Sump plug is too tight to unscrew

[guile]

Attempted to do an oil change but found the sump plug was extremely stiff because I must have done it up too tight last time (worried about oil leaks).

I was using an adjustable wrench which slipped a couple of time and was wearing out the bolt in two places so I thought I better stop and get some advice before I ruin the whole bolt.

I don't have a socket set with a big enough head to use on the bolt. How can I get it off safely?

Maybe I should just risk it and if I ruin the bolt, I will just have to suck oil out the top when changing it.

[Dracon]

Buy the correct socket before you well and truly fuck it up!

[MG]

Buy a socket set? Adjustable spanners are a good way to ruin heads on bolts
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[Ariel Badger]

the definition of an adjustable spanner is "A tool that does not fit a large variety of nut sizes".
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[Benson_JV]

Get a socket set. Heck I'm sure someone off here will help you with that!
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[MG]

[numpty2]

If you're going to do you own servicing, and obviously this is something we would all applaud, then you need to invest in some basic tools. It really is an investment - 2 oil changes and they will have paid for themselves.

You get what you pay for, and there is some amazing stuff for the right price, but you could start with something like:

spanner set: get the combination type (open & closed ends) but get into the habit of using the closed ends whenever possible. Make sure it includes a 14mm one. For instance:
https://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_168910_langId_-1_categoryId_165572

socket set: 3/8" or 1/2" drive, 1/4" is too weedy for bikes. For instance:
https://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_525109_langId_-1_categoryId_255215

Buy other sizes as you need them. For instance you might want a 24mm spanner for the wheel nuts. Just buy these singly.

[dodgydog]

And put a location on your profile, you never know, you might just live round the corner from someone on here who will help / lend you a socket.


Dog
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[supZ]

just be sure to turn it the correct way. easily forgotten as its up-side-down.

and yeh. get a proper tool for the job ffs.
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[Usher4566]

Bob the builder can we fix it yes we can .you.need the right tools for the job
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[Sload]

Nothing wrong with an adjustable spanner if used correctly, we rely on them at work as transporting a full set around is just not always possible. you just need a bit of patience as its usually rushing which causes the damage.

That being said, on a bike in your garden or shed etc, no excuse, use the right tool

[Rogerborg]

[J4mes]

Good quality adjustables are no problem, better tolerances on the worm drive prevent movement in the jaws. Best thing to do as well is keep your thumb on the adjustment wheel while holding the jaws on the head, then use the other hand to lever.

But yes, invest in a socket set to get you started!

[Sload]

[Rogerborg]

[Nick 50]

Why don't you just buy the appropriate sized single socket to fit?

They are only about £3-£4 on e-bay. Then at least you know you have it in the future.
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[Sload]

[sickpup]

[Timbo Foggins]

[Llama-Farmer]

[Llama-Farmer]

[stonesie]

I paid a lot for my torx bit set, I don't 'bray' them onto anything


Halfords Pro stuff is usually good quality and the only thing I have broken is the 24" cracker bar, and I had a 4 foot length of scaffold tube on it at the time, I just took it back and they gave me another with no questions asked


For cheap and good enough Franklin tools are pretty decent and cheap enough that if you brake something it doesn't matter too much and get a reasonable torque wrench, if you strip the threads on the sump you will be swearing. I bought a pack of 10 14mm sump washers on Ebay for something daft like £1.50, never going to re-use one again at 15P a shot.

[Walloper]

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