Bulldog Plug & Socket

[DDJC]

Hi experts.

My external gas outlet socket is getting increasingly stiff to remove. Firstly, has anyone ever come across a Bulldog 6087D type plug that has a handle or grip, to facilitate turning and removal?

Secondly, is there any advice about what sort of lubricant I should use to make it easier to take out?

Thanks in advance.

 

[BusyBuilder]

Rub it down with some fine emery paper ?

 

[L' Hobo]

Hi experts.

My external gas outlet socket is getting increasingly stiff to remove. Firstly, has anyone ever come across a Bulldog 6087D type plug that has a handle or grip, to facilitate turning and removal?

Secondly, is there any advice about what sort of lubricant I should use to make it easier to take out?

Thanks in advance.

I would try a little olive oil, it's a natural oil so should not harm rubber etc? Or buy a new plug for about £20.

 

[daveandsan]

Silicone spray.

 

[tonyidle]

Hi experts.

My external gas outlet socket is getting increasingly stiff to remove. Firstly, has anyone ever come across a Bulldog 6087D type plug that has a handle or grip, to facilitate turning and removal?

Secondly, is there any advice about what sort of lubricant I should use to make it easier to take out?

Thanks in advance.

You mean Bullfinch I assume. I'd try silicone spray.

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[DDJC]

You mean Bullfinch I assume. I'd try silicone spray.

Bull something, anyway!!

 

[pappajohn]

Bull something, anyway!!

One of these?

 

[DDJC]

One of these?

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Yeah, but with a handle.

 

[pappajohn]

Very unlikely there's anything commercially available.
You could possibly arundite something suitable to the top.

 

[tonyidle]

It really should not be at all stiff. If cleaning and light lubrication doesn't sort it the socket needs replacing.

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[Landy Andy]

I’m surprised that it is difficult to operate. Mine takes very very little pressure, and have to be careful that pipe hangs downward otherwise it starts to release.