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Fumoto valve

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by TWTaco, Dec 31, 2016.

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  1. Dec 31, 2016 at 11:40 AM
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    [​IMG] Its been a while out there now has anyone ran into any ill effects from using this Fumoto valve?
     
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  2. Dec 31, 2016 at 11:42 AM
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    Had one on my 2nd gen...it was great! Not much point having one on the 3rd gen though...
     
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  3. Dec 31, 2016 at 11:44 AM
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    Why is that?
     
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  4. Dec 31, 2016 at 11:50 AM
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    Because on the 3rd gen you have to get under the truck and remove the filter (with a special tool no less) and the filter is just the paper medium...not a spin off.
    Big pain in the ass changing oil on the 3rd gen compared to 2nd gen. Skid plate in the way as well...
    On my 2nd gen I used to flick the fumoto then go up top and spin off the filter, change it, close valve, fill...done! took 10 minutes and never spilled a drop... that ain't gonna happen on the 3rd gen
     
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  5. Dec 31, 2016 at 11:52 AM
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    It has a nipple to add a drain hose when changing oil, I know the filter will be a pain to have to take skid off everytime!
     
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  6. Dec 31, 2016 at 12:01 PM
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    No special tool was needed when I did mine. I'm not sure why they sell a special tool because my old filter wrench fit right on the cap thing that covers the paper filter. I was kind of surprised when I tried it after all the complaints about changing oil here. I thought it was simple and painless.
     
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  7. Dec 31, 2016 at 12:07 PM
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    Simple and painless is NOT having to drop the skid plate.

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  8. Dec 31, 2016 at 12:08 PM
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    You could get an aftermarket skid with an access panel.
     
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  9. Dec 31, 2016 at 12:10 PM
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    Yes i am going to get the RCI skid.
     
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  10. Jan 1, 2017 at 12:11 PM
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    Does anyone know witch valve to order for a 2017 Tacoma? The website goes up to 2016 and states there is a 4.0 motor.
     
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  11. Jan 1, 2017 at 12:33 PM
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    Basic overland stuff...
    RCI has them in stock... it's the same for the 4.0l...
     
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    Simple & painless is taking it into the dealer and gorge yourself on free cookies while they change the oil/filter. And don't forget to tell them NOT TO WASH your truck.
     
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    Our Lexus ES350 has the same oil filter canister setup as the new Tacos (same replacement part #s). It has a Fumoto valve and while it is draining, I drain the canister and replace the filter. I don't see it as a PIA; I actually prefer removing the OF from below if it is set up not to drain all over the block. I can see having to deal with the skid plate being a PIA but the oil valve is still helpful. BTW, I have an EZValve on my truck; the ID is 1mm wider than the Fumoto and oil flows out quicker - I've timed it.
     
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    Same as everybody else...
    Changed the oil in my 09 Prerunner today, I put a Fumoto valve on when I bought her in 2015. I DIY most of my oil changes and have no issues with it, my only gripe is that it takes a bit longer to drain. I don't drive hard core off road, just farm and gravel roads when I'm off pavement.
     
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  16. Jan 1, 2017 at 1:09 PM
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    I have the trd pro I can access the oil drain plug if I order the fomoto valve from behind the skid plate and hook up the hose in the drain hole of my skid plate. I have an access panel for my filter. No need for removing skid.
    Thanks for all the help
     
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    Workin' on it....
    For those who have Fumoto's installed, did you just use a socket and a torque wrench on the red circled area to torque the valve to 30 ft lbs as per the torque value on the regular drain plug?

    F103N_1_1_1_1_1.jpg
     
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    Off topic but...
    So I've seen this and I just searched it but I'm not sure why you say to not let them wash the truck. Is it because they do an terrible job? Or f stuff up? Just curious.
     
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    I got the Fumoto valve with the nipple for a hose. Makes changing the 0W-20 much easier. 0W-20 goes everywhere once you drop the plug. Literally everywhere. Fumoto valve aids with that since you have a hose running down into the pan.
     
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    I like nipples, a lot. But for oil changes I prefer one of these
    upload_2017-3-15_23-38-0.jpg
     
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