shortstack
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- 1998 Eddie Bauer 4.0L
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
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