1st Oil Change - Oil Shot Out Like A Geyser!

[SargeDiesel]

same.

Looks like a website issue, not a link issue

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[scout327]

I’ll know what to expect now. It really caught me off guard.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Completely remove the dipstick, fill cap, and oil filter first. This should resolve the water gun effect when you remove the drain plug.

There's no pressure in a crankcase. It's vented into the intake.
Opening things up will actually make it flow even faster. You allow it to flow faster and more freely.

Pour gas out of a car with a long nozzle - it comes out slow.
Now open a vent in the can - it shoots out fast.



I open the drain, let it run, then pull the filter so that the oil from up top gets drained out. Don't want to put the plug back in before you've changed the filter!

 

[Seasquared]

For those of you that change own oil, do you do tire rotation yourself as well?
Its a big reason I dont do my own oil, so I can have tires rotated at same time.
Input please.

 

[Hootbro]

For those of you that change own oil, do you do tire rotation yourself as well?
Its a big reason I dont do my own oil, so I can have tires rotated at same time.
Input please.

I do my own tire rotations also for the same reason I do my own oil changes, so I know it is done right.

 

[Seasquared]

I do my own tire rotations also for the same reason I do my own oil changes, so I know it is done right.

Thanks, Hootbro, figured as much. I am just not in shape to lift these large tires any more, too many years of abusing my back!.

 

[Hootbro]

Thanks, Hootbro, figured as much. I am just not in shape to lift these large tires any more, too many years of abusing my back!.

Understandable that not everybody has the luxury of being able to do their own stuff. Just have to be sure whomever is doing it you trust and stay on top of it.

 

[Seasquared]

For sure, Thanks

 

[Stan H]

For those of you that change own oil, do you do tire rotation yourself as well?
Its a big reason I dont do my own oil, so I can have tires rotated at same time.
Input please.

Yes I do my own tire rotations , oil changes brake jobs, engine work , paint work, you name it I do have help from time to time. Lots of guys on here can help ya get anything accomplished. Master techs on here ( I myself am a self-proclaimed advanced shadetree mechanic )

 

[WILDHOBO]

Update:
I'm not completely caving on my original reply, but there is a consensus on removing the drain plug first. Another suggestion is to install a Fumoto drain valve with the longer nipple.

Original reply:
Completely remove the dipstick, fill cap, and oil filter first. This should resolve the water gun effect when you remove the drain plug.

I’ve done like 20 oil changes on mine with the fumoto valve. Makes it a breeze. Even with that, I make sure the oil is warm as you did, put the hose into an empty 5qt, and open the valve. I don’t tough the dipstick. I do remove the fill cap after it starts draining. When there is over 4 quarts drained, I do the filter while it’s draining out the last little bits. I don’t shut the valve until the new filter is in. Then 5 new quarts go in.

 

[WILDHOBO]

I love the idea but seems like it wants to catch on something. I sound paranoid : )

If you’re not off roading it, nothing will get near it. If you are, an engine skid plate alleviates that. I have a fumoto valve on my wife’s Volvo.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I’ve done like 20 oil changes on mine with the fumoto valve. Makes it a breeze. Even with that, I make sure the oil is warm as you did, put the hose into an empty 5qt, and open the valve. I don’t tough the dipstick. I do remove the fill cap after it starts draining. When there is over 4 quarts drained, I do the filter while it’s draining out the last little bits. I don’t shut the valve until the new filter is in. Then 5 new quarts go in.

With the skid plates and all - you really need that thing, and the tube to guide the oil out.

 

[WILDHOBO]

With the skid plates and all - you really need that thing, and the tube to guide the oil out.

The previous skid design had a huge open oval. I just wanted more coverage and a stronger skid. So I put UHMW on the whole thing and drilled a hole angled towards the rear. 9/16” if I remember right.

 

[Baxter]

For those of you that change own oil, do you do tire rotation yourself as well?
Its a big reason I dont do my own oil, so I can have tires rotated at same time.
Input please.

I have my oil changed for the same reason as you, tire rotation at the same time. My back is getting too bad to do the tires anymore. I mark things so I can keep everyone honest, I have caught 2 different Toyota Dealerships in the past not doing everything they were supposed to do. It’s terrible when we have to be worried about a simple oil change and tire rotation service.

 

[WILDHOBO]

The previous skid design had a huge open oval. I just wanted more coverage and a stronger skid. So I put UHMW on the whole thing and drilled a

For those of you that change own oil, do you do tire rotation yourself as well?
Its a big reason I dont do my own oil, so I can have tires rotated at same time.
Input please.

I absolutely do. Five way rotation only requires one jack and only need to lift the tires 1/2” off the ground.

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