How To Install a Fumoto Oil Drain Valve

[@monzarace]

That's a smart oil drain feature. I think I may get one on my cars. I change the engine oil every 5000km's. Watching your video, I just want to tell a few things I do little differently. 1/ before I loosen the drain screw, I also loosen the oil filler cap on top of the engine. Oil run out easier. 2/ I undo the oilfilter while the sump plug is still off. Makes fraining easier. 3/ I only ever use original oil filters, so I am certain that the paper inside have the correct density and the valve is also there. 4/ I take out the rubber ring on the new oil filter completely and smear it lightly with the fresh engine oil and reinsert it into the new oil filter. 5/ I fill up the new oil filter with fresh engien oil before i screw in on to the engine. Makes the engine suffer less. Some oil pumps etc. arevery sensitive. 6/ I always wear nitril powder free gloves when doing thiese jobs, as over time one may damage the skin long term. Not very nice. Just a few comments on how I do it. Kind regards.

[@OmniGarage]

You’ll love the Fumoto valve, it’ll make step one much easier!

[@tuoa468]

I think I can t understand what u writing 😅

[@Roy2584]

a friendly tip: next time, before you spin off that oil filter, use a hole puncher to punch a hole at the bottom of the oil filter to drain as much used oil out as possible. Once the oil stop dripping, you can then spin the spent oil filter off. That way, it'll make less of a mess for ya every time you change oil filter.

[@annguy5563]

How’s is the Fumoto valve holding up on your Subaru? Is it corroded or is it still fresh and shiny?

[@OmniGarage]

Holding up great! In fact, we actually purchased another one just today for a different vehicle. Highly recommended.

[@cjmillbank8838]

Hey Guys, the safety clip is not installed properly. The handle of the valve goes into the slit in the black clip.

[@OmniGarage]

Cheers. Thanks for your help.

[@PC_CERTIFIED]

I thought that looked a bit off...

[@ericiidx]

4:50 just Subaru tings! This is exactly why I'm installing a Fumoto valve tomorrow

[@OmniGarage]

These things are great. Had mine for many years now, never had an issue.

[@stephen1991]

Just installed my second one on my Santa Fe. The first one went with the engine when they replaced it a couple months ago. Really makes changing oil easier. I'd consider buying three for my bike, yes three, but ground clearance in already tight under there.

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

Thanks for sharing guys! This valve will certainly make all the future oil changes a breeze! Cheers from USA! My brother lives in Aukland and is called Doctor Hybrid (owns Premier Motors).

[@OmniGarage]

First oil change is coming up in another 900km so we’ll find out how easy this is very shortly! Thanks for dropping a comment.

[@harrisdoesthings]

Just ordered two for my Golfs, looks easy and simple enough to use!

[@OmniGarage]

They’re fantastic. You won’t be disappointed!

[@harrisdoesthings]

@@OmniGarage how long did it take for them to get to you, assuming you're in NZ?

[@OmniGarage]

Yes we’re in NZ, are you a Kiwi too? Did you order directly from Fumoto or from our Amazon link? Ours took quite some time, close to a month though this was right in the middle of the initial COVID outbreak.

[@harrisdoesthings]

@@OmniGarage yeah man i'm in Auckland, i went through the Amazon site, said it'd arrive by the end of Sept, but my oil change isn't for a while yet!

[@OmniGarage]

Be sure to let us know how you like it once it arrives!

[@dirk_t_wachter]

Great video, I love the egg-cent 😊 I just installed an F106SX, and if yours is similar then the M14 bolt that goes through the Fumoto is hollow and has its own o-ring with the body, while the body can move freely before tightening (this is actually visible in the vid, how else could you ensure the outlet is not pointing the wrong way afterwards?). Therefore, tightening on the body alone might be wrong, unless you ensure the bolt also turns 1/8. If you turn the body and the bolt stays, then you are effectively tightening nothing. Fumoto actually instruct to give the bolt 25Nm, and this can only be done properly via the bolt (hex or allen) and not just on the body. IMO you are very lucky if the bolt got tight enough like that. And yes, the clip is useful if installed in the groove, where it snaps in nicely 😊

[@davidcastaneda4224]

Great video, just a small comment, the black plastic safety plug should be installed into metal slot below lever. Thanks for great video

[@OmniGarage]

Yeah we got that sorted now

[@SCALDIE-]

Instead of buying an oil filter udder like others have mentioned, just get a shopping bag, loosen the filter a tad, then put the shopping bag back over the filter, then loosen the rest of the way. Best way to do it without spending $60+.

[@OmniGarage]

@Scaldie that’s a nice idea and then you can tie the bag off and throw it away ( all contained in the bag). Cheers for dropping a comment!

[@illiyakuryakin3092]

My suggestions: Wear eye protection, wear gloves to avoid harm (Cancer) from the used oil, remove the dipstick and filler cap prior to removing the drain plug (Or now before opening the Fumoto valve), remove and replace oil filter before closing Fumoto valve, partially fill the oil filter with oil to help eliminate or lessen the effects of a “Dry” start, use a funnel for adding oil, and purchase the accessory cap from Fumoto that fits on the end of the drain valve to keep it clean. Otherwise, I enjoyed your video and plan to buy a Fumoto valve. Thank you.

[@michaelleskoske7723]

It is not recommended to fill the new filter with oil. It will not cause any harm to do this.

[@illiyakuryakin3092]

@@michaelleskoske7723 Many things are “Not recommended” by basic instructions, but clearly there are better ways of doing things. Not that filling the oil filter will make a great deal of difference, but there is no question that the oil will flow faster to the engine without the delay (Or as long of one) of the filter having to fill on it’s own. Why not do so?

[@cvoxoisgodly]

4:40 look at the way he tries to loosen the drain plug ☠️☠️☠️☠️

[@illiyakuryakin3092]

@@cvoxoisgodly I know. It was pretty funny. But I give him credit for trying and he seems like a nice guy.

[@cvoxoisgodly]

@@illiyakuryakin3092 Australians always nice

[@WholeCosmos]

the rag made the mess use a glove for the love lol. getting one soon thanks for the demo.

[@rromero1318]

Question is it One size fits all?

[@OmniGarage]

No. If you go onto their website you can find the correct drain valve for your vehicle.

[@rromero1318]

@@OmniGarage ok thank you

[@dogdog4173]

What’s the difference between the 105 and 105S ?

[@OmniGarage]

The 105 is the standard valve, while the “S” has the short nipple.

[@russhare5623]

It seems like the oil would drain better from the oil pan if the vehicle was lifted only from the front. Tilting the vehicle up would run mor oil to the drain port.

[@Tdot6]

You put the Fumoto lever clip on the wrong way. The lever is suppose to go in between the slit on the lever.

[@jclauri100]

Love the Fumoto! 🏌️‍♀️

[@OmniGarage]

It’s great isn’t it!

[@Posted3000]

Use a disposable plastic cup to unscrew your filters the rest of the way. That was the cup catches the oil instead of it getting all over your hand

[@OmniGarage]

Fantastic idea.

[@wacalla26]

Loosen the oil filter, then punch a hole on the bottom of the filter. Let it completely drain. No mess!

[@OmniGarage]

Never thought of that! Nice idea.

[@burningmanmike]

wouldn't be easier on you if you lifted the car a bit higher? it would give you more room, no? eye protection too. you'll look like a geek but could save your eyesight. some newspaper and paper towels are good to use and save you on good shop rags.

[@OmniGarage]

It probably would be, a lift would be an amazing luxury!

[@jordantrujillo293]

You should get an oil filter udder as well! Keep your hands clean and funnel your oil filter mess into a stream.

[@OmniGarage]

Far out! I just googled it and I need one. Never know this existed. Cheers for that. I love it when people comment useful information with a description of why it would make life easier.

[@DT-xp6ig]

Great video, thank you

[@OmniGarage]

Thank you

[@Brianjluna]

Thank god the oil filter is ontop of my engine bay on my FR-S lol Subaru did something good

[@OmniGarage]

That’d be handy for access. Not too sure about the mess though!

[@specialized29er86]

Mate you gotta get a 2 post hoist, we did and the best $3500 we ever spent.

[@OmniGarage]

Would love to get one. It would also make practical sense. However, working in a standard home garage with a standard ceiling height will not allow clearance.

[@chiil034]

I wouldn't worry about wiping the oil... the gasket will absorb the oil and create the seal.

[@calebroach412]

just like lubing the filter gasket i reckon

[@OmniGarage]

Yeah everyone has different ways of doing it.

[@brentsnocomgaming7813]

A valve like that would be REALLY nice on a BMW, where the oil filter is on the top of the engine, and can be changed mess free if the engine is drained.

[@OmniGarage]

Sounds like this is a good solution for you.

[@YZFR1is]

Oh shoot my didn’t sit flush to the oil pan and I had to tighten it with a wrench 🔧....

[@OmniGarage]

Ours just screwed on nicely, like putting on a normal oil drain plug.

[@YZFR1is]

@@OmniGarage wonder if I got the wrong size but I’m sure I didn’t. Oh well it’s meant to be there permanently anyway. But nice job

[@owa2533]

What you don't own a funnel for pouring your oil.

[@OmniGarage]

No. I’ve never really had an issue. Motul oil comes with a spout. But sure I can get one if you have any good recommendations? I would want one specific for screwing onto the oil cap. Not interested in a generic one from an auto store.

[@dirk_t_wachter]

A funnel can easily be made from an empty plastic container, for example 2L soft drink or milk

[@JCMFix]

Ahh man. Your rag got soaked.

[@manaburrn]

Sbarro

[@DefundTheFringes]

Only problem is now an ornery swagman can sabotage your car without tools.

[@OmniGarage]

They could do that already by reaching up and unscrewing the oil filter or ripping anything else out lol.

[@HowtowithPaulHenderson]

Seeing you under that car make me glad I got rid of my 1989 Pontiac Fire Bird back in 2012...and then I bought a used 2006 Silverado and now, one year ago a 2019 Chevy Silverado All-Star..I had installed there valves on every vehicle and motorcycle that i've ever owned.. Never a leak, or opened up on its own or break off. these valves are awesome....check out the install on my 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Motorcycle.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jp-0iIGPer14rdU

[@OmniGarage]

The valve makes things so much easier!

[@HowtowithPaulHenderson]

@@OmniGarage yes it does. And as of today 04-24-22 I do not have any problems with it.

[@OmniGarage]

@How to with Paul Henderson pleased you enjoy it as much as us. Same we have never had any problems. It has probably saved me money from having to constantly buy and replace oil drain plugs.

[@tr7287]

Latex gloves and eye protection

[@OmniGarage]

Cheers for the tip!

[@cvoxoisgodly]

Ahahaha these comments are straight roasting the poor guy.

[@OmniGarage]

Everyone is open to their option.

[@tundras4ever552]

might as well invest in a funnel lol

[@OmniGarage]

Too right!

[@dm285]

It is quicker but ...the threads of the Fumoto stick about 1" into the base of the oil pain. That means that there will be about 1/2 cup of old gunky oil still in the pan, after draining it using this or similar devices. And over a couple of years that amount may become like sludge......YT vids have demonstrated this on these type of devices. Thats they only thing keeping me from buying one.

[@bradleydewitt9279]

Using a Crescent wrench wrong ):

[@OmniGarage]

We’re learning over here. A lot of firsts for us (and on video) this last 6 months. Any feedback would be appreciated as we are all ears to improve and learn.

[@uroskostic8570]

video is too loud, you should have recorded quieter sound

[@OmniGarage]

Cheers for the feedback, we’ve come a long way with our more recent content from what you heard in this video.