Do it yourself oil change

[RobertPaulson]

Originally Posted by JERM^

Anyone knows if the long nozzle one sticks out at the bottom for the 86?

it does not, but if you're super low and at all worried about it get the one without the nozzle or nub.

Originally Posted by JohnJuan

Have a read here

The valve is locked in place. You have to move it against the spring, then turn it before it opens. If you felt this, you would likely not question the seal. It's a spherical thing that turns in there. The seal is probably 3/4" thick. any failure would probably include your drain bung being ripped out too.

I do agree that a magnetic drain bolt is more simple. I suppose that the Fumoto valve does add another point of failure to the oil draining system.

On the bright side, once it's threaded in, you don't have to remove it again, and you never have to worry if the drain plug is on tightly enough again, which is nice.

never having to remove it again is a big bonus, never have to deal with crush washers, or stripping the bolt (which after 3 oil changes was already showing how soft the stock drain bolt was.) but the main reason was for just how quick and mess free the oil change process is now with this. no more having oil all over my hands.

Originally Posted by FRSBRZGT86FAN

It's not as simple as a magnetic drain bolt is essentially what I'm saying. What if a seal fails in the drain valve? Is the valve level locked into place as well? What about possible clogging issues?

its a pretty simple design and i'm not at all worried about clogging (honestly if that much crud is in my oil that my quik valve clogged i'm in a world of hurt)

here's a quick video, skip to the 1 minute mark to see how it works.
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHIoQb2WPL0"]Change Car Oil Quick, Clean & Easy with Fumoto Valve - YouTube[/ame]

[Shinobu's Smile]

Originally Posted by JERM^

Anyone knows if the long nozzle one sticks out at the bottom for the 86?

Mine extends past the skid plate by maybe 3-4 mm. They have a short nipple (giggidy) one as well. As someone has mentioned before, if you run over something that will hit the nozzle/valve, you will have to worry about other things breaking before the oil pan.

[l0aded]

Originally Posted by Shinobu's Smile

Mine extends past the skid plate by maybe 3-4 mm. They have a short nipple (giggidy) one as well. As someone has mentioned before, if you run over something that will hit the nozzle/valve, you will have to worry about other things breaking before the oil pan.

Get the F-108S; from what I remember the F-108N (nipple) wouldn't be ideal for our cars. Double check of course.

[JERM^]

Originally Posted by l0aded

Get the F-108S; from what I remember the F-108N (nipple) wouldn't be ideal for our cars. Double check of course.

I bought both. I bought the s version on Amazon but they sent me the wrong one. However I bought it on Amazon us so in order to return it I need to drop if off at an ups in the States. Decided to just keep it.. Wondering if it's of any use to anyone else lol... Ended up getting the one without a nipple at all. Should be fine too.

[jaorocks1]

Where do you guys dispose your oil?

[White64Goat]

Check with Auto Zone or Advance Auto Parts. A lot of them take used oils. Or check with your local county services, they may have a place to recycle it.

[hmong337]

I like the thought of oil drained right back into an empty container. This Fumoto valvre thingy does have me intrigued. But I'm too lazy to do my own oil changes anymore as a friend of mine owns an oil change shop.

[RobertPaulson]

Originally Posted by jaorocks1

Where do you guys dispose your oil?

oreilly's near my place takes oil. most auto parts stores will take oil but call around first

[Wilso]

So I did my oil change today! So damn easy! Subaru makes everything so accessible The only thing is, the techs said it takes 5.3L but I told myself to check the manual just to do my do-diligence and it's 5.4L when you do it with the filter. Sooo just in case y'all were wondering. As well as I documented everything, receipts and what not for warranty stuffs! Thanks again for your inputs!

[Muaddib]

I would put 5 liters into the car and check for level before pouring in more oil. The 5.5 liters is only a reference. It may vary depending on each vehicle.

[tracerit]

Bought some oil filters yesterday from Subaru and the guy asked if I wanted crush filters as well. I told him "don't the oil filters come with them already? i don't recall ever having to buy them in the past". Then I remember I had a Fumoto valve :P

Also when's the best time to check oil level? Before the car has been warmed up or after?

[Wilso]

Originally Posted by Muaddib

I would put 5 liters into the car and check for level before pouring in more oil. The 5.5 liters is only a reference. It may vary depending on each vehicle.

yup! I filled it to 5 to check, was low, checked at 5.3 was just under so I topped it off

[Wilso]

Originally Posted by tracerit

Also when's the best time to check oil level? Before the car has been warmed up or after?

Best time is when it's warm, so if you're doing an oil change, go for a quick drive, come back, change the oil, let it run, do another quick drive around the block and then check to make sure everything is good well, that's how I do it lol

[SixWho]

Self oil change Pro's; Around $50 ($30 oils, $20 filter) , you know your car was done correctly. Con's self labor. (ehh whatever, lol)


Take it to the shop for an oil change; around $80, you don't know if everything was done correctly, they use a recommended brand you may not agree with. I think I will rather do it my self for the 30 minutes I have to take out of my day. Fine with me.