7/16th Bar

Post by **Tweedy** » Thu Nov 13, 2008 8:15 pm

Hi all
Does anyone know where I can get a 7/16th square bar to take out the drain plug on the back axle
cheers
Bob<br>

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Post by **IslipMinor** » Thu Nov 13, 2008 8:29 pm

Tweedy,

You can get a set of square and hex adaptors that fit in a socket (usually 3/4" AF) from motor accessory shop or maybe Halfords?

Post by **alex_holden** » Thu Nov 13, 2008 9:02 pm

You can buy one:
http://morrisminorspares.co.uk/shop/pro ... ts_id=2050

Alternatively I made one from one of those little square rods that goes between two household door handles, welded to a piece of angle iron as the handle.

Post by **bmcecosse** » Thu Nov 13, 2008 9:11 pm

I found the 3/8" square drive from one of my socket sets worked well enough. It was a bit loose - but no danger of it slipping. The plug was VERY tight in my axle - but it came out ok.

Post by **rayofleamington** » Thu Nov 13, 2008 11:24 pm

I found the 3/8" square drive from one of my socket sets worked well enough.

I've done that a few times but if it's especially tight, the undersize square will make matters worse by trying to spread the square out.

I've now got a multiple set of drive pieces that fit a 19mm socket - not expensive if you can shop around some of the online DIY/tool suppliers (if you order enough stuff to qualify for free delivery... I add oil, grinder disks etc... if needed but one of them now has reduced to >£10 = free delivery!)

Post by **Dominic** » Fri Nov 14, 2008 8:23 am

I ground an old 1/2" drive short extension to the correct size, slightly tapering it. Works a treat.
Dom

Post by **Kevin** » Fri Nov 14, 2008 3:59 pm

Yes Halfords do both the universal drain plug spanner
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stor ... yId_165469
or
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stor ... yId_165469

But your local motor factor or accessory shop should also keep them.

Post by **bmcecosse** » Fri Nov 14, 2008 4:39 pm

I like the Halfords comment that it fits 'most sizes' - but doesn't detail what they are!

Post by **Tweedy** » Fri Nov 14, 2008 8:44 pm

Dominic,
Hi Dom
Might take your advice on that
cheers
Bob

Post by **Tweedy** » Fri Nov 14, 2008 8:48 pm

Kevin,
Hi Kevin, I will try them, as I have been everywhere else.
Thanks a lot
Bob

Post by **tingo** » Sat Nov 15, 2008 4:49 pm

Hi Tweedy, I bought an 11mm square axle drain plug key from my local motor factor for £3.45, and it works fine. A 3/8" socket drive fits on the back.<br>

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Post by **rayofleamington** » Sat Nov 15, 2008 7:33 pm

I've got the same type as Tingo, but in a set of 5 on a round pin... for less than twice the price of that one. Can't for the life of me remember exactly where I got them though!

Post by **Tweedy** » Sat Nov 15, 2008 7:39 pm

Hi tingo
Do you think that they will have one at Motor World I think we have one in Bridlington so I will try them on monday.
Thanks for your help
Bob

Post by **Tweedy** » Sat Nov 15, 2008 7:43 pm

rayofleamington,
Hi Ray
Did you get yours at a place like Motor World, by the way, you get about a bit in your Moggy.
Thanks
Bob

Post by **tingo** » Sun Nov 16, 2008 11:01 am

Hi Ray - I could have had a set of 7 for a tenner, but I'll never use the other 6. I don't mind paying my local shop a bit extra. Have you ever been to a chain store and asked for a square thingy for the axle oil? Well worth an extra quid for the translation service!

Hi Tweedy - if you are going to a chain store on Monday I suggest you print out the picture above and hope for the best. Let us know how you get on, good luck!

Post by **rayofleamington** » Sun Nov 16, 2008 1:44 pm

Hi Ray - I could have had a set of 7 for a tenner, but I'll never use the other 6. I don't mind paying my local shop a bit extra. Have you ever been to a chain store and asked for a square thingy for the axle oil? Well worth an extra quid for the translation service

I bet!
I've looked in screwfix and toolstation catalogue's and they don't have that type - so as mentioned I am at a loss to find out where I got mine.
I got the set because I have the pleasure of working on loads of different cars (friends / relatives / my own) and have had to beg and borrow square drive adapters in the past - I hate having to borrow tools as it's missing an opportunity to buy them instead

I suggest you print out the picture above

That would help at most stores, but I can think of one common store where you may still get a very confused look!

Post by **Onne** » Sun Nov 16, 2008 4:06 pm

Computer says no?

Post by **bmcecosse** » Sun Nov 16, 2008 4:14 pm

Heh heh - I like it!

Post by **Tweedy** » Sun Nov 16, 2008 6:38 pm

tingo,
Hi tingo
Just printed it out, I will go round the shops tomorrow and see what happens, dont know what the oil or whatever is in it is like but its making no noise. ( or should I leave it ) anyway thanks and I will have a go.
Bob

Post by **Tweedy** » Mon Nov 17, 2008 8:35 pm

Hi tingo
Got a ESM catalogue today and there is a universal one in the catalogue £3:95p so I will go for that, I dont know what else it fits but it looks a big un so thanks to all for replying to my message no doubt I will be back on here again.
Thanks to all
Bob