean container. Once the petcock is out, make sure to inspect the drain plug and radiator for the presence of the o-ring which may adhere to the radiator side upon removal.
radiator drain plug | Cummins Diesel Forum
Oct 13, 2012 · Radiator Drain Cocks - Chrysler 2008-93 by Dorman - Help - part# 61134 1999 2500 QCSB, P-Pump 24valve, Hamilton Cams, South Bend Clutch, and CPP Save Share