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It's also under the name Quik Valve now. Same thing. F-108 is the correct version our cars. In searching, you might see F-105, but that is for the EJ motors.
F-108N has a nipple for a hose, but sticks out lower.
F-108S has a shorter nipple, just enough to get a hose on.
I've never found a need for a hose, so I stick with the plain one. Amazon sells them.
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Fumoto-F-108-Engine-Drain-Valve/dp/B003VCCUJI"]Amazon.com: Fumoto F-108 Engine Oil Drain Valve: Automotive[/ame]
Crap, I just realized I have one sitting here in my home office. I bought it for my girlfriend's Mini Cooper that she ended up trading in, but then I bought one for my BRZ...didn't even notice that it was the same or I could have saved myself the $26...idiot.
Back on track, do your own oil changes if you have any interest at all. It's far too easy to just put gas in a car, drive it around and let other people worry about whether it's going to keep running. I like to take an active part in my car's life, and it's nice to get underneath once in a while.
There's not much to learn. Rallysport Direct did a nice DIY on this already, if I remember correctly. Just buy OEM filters from the dealer. They're cheap and still the best, tell them to keep the crush washer if you install the valve. Be sure to write down mileage and date in a little log book, so you know when to do it again.
I recently saw that Autozone carry's nice oil jugs now. The pan/container things are terrible. They ALWAYS leak through the threads. Best thing is a nice big open pan with a spout on one end to pour from. Pour into the jug, it'll hold at least two oil changes worth, then take the jug into the parts store and have them dump it into the recycle bin (free).
I'm gonna stop before I start rambling...
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