You didn't use a metric cresent wrench to take it off did you?

 

When ever I get a drain plug that tight I use a 6 point socket of the correct size and a long ratchet. Works every time unless some asshat rounded it off them it's the big vise grip and new plug.

 

This thread is a prime example of why I do the family's oil changes now. 2007 Ford Focus- new drain plug because some **** decided to super tighten it. My '91 XJ- New drain plug, same reason. My mothers '02 Escape almost needed it, but I finally got it loose. I just tighten them to snug, then give them one good grunt. Good to go.

 

I couldnt believe how tight it was... even if I had the wrong wrench , it shuldnt have needed that much exertion for it to come off, thought i was gonna **** myself. But its all good now.. Picked up a new drain plug tonight!!! No problem!!

 

i saw a "Otto the mechanic" change the oil in this lady's car (i went for an inspection) and he put the wrench on and pull so hard to tighten the plug that he picked himself up off the floor! i was like wtf?? guess the same happened to you.

 

I love the name Otto the mechanic, just sounds so fitting.

 

i know right?? had to use it. Otto>

 

Its funny after commenting on thusbi went to change my oil and I guess when they replaced the oil pump they super tightened It And it took ten minutes of pulling myself around with the ratchet. I laughed while I wasbunder there thinking of this thread.