Do you change your own oil? If so, why? - Page 5 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

tranzformer · 04-09-2012, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chulooz

just need to be able to reach the valve.

That is my point. If the car doesn't have the ground clearance you won't be able to without having it on a lift or ramps.

Mr.Jay · 04-09-2012, 03:54 PM

are these fumoto valve pretty solid for build?

I would hate to throw one on and have it leak within a few years

I don't know about getting one of these fumoto valve with the nipple if you are going to lower the car more since it looks like the nipples do stick out under the car

blur · 04-09-2012, 04:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr.Jay

are these fumoto valve pretty solid for build?

I would hate to throw one on and have it leak within a few years

I don't know about getting one of these fumoto valve with the nipple if you are going to lower the car more since it looks like the nipples do stick out under the car

Actually they don't stick out, it wont affect ground clearance, at least that's the case for my car... don't know about the 86. And they seem to be quality built

Quote:

A real corker - If life is simply a process of trying to keep your hands clean, this little gadget from Japan will help. It replaces your oil drain plug and has a spring-loaded valve so you can drop the dirty lube quickly and without tools. We put a sample valve through the Auto Week stress-test and discovered that the valve was a quality built item, the polished valve and tight seals, and a locking feature. It withstood many hours of opening and closing. - "AutoWeek Magazine"

ZSwierczynski · 04-11-2012, 04:34 PM

When you work at a dealership, you see all the "mistakes" the lube techs and techs might and sometimes do mess up. I don't want my car with anyone except me if I can do the change.

I put my car in the garage and grab some jacks to lift it in the air just a bit to get under. Then I change my synthetic(Amsoil

and I rotate my tires every other change. I know I should rotate them every time but I am at 38,800(ish) miles and my thread is still pretty good. It looks like another 6-7 months left on the thread on my tires til I got to get them replace.

Chenslee · 04-11-2012, 05:49 PM

I've had my share of bad experiences at lube shops. Half-assed attempts to wash my windows with oily rags, unwanted washer fluids, loose drain plugs, and one time the guy yanked the parking brake and screeched my car back to me. Another time the oil nozzle got jammed in so hard it bent a flange under the valve cover and was rubbing on a lifter. Those are just MY examples, I've heard plenty more horror stories. With $5000+ of engine at stake and no clear way to prove that a shop caused the damage, I'll continue to change my own oil, thank you.

Joe@Amsoil · 04-11-2012, 06:00 PM

Glad to see a lot of Do It Yourselfers in here!

OrbitalEllipses · 04-11-2012, 06:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe@Amsoil

Glad to see a lot of Do It Yourselfers in here!

You should stop the the Break-in Procedure thread in the Engine subforum, we could use input on topics like "break-in oil".

RRnold · 04-11-2012, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe@Amsoil

Glad to see a lot of Do It Yourselfers in here!

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

You should stop the the Break-in Procedure thread in the Engine subforum, we could use input on topics like "break-in oil".

I too would like to hear your feedback as well!

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...?t=1036&page=8

Joe@Amsoil · 04-11-2012, 06:59 PM

I'll take a look!

Lonewolf · 04-11-2012, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by powertrip

Extremely reliable. Just get a good pair of chalks to put under the rear wheels after you drive up and set your e-brake. It's as safe as using jackstands but only takes a few seconds to get up on and less risk due to rocking. You can get a good pair for under $50 at any local auto store and they are compact sized. As always make sure you only use it on level surfaces.

Thanks for the input.

Giccin · 04-11-2012, 08:52 PM

I want to get the fumoto valve for oil changes how but... I friggin' not sure if I want/need the adapter.

And... since manual in my car was taken by my dad I'm not sure what lug size the oil bolt is. Lol

Subie · 04-11-2012, 09:14 PM

I change my own oil because I like the satisfaction of knowing that everything has been done completely correctly, and with the high-quality components I specify.

86design · 04-11-2012, 09:20 PM

I always do my own oil change...but for some reason I'm lazy to do my daily cars....i guess its cause I dont really care for them as much...but when i get my BRZ oil changes are going to be fun!!! lol

Subie · 04-11-2012, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 86design

I always do my own oil change...but for some reason I'm lazy to do my daily cars....i guess its cause I dont really care for them as much...but when i get my BRZ oil changes are going to be fun!!! lol

The oil filter is so easy to get to, too!

04-09-2012, 03:54 PM	#58
Mr.Jay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Drives: FRS :D Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 2,985 Thanks: 545 Thanked 699 Times in 438 Posts Mentioned: 18 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	are these fumoto valve pretty solid for build? I would hate to throw one on and have it leak within a few years I don't know about getting one of these fumoto valve with the nipple if you are going to lower the car more since it looks like the nipples do stick out under the car __________________ Out of the FRS game

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