Oil Drain Plug Mod!! (pics)

[shortstack]

So i hated changing the oil on the X cause the oil drain plug was facing towards the passenger side tire so decided to do a little mod.

The X's drain plug is 14mm x 1.5 so i got a 14mm x 1.5 to 1/2" pipe thread adapter like this one http://www.boschhydraulic.com/id/647 . got a 1/2" 90 degree elbow and vavle and a 45 degree and a plug all in 1/2". I used thread sealant to make sure no leaks, it took some time to figure how everything goes but put it all together and no leaks here are some pics

i'll try and get better pics under the X later

the reason i have the valve is so when i go to change it i can take the plug out with out it getting my hand all oily, then i just open the valve when ready to drain it. you also need the plug just in case the valve comes open

NOTE: i would sucks the little bit of oil out before putting the adapter in, less mess and helps it seal better

 

[aldive]

Just curious, but what did all the components cost you?

 

[shortstack]

under $40 but thats in alaska, and i didn't go to the cheapest place if you shop around you get get them for $30ish the valve and the adapter were the most

 

[aldive]

Interesting.

You do know about a commercial valve similar to yours - Fumatsu Oil Drain Valve ( http://www.lubricationspecialist.co...x?fileid=105&gclid=CJKii8yNjpICFREXkgodqFHU6g ). And it costs only $21.00.

I have used one for years.

 

[shortstack]

^^^ not too shabby
but i like this set up cause of the bends it has the 90 to face to the rear and then the 45 to face semi-down, last time i tried to order a little adapter they (online stores) wanted $20 just for shipping

their are some other valve you can use that might work better (and smaller) but i decided to use this one

 

[WhiteLimited]

Nice mod man!

 

[JDraper]

Ummm..do you realize that since you've got it tied to the frame on one side (fixed location) and that the engine rocks side to side every time you accelerate, sooner or later you're probably going to fatigue either the oil pan or one of your parts and loose all your oil? You would be better off securing it to the motor than to the frame.

 

[Xan]

was about to say the same thing... you're gonna rip that out of the pan if you accelerate hard. An oil pan isent all that thick or strong...

 

[shortstack]

its tied to a radiator (heater) hose, its still able to move side to sdie, or where ever the motor might move

 

[aldive]

I am afraid you are asking for trouble.

 

[shortstack]

^^^ please explain

the heater hose has plenty of wiggle room without being yanked out

 

[shortstack]

its "tied" to the hose for precautionary measures just in cause it slips down, it can stay like that but i was afaid when hitting bumps in might move meaning the whole thing being a few inches from the ground

 

[Donner]

hmm... this one's like, the oem plug is flat and kept out of the way. the way you have it set up, you're causing flex to occur from the oil pan and all the components used to assemble the drain plug - something will give - and will likely be while the vehicle is in motion. it's best to play it safe...

 

[shortstack]

well i'll keep you guys posted as the days and weeks go on

 

[Donner]

if the device causes the tread in the oil pan to warp even slightly, will you be able to fit a standard/oem plug in place of the drain plug mod? will warping cause leakage?

 

[aldive]

Rather than a leak, I would be more concerned with catastrophic failure.

 

[shortstack]

so you guys think the weight of the components and hitting bumps will warp the threads

 

[Donner]

that oil is safe and warm inside the pan. a $5 or $10 bolt to keep it that way, and a little extra effort in changing is worth it. this particular mod is a danger.

 

[Sams01XplrSprt]

nice mod

 

[Donner]

Shortstack, exclude me from the equation. Just look at the people that posted to tell you the trouble you're going to face. None of them posted with doubt or uncertainty, they see it coming.