ok guys tried to replace my freeze core plugs in my mini 850 ...disaster could not get them to go in straight mega probs any tips to make this job easier its the brass ones without the lip now i know you have to get them in as straight as pos but i failed twice so kinda struggling any tips on how to make this a bit easier .... noob

Go to the tool box and get the biggest socket you have which will fit inside the welsh plug. Use this (and a soft hammer) to push them in. Use a little sealant as well to make doubly sure they don't give you any problems.

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try using a socket that fits over the plug a drift

I think Mick and kiwi are talking about the cup type, and you're talking about the lens/dome type, right?

lens/dome


cup

Yep works on both types as it keeps the plug square.

Is the engine in car, its a lot harder to do it in the engine bay.

I lie the engine on its side or back when doing the instal as this eradicates any gravity issues

the engine is out the car and its the dome type plug so the same rules apply for this type ????

Dome type sits in against a recess. Dome pointing out.
Unlike the cup type you then need to flatten the dome a bit, to spread the diameter- which makes it seal. But don't overdo it.
Clean the recess and put some gasket sealant there before fitting.

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The lens/dome type should fit in by hand, and then you flatten out the centre which expands the OD making it a tight fit.

to all the guys who wrote my a reply i thank you very much freeze plugs in an all good thanks guys have a good one ...laz