Thread: Filler/drain plug spanner

The gearbox filler if it is an R380 is a TORX fiiting.
I removed mine and fitted a 1/2" plumbing water plug. Now it's just a matter of using a socket or ring spanner on it . EASY AS NOW, difficult before though.

8) the swivels have a drain plug, on later models i think they deleted it,
as the early jiggers had oil filled then lr went to greased for life,
8) harry

I bought the correct TORX fitting from the local part place for $5.

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>Unfortunatly all the plugs and drains have been locktighted or glued in place. A 1 meter extension bar was needed to remove them all.
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I know exactly how you felt, I was worried I would crack the Transfer box case with two feet (and toes) on the end of the bar.

The things hiding at the bottom of the toolbox under the seat so I cant tell you the exact size at the moment.
(the MTF94 oil can be sourced from the local Caltex/Ampol if they are cooperative @ $127 for 20L)

Bushie

Yes it is a torx bolt.
The size is T55 and now has a home in the bottem of my tool box.
Like my 98 disco no drain plugs in the swivle housing, use grease, but I ask, how do you drain or keep an eye as to any water in them, taping them and putting a drain plug in is a job for next time there off.

Thanks for the info its proved most usefull.
love this forum its great to have some where were people are willing to share their knowledge. Adds to the land rover experience (Like oil leaks)