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MidnightMonkey · 09-03-2012, 03:34 PM

The stuff does pour like water. Just changed at 1144. Couldn't find any Penzoil Premium 0w20 so just picked up 6 quarts from the dealer. I somewhat agree with OP. The sound difference is totally noticeable, I just don't think it's as drastic as what he described.

Akired86 · 09-05-2012, 08:45 AM

Really $20 dollars for Toyota Oil filter? Only $7.50 in SoCal. I change my oil at 2000 miles Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy 0W-20. Engine smooth out about 2300, notice MPG going up as well.

SF-FRS · 09-06-2012, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragon86

Does Toyota use Subaru oil during an oil change?

I just got my oil change done at a Toyota dealer....They have there own 0/20 blend motor oil

mokhope31 · 09-13-2012, 05:54 AM

Could it be that the overfill of the oil was the cause of the change in engine noise? To find out I went back under the car the next day. I attached a short hose with the little plastic connector that came with my Fumoto oil valve. I was able to drain exactly 0.5 quart of oil from the oil pan by only partially opening the valve to control the flow. Wow! I would not have been able to do this so precisely without the Fumoto valve. Also, I used only one blue paper shop towel for the entire procedure including checking the dipstick afterwards!

Laika · 09-19-2012, 06:23 PM

If anyone is curious on the safety of using a fumoto valve on this car....

I just put mine on and it's very secure and surrounded by underbody panels. It's also recessed below the panels so I'm definitely not worried!

ninjasaurusrex · 11-02-2012, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Hawaiian

I also used rhino ramps and a 2x4 to get my car up.

You can get the filter and crush washer from subaru dealers for about $10 bucks for the combo. I also posted a link in the oil filter thread if you plan to change your oil a lot. the site was selling them for 6.40 each.

I just called my subaru and Toyota dealerships, the price is like 50 cents difference, are they the same filters?

jazztennor · 11-02-2012, 02:09 PM

does anyone know if i purchase the fumoto valve will it void the warranty for service? I get free oil changes and other maintenance. I would like to purchase the fumoto valve and have them install it when i call for an oil change.

st0k3d · 11-02-2012, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jazztennor

does anyone know if i purchase the fumoto valve will it void the warranty for service? I get free oil changes and other maintenance. I would like to purchase the fumoto valve and have them install it when i call for an oil change.

Why would you waste your money on a part that makes it easier for a DIY guy on the ground to do an oil change, if you get free oil changes? What kind of oil drain bolt could void a warranty? Full of derp.

Hawaiian · 11-02-2012, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ninjasaurusrex

I just called my subaru and Toyota dealerships, the price is like 50 cents difference, are they the same filters?

They are the same. But in the first few months some toyota dealers were charging $20 a pop for them while the subaru dealers were charging 8.

Brzer · 11-02-2012, 11:14 PM

Does the valve make it possible to change the oil without using ramps or a rack?

OrbitalEllipses · 11-03-2012, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Brzer

Does the valve make it possible to change the oil without using ramps or a rack?

If you can fit a tray under the car and wiggle your hand under there to open the valve.

Without this valve I used to change the oil on my stock height (4x4, heh) WRX without lifting it.

gmookher · 11-03-2012, 12:28 PM

when installing my fumoto I tossed the iffy fiber washer and went with a copper washer combined witha factory crush washer, no leaks, and I get a bit better drainage, as the threads dont sit as high into the pan. I also too some sand paper and put some crosshair like roughness on one side of the dipstick, it helps the oil 'stick' if you will and makes it easy to read level

I think my ramps are the rhino 8000s... having lowered, I still need some wood to get it up....LOL

park one set of wheels up on the curb and oil changes under 5 minutes, no mess, no ramps

BigFatFlip · 11-03-2012, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brzer

Does the valve make it possible to change the oil without using ramps or a rack?

You may still need a ramp, or at least a way have enough clearance to reach the valve to do the oil change, since you'll need to attach the plastic adapter/barb and tubing and be able to open the valve. I happen to have a steep enough curb on my garage that I can reach the valve from the side, so no need for my rhino ramps.

Grimlock · 11-08-2012, 08:55 AM

I have an oil extractor, so I'm not even going to have to lift the car up to do my oil changes. Remove the dipstick, insert tube, and pump. It works really well on my Miata (I can spin off the filter from the engine bay as well).

No muss, no fuss, no mess.

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=oil+extractor"]Amazon.com: oil extractor[/ame]

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MidnightMonkey I am the one who knocks! Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: 2013 Whiteout FR-S MT Location: Maryland Posts: 44 Thanks: 5 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	The stuff does pour like water. Just changed at 1144. Couldn't find any Penzoil Premium 0w20 so just picked up 6 quarts from the dealer. I somewhat agree with OP. The sound difference is totally noticeable, I just don't think it's as drastic as what he described. __________________ ----------------------------------------------------- MidnightMonkey's MT Whiteout FR-S Thread!

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Akired86 Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S Asphalt Location: SoCal Posts: 51 Thanks: 12 Thanked 21 Times in 11 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	Really $20 dollars for Toyota Oil filter? Only $7.50 in SoCal. I change my oil at 2000 miles Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy 0W-20. Engine smooth out about 2300, notice MPG going up as well. __________________

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mokhope31 Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: BMW Location: Australia Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Could it be that the overfill of the oil was the cause of the change in engine noise? To find out I went back under the car the next day. I attached a short hose with the little plastic connector that came with my Fumoto oil valve. I was able to drain exactly 0.5 quart of oil from the oil pan by only partially opening the valve to control the flow. Wow! I would not have been able to do this so precisely without the Fumoto valve. Also, I used only one blue paper shop towel for the entire procedure including checking the dipstick afterwards! __________________ Reverse camera monitor kit

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jazztennor Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: Scion FR-s Location: Concord NC Posts: 422 Thanks: 41 Thanked 109 Times in 70 Posts Mentioned: 29 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	does anyone know if i purchase the fumoto valve will it void the warranty for service? I get free oil changes and other maintenance. I would like to purchase the fumoto valve and have them install it when i call for an oil change. __________________ Upgrades EVO 3 Exhaust,Emblem swap,Full Carbon Interior,Greddy intake

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Brzer Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: BRZ, 2011 Outback 3.6R Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 41 Thanks: 5 Thanked 8 Times in 5 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Does the valve make it possible to change the oil without using ramps or a rack?

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gmookher Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: VortechSC,BorlaEL,Perrin,GCRace Location: HighHeatHighAltitudeAZ,USA Posts: 2,254 Thanks: 458 Thanked 669 Times in 394 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	when installing my fumoto I tossed the iffy fiber washer and went with a copper washer combined witha factory crush washer, no leaks, and I get a bit better drainage, as the threads dont sit as high into the pan. I also too some sand paper and put some crosshair like roughness on one side of the dipstick, it helps the oil 'stick' if you will and makes it easy to read level I think my ramps are the rhino 8000s... having lowered, I still need some wood to get it up....LOL park one set of wheels up on the curb and oil changes under 5 minutes, no mess, no ramps

11-08-2012, 08:55 AM	#84
Grimlock Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: BRZ and NA Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 878 Thanks: 46 Thanked 270 Times in 167 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	I have an oil extractor, so I'm not even going to have to lift the car up to do my oil changes. Remove the dipstick, insert tube, and pump. It works really well on my Miata (I can spin off the filter from the engine bay as well). No muss, no fuss, no mess. [ame="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=oil+extractor"]Amazon.com: oil extractor[/ame]

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