Fumoto valve

Anyone ever have problems with there Fumoto valve seizing from salt on the roads? I was thinking of installing one but I worry about the problems caused by winter driving.

 

Had mine since 2011 no problems. Granted I probably dont see the volume of salt some people living further north see each winter.

 

no issues here after about a year...

 

It's designed for all conditions!

 

It has been in use for decades on all types of engines. Seems to have passed the test of time.

 

How do you access with skid plate?

 

9 years trouble free. 10 years on the wife's.

 

Skid plate does not cover oil drain...!!

 

No problems here. Have one on both vehicles, never a problem

 

It's brass with Teflon seals. Salt shouldn't affect it.

I have one on all my vehicles. Should be OEM.

 

it did on my 2009. I accessed the plug through a hole on the skid plate

 

Depending on the size of the hole and if it's big enough to reach in with your hand or a few fingers, you should be able to access the valve locking-lever. I would also suggest one of Fumoto's "S" valves that have a short nipple for a hose attachment.

 

that's it, i'm getting one. SOLD

 

Doesn't it thread in too far and not allow the larger particles to drain out of the pan? I was going to get one after stripping my oil pan drain bolt, but that has me thinking.

 

I've used them for many years with no problems.
For you heavy off road guys add the locking strap available from them also.

 

Hey guys, I work for Fumoto Engineering of America and thought I should weigh in . I know that Fumoto designs their valves specifically for the OEM oil pans. If there is protrusion into the pan in any major way, the pan may not be OEM. I have heard of instances where protrusion has occurred but it is rare; I also know that any major sludge in the pan won't come out even if you just use the OEM oil drain plug. Hope this helps with your concerns.

 

Thanks for replying.

 

I've been using them on every vehicle I own for many years. Really like them.

 

Just installed one on my 2012 that I had not installed on a previous truck. Since the skid plate does not cover the oil drain on the 2012, it will be VERY convenient. Looking forward to it.

 

This was a question I was just going to ask. Glad I read first.

One of these Fumotoguys is going in today (Tuesday)! Got a clip for it the other day.