1996 Chevrolet Silverado radiator drain plug

1996 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
248,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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JOE1953
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the radiator drain plug is broken on the radiator and the drain plug is plastic so I went to the parts store to buy one but they only had a braz drain plug can I use a braz drain plug instead of a plastic drain plug?
Jun 24, 2014 at 3:02 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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If it fits and doesn't leak, yes, you can use brass.
Jun 24, 2014 at 4:19 PM
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