Top 5 BEST DIY Tools (Changing Oil)
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- Опубликовано: 7 июл 2024
- Do you change your own oil? If you decide to, you will save a LOT of money (vs going to the dealer) --- but you will also need a variety of tools!
We take a look at our Top 5 picks for the best DIYer Tools to Change Oil with --- and they all will make the job a lot easier on you!
Here are some links to the various tools/accessories shown in this video (Affiliate links below help keep this channel going & it does not change the price at all!....Thanks for supporting us!)
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Got me! I just ordered the Lisle magnetic drain plug tool. Should have gotten that thing about 40 years ago. Thanks for showing it.
I change my own oil . My dealer charges $49.95 to do lube, oil and filter, check trans and diffs levels and tire pres., brake fluid , brake and tire wear. I still do it myself because I save $20 (Canadian- that's like $3 USD) and I'm a goof who likes making a mess and working for $5/hour. Now that's funny right there.
wait, what? you save 20 bucks...for 5/hour...you change your oil in 4 hours?
BC, I deduct the cost of the beer I drink doing the job, from my profits. Anything left on the + side of zero $ is a good day. At least 12 other people must too. LOL
haha now I get it and I agree
You should show Lemurs how to change oil, invite him to go to your place ( I know that puts a bad taste in your mouth ) and he can learn as he changes all that oil. I'm sure he would be covered with oil head to toe.
Don't forget the fact that you know the job was done right when you do it yourself. You know your drain plug isn't stripped, filter isn't too tight, and any hardware requiring removal for the job isn't left off and such. Lube techs are the worst.
+Banshee365 exactly! I let the oil drain until it stops dripping.....that takes 10-15 minutes......quick lube places put the plug back in too soon & leave a lot of old oil in your engine! 👎
Quick Lube places can eat a bag of dicks.
Real Tool Reviews I love my Powerstroke...I own 3, but the side drain plug is such a stupid pain the the ass
Bingo!!!!!!!!
I'm a lubetech and I agree. Some of us tighten the drain plug crazy hard. Because if it leaks later and customer comes back, we lose money that we earned.
Honorable Mention: Big A$$ piece of cardboard to place under your car to save your driveway from spills and drips while you change the oil and filter.
I use a tarp to place underneath my car. Any oil spills wipes up pretty easily. I have tons of tarps I've gotten free from Harbor Freight :)
That free harbor freight tarp is legendary...lol
Old political campaign signs that never get collected work great too. They are slick so it makes sliding under the vehicle much easier, any spilled oil wipes right off, and if the the candidate is never going to collect it, you're basically picking up litter and making the world a better place.
Dollar store tarps are just the right size for oil changes or repairs .
That funnel looks pretty slick. I just cut the bottom out of an empty quart and just use that...works like a charm. Nice video though.
All of the tools you showed were great, but my favorite one that I have to get is that drain plug pro. I have been changing my own oil for years (I'm 67) and I have never seen one of those. Thanks for all the great video's.
Never ever should a drain plug be installed with and impact wrench
David Speelman my cousin did that once... bad idea
To avoid warranty issues I let the dealership do certain maintenance during the warranty period. Those oil plugs are really tight the first time I change my oil after them.
1 more reason to avoid places like Jiffy Lube. Do your own = know what and how it was done + saving $$$.
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What moron would ever use an impact wrench on any plug underneath a car? Wtf? Just use a torque wrench
Funny thing is I use ALL 5 of these tools and love them. The only thing additional I have done is purchase a Fumoto Valve for each of my 3 vehicles which makes draining the oil super fast and easy. Thanks for the always great videos.
You forgot to mention the 5 gal. pail of oil-dry, a stack of shop towels and the 6-pack of beer. Don't forget to grease the front end. I usually have a replacement T shirt to put on after wrecking the first one. Don't tell me you have changed oil on the ground and never needed one of theses. HaHaHaHa
if you're getting oil on your tshirt you should probably take it to the dealer because you are definately doing something wrong
You're right. I should take my 3 farm pick-ups, 1 semi tractor ,5 farm tractors and the combine back to the dealer for oil changes because I have definitely been doing something wrong for over 40 years. I'm so glad you pointed that out. I am such an idiot and you seem so clever. Thanks for taking the time away from your video game to enlightening me. It was a failed attempt at humor, but most millennial don't get humor. LOL.
o Lemurs you clearly have never been under a car
Calm down Douglas. I work at a dealership and I get oil on my shirt all the time. Maybe we could learn something from o Lemurs?
Beaker, I'm always willing to learn. LOL
just bought the channel lock pliers. they arrived Wednesday and an hour later the stuck filter on my MG was off. was going to have it towed to a garage otherwise so really pleased.
Fumoto drain valves work great too. I have used them for years on my oil drains with zero issues. Allows easy and mess free draining. Actually allows you to use an empty 5 quarts jug so you don't even need the drain pan. Great video. Thanks
This is something I was taught at 12 years old. My dads cheap he isn't going to pay 120 dollars every 3,000 miles especially not the way we drive places to have oil changed. So I was taught to change oil, transmission fluid, rotate tires, and brakes. And then I was taught how to tear a motor down and rebuild it by a master mechanic.
You are lucky to have such great mentors. A lot of people don't even know the difference between a radiator and a carburetor.
Absolutely excellent review. I have been extremely impressed with the last several of your videos/reviews I have seen. Keep up the great work!
I use the Lyle funnel and work at a repair shop. Saves lots of clean up time, I love this tool.
I change my own oil not for savings but for convenience, the fact that I know the belly pan is put back on with ALL the fasteners and mostly because it forces me to get under the cars and trucks (we have 4 vehicles) and get a good look for anything that needs attention. It's surprising how much can be caught early when you crawl underneath with a flashlight.
One tip I have for vehicles with the filter horizontally is to cut up a windshield washer fluid bottle flat to use as a catch pan when filter is directly above other components like steering linkage.
Or a pry bar for that matter when we talk about checking your bushings, drivetrain, and suspension parts that need greasing.
My favorite thing is no drain plug but the Fumoto oil drain valve I put on my jeep. So easy and simple. No mess at all. I just attach a hose to the end of the valve put the other end in my pan and open the valve. After it drains I close the valve and take the hose off.
other than starting the engine, backing down off the ramps, shutting the engine off, waiting for 3-5 minutes AND THEN checking the oil level, it was a great vid.
That magnetic drain plug tool is the greatest single thing I've ever seen. Period. Also, ordered.
I really like the funnel, when I add or change my oil I usually spill when filling. This funnel would make all the difference! And the plug tool also, wow simple idea but what a difference it makes....thanks for the video, I now have some shopping to do so I can get my over due oil changed!!!
This guy has mastered the anchorman / news reporter speaking style
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I think he sounds less like a Anchorman/News Reporter (like you said) and more like Andy Rooney ( ruclips.net/video/-0J56vwXqOA/видео.html ) who used to do a editorial/opinion on "60 Minutes".
The drain plug pro great idea . Thumbs up on that ..
great video! the magnetic drain plug tool and oil filter pliers are amazing! iv used the magnetic tool everyday since getting it. they also make an angled funnel to get into difficult places.
I prefer to jack mine up and use jack stands for a couple of reasons. Aside from my fear of driving over the end of the ramps I like to check the front tires for end play up & down and side to side checking ball joints and tie rods while I'm waiting for the oil to drain. I also make it a habit to rotate my tires when I do an oil change.
That magnetic drain plug tool is very cool. I haven't seen that before but I will be getting one for sure. The funnel is pretty neat too. I can see where that would be very handy. Fortunately my car is pretty easy to get to and fill with just a regular old cheapo funnel.
The fact that you even mention that an oil drain plug might be put on with an impact gun is reason enough why it's probably better to DIY oil changes.. Not to mention the fact that most "quick lube" type oil change places are probably using the cheapest oil filter possible and who knows what kind of oil.
My thoughts on your picks.
Ramps - initially I first used the ramps for oil changes but figured out later that jack stands and a jack are much more useful if you plan do other stuff like rotate your tires, brakes, and other jobs.
Long ratchet - nice to have, but it shouldn't take that much effort to take a drain plug off. You are better off with a flex head ratchet like the Harbor Freight Pittsburgh Pro or Gearwrench ones if you want the extra leverage and want to do other stuff.
Oil Filter pliers - In most other applications, you have a limited amount of room and would be better off with something like a strap, claw, or metal band wrench - something that won't have clearance issues. I personally use the Gearwrench claw wrench.
Drain Plug Pro - Nice to have. Sounds like a hand saver, especially if you are going to be doing a lot of oil changes.
Lisle oil funnel - Nice to have. Sounds like a great way to prevent spills and free up your hand though it does cost ten times that of a basic funnel and may be hard to justify the cost if you're not using it to make a living.
The only thing I would add is that it is always a good Idea to recheck oil level once back on a level surface and after the engine has ran for a minute. Always a great video and thanks.
I do agree. I have not seen a funnel like that one. I will have to get me one.
All great products. For vehicles with the filter in the engine bay I use a suction pump to capture the oil , don't have to get under the vehicle and I save a lot of time and less mess to deal with. I get the oil out thru the oil dip stick tube , some don't like the method but I think it a great alternate way of doing an oil change.
STEVE ROB if you don't drain the pan through the drain plug your pan will fill up with sludge that will eventually clog the pick up screen...
That's a misnomer. If you look at the pan geometry, it should be clear that a vacuum oil change is actually capable of removing more oil from the engine than you can get out from the drain hole. I've been able to pull a pint, even after the engine has been drained from below.
In any case, vacuum oil changes MUST be done on hot oil. Any sludge will be sucked right up.
Thank You! This is helpful.
Very helpful lesson sir
I have oil filter pliers very similar to yours and they're the best I've ever used. I use a torque wrench for tightening the drain plug and I've never had a problem with stripped threads. The drain plug gasket also lasts for years.
I just bought and got to use my Mity-Vac oil extractor a few months back. Forget dealing with the drain plug at all!
As a bonus: most euro cars like my Audi have bypass filters located up top, so I don't even jack the car up and drop the skid plate to do an oil change! It take only a few minutes now, and not a drop of oil is spilled.
I service all the family cars, and I don't mind people bugging me for oil changes now - it's that much more easy.
I particularly like the oil catch pan. I use the same kind and the way the lip is designed, it will direct oil back to the pan without spilling out of the pan when oil gushes out.
like the funnel. and the magnet screw driver.good video
Great video! Instead of buying a dedicated oil filter wrench I've used my 14 inch pipe wrench which allows you to securely remove any oil filter that's very tight. It has just enough to be able to grab most oil filters. Obviously you have to have room just as you do with your oil filter wrench channel locks for this to work. That way you have a pipe wrench thats usable for other do it yourself things around the house and not just dedicated to oil filters. Love the magnetic nut removal tool! Funny how you show me something that I've never seen before but is a great idea! Also the Lisle funnel is a great idea too. I have one dedicated to fit my Toyota but the one you have with the multiple adapters is a much better approach! Get yourself a nice 5 gallon pan with a large opening like the one in your video as well. Lastly might try a Fumoto oil drain valve. I have used these years and love them. This is a really great video. Keep up the good work and sincere and honest approach that you display!
some great looking tools there
My favorite oil changing tool is a large plastic concrete mixing tub. The thing is 3' x 2' and will catch oil no matter how far it jets out from the drain, can catch the drips from the plug and the filter at the same time, and cost me all of $8 at a hardware store. It's way better than the little round things at the auto parts store, which inevitably result in you missing part of that first jet of oil.
When I'm done, I just upend it into a 5G paint bucket for eventual disposal and wipe off the lip with a shop towel.
For those of you with cars that have cars equipped with the plastic canister type oil filters where you change the paper screen inside as opposed to the metal spin-on type of filter; I recommend the Lisle 5pc filter socket set (p/n 13300). This will allow you to change oil filters on engines such as the Chrysler 3.6 Pentastar and Chevy EcoTec, as well as various fuel filters.
For the most part, I'd call all of these tools gimmicks, except for one.
Those Channellock oil filter pliers are the real deal. They're also great for plumbing fittings like PVC drain collars and unions, and kitchen sink drain retaining rings.
The rest aren't awful, but you don't need them either.
1st time watching the video, I have the same funnel and oil drain pan. lol I subscribed love it
Nice, thx for sharing.
Few people will read this, But the best drain pan is a concrete mixing tub from a big box HW store. Way cheaper, and way bigger so you don’t overshoot it when you pull the plug, and you can do the filter while the pan is still dripping. And it’ll be big enough for nearly any transmission too.
I've had bad experiences with oil filter cap wrenches in the past. They either spun on the filter or got wedged on and were difficult to separate from the filter. So I found it much easier to use a nylon strap wrench. The strap is attached to a hollow square bar which rolls the nylon belt tight and attaches to a 1/2" drive ratchet. It's not usually a one handed operation, but it works better for me while taking up much less storage space than cap wrenches. I like the setup you have in the video with the exception of the ramps. I trust the strength of steel (jack stands) much more than anything else.
fumoto valve on your personal cars so you don't need to use a tool. just flip the valve open and flip it closed when the oil is done draining. or an oil pump reservoir that you can stick the hose down the dipstick tube and suck all the oil out without getting under the car if the filter is located above.
I actually installed one of those on my Mazda 6 several years ago - but it took forever to drain! (even when the oil was warm). I ended up putting the oil plug back in as is wasn't worth the time suck.
@@dperreno I had the same results!
Doug Perrenoud keep the fill cap off on the valve cover so you have better air flow. No issues with mine, oil change takes 20 minutes tops.
Great video. Great tips :-)
I will add in a comment for Fumoto Valves as well. Makes the job almost tool free and no mess. Amazon usually has Oil for the same price or a few dollars cheaper than Walmart. If you use Google Chrome you can set up alerts on Camalizer to notify you when the price drops. Ex. 5Qt of Mobile1 Full Synthetic was 19.99 on September 17th.
i love this series!
it's nice to get some advice for diy vehicle meintenance.
I have a set of the ramps and they work great. I was honestly alittle nervous at first use because there plastic but they have been great. very strong
I have steel ramps but It's faster for me to just use my floor jack and jack stands but obviously whatever works for you is the best thing to use. I always time it so that my truck is cold so as not to have to deal with hot oil but I like those tools you featured for dealing with a "hot" oil change.
Thank you for the information
Good video on your application those pliers work well. Some applications you will need a strap wrench, some others you need a special socket in order to remove the filter. For your truck that is the correct stuff. Enjoy watching your videos.
Great video, I like the idea of investing in tools to make jobs easier. I really like to change my own oils and all the fluids that I can change myself. It is way better as I can choose the quality of the oils I want to use and as well as saving money on mechanic labour. I think its better to take it to mechanic for something complicated issues. Just as an example, last service I asked the mechanic to flash my coolant system. But I got a feeling later he didn't do it properly even after charging me $200.
Flo tool makes a clear funnel with measurements on it,it also has a kind of twist valve that turns the funnel off,that things great
Great video!
Love it!
Josh Greaves
The third tool - magnetic drain plug with flexible shaft - HOLY CRAP!!!!!
I wish I would have bought one of those years ago. After having owned this tool for little over a year now, I quickly knew this was one of the best oil change tools out. Seriously, if you do not have one of these yet . . . BUY ONE . . . your only regret will be wishing that you had bought it sooner
That funnel, and drain plug tool is slick. I also suggest a few gallon food storage bags. I use one to keep my funnels in so they say dust/dirt free, and I also drop my old filter in one so it doesn't make a mess in the trash can. Personally I use a drain pan with a top on it as well. That way if you do drop the plug it's not down in the waste oil. I also set up a hook on my fence to hang the drain pan from when dumping the oil into the old oil jug for disposal. I dump the bulk of it in, and then set up the jug, and pan against my fence for it to drain the residual oil out of the pan.
Not sure about your local services or laws, but in California it's illegal to throw away oil filters. The auto parts stores accept them when I bring them my used oil to dispose of at the same time.
Travis McVey
the drain pan like in the video is the best I've used, though it wasn't mentioned at all. it's deep and wide enough to cover both the drain plug and filter locations usually, so a secondary catch container isn't necessary. having a container with a top would tend to splash from the initial high flow if there's a large distance from the drain point. the container in the video, having the long spout, makes transfer to a storage container much easier. the version with the longer narrower spout is better than the one with the shorter wide diameter one that's also sold; fits down into most containers like the 5 qt jugs or wide mouth single quart bottles the oil often comes in now, which was just emptied.
Storage is easier too because it can be stored on its side with no leakage, I usually just toss some newspaper in there to absorb the remaining film of oil as it sits for next time. I'd go as far as put it at the top of the list of all the tools for oil changes.
+1 for the rhino ramps. Easiest way to change oil with minimum danger and work.
Good stuff..👍
great video
fumoto drain valve. it can be connected to a hose and drained directly into a jug.
I own a shop and the funnel is used a ton. Great for Toyota where the oil can over flow with a traditional funnel or takes longer to fill. Funnel is must have.
I bought the drain plug pro as a direct result of this channel!! I love it! Everyone thinks I'm such a smarty because of the tools I own/use.
I'm looking at drain pans. Have you seen the flotool 42004mi? I feel like it's the king of the crop - so tired of the one I have now... Splatters and spills everywhere!
Great tools
+Real tool reviews I also suggest getting a fumoto or EZ drain Vale with the 5/8" nipple so you can add a hose to it then remove the lock and trunk the valve I've had one on my diesel Truck for over 3yrs now and done everything from highway to Mud riding and drive in the woods and brush to deer stands and never has it came open on me
I change my oil for several reasons. I know the job is getting done right, I use great quality oil/filter, I feel more in touch with my Ride, and I show my younger peers how to do it.
Thanks for your tips. I have been using a K&N filter for years which uses a one-inch socket or wrench to remove. Also, I always pull out my check oil stick before refilling the oil - less back pressure when pouring in the oil.
Oil filter strap wrench. My buddy let me use it for a filter I couldn't get off and now I need to buy one. I haven't tried those pliers though. I'll have to give them a shot if I get a chance.
As I own a cavalier, I have a few different recommendations.
Fram makes a spring loaded filter remover head for ratchets, they go over the tip of the filter and hold it to take it off. unfortunately, doesn't work the opposite way, but it's almost firing blind in that car's filter area anyways.
second, a good long handle wrench in the size of the drain plug, cause on some cars the drain cock is close to the trans pan.
other than that, not bad suggestions.
A tip when changing the oil on a diesel truck like that, poke a small hole in the bottom of the oil filter before unscrewing it, let the oil drain out of the filter, then unscrew the filter completely. This ensures no oil is in the filter and will help with your mess.
Nursery Life
just be sure to make sure you're able to get the filter loosened first with whatever tool you use, cause you're at the point of no return once you punch the filter. if for some reason you can't take it off from some gorilla severely overtightening it previously and it's your only vehicle, you'd be stuck.
Good point, but I most always change my own oil, so I rest assured the filter is not to tight.
Channel lock oil filter pliers are great and they come in a bunch of different sizes. The only problem I find with the is the 90 degree bend. I also picked up a few straight oil filter wrenches Tekton makes a 12 and 16” model ( I use these on my 2019 Ford F-150 as I can slid the oil pan under the front and reach the filter from the top without getting under the truck because of the reach you get with the strain handles to jaws) and obviously mac and other companies have a model. I’ve also picked up a few gear wrench and mac band style filter wrenches. This are nice then you can’t fit a pair of pliers around a filter cause the engine block is too close you simply slide the band over and put a ratchet bar through whatever space you have. If your only changing one or two vehicles you’ll know what you need but I’m an industrial power generation technician and I’ve had to to take of some of the most stubborn and large filters. Try and grab the filter at the top if you can as that’s where the most steel is (with the threading) and less change and squishing the filter and making a huge mess, but like I said sometime you can’t fit a wrench into certain engines and you need options. I’ve bent a pair of channel lock oil filter wrench having to put a pipe in the handles to remove and stubborn filter one a 750kw (1005hp) Baldor generator (which are notorious for having stuck filters) and ever since then I’ve had all the sized and different options another great option is slip joint tongue and groove pliers. You can get them upto 16.5” from channel lock(which is what I had to get for the baldor) and all these item are under 35 dollars. Remember to lube your o-ring to seal your filter properly and also make removal a little easier next change. Good video I actually have never seen that lisle funnel and will be ordering one right now. Def clear funnels are the way to go. All and grained has a good set of 3 I always carry but like you said some engines take a long time to drain down to the pan and you get overflowing from the rocket. Excited to get that like funnel great video!
I use the snap on funnel. that thing is the best as it screws into the oil cap. I never have oil back up it just flows right in.
The Funnel Buddy ought to be on this list.
Great tips, I already have the Rhino Ramps, going to get the funnel today!!! I have a Kia Optima so I can't use the Channel Lock Pliers to do the filter because of the splash guard, what do you recommend?
If you have Toyota's ,Assenmacher oil filter cap wrenches are excellent ,especially for Camry's with the cartridge oil filter housings.
My son & I split the cost for the Motivx Tools Oil Filter Wrench for our Toyota & Lexus vehicles, both are the same engine size, as well as oil filter size, which we buy the filters in bulk. Just in that, we have easily recouped our money in the wrench cost. We also watch the oil market prices on Mobile 1 full synthetic. We plan on getting the OEMTOOLS 24444 Coolant System Refiller Kit, and the FOUR UNCLES Oil Changer Vacuum Fluid Extractor Pneumatic/Manual 6.5 Liter with Pump Tank , that should complete our vehicle maintenance tools, not to mention, we would stay a little more cleaner in the oil changes with the extractor pump.
Plus 1 for the funnel.
I would add an end cap filter wrench to that list. My trucks filter is in a spot that makes it nearly impossible to get a regular strap or filter wrench on.
15 year diesel tech here. I personally prefer the strap style socket for spin-on filters. I've never been unable to remove a stuck filter and since it a strap, I can adjust it to different diameter filters. Some of the filters I deal with are about 5" wide or more. I got mine from Snap-On at an embarrassingly high price, but I'm sure you can find a less expensive one out there.
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I personally like the oil filter sockets. They attach to a 3/8 ratchet and are lifesavers when the filter is ungodly tight!
Fumoto oil drain valve that replaces your drain plug. I have one on all 3 of my vehicles and it's awesome. Flick the lever, and the oil drains, no need to undo a plug. There are two models, one with a nipple for a hose and one without. With a nipple you can attach a drain hose for the oil and send it directly to empty jugs, thus skipping the need for a messy drain pan.
Who doesn't change their own oil? I've had a set of Rhino ramps for 12 years now. They work every time. Handle everything from my little bitty '99 Hyundai Accent all the way up to my friends F-150 ! And they're not nearly as heavy as my older steel ramps! The magnetic drain plug holder intrigues me. Where can I find that ?
+Shepperd November I put links to everything in the description 👍
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ive worked professionally on vehicles for a long time now, i try not to change my own oil ever lol id rather pay my guy 30 bucks and i can bullshit with no exertion
frankenstrat25 I'm getting there! Back surgery, shoulder surgery, and arthritis!
I like the flexible screwdriver that pulls the plug out that is way cool , how about another video I would like to see you pour the waste oil from the drain pan into the storage unit and how you do that , thank you
the only thing I would add is the catch pan. I took a cheap sealed top version and cut the top out leaving a lip all the way around then cut a piece of heavy mesh screen to fit. now i have a place to place the used filter and there's no chance of having to go "oil diving" looking for the drain plug.
good video
Great video yet again! Can you review the ingersol W5132 please 👍🏽👍🏽
Wait for sales and buy the oil in bulk, Also buying filters from places like rockauto where they are much cheaper than retailers will get your average oil change cost down under 20 bucks per oil change on average.
Duwayne's Garage I know what you mean! I have 4 cars to take care of!
I change my own oil too , I have the Rhino ramps and a 20 quart drain pan , I have 2 GM vehicles so I bought an extra long Mac tools 15 mm wrench for the drain plugs . I want to buy one of the flex drivers for the drain plug . I also have a Lincoln grease gun for the zerks .
How about doing a review of one the vacuum pump systems that sucks the oil up through the dipstick? I've always wondered how well those things worked and how long it took.
When are you gonna do a review on the ingersoll rand iq series 3/8 impact
Great, I will get the screwdriver. Thank you.
Good video
I personally prefer a 6-point extended length closed end wrench for taking the plug off, same idea with the extra torque as the long ratchet but I think it makes a more square contact with the flats on the plug, this is nice if your plug hasn't always been treated kindly at prior shops. Something else I like to do if you're not lucky enough to have your filter hanging down in the open where it can drain cleanly and unobstructed is to take a piece of aluminum foil and cover whatever brace, suspension arm, mount, etc might be in the path of the draining oil that would normally get an oil bath. If you do it right it cuts way down on the mess you have to clean up after, just pull off the oil covered foil and bin it.
I've always heard to not keep the car jacked up and I've changed my oil for about 2 years that way. my buddy told me it gets more dirty oil out of the pan.I have a truck so i can easily fit under it but if you have a car just jack it up to get the bolt lose then set it down. btw that magnetic screwdriver works wonders!
I agree with your picks but I would want a large oil measuring cup because if to much oil is put in it can create engine leaks
I own that Lisle oil funnel, it's the bomb diggity
Jacob Silveus I'm thinking of getting one now..
The mech a nic Cornwell had them on promo for 40 bucks and that's kind of a steal if you really need it. It comes with basically every adaptor you could ever need
The mech a nic and the 45 degree angle adaptor is great for v8 engines. I use it on F 150s and mustangs all the time
Jacob Silveus a
I use a harbor freight 3 ton jack. 6ton jack stands (acdelco) and just 2 pieces of 4x4 to chalk the tires inthe back.
Awesome need more videos where are you!!!!!!!
Top 5 tools, OK I agree mostly. Top tip, get some 1/4" mesh and cover your drain pan with it. Then when you do drop your plug or want to drain the filter to cut it open for inspection you can do so without digging around a hot pool of oil. If you have the mesh in place I would sub the drain plug tool for a flexible funnel to divert oil off of the frame when removing the filter.
What about greasing the grease fittings as I do at each time I change oil ??
Check out eight oil filter claw The filter will come off or it will be crushed works better for tight spaces then pliers
Not exactly a tool but I use a wonder bread bag over the filter when removing . Simply break the filter loose and slide it on . My 01 dodge diesel filter holds almost a quart and the filter has a lot of obstacles coming out the bag is a cheap trick to keep everything clean