Save Share. The threads on both the oil pan and valve may be damaged. Next photo shows oil leakage past the sway bar. you didnt add a crush ring or use anything other than the gasket included with the fumoto valve did you? A Fumoto Valve might be a funny name for a small brass fitting but it makes a world of difference when changing your own oil. 3. 185 Posts #12 • 4 mo ago. This photo shows the Fumoto valve in the foreground with the oil pan bolt dripping oil. Is it safe to use a Fumoto valve when driving under extreme conditions. If I lived in snow country or did the off road thing frequently I would reconsider installing the Fumoto. Got at all the parts including the Fumoto F-108M valve. I drained the oil, and replace fumoto with the original drain plug. My 98 Camry V6, 99 Protege, 2003 Dodge Neon SRX bought at 2005 and my present 2005 Black Gen 2 ,package #6 bought at 2008 all using the Fumoto valve. The first oil change after installing the Fumoto valve was the easiest we've ever done. Changing Oil With the Fumoto Valve. Every valve is constructed to exacting specifications and each valve is tested for air tightness before it leaves the factory. Let’s be honest, the biggest obstacle to changing … If the valve needs to be replaced, please contact us to see if our return policy or warranty policy can be applied. I contacted Fumoto regarding my problem, sending them a picture of the leak and proof of purchase via a screenshot of my Amazon receipts. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 20 of 27 Posts. i saw a post with pics where a guy was autoxing and ran over a cone and it opened the valve ??? I want to run one on my car but I'd probably shear it off. Discussion in 'Ford F-150 Raptor General Discussions [GEN 2]' started by ... Too many parts that I think may risk leaking. Buffalo4 PS: " If the valve needs to be replaced, please contact us to see if our return policy or warranty policy can be applied. If the leak is coming from the oil drain port. Canadian customers need to pay for the shipping cost. Top 5 Fumoto Drain Valve Reviews. 2. I kept the EZ for the Taco and put the Fumoto on the Lexus. 1; 2; Next. Indeed, the older Fumoto valve was broken. Thread starter First_Civic; Start date Apr 30, 2018; First_Civic Senior Member. Over its 40+ year history, Fumoto's Engine Oil Drain Valve has earned the trust of over 10 million satisfied end users. The Fumoto valve is constructed of a brass outer casing, an inner steel ball type valve with nylon seals. I have the fumoto valve on my wrangler. Enough to make the release lever point to the front edge of driver's side tire. I have used the Fumoto valves on my other vehicles and they have been excellent with no concerns. The valve could have been damaged by being installed incorrectly. Other than that, not a drop. I wouldnt worry about durability or leakage. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 20 of 116 Posts . or by being hit by something on the road while the vehicle is in operation. It also has a recessed o-ring although I have not had any oil leak issues with either one. Fumoto Oil Valve. Save Share. Which Fumoto valve should I buy? Use a Subaru crush washer instead. This is the first time anything like this has happened and this is the 4th Fumoto valve I have owned in over 10 years. Fumoto Original F108N Engine Oil Drain Valve. I never seen a problem with the Fumoto valves on Toyota trucks due to the angle of the drain on the pan and how far it the valve is still tucked up under the crossmember. it doubles the time it takes me to change my oil. Fumoto Engine Oil Drain Valve F-111. The oil doesn't run down from any place to the bolt, just on the bolt itself. Is it possible to install a Fumoto Engine Oil Drain Valve? Car and truck owners, truck fleet operators, and industrial engine manufacturers can testify to the impeccable quality, proven performance, and reliability of the Fumoto valve. I called (whatever the company is called who makes/sells these) and he insisted that this was impossible, because the chamber that the lever is in does not connect with the valve chamber when closed. The lever must be fully seated in the recessed posi... help.fumotooildrainvalve.com or the page before it. The EZ has a larger inside diameter so it drains quicker. Not a drop on the floor. I just did my first oil change on my 2019 Ranger at 4800 miles. The gtts were small (the 60 gtts/cc size not the 10 gtts /cc size) I did not count the 30,000 gtts that would equal 500cc. The installation of the Fumoto brand valve was pretty easy. There is no leaking at all from the valves. This Fumoto valve comes with our LC-10 lever lock clip for added lever security. Once you install a Fumoto drain valve on your oil pan, all your oil changing troubles are in the rearview mirror. Reply. The threads on the valve may be damaged. Brand new updated radiator already leaking? If the valve needs to be replaced, please contact us to see if our. I installed a Fumoto Drain Valve (F106SX) around 5k miles on my Civic EX-L. Honda Maintenance Minder is telling me I need to change it around 9500 miles, didn't really think much of it because I live in the city. Jump to Latest Follow 41 - 56 of 56 Posts. I have a 16 xt with the fumoto valve. Now I don't have one on my rock crawler, and if you seen my oil pan and skid plates would understand why. A week later when I move my Subaru I noticed a puddle of oil. 1; 2; 3 … Go to page. The Fumoto valve operation is stiff, the copycat has a loose operation - suggesting a potential for leaks. Update: I installed the Chinese knock-off using a Subaru crush washer instead of the supplied washer. I have a Fumoto valve on my Jeep and my wife's Toyota Highlander. … My brand new Fumoto valve is leaking I've had the fumoto valve on my car for about a week now, and noticed it leaks (almost positive) from the opening in which the lever moves around. As I already stated, Fumoto is a renowned brand in the automobile industry, so, like all other automobile parts of the company, the Fumoto Original F108N Engine Oil Drain Valve … Probably silly on my part, but it made me feel better and more importantly it never leaked. The lever must be fully seated in the recessed position for the valve to be fully closed. Say goodbye to hot oil splashing onto your arms and a driveway spotted with used oil. It is much lower profile and there is a secondary seal in case of interval valve leakage. To keep up with new engines and industry trends, Fumoto has the unique capability of developing and manufacturing new valve sizes in a short timeframe. 1. The lever must be fully seated in the recessed position for the valve to be fully closed. Make sure the valve is tightly screwed in to avoid oil leaking out, but avoid over tightening it. Make sure the valve is fully closed. Joined Dec 4, 2016 Messages 72 Reaction score 27 Location California Car(s) 16 EXL Lunar SIlver Apr 30, 2018. Im think I just have a defect. If it was cross threaded it would be evident on the threads when you pull it out. (LBS FT.) on their 107 adapter for their valve. I usually install Fumoto valves in my vehicles but I went with a German made Stahlbus M12x1.25 this time just to try it out. We have a wide selection of Fumoto accessories to complement your use of the Fumoto Valve: hoses, lever locking clips, nipple cover caps, straight or elbow-shaped plastic socket, gaskets, etc. Please use the checklist below to determine if your Fumoto valve is leaking, and if so, how to proceed? You can use a small amount of thread sealer on a FEW threads to help prevent leaks like permatex # 56750. take a picture of it leaking and send it to them, it is some thing that would be very hard for some one to install improperly. Make sure the valve is fully closed. Please use the checklist below to determine if your Fumoto valve is leaking, and if so, how to proceed? Fumoto Original F103N with LC-10 Lever Clip FN-Series Engine Oil Drain Valve, 1 Pack $26.88 F103SX: New Generation Fumoto Valve with 12mm-1.25 Thread Size After doing in-depth research, I created this list. Fumoto F106N FN-Series Drain Valve with Long Nipple with Lever Clip. Let me know your thoughts if you have one... Click to expand... Got a fumoto on 3 of my 5 vehicles, yes drains slower, but remember to remove/loosen oil filler cap first, that helps speed things up considerably. I just installed one of these Valvomax Systems on my 2018 Camry 2.5 L, 4-Cylinder. I have a Fumoto valve on my Jeep and my wife's Toyota Highlander. Fumoto Drain Valve Leaking? I returned the Fumoto valve. Mar 25, 2019 at 4:22 PM #2. goblues38 FRF Addict. 2. I ordered a Fumoto valve for each of my vehicles last year. Showing a video of the dripping would be a lot of time wasted. I was concerned about cross threading. If you want to make changing oil easier, need to replace a leaking oil bolt or just want to make it easier to do an oil change with less mess, this is the only way to go that I have found! I wouldnt worry about durability or leakage. To open the valve, remove the lever clip if installed then lift the control lever upward and turn 90° counterclockwise. Jun 24, 2020 #2 I would like to install one, following this. I'll bet it leaking from the pan not the valve, and that the oils i pooling in an area that makes it look like the valve part. S series are designed especially for general automotive users concerned about low ground clearance. HELP! Fumoto Valve Review – Fumoto Oil Drain Valve The general perception of changing car engine oil is; your car engine will have sound health if you follow the task periodically.Passing car emission tests, protecting the environment, better gas mileage, etc. Joined Jun 22, 2019 Messages 40 Reaction score 10 Location Lake Hopatcong. It is one of the most efficient oil drain valves. Smashed it into a rock which pushed the valve into the oil pan. The oil is dark, indicating it's used motor oil, not fresh that was somehow spilled during an oil change. If this is the case, the valve may not be sealed completely to the drain port, and the threads will need to be fixed prior to re-install the valve with a new gasket washer(or an o-ring for SX type valves). Check to see where the oil is leaking from. The ball valve design is the same as used in pressurized gas applications. FREE Shipping by Amazon. No leaks and still works like new. 4.7 out of 5 stars 590. The "arm" that turns the ball valve is disconnected from the valve … Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 20 of 27 Posts. Fumoto F-108N I've had this in for the last 15k miles and it works great. Fumoto Drain Valve & Bad Washer = Leaking Oil! Please call at (877)350-5584 or contact from here. Been using mine for... probably 7 years now, no problems at all. … Fumoto Drain Valve. I don't recommend these valves for sedans. Lowered car + no under panel = exposed valve = bad. Make sure your Fumoto valve is in the closed (locked) position. The gasket washer or o-ring may have been improperly installed and/or damaged. Factory 2.0L Turbo Powertrain (EJ Series Factory 2.0L Turbo), Brand new 09 with water leaking problems. The reason people get the shorter nipple is the angle of where the nipple is facing. I got both the Fumoto F103 and the EZ Valve 103. I imagine you put high buck synthetic in. Get it as soon as Fri, Jan 8. somehow, hm.. yea i want some history excellent looking product and idea but how safe i'd kill someone if this stupid thing leaked somehow. How do I check if my Fumoto valve is leaking? Canadian customers need to pay for the shipping cost. Pa Brand New Iac Valve Cheap 2.5 99-01 on EBAY ENDING SOON. I installed the valve about 500 miles ago and today while checking my boost hose clamps I noticed a tiny amount of oil exiting the fumoto valve. Ordered it on amazon for $25. The valve is self-lubricated and also very easy to actuate. Please use the checklist below to determine if your Fumoto valve is leaking, and if so, how to proceed? The only issue I had was when I put on a skid plate and then plate was touching the valve which caused some marks on the plate, but some washers solved that problem. If you are concerned about clearance, check out the German made Stahlbus valves (M12x1.25). 1. My Fumoto Oil Drain Valve seems to be leaking from the lever/spring loaded locking mechanism. Not sure how tight to torque the Fumoto (can't get a torque wrench on it), although the instructions say 1/4 turn past finger tight. If this is the case, we recommend replacing the gasket washer or o-ring. The only thing i don't like is how slowly the oil drains, even when the engine is hot. This valve has a 14mm thread that fits any Mercedes engine, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Ram 1500 Eco Diesel. Only use a wrench on the body of the valve. Fumoto recommends an additional 1/8 to 1/4 turn. The fumoto valve is for the person that changes the oil themselves, plain and simple. 4. 95. Operation. On original Fumoto oil drain valves with nipples, the hex head was used to assemble the valve and must not be used to install or remove the valve from service. For anyone who is interested in installing a Fumoto drain valve, but confused about exactly which valve to order, whether you need the extension piece: I installed one yesterday during my first oil change, and I'm really happy with how it turned out. They all work the same way but I have the one with the long nipple. I inspected the valve and could not see the source, so I cleaned up the valve and the oil pan, then took the car for a drive. My brand new Fumoto valve is leaking I've had the fumoto valve on my car for about a week now, and noticed it leaks (almost positive) from the opening in which the lever moves around. No leaking. The second picture is of an SX type valve. The Fumoto F-106N oil drain valve is installed in place of an oil drain plug with easy to use, and a built-in half-turn valve. Oil Changes. So, remain worry-free about the quality of these products. Thanks in advance for the input. Using a lever clip is a good way to ensure that your valve is fully closed. Mainly because there are much better products that do the same thing far better. First, the exact parts to order from Fumoto: Drain Valve Model F107SX Extension Adapter ADP-137 it … Fumoto oil drain valves are compatible with different models of vehicles. I prefer the old fashioned change though and went back to a plug. Did a bunch of reading/watching on what to do. The valve was not leaking from where it was threaded into the oil pan but from the drain nipple on the fumoto. If this is the case, the valve can not be sealed completely to the drain port, and you would need to replace the valve. I use a zip tie on mine to make sure the lever will never lift up and turn. Fumoto’s Engine Oil Valves are designed to fit specific drain plug requirements on hundreds of engines. I've started using the Fumoto valves since 1988. They were stiff and I moved them several times by hand before installing and made sure they worked and the lever would drop into the indention stop. Go. The valve leaked two drops of oil then stopped. Always inspect the oil pan for leaks before operating your vehicle. Copyright ©1999 - 2019, North American Subaru Impreza Owners Club, Inc. It is a MUCH better drain valve system because it offers 3 separate seals to prevent leaking. I put the for Fumoto valve on my Subaru at my last oil change. Now I don't have one on my rock crawler, and if you seen my oil pan and skid plates would understand why. i have been using mine for 5 years too. When I had mine installed I notched the threaded end so that the notch faced the bottom of the pan and spaced it out with an extra gasket to get the best drain. Order includes: (1) Fumoto Valve… Fumoto recommends 15 foot lbs. Incorporating Fumoto's most compact ball valve, Fumoto's S series valves are designed to fit cars, light trucks, vans and select commercial engines. Reply. You can’t go wrong with any of these, just make sure you torque to the valve’s torque spec and not the vehicle’s drain plug spec. Need Advice! I'm about to change my oil, and I need to fix a slight leak I have with my fumoto valve. However, after two days I found a small oil puddle under the engine. 1. The second picture is of an SX type valve. The valve might be damaged and need to be replaced. I have the fumoto valve on my wrangler. Should I install a Fumoto valve? Be sure to order the plastic clip so it doesn't accidentally open the valve. Is it safe to use a Fumoto valve when driving under extreme conditions? Thread starter #1 I installed a Fumoto Drain Valve (F106SX) around 5k miles on my Civic EX-L. Honda Maintenance Minder is telling me I need to change it … The threads on the oil pan may be damaged. If the drain plug faces the floor then people get the short nipple in fear it will scrap against something and break the valve causing it to leak all the fluid . The only thing i don't like is how slowly the oil drains, even when the engine is hot. Fumoto valves for almost 7 years here with nary a drop of leakage. Fumoto Drain Valve & Bad Washer = Leaking Oil! Apr 18, 2017 at 3:33 AM #12 #12. My car has low ground clearance. JoeEcodiesel Active Member. You will most likely make a mess hoping to keep most oil in the pan while hot swapping to another valve or drain plug.