Valvomax Oil Drain Valve

[@CO84trucker]

I've had this setup on my 09 Toyota Tacoma for about 3 years now. It perfectly seals the oil and does not stick out past the skid plate so I don't have to work about it getting damaged when going offroad. As for the slower drain time, I use it for greasing the U-joints and rotating the tires. Either way I have not had any oily mess since installing the Valvomax on my truck.

[@HaiTran]

It definitely makes life a bit easier 👍🏽

[@GreatSeany]

Thomas - how slow are we talking?

[@lorenray9479]

When draining, just pinch tube at catch jug, then squeeze out air. Let oil flow. The weight of oil in tube will siphon the oil quicker. Just science. Open fill cap also.

[@pran8418]

I have installed it in my Honda City and faced no issue in last oil change. In fact, I got it installed at my Honda Service center.

[@HaiTran]

I hope it lasts you a long time 👍🏽

[@deplorablechump8758]

Have one on my truck. Love it. Clean oil change for sure.

[@HaiTran]

Glad to hear that!

[@naturallyaspirated8893]

Great video! I agree with you that it's pricey and I'm not too thrilled about their customer service. I've had a bad experience with the staff at Valvomax but have had a much better customer experience with Fumoto.

[@HaiTran]

Whatever works for you 👍🏽

[@lov2cyanaked]

I have on 19 tacoma, doesn't hang low past skit plate so no splatter or oil on hand. 07 tsx since drain bolt angles down slightly didn't want something too big possibly catch under car. 13 accord I used fumoto since drain bolt is more parallel so larger was ok. I like them.

[@HaiTran]

Whatever works 👍🏽

[@MrCountrycuz]

I have this item and will install it on my next oil change. 2014 Acura TSX

[@HaiTran]

Good luck 👍🏽

[@thingsforfree27]

Thanks man cant wait to use this on my next oil change

[@HaiTran]

No problem 👍

[@shanefrank3281]

I have one on my Suzuki GSX-S1000F motorcycle and love it. But it sticks straight out of the front of the lower part of the engine I want to put one on my Lexus RX350, but like the car in your video, the oil drain plug screws into an angled section of the oil pan which makes the Valvomax stick down below the lowest part of the oil pan. I know it isn't likely that anything would be that close to the oil pan, but I am still a bit worried that something could hit the ValvoMax since it hangs down lower than the oil pan. Nice video.

[@HaiTran]

Having one on a sport bike would definitely be nice as the oil just drips all over my front end.

[@700horses]

Is there any way of completing the oil change if you lose the adapter?

[@HaiTran]

Buy a new adapter or just take the whole thing off and drain like normal.

[@hethaerto1]

Nice design. However, unlike my stand-alone Fumoto and EZ Drain valves, this Valvomax unit uses a auxiliary device to open/close the valve and I can see myself misplacing it or someone else inadvertently throwing it away.

[@HaiTran]

Whatever works 👍🏽

[@geerstyresoil3136]

well, then it just turns into a standard drain plug you would have to remove anyway... I guess don't lose things?

[@swaggerjacker1482]

@@geerstyresoil3136 no kidding. Does Allen misplace his other tools and whatnot? I don’t see why you can’t keep it with your other oil change items! Keep it where you keep your funnels, oil rags etc…. Jeez it’s not that hard

[@edwardgreen8240]

It’s completely worth it just to avoid the stream of oil that gets me every time

[@HaiTran]

Everything has value to someone 👍🏽

[@Discovery123.]

Well, I pretty sure this make the oil change more clean and less mess, but the oil filter is also a big mess too.

[@HaiTran]

I suppose if you’re somehow flinging oil everywhere while taking the oil filter off considering that it usually just drips straight down and considering that many cars have top mounted oil filters…

[@noahsuess2806]

Put a zip lock over the filter. Just read that on someone else’s comments on another video and I can’t believe I didn’t think of it sooner.

[@gregb6953]

When changing the filter I start by loosening the filter just enough that it'll spin by hand, and then I punch a hole in it. It lets the oil drain out, although a lot slower than just taking the filter off, but it contains the mess depending on where your filter is. It's not a big deal on my truck as it's easily accessible, and the filter sits vertical. On my diesel tractor, the filter sits horizontal, so no matter how long I let the oil drain from the plug, as soon as I took the filter off it ran down the frame. Punching the hole in and letting it drain before taking it off, I only get a few drops which is easily wiped up. The filter on my tractor is not in a convenient spot, so this prevents a lot of clean up frustration.

[@Tman0517]

At 40$ its worth it because theres nothing worse then going to take out a drain plug and suddenly you hear SNAP. Also the way my f250's plug is aimed it likes to shoot out about 2 feet and work its way back. So yeah i ive bought 2, one for my truck and one for the wifes jeep.

[@HaiTran]

Glad it's worked out for you 👍🏽

[@pavangajendragad5195]

Nice video .. I want to buy this for my 2007 accord 2.4 L .. anything I should know before the purchase? 1) Like leaks for M14-1.50 Quick Twist valve .. 2) Fit 3) residual oil after is drains completely 4) depth of the valve compared to drain plug 🔌 looks short does that matter ? Thanks in advance ..

[@HaiTran]

Those are questions I can’t answer since they are dependent on your setup. I can only speak for my car.

[@swaggerjacker1482]

On my 2017 accord the valve would point straight back so would not be hit by anything. Also, when you do an oil change even using the factory drain plug there will still be residual oil left in the motor even if you let it drain for a week

[@lorenray9479]

A nice tool

[@fortuneeight-p9z]

Slower drain and most likely not a full drain. Some Toyota, drain valve is at the bottom vs back of oil pan.

[@CostantineYoussif]

Do you need to torque it down on initial plug? Or just hand tight? And does it have any gasket around the plug if yes does it need to replaced ? Thanks

[@HaiTran]

I’m not sure what you’re trying to ask. I showed what I did in the video. Other than that, I would suggest contacting the manufacturer for an exact answer.

[@CostantineYoussif]

@@HaiTran how did you get it installed? And what is the torque specs ? Because from what i see how you can’t even get your socket threw it to torque it down, it probably need a plier or something..

[@HaiTran]

I’ve installed it on multiple cars and have used a normal combination wrench or wrench to install it.

[@HaiTran]

Here’s it installed on my Supra: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXKpgHVtaNCVg5o

[@CostantineYoussif]

@@HaiTran very straightforward and to the point! You have answered all my questions in this video thanks

[@PC_CERTIFIED]

I know this will seem stupid don’t you still have to use a crush washer when you install this on the oil pan? The only reason I ask is I didn’t see one here being installed

[@HaiTran]

You just didn’t see it. The Valvomax comes with one to be used.

[@olhesty2196]

Dude, you got great vids. Did you ever check to see how much residual oil came out jf you removed the plug?

[@HaiTran]

I did not but can tell it’s the right amount considering how much I had to put in. Realistically, the plug shouldn’t prevent you from getting any more or less oil drained considering it’s doing the exact same thing as a regular drain plug. You’re draining from the same location and not making any major changes. You’re just changing the spout.

[@olhesty2196]

@@HaiTran I was thinking about how deep the threads on the pan vs the length of the bolt. I'm pretty fanatical about my stuff. Love your oil extractor vid!

[@HaiTran]

You buy a Valvomax properly sized for your car’s oil drain threads so it should make no difference if you purchased the right valve. They are not universal.

[@swaggerjacker1482]

You do realize there is residual oil still left in the motor itself right? When you do an oil change you don’t get every single drop of oil out…

[@miguelhurtado3873]

Really nice thanks. Is that Valvomax available for BMW 3 serie?

[@HaiTran]

The manufacturer’s website has a sizing guide.

[@miguelhurtado3873]

@@HaiTran Thankyou I will take a look.

[@HaiTran]

Good luck!

[@andyhawks7513]

I just received mine!

[@HaiTran]

Hope it works out for you!

[@deye4468]

Will it work on the Supra? Is there anything special that needs to be done when installing, like Teflon tape, torque, etc. thanks.

[@HaiTran]

I’m about to find out soon. I’m going to be doing an oil change and have a Valvomax for the Supra ready.

[@AntLive29]

For $45 I’ll put gloves on and lay a tarp down

[@HaiTran]

Whatever works for you.

[@HaiTran]

Here's the Valvomax on the Supra video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXKpgHVtaNCVg5o

[@deye4468]

Thanks for the informative vid!

[@MikeBee77]

I have 2 of these for my vehicles. Love them! I just saw another brand called K-Motor, anybody had any experience with this brand by any chance?

[@HaiTran]

I personally have not. Hopefully someone else has an opinion 👍🏽

[@dannyspitzer1267]

Good video ...it's between this and the Fumoto

[@HaiTran]

Good luck choosing 👍🏽

[@shanefrank3281]

I have an EZ Oil Drain Valve on my walk behind ExMark mower. I like it but, like the Fumoto, it is a lever and I prefer the system on the ValvoMax. It isn't likely, but the lever could get hit and dump the oil. The ValvoMax is sealed internally then has the cap which would hold in the oil even if the internal seal failed.

[@Antimortem]

good video, really smooth narration👍as you said , the device sticks out. that worries me . but, the idea of a drain valve is great👍

[@HaiTran]

The extra size will likely not be a problem for most people. It just depends on your needs👍🏽

[@Antimortem]

@@HaiTran why not fumoto ?

[@HaiTran]

In what sense?

[@Antimortem]

@@HaiTran well, the fumoto is a whole unit, it's not a two piece. And the new ones are larger drain hole ,faster drain. The ones you using very similar to stahlbus, a two piece. What do you think?

[@HaiTran]

I didn't go with the Fumoto because I didn't like that it was just an exposed spout that can't really be controlled. I believe they actually make a hose but you have to buy it separately or make your own.

[@atticstattic]

Pricey - but well-made!

[@HaiTran]

Definitely could be cheaper 👍🏽

[@MASTER3RDEYE]

I bought one.

[@HaiTran]

Hope you like it 👍🏽

[@Gypobt]

rust?

[@HaiTran]

On what?

[@carlam329]

Yo,you don’t change your oil filter? So your still Going to have a little mess

[@HaiTran]

It depends on on where the oil filter is situated, but in any case, this will help to minimize mess.

[@bongpay]

I installed the Valvomax Oil Drain the last time I changes my oil and finally got to use this Valvomax today. I have a 2019 Ford Expedition with 6 quarts of oil. Connecting the drain hose was easy but it took me 45 minutes to drain 6 quarts of oil. Yes I did not make any mess on my driveway but 30 minutes into the draining I was about to take this F#&K*&G thing out of the car. Good thing my son asked me to drop him off the train station using my other car. When I came back thank goodness it was done. It normally takes me around 30 minutes to complete my oil change when I had the OEM drain plug but with drips on my driveway. Today it took me over an hour to complete the oil change. Is it worth the it.....

[@HaiTran]

That’s crazy. I wonder what’s going on with your Expedition that’s making it take so long because I’ve used it with 4/5 quart cars and it takes only a few minutes. I can’t imagine 6 quarts taking much longer.

[@bongpay]

@@HaiTran I just spoke to a ValvoMax support person and they are real people here in the U.S of A. Jerry is a very nice person to talk to, and very helpful. He think the unit could be defective. He will send me another Drain Kit to see if that fix the issue. I will not know it until my second oil change from today. First oil change will be the swap of drain kit and the second will be using the replacement.

[@HaiTran]

Good luck with the next one 👍

[@lov2cyanaked]

just guessing maybe need to crack oil cap open for air

[@swaggerjacker1482]

@@lov2cyanaked that’s what I’m thinking too, screw on the hose and then take off oil fill cap and it will drain much faster

[@aseelmalki4689]

is it fo all sizes...i have honda crv mod 2011?

[@HaiTran]

The manufacturer has a size guide on their website.