Possible to reach fumoto without lifting?
 

Hi there,

I'm wondering if anyone has tried to do an oil change with a fumoto valve without lifting the front of their car on stock suspension? Might be a bit odd to try and release the lever and have an oil pan under there as well.

If anyone has any experience, please share :)

Depends on ur oil pan height. But I do it , only diff is that i drive my fronts onto a 2x6 to get a little more room. Also it's easier to pull the pan out after

Stock height here but I have an aero kit, so I drive it up on my ramps. I suppose I could do it in a pinch but I don't want to spill oil everywhere.

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I haven't tried it myself yet, since an oil change is usually accompanied by a brake pad swap for the track, but it would be a tight squeeze for me since my oil pan is pretty high.

I will probably try the 2x6 thing when I do my next change since I won't be changing brake pads then.

Not possible, jack the front end up, use some jack stands and make it easy on yourself. I have a fumoto quick valve and I always jack up the front end before I change the oil.

To update everyone - I successfully did a full oil change without lifting my vehicle yesterday (in my condo, no less). I Lied on my back and reached in with my left hand - note, was not able to reach while lying on my chest. I have a fairly flat oil tray that I compressed further (somewhat pliable plastic) and was able to squeeze it under the car.

I love this. Thanks!

So its not necessary to lift the rear?

Whatever makes it easy for ya :bellyroll:

Of course whenever lifting car and using jack place jack stands under jack points. "Just in case" :)