Has anyone tried this in their car, and if so do you know how much oil it left behind?
765671
It works ok on gas engines, but the oil must be hot. Not much oil left behind. Not recomended for Diesel engines or boat stern drives.
765672
This machine is a terrible waste of money, time amd effort. It left ALL of the oik in the oil pan. I think I threw it away.
765673
try it in a car and boat, run engine so oil was warm, it got primed and pump about a qt. or more very slow and stop pumping, maybe alright for a lawnmower. I think it is junk for a little more money you can get one that works good, If you still need this one I will sell my for 1/2 price only used three time.
765674
I bought it to suck the oil out of car as oil pan bolt can't be removed. My 2006 Chrysler has lots of problems, but I still need to change the oil. I could not get the hose to go down in my oil pan far enough. I wound up removing the oil filter and turning the ignition 4-5 times to blow out 3-4 quarts and replace with new filter and enough oil. I have done this adequately 3 times. I have the pump for other stuff......peterc
519679
I have not but I do not like the place you drop the oil in. It's very difficult to clean.
1092570
It adheres to the surface of all moving parts but will wear away over time/use. I believe the claim of "up to 30K miles", but more frequently is probably better in the long run. Using a full can per oil change may be overkill due to the cost/can. I do like the idea of adding "some" with each oil change and I've noticed a few of the synthetic brands actually have MOS2 in them, so that might make a difference in how much you add. The harder thing to decide is the optimal amount for your car.
397033
I was following the advise of another Harley rider and some information that I found on the internet. I am not a mechanic just trying something different. So far I only have about 200 miles on this oil in my transmission however have noticed a smother shift otherwise no difference. I am running this in the transmission on my 2007 Road King Classic.
973865
I takes less than what comes out of the pump. If you use the full amount, it can/will look oily. Use half the amount that comes out of the pump.
2207734
The heating element is in the cord. I did not drain oil until it cooled but dont believe you would have a problem with it.
180638
I thought the same thing, but, I used it and it solved the oil leaking problem. I run the mixer once a week since (if not used) and so far so good.
503346
As far as the oil, you have to know what your system is before you start. The other part about where to hook up, all cars are a little different, but you have to figure out which port is the low-pressure side. My experience has bee the port by the firewall on the passenger side.
1815790
I think 2 would do it. I used one can on the inside of a VW Jetta and have about 1/2 the can left. The car was really dirty, so I used a lot, but it still went pretty far. Great stuff! Cleaned greasy set in stains from light gray upholstery.
1534707
I would not want to use it say, after you just drove a dozen miles across town or on the freeway. It probably would be a little hard on the seals. Take the car around the block maybe or let it run for a few minutes to thin the oil a bit. Then do your oil change.
2111768
I think the scent of the oil may be too strong for the car. However, they do sell a spray but I haven't used it! Don't know how effective it is.
1329919
I've only used mine once, about 3 weeks ago. I changed the oil on my I/O. It took approximately 20 minutes to pump out 5 quarts with about a 3 ft lift.
1238592
no oil is in the motor like in your car, just put gas in it and it does come pre filled with oil in it , do look to be sure and see oil on the dip stick or you will blow the motor with no oil in it
194546
I use this on a Corolla in place of the shorter YZZF2. Holds a bit more oil. Zero problems in the last eight years of doing this. My Toyota parts guy sold me these and I've never looked back.
1250832
Mine leaks like crazy. It will drain the whole reservoir on the shop floor if I set it down normally. The only thing I've been able is to store it so that it is laying with its oil cap and gas (+oil) cap facing the ground. I wish I had gotten something without the oil leakage and more professional strength instead. As far as oil consumption during use, a tank of gas might last 30 minutes and at that point it has used a full tank of oil as well.
2205302
I do not use synthetic oil, only regular Castrol 5W-20W. I had no problems getting it out of my oil pan from the dipstick.
1321424
It has a motor oil consistency for about 24 hours. Think a 5-10 weight oil.