Any tips for getting core plugs out?

[Tkul88]

Can't budge core plugs that cover the cam shaft ends. Any tricks or tips?

Thanks

 

[Bluebeard]

The black plastic ones?

 

[Tkul88]

Well they're mainly metal with a plastic/rubber section in the middle.

The ones that allow you access to fit Renault camshaft locking tool (horseshoe type)

 

[SkidMarx]

Smack it at the top with a screwdriver or a punch and it will flip the bottom bit out, Failing that, screwdriver through the middle and pry it out.
If your doing a cambelt and got stuck at that bit I'd leave it alone tbh.

 

[Bluebeard]

Well they're mainly metal with a plastic/rubber section in the middle.

The ones that allow you access to fit Renault camshaft locking tool (horseshoe type)

Smash a screw driver into them and pull them out.

 

[Tkul88]

Thanks all sorted now!

By the way whilst I appreciate your help, comments like 'if you got stuck there, you shouldn't be doing it at all' really knock confidence.

Just FYI doesn't help. How else do people learn? I know the risks.

 

[SkidMarx]

Was'nt trying to be an arse or knock your confidence, But these are not the easiest of belts to do. Good luck with it.

 

[Tkul88]

Thanks. It can be difficult sometimes when you haven't got the technical knowledge or indeed someone to guide you that you know.

Sometimes you just have to dig in and give it your best. Especially when your only other option is to spend £1200 on a new engine... Kinda makes you want to learn it properly

 

[SkidMarx]

Fair play.
If you take your time an check everything 3 times along the way, you should be ok.