Becharpa
New member
I accidentally had a piece of my screw driver fall into block heater hole while I was taking out the freeze plug? Any thoughts? Can I flush it out? Tried magnet can't find it? Will this harm my engine? Your help is appreciated.
Block Heater Issue
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PILOON
Super Star Member
Would not believe any harm can happen as it is in the water jacket area and only water/coolant flows there, mind you if it were to block a very tight water passage area then a 'hot spot' could occur.
Personally I would not worry.
The only thing your magnet will find is the engine block and ignore the bit.
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Personally I would not worry.
The only thing your magnet will find is the engine block and ignore the bit.
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tow653
Gold Member
I had the freeze plug fall in mine,,several hundred hours ago,couldn't get out and no problems.
A long shot but it might be worth while to take a look with a small inspection mirror/flashlight and or try a set of mechanical fingers.
I wouldn't think the velocity of the coolant in the lower block will be high enough to lift it up anywhere disastrous.
I wouldn't think the velocity of the coolant in the lower block will be high enough to lift it up anywhere disastrous.
CADplans
Elite Member
The radiator will act as a fliter to stop it from circulating!! :laughing:
Don't worry about it,,,, :confused2:
Don't worry about it,,,, :confused2: