Easy LAWN MOWER OIL Change RESULTS // DIY in 5 Minutes Using Shop Vac

[@TheLawnCareNut]

I've gotten some folks concerned that I did not mention this so here it is: DO NOT USE THIS METHOD TO EXTRACT GASOLINE. An explosion can/will occur.

[@zed8083]

Prolly, either way, I wouldn't try it.

[@dadanomadi834]

What would cause it to explode? Seems to work like any siphon hose. Just looking for an answer.

[@dewaynelogan1365]

This is awesome. Cost me five bucks and about 10 mins to put it together and worked like a charm. Changed oil in both mowers in a few minutes and more importantly didn't spill a drop of oil. Thanks LCN!

[@danielebrparish4271]

Works great for someone like me who has muscular dystrophy and can't manhandle a lawnmower or a manual pump very well. I got my local sandwich shop to give me an empty 1 gallon jar that their jalapenos come in but convenience stores that sell pickles also have them and are happy to keep them out of the landfill. I also am not a pop user so I got my 2 litter bottle from my neighbor's recycle bin. I skipped the hose in a hose idea and only bought the 3/8 hose. After using this setup I opened the drain on the engine (riding mower) and not a drop was left. It's the least messy of all the oil changes I've ever seen. Thanks for the help.

[@remplante]

Used this method this morning with a similar glass jar and metal screw top lid. Worked a charm. No more tipping the mower over for me. Many thanks.

[@pierremorin7898]

I am from Quebec and I just tried it, really worked well, I won’t have to tilt the mower over in order to change the oil, thanks a lot for this really nice tool. I too was sceptical of this but wow.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

KNEW it was a easier way than pumping this TopLoader 40 freakin times, was trying to figure out HOW to hook the shop Vac up to it since I already have the TL, thanks, wish I had of seen this first ! I just got to hook up the sucker to where the not pump handle is

[@erichammond2466]

made mine last week. Changing the oil for me and my neighbors..boom works like a charm

[@dennissteinerd1548]

This is brilliant!! Now I have something to do in the garage when the snow starts to fly up north here.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

That's the idea ! 👊

[@wadeb.5509]

Can you milk it for the entire winter?

[@ScottiMac0007]

Just tried this successfully! Had some issues getting the flex seal to properly seal the holes in the mason jar lid, but 3 coats over 3 days did the trick.

[@deanie228]

My bf does lawn mower repairs and services for a living. I can't wait to tell him about this idea! Some of those push mowers are a pain to drain the oil...I'm sure he'll appreciate this idea! Thanks for posting it!

[@capedoryus]

Great job on the video. Catchy music and your narration was perfect. Thanks for sharing.

[@B-Davis]

Top of the line video brother. Excellent way to get that oil changed

[@JimmyLewisMows]

Makes oil changes on the time master much easier. Going to put one together this weekend and give it a try.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

It's crazy fun to make and use.

[@rickspencer6343]

I hate trying to drain the oil on my lawnmower. This crazy idea changes everything. Nice.

[@ds1755]

I’m surprised no one saw this. Allyn you’re an honest guy & you stated tools/measurements weren’t your thing. At 2:51looks like you had the drill in reverse when you drilled the mason jar. Yikes!!! Glad everything still worked out though.

[@yankeeownz9980]

Man this worked perfectly with my push lawn mower. I will try it on my Husqvarna tractor next weekend. I shared your video link with Dennis Coffey (I hope you don't mind. I am subscribed to your channel and his. I watch your channel for lawn care tips, etc. and Dennis's channel because of Husqvarna tips, tricks, and taking care of my Husqvarna.)

[@rideonkc]

Nice video. I like your paver driveway too.

[@jaywest4102]

Lawn Care Nut needs to get in touch with Obsessed Garage and help the guy out.

[@heavymechanic2]

A Mighty-Vac works well and its the same principal. I made a jar like this to change brake fluid, easy-peasy. This vacuum system is dope compared to turning the mower over or draining oil all over a machine (pressure washer, generator, etc).

[@lorddabber3016]

Chris Notap used a step drill bit to 11/32" - which keeps the 3/8" (which is = 12/32") vinyl tubing snug inside the drilled holes (without needing the FlexSeal).

[@colprincess8579]

Mason bit on a mason jar.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

ha ha!

[@K2mtp]

Haha

[@jonathanmessore1907]

and in reverse...

[@ednakamura314]

Great it worked great. I used 1/2 in tubing , with 5/16 for pickup and found a a detergent cap that fits my craftman vac. Fantastoc. Thank you

[@notme1581]

How much oil do you replace with? 15.9 fluid oz?

[@timgal4459]

Did you tape that Brown paper to your driveway

[@lawnrebel]

So beacaue you're using a masonry bit you thought it would be best to put the drill on hammer mode? Good boy

[@joeh690]

F****** amazing. Wish I have seen this before I tried changing my power steering With a manual hand pump. One question or why did you have to buy two different sizes of hoses why can't you stick 2 of hoses with the inlet and outlet of the same size? Would this happen to work with a larger jar ?

[@jaymetheaccountant]

My Dad loved contraptions. Hank approved Al!

[@TopNotchLawns]

That's pretty slick. I definitely need to try this. Thanks to both of you.

[@llamacebu216]

So since the self-pace toro says you don't need to change, just add. Have you changed the one in yours?

[@TheLawnCareNut]

yes I still change it yearly anyway

[@TheLawnDaddy]

AMAZING video Allyn, def gonna try this.

[@jzm6403]

This is a great method for changing lawn mower oil. 2 hoses are not needed however. Cut one 3/8 OD hose about 4' long. Cut the end on an angle like shown here. Run the end of the hose thru the cut bottle thru the shop Van to a plastic bottle that will sit inside. Drill another hole in the top for the end of the hose.

[@Thetdgross89]

Did you use an impact driver to drill the hole in the soda lid?

[@TheLawnCareNut]

yes but switched to my regular drill which has a bigger chuck to handle the larger 3/8" masonry bit I ended up with

[@webeducation]

Great video. I have an ego that love but considering a Honda so I can use a heavier blade. Episode suggestion: "What can I use on Floratam". A lot of products out there but a lot of them say do not use on Floratam. Even the one for St. Aug say this. Also purchased your southern guide. Great stuff. But is all of that okay to use on Floratam too?

[@StrikitRich]

Now thinking that this could work to change the power steering fluid in my Envoy.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

Yep yep👊

[@StrikitRich]

@@TheLawnCareNut Beats rolling the SUV on it's side to change the fluid every time.

[@briangallant5973]

Good demo! I might just try it. I usually just tip the mower over. Seems to work well. Just got a TimeMaster! Love it! Could only use it a few times but looking forward to spring.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

this is much more fun than tipping and literally zero mess.

[@briangallant5973]

The Lawn Care Nut clearly more fun! As a former teacher a great experiment to do with your kids!

[@cauricemouture]

I made a homemade vacuum chamber using those very things except I use a vacuum pump . I will definitely be doing one of my mowers like this !

[@Juncti]

Have an EGO Mower now so no longer need to change oil. When I did have a Honda though I found a similar device at Lowes for like $10, had a tube, container, and a manual pump. Couple pumps and it would suck all the oil out into a container.

[@BenNawrath]

This is great! I need a mason jar that’ll hold 5 quarts so I can do my car 😬

[@kevinkelly8444]

Ok, I built this today. Two mowers and an edger got the oil changed new plugs, and washed in under an hour.

[@johnnyz7752]

If it fits, put the mason jar right inside the shop vac and run the tubing through the soda pop cap and into one of the holes in the mason jar. Now, the lower air pressure inside the shop vac will draw the oil straight into the mason jar. Less tubing and better suction.

[@dougmate2378]

love the SpaceBalls reference!

[@TheLawnCareNut]

thanks bro!

[@dougmate2378]

@@TheLawnCareNut 🍻🤙

[@symbiont0156]

Thats pretty slick. I use an oil suction gun for changing the oil in my mowers. I saw that in a video Jason Creel (Lawn Care Life) did about a year ago.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

yes I saw his too! good stuff all around - much better than the old tip and pour lol

[@symbiont0156]

@@TheLawnCareNut Oh yeah, I have done the old tip and pour many times and I will never do it again :D

[@theeapco]

This is great! Have you ever thought of a side gig at an instant oil change?

[@TheLawnCareNut]

Maybe a good prank video !

[@nwirentals]

Top Sider makes a great engine oil extractor with no mess!

[@AsLawnandLandscaping]

I’ll be making one of those this winter for winter KZbin content! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@jaygonzalez3555]

I really like the idea of something doing the work for me, but I think this would create more work for me. It's more stuff to store, and I'd probably get oil dripping from the hose ends. More importantly, I don't know that this would get any sediment from the bottom of the oil reservoir. ...but it would give me a good reason to go buy a bottle of sodee pop.🥤

[@keithsullivan5873]

You could mark the mason jar with ounce, pints, etc so you know exactly how much to oil to put back in. Kinda cool idea I might try one day!

[@smccrode]

3:55 "I let the sun straighten out the vinyl tubing" [fanning tubing with weed torch] hahahha

[@kenneth0795]

🤣🤣

[@TheLawnCareNut]

😂😂 I didn't want to wait.

[@vennic]

I put it in hot water and then swing it around over my head like a lassoo

[@TheLawnCareNut]

@@vennic that's what she said

[@vennic]

@@TheLawnCareNut 60% of the time, works every time

[@norcaltrav]

Very cool idea

[@minoutv7347]

Even though I have a battery mower, this is a great idea for other things! Only, for drilling the mason jar lid, I take it off the jar and put it on a piece of scrap wood, never know when the drill slips and you have glass shards everywhere.

[@natebolton9385]

Totally doing this in the spring

[@ronadkins8997]

Good stuff Sir, never would've thought to do this on my own. One question, is the time master a no need to change oil like my Toro super recycler?

[@raymondcampbell2346]

The mowers that are advertised as never need to change the oil are for you to have to replace the mower as the engine will be ruined after about three years of use. Change it anyhow at least once a season and use synthetic oil. That is what the manufacturer is using in it.

[@ngreed]

Awesome tool! I have a hand pump that does the same job. However a homemade invention like this is way cooler! Do I need to send you a drill bit set... lol

[@TheLawnCareNut]

I have a hand pump too and like this actually a little better.

[@ngreed]

@@TheLawnCareNut I think I am going to make one just for the "Cool" factor...!

[@joer481]

Is this actually better than a mighty vac in some way?

[@TheLawnCareNut]

just more fun.

[@broth_78]

So mason bits are meant for mason jars? Always thought they were for concrete.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

who knew?

[@broth_78]

The Lawn Care Nut Your always teaching me something new LCN! Thanks.

[@YardGuy]

Darn you! I was going to try this out! Just saw the video the other day!

[@TheLawnCareNut]

It works so well I felt the tingle of accomplishment for hours

[@YardGuy]

@@TheLawnCareNut Heck, I felt that after watching both of these videos! I have a feeling I will be waiting til Spring time now to try this out. I can't dominate for Halloween this year because it has been snowing all day...... 😓

[@AUHHZUMA]

Why use two different types of tubing? Just curious. 😎

[@TheLawnCareNut]

the stiffer tubing you insert into the oil fill hole allows you to push it around down in there like a dentist performaing suction in your mouth hole. If you used the more flexible vinyl it would not give you the same poking control. (sorry for all the technical terms lol)

[@AUHHZUMA]

@@TheLawnCareNut Could you explain that in layman's terms? Jk. Love the videos. Keep'em comin.

[@trevormuggeridge4560]

First Aussie 😁. A lot of work there Al. Great if you like to do it that way. 😎👍👍

[@zed8083]

Hardly any work, do it once, use it over and over again for all small engine oil changes, or any fluid extraction for years to come!! Except gasoline!, Lol!

[@paulsanchez4141]

Super cool. But no Halloween video bummer

[@michaelwillis1440]

They make hand pump versions of this that are good for oil, gas, or other fluids. Briggs and Stratton makes a really good one. It has a easy pour spout for emptying, holds a gallon (which is nice for riders), and no vacuum.

[@johnames6430]

they are 5 bucks are harbor frieght, since there isn't much oil in the mower it will come out with just a few pumps.

[@andreyv1]

I have the same Honda mower you do and i just tilted it and it drained out into a drain pan in like 1 min. Put a big piece of cardboard below it in case of any spills, but it was easy and no spills.

[@jkbjkbarry]

Andrey V that’s what I was thinking. What was the added value of a diy vacuum system?

[@rahoulloubles]

@@jkbjkbarry In automotive, power steering transmission fluid change. Anywhere excess fluid needs removed.

[@tangamanga94]

Amazing! My push mower is three years old and I never changed the oil because it's labeled "No Oil Change Required". With this contraption, now I'm going to do it every year no matter what. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@Ariccio123]

No oil change required? Wtf? Is it black magic or are they just gonna expect you to buy a new one?

[@tangamanga94]

@@Ariccio123 Both of my lawnmower and pressure washer have the same brand of engin made by Briggs and Stratton. They say "Just Check and Add. Never Change the Oil."

[@MikeHaddadLawnAddictions]

Awesome. I’ll have to do this

[@claibst]

I can do that job a whole lot easier. Take the dip stick/filler cap out put mower on edge of a table/work bench and flip mower on it's side while catching the spilling oil into a bucket.

[@littlepoolefam3]

But that wouldn't be any fun, would it? I have some mason jars, so I'm going to give it a whirl. Thanks Chris and Allyn!

[@3dtexan890]

Try doing that with a 9000W generator. This method will sure work for me. Just sayin'.

[@paultanner2007]

That’s awesome thanks Allyn

[@erinnewland7211]

Did anyone else notice the drill was in reverse on the mason jar lid? I think that’s why it deformed and took so long to go through. A pilot hole probably would have helped too.

[@sjagain]

The guy is an idiot!

[@ChuckD59]

Saw this when it first came out and was intrigued, right after I'd dropped US$15 on a schmancy hand pump thing. But I wanted you to try it first ('hold my beer...'). Genius!

[@canuckfixit7722]

Continue with the hand pump/vacuum. It's just as fast and you can safely evacuate gasoline from the tank with that hand pump.

[@larrygarner7578]

Are my eyes playing tricks on me? Or was your drill in reverse drilling the holes for the mason jar? Anyways I will be doing this in the spring.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

Could be lol

[@saliston]

I saw that to. LOL

[@poisonousnut]

what if i cut off the TOP half of my tubing?

[@TheLawnCareNut]

that is not advisable ha ha!

[@RockStarKidsMom]

I know this music but can’t remember what low budget porno it was in. Please help.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

"Just The Tips" from 1983

[@DoubleoP]

You can use a turkey baseter. That's how I exchange power steering fluid in my cars.

[@juiceboxxtm9848]

Im a simple person. I just tilt the mower on its side and drain mower where you fill it with oil. Takes me 2 minutes.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

I have done that too but I always end up with some spilling that way. Plus I'm short and tipping the timemaster is not easy on me :)

[@briangallant5973]

The Lawn Care Nut you you were well prepared with that cardboard taped to the driveway. You were good!

[@Justintonini]

I seen this original video of this and thought of you lawn care nut . I just got a toro 30” mower a month ago and I love it . I show my buddy how it save u time and now he going to get one next week. I think this way will be easier then tipping the mower over as you show us in the past video 👍

[@MichaelSmith-ko9hx]

There is an oil plug on the underside of the mower. Put it up on saw horses and drain the proper way. Out the bottom of the engine block thru the oil plug.

[@Justintonini]

Michael Smith hard to believe on a 1,300$ mower there’s no oil plug . The time master is also very heavy

[@StrikitRich]

Ace Hardware has the tubing in rolls to cut whatever length you want.

[@LessThanHandy]

How'bout a single Mason jar?

[@StrikitRich]

@@LessThanHandy Thrift store or your mom's cupboard?

[@vennic]

There's a tinder app for jars

[@shinobi326]

How do you clean that setup once you're done to store it for the next time?

[@TheLawnCareNut]

I put it in a bucket with oil dry pad in the bottom

[@jstaffordii]

@@TheLawnCareNut the hose loaded with oil will be destroyed the next time you want to use it. Petroleum distillate in the oil will eat and harden pvc tubing. You need to flush the hose.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

@@jstaffordii what would be good to flush it with?

[@LlyleHunter]

That’s a really great idea. Those Timemasters are like having Kirby vacuums outside.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

ONLY thing I would do different is tilt the front of the mower as far UP as possible where the pool of oil would puddle at the suck location better

[@michaeldubya]

“The bottom 5’ of a 10’ hose” 🙄🤣

[@jonnyboy2128]

I think it works better if you use the top 5 feet.

[@MichaelRei99]

Rube Goldberg would be proud!!!

[@TheLawnGuardian]

How neat is that?!

[@dwcoffey]

Nice Job!! Just be careful what you stick in your 'oil hole'! haha!

[@chadfleming8234]

Great quick Tip Vid! Love that little $10 contraption, next time my push mower needs and oil change I am doing it your way! Believe it or not Allyn I am worst than you with power tools and I think I can even pull this one off! Great Vid Allyn! Chad Upstate NY

[@TheSodFather09]

That's genius hurry up and patent that

[@burnhagw]

Very cool idea, might give this a try next time!

[@crmcbrideww]

Is it bad to flip it over into a drain pan?

[@Blubaugh5]

Thanks for sharing Allyn!!

[@sflspotter6638]

Great video but, I have to admit I don’t have the patience to make it. So I went online and bought a marine oil extractor from west marine works great 👍.

[@joeking6309]

Well the Toro mower I have says you never have to change the oil.

[@raymondcampbell2346]

That is because they want to sell you a new one in about 3 years when the engine goes bad. Change the oil anyway and use synthetic as the manufacturer did and the mower will last.

[@christopheralegria71]

I don't understand the purpose of the polyethylene tubing. Did I miss something?

[@dwcoffey]

It's the stiff bit he stuck into the 'oil hole'

[@christopheralegria71]

@@dwcoffey right... but why have it? Why not just use the clear tube?

[@dwcoffey]

@@christopheralegria71 I think just because that vinyl tube is so flexible, it would be hard to make sure you had a ll the oil out using it. that stiff hose lets you move the end of the hose around to get most of the oil out.

[@myriadcorp]

The Honda is nice. All I do is have my wife hold a gar by the fill and tip the mower over and it pours out. So easy.

[@raymondcampbell2346]

Great idea Allyn. I work on small engines and have a Harbor Freight oil extractor. It works great. Say what is your advice on the mowers that advertise never need to change the oil? I advise to change it anyways at least once a season and use synthetic oil as that is what engine manufacturer is using. To me they are wanting to sell you a new mower in about 3 years as the engine will be junk at that time.

[@TheLawnCareNut]

I always change the oil even if it says you don't have to.

[@jeffreysdavis]

Similar concept as a chest tube. Or better yet, the old three bottle system before we had modern chest tube contraptions

[@scorpio6587]

Nice

[@diggerwayne]

That's super cool!

[@5moonunit]

I just tilt mower on side and empty in my oil pan. Cheaper and quick. But that's cool

[@Boodieman72]

I use the $45 oil extractor I use for all engines, the Topsider.

[@mrkraymnd]

loving the H3 references

[@TheLawnCareNut]

oh for sure, I've been a fan for a long time.

[@joshdelay]

I just bought the material last week to build this after I saw the same video!

[@TheLawnCareNut]

It's a great hack!

[@timberhills1778]

Pretty neat idea 👍

[@sharkdizogg]

“Then play on Instagram for 10 minutes...” 😂😂😂

[@mysteryman5213]

Who else winced or shook their head while watching a masonry bit drill metal? haha