Re: IML: '67 440cid freeze plugs

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Dave, I've thought the same way, when it's a driver, who cares? I was at Detroit Drag-Way, and lost a freeze plug on one of my Road Runners, it was a small leak, I removed a screw from the sill plate and screwed it in the hole.We finished the days racing, I drove that car for another year, and never replaced the plug.Dave.

 

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From: "Dave Wilker" <wilkerbeast01@xxxxxxxxxxx>

> This will probably raise howls of indignation, but when I have had to remove
> back-of-the-head freeze plugs ('73 Charger, '65 Ford PU) I have been able to
> make a small opening in the firewall, use a punch to knock the plug
> sideways, remove it and install the new one.
>
>
>
> David C. Wilker Jr.
> USAF (RET)
>
>
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> Sent: Monday, February 12, 2007 8:14 AM
> Subject: IML: '67 440cid freeze plugs
>
>
> > Hi everyone:
> >
> > Can anyone confirm the diameter of the freeze plug in the head on my '67
> > Imperial 4 40cid? The local auto parts store shows 1&1/2".
> >
> > Also, any issues with using the rubber type of plug in the head? I'm
> > trying to do this with the engine in the car, I think the rubber kind will
> > be easier. The bad plug is on the passenger side between the back 2
> > exhaust ports, behind the exhaust manifold. Is the rubber plug OK next to
> > all that heat? It is a somewhat temporary fix, and I'm prepared to do it
> > again, if needed. I just want to get her running again.
> >
> > When I pull the exhaust manifold, I'll need a new gasket. Any special
> > choices on the type? Do I use a high heat gasket sealer on it?
> >
> > Thanks for any tips offered.
> >
> > Dan Richardson
> > '67 Imperial (engine in my '65 300L Family Heirloom)
> >
> >
> >
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