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Oil Change

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by modster, Jan 29, 2016.

  1. Jan 29, 2016 at 4:39 PM
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    modster

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    I have always taken my 2005 Tacoma to Toyota for oil change service.

    Recently, they increased the oil change price close to $50 using only conventional oil.

    So, I was there for an oil change the other day and noticed that they were having a big sale on oil filters (like $3.95 each). I bought several and was planning to do the next oil change myself.

    The parts service guy there told me that I have to replace the washer each time I change the oil. The washer is for the bolt underneath the truck where you drain the oil.

    Is this correct? do I have to replace this (paper like) washer that Toyota is charging $1.50 for?

    Please advise.

    Many Thanks!
     
  2. Jan 29, 2016 at 4:46 PM
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    bigfoote13

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    Yes you should replace the crush washer.
     
  3. Jan 29, 2016 at 4:49 PM
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    i don't replace it every time, and I've gotten them for free from the dealer
     
  4. Jan 29, 2016 at 4:49 PM
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    shakerhood

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    I always replace it, they are dirt cheap.
     
  5. Jan 29, 2016 at 4:52 PM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    Replaced with a Fumoto drain valve. [​IMG] No more gaskets, just flip the switch.
     
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  6. Jan 29, 2016 at 4:56 PM
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    TACOVRD

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  7. Jan 29, 2016 at 6:02 PM
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  8. Jan 29, 2016 at 6:20 PM
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  9. Jan 29, 2016 at 6:58 PM
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    Ridgeline001

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    I have used a similar valve on a semi in the past with no issue.
     
  10. Jan 29, 2016 at 7:28 PM
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    +1 they work great
     
  11. Jan 29, 2016 at 7:31 PM
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  12. Jan 29, 2016 at 7:40 PM
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    I've used these since the early 80s' their great! Even though you might not do your own, it'll keep the grease monkeys from stripping your pan bolt threads.
     
  13. Jan 29, 2016 at 8:28 PM
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    Thanks Gents!

    I have ordered the valve from Amazon. It looks like the Fumoto F-103N works for my Tacoma v6.

    Cheers!
     
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  14. Jan 29, 2016 at 8:40 PM
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    I had one for years on my first gen and it was one of my first purchases for my 2nd gen. Never had a problem.
     
  15. Jan 29, 2016 at 8:50 PM
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    I've had mine on for at least 3 oil changes. It's great. I got the one without a nipple and am very happy with it. I changed my oil 2 days ago in wet wintery weather and it really wasn't a hassle. I wouldn't have bothered before having the valve. It does take longer to drain, but I use that time to grease the drive shaft.
     
  16. Jan 29, 2016 at 8:52 PM
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    +1 on the fumoto drain valve. Can do a oil change super fast, only downtime is the oil draining! Get a little c-clamp to put on for precaution. At least that what I did.
     
  17. Jan 29, 2016 at 9:12 PM
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    Does anyone know where I can dispose of the old oil? I heard you can drop them off at any auto zones for free.
     
  18. Jan 29, 2016 at 9:13 PM
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    Swiggity swangin' biggity bangin'
    Or Firestone. Swing by your local oil/lube place and just ask.
     
  19. Jan 29, 2016 at 9:21 PM
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    Can anyone please let me know what type of oil should I use? I would like to use the convention oil like the ones that Toyota uses for oil change.

    Thanks
     
  20. Jan 29, 2016 at 9:33 PM
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    Always a GREAT investment! Had them on every truck.
     

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