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I don’t remember ever having to drill one out.. I guess I’ve been lucky on the ones I’ve worked on. That was back in the early 90’s, haven’t seen one for quite a few years. I think I’d try the Torx bit approach that Bill suggested first. Grab one of those cheaper priced multi bit assorted kits in the plastic box from Menards, Home Depot etc. Try using a 1/4 socket with a ratchet to turn the bit. The problem with using Spiral Easy Outs, is they will usually cause the part your trying to remove to expand, and make the problem worse. The other issue is to find an extractor that’s small enough to fit INSIDE the hexagon area where you would drill the hole. I’ll post a picture in the morning of the extractor set I use, when I get to the shop. I’d pick up a couple more of the allen drain plugs and put in a new one each time you change the gear lube, and use a new allen wrench as well. Hope this helps!
Edit: I’ve never tried the Black and Decker extractor set pictured above. I was reffering to the old fashioned Easy Outs…