It seems than at Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:59:34 -0700, Jim wrote: > >> Unfortunately my SA spec OM617 does not have a threaded hole > >> for the block heater - there is a normal welsch plug . > > requires a _big_ lever and a very sturdy 17 mm (3/4 inch) > > hex. But once the plug is loose, the rest of the job is > > easy. *smile* > > His point is that his engine does _not_ have any 17mm Allen > plugs in it. Just that pressed-in sheet metal plug like > you would find on a Chubby 350. The real question is > whether one would find threads in the block if one > chiseled out the plug or not. If not, then you'd > probably have to put back another welch plug.
Got it. I'm slow at times.... -- Philip _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
