1st Oil Change Experience, Observations & a Surprise

[Jayde]

Originally Posted by yajin

I placed the F108 (no nipple, no short nipple) to my BRZ at my first oil change a few weeks ago. I used a torque wrench. Since the F108 cannot be attached w/ regular sockets, I also used a crowfoot wrench; 19mm; to tighten it w/ the correct torque.

You can find the torque spec in the service manual.

I believe the spec is 38ft pounds or close to that. I was curious how you guys got it on since there's no way to use a socket. I forgot about crowfoot wrenches. I'll see if sears sells a 19mm by itself.

[OrbitalEllipses]

Originally Posted by Black Tire

I really wanted to be able to attach a hose so I could get rid of the big messy oil catch pan. I plan to use a simple container (probably a low 2 gallon gas container) to catch the used oil and reduce the mess. The F108S allows a hose to be attached so that I can direct the flow into the container without any mess. The straight F108 only allows the oil to drain out of the valve directly without being able to attach a hose. Fumoto also makes a F108N that a hose can be attached to, but the attachment end is longer and so it probably not as good for this application.

Any idea on the size of that safety clip? I forgot to add a couple to my order and sent them an email to go ahead and add it to my order and recharge me, but it doesn't seem like they did.

[Black Tire]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Any idea on the size of that safety clip? I forgot to add a couple to my order and sent them an email to go ahead and add it to my order and recharge me, but it doesn't seem like they did.

It looks like a 5/8" clip is the one that is needed. Here is a link:

Fumoto F-series Safety Clip

[OrbitalEllipses]

Looks like McMaster part number 5324K44 for a 5/8" circular spring clip, just FYI as it's way cheaper for a bag of them (in case you lose any).

[slizoth]

My order is in for a Valve, Hose, and Clip. I'm planning on putting in Mobil 0W-20 Full Synthetic but i havent completely locked in on the Oil and Filter yet. Browsing the forums and looking for recommendations, reasoning, and price.

[tekdemon]

Originally Posted by mashal

Yours came with a hose ? I was ordering one and noticed it says it doesn't come with one , I don't mind ordering a separate one just don't know which one to order .

I don't think it comes with the hose but you can choose the valve either with the extra hose attachment area or without it. I own the one without the extra valve since I didn't figure I'd ever use it.

[hyper4mance]

Thanks just ordered the S drain valve, hose, and clamp. Hope it comes in before my road trip to indy next week.

[slizoth]

Originally Posted by hyper4mance

Thanks just ordered the S drain valve, hose, and clamp. Hope it comes in before my road trip to indy next week.

Pretty much in the same boat here.

[sirus]

I've now done over 700Km on Mobil 5W30 and ZERO oil loss. Will update again later.

[F1point4]

Some observations from my oil change

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showp...6&postcount=38

[Auto-Hauss]

I have to get to work... It looks like that valve hangs done a bit(inch) would you be hesitant to track that valve on a coilovered(lowered) frs? It seems it sticks down just enough to clip a curb if I decide to strattle one

[Dragon86]

Does Toyota use Subaru oil during an oil change?

[SLEEPER WRX]

Changed the oil at 1K miles
!!! 0w20 is like water !!!
I think I'm gonna change to 0w30

[Phaedrus29]

Originally Posted by Jayde

I believe the spec is 38ft pounds or close to that. I was curious how you guys got it on since there's no way to use a socket. I forgot about crowfoot wrenches. I'll see if sears sells a 19mm by itself.

I think as per the service manual it is 28.9ft-lbs:

"4) After draining the engine oil, tighten the engine oil drain plug.
NOTE: Use a new drain plug gasket.
Tightening torque: 39.2 N·m (4.0 kgf-m, 28.9 ft-lb)"