When there is no problem with clearance, I replace 'allen' head bolts with normal ones.
Verify thread.... M18x1.5????
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Multi spline screw simply screws in and grabs, then lefty loosey and I've never need to drill it out, as I recommended earlier. Just use the biggest one that screws in. If it slips, step up to the next size.
Problem with 'external' grabbing extractors is that the extractor socket will push into the pan cover and might not get enough of a grip. As it slips, it moves forward into pan, transmission cover, differential cover..... Needs to be a pretty good match and works better on thicker nuts/boltheads and not rounds.
Both internal/external Irwin sets have served me for years. Never needed torches.
For 10mm Allen/hexhead drain bolts, only use genuine Allen wrenches or quality hexhead sockets(like snap-on etc). I find the Asian generics/lesser brands strip every time.
And, brute force doesn't work. Invest in impact wrenches. Breaker bars break/strip. Vibration loosens.
An HF 3/8" wrench would've knocked it out easily.
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If not, the 1/2" would definitely.
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Obviously, you can use whatever brand 3/8" or 1/2" impact driver/wrench that you want... Ryobi, Milwauki, Dewalt, Kobalt... I find them priceless.
Torque the new drain plugs with new washers.