Fumoto Adapter Installation part 1

Do I need to use an adapter?
Some oil pans have a recession around their drain plugs. Recessions can prevent a valve from being installed. An adapter can be used to extend the valve body out of the recession.
Adapters:
Adapters will push valves out from the oil pan to install it, enough to avoid a recession.
Most adapters are ½” in length, some are longer. To avoid the adapter & valve sticking out too far, choose the adapter as short as possible.
SX Valves
SX valves can be installed without adapters. The SX can be installed without rotating the body and allows you to decide any position you like.
In some cases, the recession is deep and severe. If the SX can only be installed pointing down is not safe when the vehicle has low ground clearance..
Then use the adapter to push out the valve to avoid a recession and change the position so that it is facing away from the ground.