Transmission Oil Pump Review - The GOOD, the average and the UGLY

[@Livefree20232]

where did you buy this oilsafe pump from? Any advice please? Can you share a link?

[@12kerryman]

Hi Found this to be quite a good review. I have been using the oil safe product in a professional capacity for a number of year now, in my experience they are the best on the market. We have started to use the more expensive pump option, which has the ability to mount a filter to the pump housing - then you are not fighting vacuum when transferring oil. For us purists all oil equipment is dedicated to a individual oil grade, cross contamination is a pain to get out of your gearbox/engine and can have adverse impacts. When dealing with oils and greases your main enemies are always particles, dirt, and water. Always think about the potential for contamination when handling and storing oil. Typically it the stuff you can't see that is small enough to get into your bearings etc that does the damage. Regards

[@lrworkshop]

Thanks!

[@andyc2744]

I use a cheap 5l garden sprayer - fill with the correct amount of oil then pressurize & control with the trigger. Does help to warm up the oil first though.

[@lrworkshop]

I bought one once but the pipe was too thin

[@MajorYass]

This is hilarious! Just what I was looking for too in the process of purchasing a transfer pump in NZ. You make an excellent point regarding viscosity vs hose diameter.

[@gavinbroad1743]

Very good review, but can't find it anywhere. Where did you buy it please?

[@overnighter]

I quite enjoyed watching this review/tutorial video 👍

[@hankfink]

I appreciate your video. No good manual way to pump that stuff in. I wonder if there's a Milwaukee tool than can help. I know they make transfer pumps but they look like larger volume ones. I do have air tools but with my lithium powered tools being so light and effective it would be a huge chore to bring all that out and make a ruckus with that air compressor.

[@WestCoastVisitor]

I use a 10 quid Laser Oil Suction Gun. It takes a few reloads (with the associated multiple crawlings under the car) and some muscle power but it is easy to clean and can be kept in a drawer.

[@lrworkshop]

I used to have one and oil poured out when you tipped it upright

[@davemcnaughton9873]

Laser do a drill powered fluid transfer pump. Add suitable lengths of hose and an eBay NRV and it works well.. Struggles a bit with cold 80/90 though..

[@lrworkshop]

Got a link Dave?

[@davemcnaughton9873]

LR Workshop & Expedition Here’s the pump.. www.halfords.com/tools/power-tools-and-accessories/power-tool-accessories/laser-drill-pump-221959.html

[@codkillermaster]

If you just pump it a couple of times the pressure will build up on the unit meaning that you don’t have to pump it a lot, once the pressure lowers you pump it 3-4 times until you finish the oil change but overall great video

[@gibsonethirty2836]

G'Day Will Thanks for the review of those oil pumps, I think I might have to get a Oil Safe one for the Transfer box. I use a brass inline hose pump for my Diff's as I run Penrite 140, anything else just craps out (pump that is).

[@lrworkshop]

That must be thick stuff?

[@gibsonethirty2836]

@@lrworkshop yep but bloody brilliant in the heat outback and quiet (I wonder why lol) :D

[@sevenity2677]

Good info not talked about a lot for the home DIY person👍🏼👍🏼

[@mrdeen6313]

Where to get this sir

[@radiator0]

I use a sealey oil suction syringe , never had an issue best £10 iv ever spent..

[@lrworkshop]

I had one and all the oil would drain out from the handle end when upright

[@rustandoil]

I use a Ford Xflow oil pump modified to fit in the top of a 5 litre container.....originally pumped via a small crank handle, recently upgraded to use a cordless drill.... That thing pumps! 😂 😂

[@Hello_there_obi]

What about oil syringes?

[@adamstab1]

I had the Draper, and after time the inside part of the pump falls out.

[@craig_chaznibond452]

I’ve got the draper pump and use it for all service oils. I leave my oils in the house before use and being warmer they pump really well from the draper. Just don’t tell the wife.

[@lrworkshop]

I thought we only don't tell them about the engine parts in the dishwasher and overalls in the washing machine? 😁

[@gibsonethirty2836]

@@lrworkshop and the floor carpets in the dryer

[@waynestevens3662]

@@gibsonethirty2836 and the seat uphostry in the washer that was so good i decided id risk the headrests, err woops they destroyed the washer door. Rang Hotpoint and lucky for me did the work on warranty, he said ive never seen a door glass go this badly before. i kept my gob shut while the wife was still glaring at me.😇

[@GarenP]

This was a great review, thanks. It'd be nice if there was something great for personal use though, I am still not satisfied as a DIYer. Lately the most infuriating thing is that the Redline bottles (holding 75w-90 gear oil) don't fit the pump style adapters that people often use. If I did use re-use an extractor or an electric transfer pump, then there is the issue of cleaning them after use to prevent cross contamination (how best to clean them anyway?) etc. FWIW as an American I quite enjoyed the silly American accent.

[@overnighter]

Did you pump in EP90 GL5 oil?

[@overnighter]

Or something else?

[@RoverAddis]

Nice vid...out of context question are there different types of drop arms for 300tdi 90...my 90 turns 2 1/2 to the right and 1 1/2 to the left couldn’t find out what it is ....

[@lrworkshop]

Not on a Defender. The drop arm won't turn symmetrically each way due to the geometry

[@RoverAddis]

@@lrworkshop could it be adjusted then ....the box it self maybe

[@lrworkshop]

@@RoverAddis the backlash can be adjusted with the nut and adjuster screw on the top

[@RoverAddis]

@@lrworkshop will try it and contact you ...thank you

[@healthystyle]

What about air in the differential, as I saw air bubbles?

[@lrworkshop]

The axle is vented to atmosphere, so the bubbles will rise up. There's lots of bubbles formed when the vehicle is moving anyway.

[@healthystyle]

@@lrworkshop Thank you

[@williamchartouni3078]

I have a different one that has a hose go into the bottle, a hose that goes into the trans and both of those go into a little push-pull pump... Its good but you will get fluid EVERYWHERE

[@lrworkshop]

Hah nice

[@YouDontDoWhatIDo]

Just one job you already paid for the tools. Thank you.

[@akbychoice]

Put the bottles in a plastic bag and twist tie the top shut to keep the items clean.

[@rarnette73]

love the rag at 14:00 old underwear!!!

[@lrworkshop]

😂

[@mylesmooney7505]

Must get one ☝️

[@harveysmith100]

Good review. Your right about LandCruisers being easy to service. Much easier.

[@lrworkshop]

Except for the bloody fill and drain plugs rounding off!