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1998 Chev siverado 350 5.7 Radiator drain plug


snoles
11-11-2009, 09:20 AM
I have a 1998 Chev Silverado 350 5.7. How is the radiator drained and if it has a drain plug where is it located.

Arrowshooter
11-11-2009, 02:16 PM
Plug is located at the bottom of the driver side tank. Simple twist and pull out.

snoles
11-11-2009, 02:22 PM
Looks like it's hard to get to. There is a skid place under the radiator. Does that have to be removed?

j cAT
11-11-2009, 05:06 PM
Looks like it's hard to get to. There is a skid place under the radiator. Does that have to be removed?

you get at it from the top...unless your 4 feet tall you can do it..
if you have short arms use a step stool...some times the valve will not want to turn use a spray bottle with dish soap/water in it to lube the plastic valve handle..


also adding a hose to the drain tube is recommended...

777stickman
11-12-2009, 10:04 AM
The skid plate you refer to comes off easily with 4 bolts. Mine comes off at every oil change for easier access to lube the tie rods.

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