Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:07:24 -0700
Reply-To: Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM>
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From: Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: Lil change items link requests
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hi Eric,
I have used this one for many years with satisfaction. It extracts and
evacuates (to empty it) too. Some say it doesn't completely remove the oil
drain method, it may be true but the little remaining oil in there doesn't
bother me. They give different sizes of tubingI push the appropriate tube
in the dipstick guide till it hits the bottom and then pump. I prefer this
method rather than messing up with the drain plug, washer and used oil
catcher.
https://www.amazon.com/Mityvac-7201-Fluid-Evacuator-Plus/dp/B0002SR7TC/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=oil+extractor&qid=1657731510&sr=8-7
On Wed, Jul 13, 2022 at 9:25 AM Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:
> Hi folks,
>
> I just got some great advice from Ken Wilford. As a follow up I
> wanted to see if folks here could help me find links to some needed oil
> change items.
>
> My 84 oil plug has been repaired. I can feel the seal is not perfect. I
> suspect a coil is there. The plug bolt head is oversized but the diameter
> of the plug is the same. The threads might be different.
> The crush washer I removed had the stock diameter but was very wide. It
> just about filled the circle and was thicker as well.
>
> I’m searching for the nylon reusable oil change washer. Any links for
> this?
>
> Also, for the 84 and possibly both I like Ken’s suggestion to simply seal
> the oil plug well and then use an oil extractor from the dip stick.
>
> That does sound like a good option and less wear on the old oil plugs. I
> would still need to go under for the filter but I would benefit from less
> mess in oil transfers.
>
> So, I have a link, from Ken, to a usable extractor that seems good but
> I’m wondering if anyone has a favorite oil extractor for getting oil from
> the dipstick area.
>
> Also wondering why dip stick area and not the fill tube?
>
> Any draw backs, or special techniques?
>
> I do have a pump for doing oil testing but it only fills a pint testing
> container and I don’t believe a standard container of any kind.
>
> I have a gear oil pump but the hose is bigger then the dip stick.
>
> Also, do some of these pumps also work for brakes? I have a brake fluid
> change in my future for the 84.
>
> Any wide washer or pump links appreciated!
> And tips as well.
>
> Eric Caron
> 84 with a oil plug fixable issue
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