with out removing intake

 

is this a question or statement?

 

hey,

i know this is not my post but i'll be doing the freeze plugs sometime soon just always wonder should i use rtv or just clean it really well and tap them in wihtout sealant ?

marc

 

It may be possible to without removing the intake but wouldn't be easy. Removing the intake/exhaust isn't that bad and will give you full access to the freeze plugs. I recently replaced some on a used engine just because I had access and had previously had the rear one fail. If they are not leaking, I wouldn't touch them. And if you aren't willing to take the intake/exhaust manifolds off to get at them then I definitely wouldn't recommend it.

 

Last time I did the job, I used permatex hi-tac sealant.

 

See this.

 

noted, thanks

 

When my mechanic replaced my transmission he replaced the freeze plugs while it was put. Easiest way to get to it. But only if you have a lift at hand so you can stand under it. He also welded large washers together and used a crowbar or something of the sorts as a makeshift freeze plug puller, but then again it's all about preference, intake and manifold or transmission unless there is a third option?