Drain your oil without tools

[xkjnboix]

I saw this and thought i would share as it would make for an interesting topic of discussion. (not sure if this belongs under technical but ill move it if need be)

http://www.qwikvalve.com/F-106-14mm-1.5.html

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These are my personal views VVVVVVVVVV

Pros:
*No tools needed
*No more trips to honda for crush washers ( after 20+ oil changes its paid for itself )
*No more stripped oil pan threads ( for the little kiddies or women that DIY while you are working away from home )
*INEXPENSIVE !!!
*NON corrosive metals
"The Engine Oil Drain Valve has been tested and granted "Genuine Part" status by six major motor vehicle manufacturers in Japan"

Cons:
*No more magnetic bolt
*I dont see how dirty particles would completely drain without a completely open path. ( wouldnt it get clogged in the valve and then the valve would become useless?? )
*N-Series valve (with nipple to accept hose) is not recommended for passenger cars with low clearance."

8th gen civic oil change http://www.8thcivic.com/forums/engin...alve-pics.html

[iwork4mycb7]

looks like a good idea, but i wonder if with time does it get cloged.

['93CB7Ex]

i have a feeling that would get completely ripped off even if your car isnt that low.

[1badacc]

seems cool but i also wonder about it opening and all that nasty sludge and build up and or particles comin out fully

[xkjnboix]

seems cool but i also wonder about it opening and all that nasty sludge and build up and or particles comin out fully

im concerned about this also. i guess it would have to be taken off and cleaned depending on how dirty your engine is. ( 5-10 changes depending )

also it depends on which style you get. i would not get the elbowed ( L - Type style )

i have a feeling that would get completely ripped off even if your car isnt that low.

most only stick out 1/2" longer than oem bolts + on the cb7 chassis you would most likely hit the front xmember brace and headers b4 your oil pan.

slammed g37 members have used them 6 months no issues ( ie.


8th gen civic oil change http://www.8thcivic.com/forums/engin...alve-pics.html

[James Matteu]

I don't like it, looks like a solution looking for a problem.

[iwork4mycb7]

I don't like it, looks like a solution looking for a problem.

thats very true i like that sentence right there.

[br0nx finest]

I don't like it, looks like a solution looking for a problem.

x2

[cb7 dohc]

I might have to get one and try it out

[kouzie]

You still have to go under the car and take off oil filter anyway.

[Joshy]

The only worthwhile upside I see here is not having to worry about getting splashed by hot oil. Then again, the filter is what usually gets me.

Crush washers only cost like 5¢ each from Honda. If you buy 50 or so from the parts counter, they usually cut you a deal. Hell, I've gone into multiple dealers and asked for dozens at a time. They've given them to me for free on numerous occasions.

The drain plug shouldn't be a hassle to remove. It's a delicate bolt and should never be tightened with anything more than an open-ended wrench. If you strip it, you know you've done something wrong.

You still have to go under the car and take off oil filter anyway.

True that!

[wed3k]

fram makes a better one and it even has a cap for the nozzle.

[Ralphie]

The only worthwhile upside I see here is not having to worry about getting splashed by hot oil. Then again, the filter is what usually gets me.

Crush washers only cost like 5¢ each from Honda. If you buy 50 or so from the parts counter, they usually cut you a deal. Hell, I've gone into multiple dealers and asked for dozens at a time. They've given them to me for free on numerous occasions.

The drain plug shouldn't be a hassle to remove. It's a delicate bolt and should never be tightened with anything more than an open-ended wrench. If you strip it, you know you've done something wrong.



True that!

Yea the filer always got me....i did it so much on my cb that i had it down to a science but that friggin filter would splash me all the time haha!

[vietkid_2006]

1 Crush washer here at my dealership cost about 90 cents.

[Joshy]

1 Crush washer here at my dealership cost about 90 cents.

That's steep! I've never seen them priced that high.

I just looked at an old invoice from a local dealer, I bought 5 at 11¢ each.