Interesting, which one works with the JL?Femco valves achieve the same thing in a totally different way and are also in heavy use by fleet operators. However, the Femco compact sticks out from the oil pan no more than the stock plug.
When we assess risk, we consider 2 factors.
I can't seem to figure out how I came up with the right model. The website mentions to email them for info.
There’s not a valve out there that will prevent more than an ounce or two from draining. You’re either burning oil or guesstimating wrong. Or a little of both
Only takes 5 seconds with a valve.
I don’t have a pic handy, but I cut a length of 1/2” PVC and wedged it between the battery tray and the air box. Drain tube lives there between oil changes.
I’ve purchased nearly 100 Fumoto valves from Amazon for my fleet at work. IIRC, they’re all sold by Fumoto.None of the above.
I've used fumoto valves for decades. They are top quality items. However, I was a little concerned about how much they all seem to stick out.
It's probably nothing and would not cause a problem. But there is no reason to even roll the dice when there is a competitor that makes a product that is very very low profile.
Femco valves achieve the same thing in a totally different way and are also in heavy use by fleet operators. However, the Femco compact sticks out from the oil pan no more than the stock plug.
When we assess risk, we consider 2 factors.
1)How likely is it that this will occur
2) how severe are the consequences of this failure.
I'd suggest that the chance is very low. But the consequences are severe. So the risk is enough that some people who off road may want to consider similar quality alternatives that don't stick out nearly as far.
I'd never buy anything for this purpose from Amazon. I've bought my Fumoto valves always from fumotousa.com. Then I know I'm getting a real Japanese product, not a Chinese knock off.
This is what I did, I get a complete drain.
Stated like another fellow engineer. LOL Merry Christmas and thank you for the tip on these drains.None of the above.
I've used fumoto valves for decades. They are top quality items. However, I was a little concerned about how much they all seem to stick out.
It's probably nothing and would not cause a problem. But there is no reason to even roll the dice when there is a competitor that makes a product that is very very low profile.
Femco valves achieve the same thing in a totally different way and are also in heavy use by fleet operators. However, the Femco compact sticks out from the oil pan no more than the stock plug.
When we assess risk, we consider 2 factors.
1)How likely is it that this will occur
2) how severe are the consequences of this failure.
I'd suggest that the chance is very low. But the consequences are severe. So the risk is enough that some people who off road may want to consider similar quality alternatives that don't stick out nearly as far.
I'd never buy anything for this purpose from Amazon. I've bought my Fumoto valves always from fumotousa.com. Then I know I'm getting a real Japanese product, not a Chinese knock off.
For some reason I thought the JL 3.6L was a 14x1.5 thread? Anyone?When we assess risk, we consider 2 factors.
1)How likely is it that this will occur
2) how severe are the consequences of this failure.
I'd suggest that the chance is very low. But the consequences are severe. So the risk is enough that some people who off road may want to consider similar quality alternatives that don't stick out nearly as far.
I'd never buy anything for this purpose from Amazon. I've bought my Fumoto valves always from fumoto
I can't seem to figure out how I came up with the right model. The website mentions to email them for info.
My packaging doesn't have any details. But the actual valve itself (in addition to the hose fixture) had this label on it. I haven't installed mine yet because I've got one more Wave oil change left. But it receives universally excellent reviews, just like Fumoto.
I hope I've got the right one. Like I said, I haven't actually installed mine yet.
You might give them a call.
I just ordered one with a straight drain tube. $9.95 for shipping. A whopping total of $69.25! I figured; I'll give this one a try. Thanks again to this forum and for spending my money.
LOL
Just trying to make sure you make your patriotic contribution to the economy.I just ordered one with a straight drain tube. $9.95 for shipping. A whopping total of $69.25! I figured; I'll give this one a try. Thanks again to this forum and for spending my money.
Merry Christmas, All!
