Dometic white drain plug?

[dennis 221]

What size tool do need to remove it.

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

Regular size 15/16” socket if I remember correctly. On an extension to clear the gas (?) line. Buy a couple extras, because the damn things cross thread in less than a heartbeat.

 

[Jon R]

Regular size 15/16” socket if I remember correctly. On an extension to clear the gas (?) line. Buy a couple extras, because the damn things cross thread in less than a heartbeat.

Turn it counter clockwise with your fingers until you feel the first thread drop, then clockwise with fingers, repeating if necessary until you are satisfied the threads have started correctly. I use this method on all kinds if things to avoid cross threading. It’s second nature to many, but some have never thought to turn the opposite direction.

 

[PaulT]

Turn it counter clockwise with your fingers until you feel the first thread drop, then clockwise with fingers, repeating if necessary until you are satisfied the threads have started correctly. I use this method on all kinds if things to avoid cross threading. It’s second nature to many, but some have never thought to turn the opposite direction.

+1 on counter clockwise looking for thread drop. Forces one to go slowly to start & increases chance of successful thread engagement.

Paul

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

Turn it counter clockwise with your fingers until you feel the first thread drop, then clockwise with fingers, repeating if necessary until you are satisfied the threads have started correctly. I use this method on all kinds if things to avoid cross threading. It’s second nature to many, but some have never thought to turn the opposite direction.

I always do, but still manage to occasionally cross thread them.

 

[dennis 221]

Thanks.

 

[dennis 221]

Has anyone replaced the stock plastic one with a metal one??

 

[dennis 221]

Wow... just watched a video on y do NOT want a metal drain plug

 

[Dipodomys]

Wow... just watched a video on y do NOT want a metal drain plug

So … why? Summary or link?