Class A Motorhome Ford V10 Oil and Filter Change.

Class A Motorhome Ford V10 Oil and Filter Change. Keeping up with Maggie the RV needs, this video is how we change the oil and filter in her. The F53 chassis with the Ford V-10 make an oil change a possibly messy job, due to the location of the drain plug and filter.
We do the oil change different from most people , we use cardboard soda cartons.
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[@jayt79]

From screen door bars to SnapPads, and now with the two oil change videos, and everything in-between, my wife and I have learned so much from your videos. We can't thank you guys enough!! Keep up the great work!!!

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thank you so much for your comment and you are more than welcome. Safe travels!😃

[@idnld1588]

Fumoto oil drain plug/valve and some tubing will make oil drain much easier and cleaner. Also, slip a gallon size ziplock bag over the filter before unscrewing to catch all the oil.

[@GetGonewithUS]

I'm old school with liking the drain plug, but trying to get places to change the oil now that we are full timing is a pain, so we may change it out to the Fumoto. Second time we heard about the zip loc bag for the filter, I like that one too. 😀

[@tomnorman457]

Doing my first oil change on our 2016 F53 was a mess. But no longer. X2 on the Fumoto drain valve and a length of plastic tubing to drain the oil into a recycle container. And x2 on the ziplock bag for the oil filter. My better half helps me put the new oil back in. She helps by holding a funnel with a length of plastic tubing inserted in the filler tube. I pour the oil into the funnel, while she holds the funnel and makes sure the plastic tubing stays in the filler tube.

[@markhutchins9371]

Ziplock bags work great for oil filters. Loosen,then slip bag up over filter and remove. Zipper up, all clean.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Yes we have tried those too. Thanks for your input. 😀

[@ThePeopleVerse]

Very good. Many people change their own oil but get lost when something unexpected happens. Just like the seal sticking yo the engine. We rescued a family on the side of the road that had just changed their oil and had been for years but lost pressure and couldn't figure out the leak or where it was coming from. I knew instantly what had happened and they were on the road in less than a half hour. It can happen to old and young, noob and full timers. Bet alot of people benefit from your video.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thank you. It was nice the you were able to help out a family, I'm sure they appreciated it too. 😀

[@jameswilhite4247]

Excellent feedback. I changed the oil in my 33' Tiffen Allegro and this 36' Georgetown has the same V10 engine. It looked a little difficult replacing the oil and draining the main oil pan. Your comments make this a snap. Thank your for sharing!

[@GetGonewithUS]

You are welcome James. Glad it helped. 😀

[@RandyRandersonthefamous]

Woah!!! A manufacturer that puts the filter in an easy to access location?! Thanks for the video.

[@GetGonewithUS]

You are welcome Randy! Yup, but they have the drain plug and the filter directly over the front axle. Hmmm. 😆

[@philberry2586]

Great video. I agree it is a pain to drain the oil from the pan and the filter without getting it all over the axle. I use a cheap about 12” tall orange traffic cone from Walmart. Turned upside down it works great as a funnel to get the oil around the axle and into the bucket.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks Phil, I like your cone idea, I might try it. 😀

[@rjahn3000]

Great video thanks, personally I just place a large pan under the axle and let the oil cascade over the axle. I just wipe down the axle afterward....keeps it from rusting too:) To add the oil I use a medium size funnel attached to a few feet of hose then clip the funnel on my wiper blade arm and the other end in the intake pipe, then it is easy just to add the oil....just one more way:)

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks Ray! We got plenty of oil on the axle when it overflowed that one time. That's still protecting it from rusting! 🙃😃

[@RVHabit]

Great video. I can't remember seeing too many videos on changing the oil on a class A with a V10. Nice trick with the cardboard plus it gives a great excuse to go buy a 30 pack lol. Stay safe, Lou.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Wow Lou, you saw right through my reasoning for doing an oil change using a 30 pack! 😂🙃😜 There are not many ways to not hit the axle and have oil every place in the F53. Cheryl will tell you, that would drive me nuts! The V-10 we had in the Class C was a breeze to change. You stay safe too!

[@peterdechant4540]

Very good video! I just use a metal piece of rain gutter that I cut to fit under the engine.

[@GetGonewithUS]

That's a great idea too, Peter. Thanks for sharing.😀

[@peterdebrie]

Love the description and now I know the items that are missing on my class A I just bought, oil fill cap not there and the cooling fluid reservoir is complete empty. Thanks General RV for lying and deceiving this vet. Ill never have to deal with your kind again.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Sorry to hear your RV is missing items. Thank you for your service. 🙂

[@ps6723]

I have the same problem and I installed an EZ Oil Drain valve in place of the drain plug. You can add a length of hose so you can drain directly into a jug. Still have the problem with the filter though but there is as much oil that drains out of that.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Yup, that's the other reason we do it the way we do. Drain the oil , then slide the cardboard under the oil filter. After it is replaced, fold up the cardboard and throw it away. We are still looking for easier alternative ways. 😃

[@edjarold7017]

Use a zip lock freezer bag for the filter. Loosen it first, then slide the bag over it and have the open top flare out. Keep unscrewing filter(gripping it with the bag obviously) and the oil will run into the bag. Nice and clean! No runs, no drips, no errors!

[@GetGonewithUS]

Ed Jarold Awesome idea, thank you. :)

[@marshaadams5501]

RV Street did a video showing how they change their V10 and they have a special plug for their pan and you never have to take the plug out again. You can buy it on Amazon for about $30...I’m going to get one for ours! No mess whatsoever. You should check it out.

[@GetGonewithUS]

If it is the plug that has an open/close level, we stay away from those. We heard stories of debris on the road getting kicked up and hitting the lever and opening it. Not sure how true or easily that can happen, but it's not worth the risk to us. In theory though it sounds like a great idea. 😃

[@marshaadams5501]

Get Gone with US you should watch their video on it...they have been using it for awhile I’m pretty sure and I just ordered one myself. I doubt debris could open this one but I totally understand your hesitancy.

[@tomnorman457]

We’ve got about two years and several thousand miles after installing a Fumoto drain valve on our 2016 F53. Never a single problem and oil changes are a breeze. The drain valve has a plastic cover over the drain mechanism. Additionally you’ve got to simultaneously push on, and move, the drain mechanism to activate the drain function. With the Fumoto valve so high up above the front axle, it would require a truly unique piece of road debris to knock off the plastic cover, and simultaneously depress, then move, the drain mechanism. We considered putting a Fumoto drain valve on my wife’s Kia, however the low ground clearance made that impractical.

[@ronmcdaniel1583]

Wonderful video! Like the hose contraption to get fresh oil back into the engine. Safe travels

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks and it does make getting the oil in easy, plus it's cheap...Bonus! 😃🙃

[@Lambert_Life]

You need a ValvoMax oil drain. Would make things simpler & no mess. They're Great. Good video. Very informative.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks, we installed a Fumoto valve last time we changed the oil. We will cover it next time we do the oil change. 😀

[@WVFAN1958]

Yea ..my dip stick is in 2 pieces..2 rivets holding it together..mine takes 7qts. Thanks for sharing your video

[@davidtoney9933]

I know i'm late to your channel, but I must say, you have some awesome content - from the DIY information to the commentary and production quality - all of it is spot-on! Hopefully, one day my wife and I will be RV owners. BTW, I'm an Ohio guy and get the biggest kick out of listening to your Northeastern/New England accent - it reminds me of a few of my friends, back in the day when I was in the Navy - Thanks for sharing!

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks David, we appreciate your comment and for stopping by our channel. Thanks for your service too! 😃 We paRk the cAR by the gaRden here. LOL

[@awabbievet]

Always good to see you working Chuck. Lol. Great tip with the cardboard and the video insert showing the mess using the container was a hoot, but I bet you didn't think so at the time. Good thing Cheryl saw what was happening. She's got your back. Katy and I will be home tomorrow after being gone 2 months. Then my work will begin. Ugh!!! It's also time for an oil change.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks Carl! So will it feel good to be home? Yes, when the oil overflowed it wasn't a hoot at the time. Looked funny later, so we added it to this video. LOL

[@awabbievet]

I'm glad you added the video. I like seeing bloopers. Yes it will be good to get back. We miss seeing the family. Our oldest grandson (20) has been staying at the house, so hopefully it's still in one piece.

[@GetGonewithUS]

@@awabbievet Welcome back Home Carl, hope all is well! 😃

[@Muzikteechur]

5 qt. container of Mobil 1 is $24.95. 5 individual quarts are $49.90. For $25 less, I'll pour the oil into other containers.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Heck I don't blame you, thats crazy!

[@Muzikteechur]

@@GetGonewithUS I think that Ford intended this oil receptacle to be readily accessible from a proper "hood." Our 2008 Georgetown is the same way. Heading out from Maine on a Cross-Country trip on Monday 6/24. Gotta figure out how to get the oil into that filler tube before then!

[@GetGonewithUS]

We done the 'fill the quarts from the 5 quart container' before. It works but can be messy and time consuming. Good luck on your upcoming trip. Be safe and have fun. 😀

[@LifewithKenandJane]

Well great! One more thing I need to do. Ken and Jane . Longest dip stick I ever saw.

[@GetGonewithUS]

It is a long dipstick for sure! LOL

[@juliafoti5145]

For our coach. I have been utilizing your posts for all preventive maintenance needs . Good job! Request.... Onan 5500 generator spark plugs R/R I’ve successfully finished. But quite an ordeal. My request is to help the next guy/ girl looking for help Maggie is looking great Tim

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks Tim! We'll have to add the spark plugs to the To-do list. 😀

[@element7us]

You can replace the drain plug with a quick release plug that allows for a 1/2” hose to be attached at the end of it.

[@GetGonewithUS]

We are well aware of it and the exact one is...Fumoto F106N Oil Drain Valve available on Amazon... amzn.to/38Wfmz4 We choose not to use one at this time.

[@michaelrobinson6477]

Great video, I used your cardboard idea, works great!

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks Michael. It does make less of a mess! 😀

[@supertetleman]

Worth mentioning that the transmission fluid drain is right near the oil. Don't open that

[@MrLynn-vm3cm]

Great video, might be a good idea to punch a hole in the qt bottle when you open the valve for the oil to flow faster into the engine. Thanks again

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thank you, Mr. Lynn. Good tip on putting a hole in the bottle too. 😃

[@josedelacruz1501]

I love your oil change video. I also noticed that mesh air filter net cover? Where can you purchase that and what’s it called? Thanks From Toronto Ontario Jdc

[@GetGonewithUS]

@@josedelacruz1501 Hi Jose. The mesh cover was supposed to be removed by Jayco when they built the RV. It's comes that way from Ford to keep pests out of the air cleaner while the chassis is sitting around on the lot waiting to have the RV portion to be built on it. Jayco had a service recall come out about it, telling owners to remove it as it was reducing air flow. It has been removed.

[@AdventuresWithMe00]

Nice Yankee Ingenuity on display. It's good you don't have to raise the RV to change the oil.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thank you! If we did have to raise the RV, at least we have the levelers. 😃

[@wildbunch22]

Thanks. Good video. Good suggestions. Good ride, Cowboy, good ride. I'm hopeful I'll do it better now that I've watched your video and chose to adhere to your suggestions and techniques.

[@GetGonewithUS]

It's goes pretty easy and cleanup is also easier. Good Luck and thanks for watching!😀

[@cowboyup545]

Great Video, was stumped at, Why was the transmission dip stick next to the oil intake tube. Thats why I came to see a video before doing something then regret it. Thanks again friend Happy Trails and 4th of July 2021. Also had a 1gallon jug bummer poured it into 1 qts, not anymore though.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks Buck! The tranny dipstick location seems weird! We wanted to mention about buying all 1 quart bottles instead of a big one and a couple small ones. As you known, that's no fun at all! LOL Happy Trails and 4th of July to you too. 😀

[@kurtheitman552]

Great Video. I used one of those disposable foil pans to redirect the oil thanks to your advice.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks Kurt, I like the sound of your idea too. 😃

[@Sam-blackwidow7329]

wonder if a 4" pvc pipe cut in half would work, ill have to try it when i change my oil on my jayco precept

[@GetGonewithUS]

I don't see why not. We did update this video with something easier though. Check it out... kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqLbaHlprNWZeJY

[@villa2422]

You guys are great! I’m cheap too😉😂

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thank You! 😀

[@gearheadgregwi]

Will Busch Lite box work instead? RV shopping. Had nightmare experience with 4.6 pickup. This is looking easier because you don't have to fight with stuff being against firewall.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Yes you can use Busch Lite too! LOL We found an even easier way to do the oil changes too. Check out our updated video.

[@tedjones7242]

Hey guys love your show. Only thing in my opinion is the window behind the recliners looks much better than the window next to it. Maybe the valances should go.

[@GetGonewithUS]

We have 2 more windows, one big one next to the recliner and one opposite the other side window, that would really look out of place then. If we did anything, we would shorten the one that was behind the recliners and put them back on, but they are in storage back in NH. 😀

[@chipsandygriswold3288]

Have you considered using an oil extractor in reverse to add oil to your rv; and what about a Fumato drain plug for removing oil?

[@GetGonewithUS]

We updated this video and installed the Fumato plug... kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqLbaHlprNWZeJY

[@m67t438]

always full of useful info, thank you

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks Mark! 😃

[@tomgreen2995]

Great Video - Where do full timers change oil? Do they let you change in campgrounds? I've got the how just need to find a "where" Thanks for all you do ... you two make a great team. Tom

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks Tom. We can't answer your question yet. We haven't had to change the oil again. We changed it before we left our stick and brick. From what we are hearing, most campgrounds will not let you did maintenance on your RV. That's a bummer, but understandable too, we suppose.🙄

[@ThePeopleVerse]

I do the 30 pack of Bud before the oil change to. Problem is that I never remember changing the oil...or most of that day either. LOL HAHAHAHAHAHAHA....

[@GetGonewithUS]

LOL It helps if you drink the 30 pack a day or 2 before doing the oil change. 😜😆

[@Firedup_john]

Outstanding thank you for passing the info along

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks, glad you it was helpful, John! 😃

[@twdenman1]

Thank you.

[@GetGonewithUS]

You're welcome! 🙂

[@frankgoins2353]

Thanks Very informative

[@GetGonewithUS]

You're welcome. 😀

[@legaleagleandpaws8198]

Just ordered the tube on/off switch...only $3.83. now:)

[@GetGonewithUS]

Good deal, less then we paid. 😃

[@garymorrison441]

Where did you order the on/off switch from?

[@legaleagleandpaws8198]

@@garymorrison441 The amazon link below in the video

[@JohnCRV]

Good job guys. Very detailed,. Have a great weekend👍

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks John, you have a great weekend too!😃

[@dcmich1]

What is the distance from the oil pan drain plug to the ground?

[@GetGonewithUS]

We no longer own the RV. You will have to measure on your own, sorry. BTW this video has been updated, making it cleaner and easier... kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqLbaHlprNWZeJY

[@GetGonewithUS]

Sorry, I'm not sure, ours is a 2016. Check your owners manual or do a Goggle search and you should be able to find your answer.😃

[@Ob1Love]

I haven't read other comments yet... but an old aluminum cutter cut off would do fine instead of your piece of cardboard.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Not sure what an "aluminum cutter cut off" is, but I will assume you mean gutter? If so, a normal house gutter might not catch all of the oil when you first remove the drain plug and end up making a mess. I avoid that by using cardboard. You can get creative and make a contraption that would work better, the cardboard is easier for me and I don't need to store it. 😀

[@TheCSRTech]

Check out Fumoto drain valves.

[@GetGonewithUS]

I'm old school, I prefer having a bolt there. Engines are expensive to replace if a $35 part fails or gets broken off. It's just my opinion for my rig. 😃

[@michaellee8228]

I punch a hole in the bottom of the filter to drain it before removing it.

[@GetGonewithUS]

That works too. 😀

[@patriciaf5137]

Smart! But I have to say there is quite a bit of rust and pitting in some of that metal🧐

[@GetGonewithUS]

3 Years old in NH, that's the norm on things that sit out the majority of the time.

[@patriciaf5137]

😥 hope it can hold up!

[@tobytollefsen8802]

Nice video. Thank you.

[@GetGonewithUS]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching. 😀

[@garymorrison441]

Very good video!

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thank you. For some reason, KZbin is listing a bunch of comments we had not seen before.😀

[@JamesyboyExperiment]

Bud light saves the day!!👍 Now that is the biggest dipstick ever!!!😜 The hawk is watching to make sure you do a good job😉

[@GetGonewithUS]

I only drink beer, so I can do oil changes on Maggie! LOL

[@JamesyboyExperiment]

@@GetGonewithUS Good call!!! :)

[@jameswilhite4247]

My wife told me I was the biggest dip stick ever!

[@Hi_Chew]

Good video. I'm going to do the oil change myself. Just to show how frustrated to get oil change at shops - I called the local Jiffy Lube, the poor guy told me he didn't have the information of the Ford E350 (a Triton V10 6.8L) engine and he doesn't know what type of engine oil and how much to put in. I would definitely want to fire such foolish guy who has no intelligence, zero curiosity to find out the information. I guess there is a reason why certain people can't even do certain low level work right.

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thanks, glad it helped. That happened to us once at Walmart. They had us there for an hour, then told us our VIN# wasn't in the computer so they had no idea how much oil or which type to put in so they couldn't do it. Even after I told them exactly what to put in.

[@isaaccarrier9840]

Hey guys watched your video it was great... by chance is your oil dipstick rusty on your rig? We’ve got the same rig and seems to have quit a bit of rust on the stick

[@GetGonewithUS]

Thank you. There is not any rust on our dipstick.

[@mikeneilly1396]

You said there was a site for the "off - on switch " item. I don't see it can you help me.

[@GetGonewithUS]

The link was in the description box below the video. 🙂 ON Off Tube to refill oil: amzn.to/2FY7M8u

[@arthurmcconn4497]

to change oil &I filter on a 2003 V10 Winnebago how many gts

[@GetGonewithUS]

Sorry, hope you found your answer. Just noticed, I replied to this as a comment and not a reply. This is what I responded with... I'm not sure, ours is a 2016. Check your owners manual or do a Goggle search and you should be able to find your answer.😃

[@earlphillips9754]

Now How are you going to dispose of the oil?

[@GetGonewithUS]

You should be able to take the oil to any auto parts store or even Walmart and they will dispose of it for you for free. 😃

[@RVingwiththeMoracas]

now that is using your brains ;-) ... is the bolt really 5/8" seems everything on mine is metric - Ford E-450

[@GetGonewithUS]

Let's just say it fit better than the 16mm did!😃🙃

[@jameswilhite4247]

Mine is 5/8" and when I got the socket and and attachment I put is in my special oil change box so I don't have to search for it anymore. That alone cuts my oil changing in half. However, organization has never been my power move.

[@cahoonm]

Lou thanks for video. How many miles on your V10? What kind of average fuel mileage? Has V10 been dependable? Thanks!

[@GetGonewithUS]

We are at 15k miles and average between 8-9 MPG on the highway.The V10 has not given us any trouble. (knock on wood). 😀

[@cahoonm]

Lou I am assuming there is no problem pulling your vehicle? How does the RV act in mountains? I am looking for a recommendation for a 25 ft class A.

[@GetGonewithUS]

@@cahoonm We pull a 2 door Jeep Wrangler 4 down and I have put the rear camera on at times just to make sure it is still there. LOL As for mountains, don't expect the same results as a diesel, the pedal will probably be to the floor going up. There is the Tow/Haul feature that helps a lot, also in 2016, they made the tranny a 6 speed, big difference in our option. We can't give you any recommendations for a 25', we never even looked at any that size. The big thing we tell people is to make sure you like the floor plan of any rig you look at. You will be spending a lot of time in it, so be sure which ever one you choose will fit your lifestyle, then go out and have fun.

[@cahoonm]

Thank you!

[@michaelwaller6093]

Curious if you did the mileage reset or the next oil change due? I have a Tiffin F53 chassis and cant get the reset to work per the F53 chassis manual / instructions. Nit a big deal as I can record the mileage, but it is frustrating when Ford says "do this" and it doesn't work.

[@GetGonewithUS]

To be honest, I don't believe there is one, on our 2016. I looked when we did the first oil change and never found one. There has been 4 oil changes done and I have never seen a light come on. The owners manual says how to reset it, but I have never seen it. I write down the mileage and the date and change it every 5000 miles. Do you have the oil reset light?

[@michaelwaller6093]

@@GetGonewithUS I'm beginning to think it is a misprint in the owners manual and am not going to worry about it any more. Thx for the quick answer and safe travels.

[@tomnorman457]

We have an oil reset function on our 2012 Chevrolet Express 3500 van. It’s part of the engine monitor system. But we haven’t found a similar oil reset function on our 2016 F53.

[@VlauableFather]

How often do you change the oil? Mileage or time?

[@GetGonewithUS]

Up until we hit the road full time in July, we were only averaging 3000-4000 mile a years, so it was by time. Now it will be more frequent as we are putting on more miles.

[@stevest.martin3940]

Yes it's a very poor design on fords part. I just take my Tiffin to a ford dealer, hopefully Ford will address these problems when they bring out there new V8 that's going to replace the V10

[@GetGonewithUS]

I didn't know they were replacing the the V-10. I also hope they fix the oil and filter location. 😃

[@WVFAN1958]

Steve St. martin ..I don’t think they’ll get away from that V-10 not to many companies are making big engines.