Does drain plug washer is really required to replace every oil change?

**travajante** · July 31st, 2019 04:18 PM

Originally Posted by Walter

Makes it very easy for crazy people to pull a prank ...

Won't keying be a lot easier than getting under?[emoji16]

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**12vdc** · July 31st, 2019 04:29 PM

Originally Posted by Walter

Makes it very easy for crazy people to pull a prank ...

And the added protrusion on the sump makes it more prone to hit objects, that I'd be more worried running on low oil indicator unnoticed. This quick release is better suited for stationary engines like gensets.

**StockEngine** · July 31st, 2019 04:41 PM

I change my oil every month or so. I feel better when I hear the click on my torque wrench. than seeing this protrusion of a jig.

**travajante** · July 31st, 2019 05:20 PM

Originally Posted by 12vdc

And the added protrusion on the sump makes it more prone to hit objects, that I'd be more worried running on low oil indicator unnoticed. This quick release is better suited for stationary engines like gensets.

Really depends on where the hole faces. I won't recommend em on downward facing drains. Those I've got sit on side & out the way.
For those who prefer traditional plugs, you may wanna opt magnetic. Better yet, go Dimple.
https://www.drainplugmagnets.com/

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**shadow** · July 31st, 2019 05:30 PM

Originally Posted by travajante

Really depends on where the hole is on the pan.

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So not recommended for all vehicles.

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**shadow** · July 31st, 2019 05:35 PM

Originally Posted by Wave24/7

I remember I only changed only a couple of times on my 99 Civic about fifteen years ago. Only because my brother-in-law who’s a certified Honda tech gave me a bunch of those washers.

Before and after that, I just reuse them. Heck, I don’t even torque wrench the plugs.

The reason of diying is not only to save money, but also peace of mind that it was done right.... by you.

This is Philippines’ largest car forum.
How cool is that?

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But you can supervise, I even bring my own tools that I buy in the US for the mechanic to used and instruct carefully. step by step what should be done at least accordinf to the service manual that I could find on the internet. That's the advantage of living in PH, labor is cheap. DIYing without doing the actual dirty works. [emoji3526]

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**StockEngine** · July 31st, 2019 05:37 PM

Originally Posted by shadow

So not recommended for all vehicles.

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all drain holes are located at the bottom of the pan. additional protrusion isnt really helpful..

**shadow** · July 31st, 2019 05:40 PM

Originally Posted by StockEngine

all drain holes are located at the bottom of the pan. additional protrusion isnt really helpful..

Siguro recommended sa SUV mga matatas ground clearance

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**travajante** · July 31st, 2019 05:56 PM

Originally Posted by StockEngine

all drain holes are located at the bottom of the pan. additional protrusion isnt really helpful..

Bottom, yes, but most are side-facing, sir.

**travajante** · July 31st, 2019 06:00 PM

Originally Posted by shadow

So not recommended for all vehicles.

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Always best to check in detail before any mod, sir. In this case, the vehicle's drain placement & orientation.

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**Wave24/7** · July 31st, 2019 06:13 PM

Originally Posted by shadow

But you can supervise, I even bring my own tools that I buy in the US for the mechanic to used and instruct carefully. step by step what should be done at least accordinf to the service manual that I could find on the internet. That's the advantage of living in PH, labor is cheap. DIYing without doing the actual dirty works. [emoji3526]

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It’s ok, chicks dig strong, rough and manly hands..

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**travajante** · July 31st, 2019 06:21 PM

Originally Posted by Wave24/7

It’s ok, chicks dig strong, rough and manly hands..

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Hmmmm...this may be more theory than practice, sir. Got rough hands, but no diggin' anywhere.[emoji16]

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**shadow** · July 31st, 2019 06:59 PM

Originally Posted by Wave24/7

It’s ok, chicks dig strong, rough and manly hands..

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Dapat long fingers pa. [emoji23]

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**dr. d** · August 1st, 2019 01:23 AM

Originally Posted by Walter

Makes it very easy for crazy people to pull a prank ...

hard to tell whether the car has a stopcock or a bolt.

meaning to destroy an engine by draining it of oil, is not a prank.
and if they really want it, the wrench is almost as easy.

stealing the spare tire is probably just as easy, and more profitable, too.
heh heh.

**akosijhay** · August 1st, 2019 10:41 AM

Salamat mga boss. Dalhin ko nalang ulit sa casa ung unit ko at i-avail ung change oil promo nila dahil magka presyo na halos vs non-casa shops na pinag tanungan ko.

Cheers!

**nelyoung** · August 2nd, 2019 04:50 AM

Originally Posted by Wh1stl3r

Those are crush washers designed to get compressed to maintain a good seal with the pan. Used ones might not seal well anymore. That's why it's prudent to just replace them every oil change.

Totally agree. it's better to spend few bucks more to avoid leakage overtime. than to drain the whole pan just to replace the faulty washer. some washers are made of copper or alu and some are with rubber lip on the inner dia. Some service shops are using a suction pump with the hose inserted on the dipstick tube down to the bottom of the pan to drain the oil.. that leaves the drain plug untouched in its place permanently.

**travajante** · August 2nd, 2019 07:57 AM

Originally Posted by nelyoung

Some service shops are using a suction pump with the hose inserted on the dipstick tube down to the bottom of the pan to drain the oil.. that leaves the drain plug untouched in its place permanently.

Makes em good candidates for seized plugs.

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**yapoy86** · August 3rd, 2019 04:16 PM

Installed the fumoto valve.. nice fit to my 4d56 engine!

The package comes with a fumoto clip and the seller included the plastic nipple with hose extender..

The valve does not protrude.. just like the old drain plug.. its just longer by 10mm and in no way can be hit by rocks underneath..

**dr. d** · August 3rd, 2019 04:50 PM

Originally Posted by yapoy86

Installed the fumoto valve.. nice fit to my 4d56 engine!

The package comes with a fumoto clip and the seller included the plastic nipple with hose extender..

The valve does not protrude.. just like the old drain plug.. its just longer by 10mm and in no way can be hit by rocks underneath..

congratulations, travs!
you have a convert!

best wishes to you, too, yaps.

**chronicle** · August 3rd, 2019 04:52 PM

Originally Posted by yapoy86

Installed the fumoto valve.. nice fit to my 4d56 engine!

The package comes with a fumoto clip and the seller included the plastic nipple with hose extender..

The valve does not protrude.. just like the old drain plug.. its just longer by 10mm and in no way can be hit by rocks underneath..

So tama ba 2.5k nga? Based sa fb search.
Or cheaper?

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