Kubota B2401 clutch plug stuck on loader frame!

[jamie_]

I'm trying to drain the clutch housing on my Kubota B2401, but the drain plug only backs out about 3/8" before it hits the loader frame.
has anyone successfully removed this plug without having to disconnect the loader? any tricks or specialty tools that worked?

 

[Orangebuffalo]

You might be able to get it out with a thin box-end wrench or a flex-head ratchet, sometimes, just having the right angle tool can save you from the trouble of pulling the loader.

 

[Apric0t]

yep, been there. get it out far enough to see the threads, and just cut about 1/4" off the end of the bolt with a hacksaw or Dremel
you only need a few threads to hold the seal, and shortening the plug means it’ll actually clear the frame next time you need to drain it
make sure to clean the threads with a file so it doesn't cross thread going back in

 

[Alan]

Thanks for the tip! That’s a really smart workaround. I appreciate you sharing what actually worked in real life.