where are you buying fumoto valve for engine oil pans? amazon?
oreilly or autozone don't seem to carry at least on their websites...
oreilly or autozone don't seem to carry at least on their websites...
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Fumoto Valve
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Amazon. But the postage for the locking clip is more than the clip.
i see. i am looking at $28.95 + $4.99 shipping as it's Not eligible for Amazon Prime
SUM16 gives 5% off from their website store There were numerous coupon codes for free shipping, Veteran Day, etc.
ACC50 was 50% off for accessories, not sure it's still valid. Senior Citizens Day was a day ago and had discount on merchandise and shipping. One day late, but more to come..
ACC50 was 50% off for accessories, not sure it's still valid. Senior Citizens Day was a day ago and had discount on merchandise and shipping. One day late, but more to come..
You can buy some on eBay but i bought my jeep one from their website
The Fomoto valve might stick down (vulnerable to being struck by something) if you install it in your oil pan.
Good luck. Some people love 'em, some don't.
I love the idea and when I went to buy one the shopman (had the entire line in stock) dissuaded me unequivocally.
Good luck. Some people love 'em, some don't.
I love the idea and when I went to buy one the shopman (had the entire line in stock) dissuaded me unequivocally.
Originally Posted By: Kira
The Fomoto valve might stick down (vulnerable to being struck by something) if you install it in your oil pan.
Good luck. Some people love 'em, some don't.
I love the idea and when I went to buy one the shopman (had the entire line in stock) dissuaded me unequivocally.
why and how?
The Fomoto valve might stick down (vulnerable to being struck by something) if you install it in your oil pan.
Good luck. Some people love 'em, some don't.
I love the idea and when I went to buy one the shopman (had the entire line in stock) dissuaded me unequivocally.
why and how?
If someone dissuades me unequivocally from using a Fumoto valve, it would have to application-related versus the stoutness of the valve itself. I've used a Fumoto valve for about ten years and IMO the upside far outweighs the downside unless it's a particularly vulnerable location issue or you go four wheeling through logs and brush with no plate, cage or cowl protecting the location, etc.
I agree that the "why and how" would have to be known before someone can make a determination that they're "bad" for a particular vehicle or suffer someone advising they're "bad" in and of themselves. In my application, I feel safe in saying that a locking ball valve combined with a clip lock above a protective ( but open ) cowl is enough protection that if something did get up there it would likely take the oil pan out along with the valve.
I agree that the "why and how" would have to be known before someone can make a determination that they're "bad" for a particular vehicle or suffer someone advising they're "bad" in and of themselves. In my application, I feel safe in saying that a locking ball valve combined with a clip lock above a protective ( but open ) cowl is enough protection that if something did get up there it would likely take the oil pan out along with the valve.
they make the valves with short nipples in case your drain plug is straight down and car sits low to the ground or as mentioned above you 4 wheel and can get hung up on something.
in my case i am using it on a passenger vehicle and the the drain bolt is not straight down so i could use either the short or longer nipple version.
in my case i am using it on a passenger vehicle and the the drain bolt is not straight down so i could use either the short or longer nipple version.
I've gotten a few off eBay that were new, but open package for ~2/3 the price of new. Like said, they're great for certain applications. Newer Subarus or higher ground clearance vehicles being one of them
To Gebo: Why? you sak?
He said they weren't necessary.
He said they leak.
He said they're best for tapping into big truck oiling systems to get samples without a full drain.
He said I'm better off doing sump plug drains because the drain hole drains faster.
And, last but not least, it was a truckers supply shop and maybe he thought I was a bafoon.
How, you ask?
He said it in English. Real easy to understand. Kira
He said they weren't necessary.
He said they leak.
He said they're best for tapping into big truck oiling systems to get samples without a full drain.
He said I'm better off doing sump plug drains because the drain hole drains faster.
And, last but not least, it was a truckers supply shop and maybe he thought I was a bafoon.
How, you ask?
He said it in English. Real easy to understand. Kira
I've had a Fumoto Drain Valve in my vehicle for (4) years now.
I do (2) oil changes per year.
I slip a stubby Drain Hose onto the Fumoto and insert it into an 'empty' 5 Qt. Oil Jug.
Open Fumoto, and wait.
Once done draining, put cap onto 5 Qt. jug.
Take old oil in for recycling.
Very simple and mess free.
I do (2) oil changes per year.
I slip a stubby Drain Hose onto the Fumoto and insert it into an 'empty' 5 Qt. Oil Jug.
Open Fumoto, and wait.
Once done draining, put cap onto 5 Qt. jug.
Take old oil in for recycling.
Very simple and mess free.
Originally Posted By: Kira
The Fomoto valve might stick down (vulnerable to being struck by something) if you install it in your oil pan.
Good luck. Some people love 'em, some don't.
I love the idea and when I went to buy one the shopman (had the entire line in stock) dissuaded me unequivocally.
Kinda hard to imagine that one. The lever is recessed and spring loaded, and now they make a nice little clip that goes over the lever for extra securement. But I guess anything is possible. I have been using them since the last century and not had any problem. Cars, Pickups, ag equipment, semi trucks, etc. And I have bottomed out pickups and jeeps frequently on back area farm country erosion ditches and such. Nary a problem. Have well over 1 million miles with them on semi trucks and never had one single leak.
The Fomoto valve might stick down (vulnerable to being struck by something) if you install it in your oil pan.
Good luck. Some people love 'em, some don't.
I love the idea and when I went to buy one the shopman (had the entire line in stock) dissuaded me unequivocally.
Kinda hard to imagine that one. The lever is recessed and spring loaded, and now they make a nice little clip that goes over the lever for extra securement. But I guess anything is possible. I have been using them since the last century and not had any problem. Cars, Pickups, ag equipment, semi trucks, etc. And I have bottomed out pickups and jeeps frequently on back area farm country erosion ditches and such. Nary a problem. Have well over 1 million miles with them on semi trucks and never had one single leak.
I've had one on my sienna since 2005. Still works like new and makes changes very simple.
I had another one in use since 2007 and on its second vehicle, my F150 for the last 4 years. It would be my first purchase (if one of my current ones didn't fit) for my next new vehicle.
I had another one in use since 2007 and on its second vehicle, my F150 for the last 4 years. It would be my first purchase (if one of my current ones didn't fit) for my next new vehicle.
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Had one on my old car... no issues with it (my car was also lowered). I had the retaining clip, but didn't bother with it after a few oil changes.
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