Broken radiator drain plug?

JAMESG14

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Looking for advice on removing a radiator drain plug. The plastic piece to turn the plastic is broken off. I'll include pictures.

I've tried a paid of needle nose pliers. I also tried heating up a allen wrench and trying to melt a hole so that I can turn. But I don't seem to be getting anywhere.

I'll include pictures and video of the area.

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JAMESG14

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Monday, October 31st, 2022 AT 5:32 PM

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Monday, October 31st, 2022 AT 5:34 PM

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I will add that no coolant is leaking, I am just wanting to do a flush. I know that I can remove the radiator hose but wanted to try and get it done the right way.

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Monday, October 31st, 2022 AT 5:37 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

I don't blame you for wanting to do it right. I wish more people were like that. LOL

I watched the video, and you should be able to get a pair of pliers on its sides and turn it. It appears to have enough on the sides to grab easily with pliers.

I copied a pic from your video and circled where I would attach pliers.

Let me know if you have already tried this.

Take care,

Joe

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