01-04-2024, 08:25 AM | #1 |
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Fumoto Oil Drain Plugs
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I just did an oil change on my 2017 35i yesterday and opted to install a Fumoto valve (in place of the drain plug) as I have had good experiences with them on previous vehicles. Following install, however, I have some concerns over how far the valve protrudes from the skid plate (pics attached). As the valve is within the diameter of the wheels, I’m not so concerned over speed bumps. That being said, my concern is related to any debris that may be unavoidable on the road while driving. Are my concerns valid? Or is this nothing worth worrying over? |
01-04-2024, 09:06 AM | #2 |
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for that reason i have not installed one.
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01-04-2024, 09:46 AM | #3 |
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I’d use the version that doesn’t have the long nipple…I think it’s the “S” version? Or even the no nipple whatsoever version if you’re draining into a pan.
How did you get it to fit on the oil pan? Did you need an adapter? It wasn’t going to fit on my 50i oil pan without an adapter and possibly some modification due to the ridge around the drain opening. |
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01-04-2024, 02:35 PM | #4 |
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I'm sure you will be fine, but it does appear to be vulnerable to road derris and flying objects. Being one of the lowest snare points, it seems to beg the attention of Murphy's Law.
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No way in hell would I drive my car with that sticking down like that.
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I typically drain into a pan, but the intent here is to easily drain back into empty containers to ship back to FCP Euro via a tube. |
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01-04-2024, 06:12 PM | #8 |
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they have shorter versions but maybe not in our size? OP, link to the one you bought?
i'm running a short version on my bronco. it requires a little adapter if you want to attach a tube to it for draining.
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The drain plug is recessed into the oil pan on the 50i 🤦‍♂️ |
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01-05-2024, 09:46 AM | #11 | |
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When I do the swap I'll take a pic of both options and report back. |
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https://www.fumotousa.com/f139n.html This one has been ordered and is set to arrive on Sunday. https://www.fumotousa.com/f-139.html No adapter needed on the N55. I'll follow up with some more in-depth pics when I do the swap on Sunday. |
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01-05-2024, 08:49 PM | #13 |
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Oh hell no to this. I don't find it too much of an inconvenience to put a little upward pressure on the drain plug as I loosen and then pull away quickly. I just hold the catch pan up a bit for 2 seconds and no mess.
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01-08-2024, 06:06 AM | #15 | |
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This is definitely the safer option, however I’ll be using this 5k interval (and subsequent oil change) to decide if it’s really worth it to keep installed. As this version doesn’t have the nipple to attach a tube directly into a collection container, the juice may not be worth the squeeze when considering risk vs. ease of oil change. Will report back with any issues, or in 5k miles. |
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01-08-2024, 01:01 PM | #16 |
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Yep, that’s why I mentioned the “S” version, it has a nub to attach a plastic nipple you can run a hose off of.
And yep, your oil drain isn’t recessed like it is on the 50i. I really wish they hadn’t done that so I could put a fumoto valve on mine without needing an adapter. |
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I rotate between the two but probably spend more time on the desktop version. This is honestly the first time I’ve noticed a profile pic on the app lol. |
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Did you use a washer? A crush washer? The washer from the OEM drain plug? There are a few possibilities as to why you're experiencing a leak. It could be related to: - An improper washer being used. - The plug/valve being cross-threaded. - An issue with the valve itself (if the leak is coming from the inside of the valve) - Residual oil from a messy oil change that is pooled on top of the skid plate. |
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