How to: Oil and filter change on the EVO X
Yes. I let my car idle for a few minutes right after I changed it and even just from idling it gets dark. You never get 100% of the old oil out so that mixes with the new oil.
How many of you have had vanilla ice cream and put only a few drops of chocolate syrup then mix it all together. Those few drops will turn the whole bowl brown, haha.
How many of you have had vanilla ice cream and put only a few drops of chocolate syrup then mix it all together. Those few drops will turn the whole bowl brown, haha.
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Joined: Mar 2004
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From: Tx,
Thanks for the pics. I'll see if I can run out and grab one before I tackle my first change on the X. I ordered a bunch of oil and filters from Autozone. Haven't torn into the box yet but I'm betting I forgot to order some crush washers... dope!
BTW, I grabbed this picture from a different author (pstl_pete) but it gives a great picture of the underside of the car so you might be able to use it to place your jacks...
BTW, I grabbed this picture from a different author (pstl_pete) but it gives a great picture of the underside of the car so you might be able to use it to place your jacks...
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Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 62
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From: Cooper City, FL
...and speaking of crush washers - I've been using a Fumoto valve/QuikValve on my Evo (see picture). Makes the changes very easy and clean and no need to replace the crush valve. I just run the hose into an old oil container and open the drain.
I have no affiliation with these guys at all. One of my Honda buddies turned me onto them. Check out the website: http://www.qwikvalve.com/
Anyhow, just one more way to make the change a bit easier.
I have no affiliation with these guys at all. One of my Honda buddies turned me onto them. Check out the website: http://www.qwikvalve.com/
Anyhow, just one more way to make the change a bit easier.
...and speaking of crush washers - I've been using a Fumoto valve/QuikValve on my Evo (see picture). Makes the changes very easy and clean and no need to replace the crush valve. I just run the hose into an old oil container and open the drain.
I have no affiliation with these guys at all. One of my Honda buddies turned me onto them. Check out the website: http://www.qwikvalve.com/
Anyhow, just one more way to make the change a bit easier.
I have no affiliation with these guys at all. One of my Honda buddies turned me onto them. Check out the website: http://www.qwikvalve.com/
Anyhow, just one more way to make the change a bit easier.
...and speaking of crush washers - I've been using a Fumoto valve/QuikValve on my Evo (see picture). Makes the changes very easy and clean and no need to replace the crush valve. I just run the hose into an old oil container and open the drain.
I have no affiliation with these guys at all. One of my Honda buddies turned me onto them. Check out the website: http://www.qwikvalve.com/
Anyhow, just one more way to make the change a bit easier.
I have no affiliation with these guys at all. One of my Honda buddies turned me onto them. Check out the website: http://www.qwikvalve.com/
Anyhow, just one more way to make the change a bit easier.
but any problems with it accidentally opening?
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Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 62
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From: Cooper City, FL
It would take some pretty bizarre circumstances for this thing to open by accident given (1) the scuff plate on the bottom of the vehicle, (2) how far up it sits under the car, and (3) the way it is designed. It is spring loaded and has to be pulled forward and rotated 90 degrees to open. The "lever" is pretty short, so it takes a bit of force. My 12-year old son had trouble (but his nine year old sister didn't - so there).
I've never had a problem with it. Never seen any leakage either. Some of the WRX guys got all whiny about it (surprise...), because they had ripped it off while rallying. These things apparently stick out quite far on WRXs. Regardless, the short nipple (giggity, giggity, goo..alright) version was designed to eliminate this problem. Furthermore, they recommend a 5/8" safety clamp if you are plagued by evil gremlins.
"If you are using the Engine Oil Drain Valve on off-road vehicles such as farm tractors and logging equipment under extreme environment (i.e. corn fields, brush areas), it is recommended that a hose clip as shown below be used for extra safety and security. The hose clip, which can be purchased at our online store or any hardware stores, will firmly keep the lever in the locked position at all times."
I don't personally use the clamp (flashback: vasectomy), but then again I rarely find myself driving in corn fields (unless under a full moon while chasing werewolves).
I've never had a problem with it. Never seen any leakage either. Some of the WRX guys got all whiny about it (surprise...), because they had ripped it off while rallying. These things apparently stick out quite far on WRXs. Regardless, the short nipple (giggity, giggity, goo..alright) version was designed to eliminate this problem. Furthermore, they recommend a 5/8" safety clamp if you are plagued by evil gremlins.
"If you are using the Engine Oil Drain Valve on off-road vehicles such as farm tractors and logging equipment under extreme environment (i.e. corn fields, brush areas), it is recommended that a hose clip as shown below be used for extra safety and security. The hose clip, which can be purchased at our online store or any hardware stores, will firmly keep the lever in the locked position at all times."
I don't personally use the clamp (flashback: vasectomy), but then again I rarely find myself driving in corn fields (unless under a full moon while chasing werewolves).
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