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Fumoto valve

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

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  1. Mar 16, 2017 at 3:42 AM
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    Markc1024

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    I just put a wrench on the valve body itself. Just snug it up tight as it's brass.
     
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  2. Mar 16, 2017 at 6:11 AM
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    So not too concerned about getting the correct torque? I thought maybe using a crescent wrench on the valve body itself might be safer as I don't know how the Fumotos are put together and wasn't sure if torquing on the hex part was safe or not....
     
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  3. Mar 16, 2017 at 6:39 AM
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    I just want to cut down on scratches in my paint. Who knows what they use to wash your truck with.
     
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  4. Mar 16, 2017 at 6:51 AM
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    No DO NOT torque the red area. Use a wrench for the squared off area just above the red area. I did that on my first valve and snapped the threads off inside the valve. Hand tight has done the trick for the last 3 years. FYI it works great and I highly recommend it.
     
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  5. Mar 16, 2017 at 7:51 AM
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    Exactly what I needed to know!! Thanks man :thumbsup::cheers:
     
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  6. Mar 16, 2017 at 8:25 AM
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    Because 99.999999% of car dealerships reuse their old dirty water and don't maintain the brushes. They're not making money off of car washes. Even my last mercedes I wouldn't let the dealership wash my car because my MB master-tech friend called it the "scratch wash".

    If you care about your paint and are avoiding swirl marks I'd avoid any mechanical car wash at all costs. Touchless is a decent option especially if you live in the salt belt, but hand washing with the 2 bucket method is the best.
     
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  7. Mar 16, 2017 at 8:58 AM
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    That was my guess. Thanks
     
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  8. Mar 16, 2017 at 9:02 AM
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    Look up the 2 bucket method.
     
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  9. Mar 16, 2017 at 10:40 AM
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    One bucket works just fine for me. Thanks for the advice though.
     
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  10. Mar 16, 2017 at 11:10 AM
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    does the fomoto have enough clearance between the pro skid plate?
     
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  11. Mar 16, 2017 at 11:23 AM
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    Your sig says you own a black tacoma. I highly recommend the two bucket method if that is the case, it's really no extra effort on your part. But I respect that it's your truck, do whatever you like!
     
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  12. Mar 16, 2017 at 11:44 AM
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    Thanks for the suggestion. It is just allot easier for me to lug one bucket full of soapy water to town when I wash my truck than lugging a 2nd bucket full of clear or soapy water whatever people puts in it. I use Duragloss on my truck so the blinding wet looking shine hides what hairline scratches are in my paint.

    If I don't trade it off in a year or so I'm going to get it Line-X'ed so I won't have to bother keeping it polished.
     
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  13. Mar 16, 2017 at 4:04 PM
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    In the instructions it states: 4. Torque: Tighten the valve with a crescent wrench on the body of the valve* an additional 1/8 to 1/4 turn. Do not over tighten.

    *Do not use a wrench on the hex head if present
     
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    I think spinning a wrench for like 10 seconds once every few months is better than constantly thinking this aftermarket valve will fail and dump all of the oil out one day.
     
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  15. Mar 16, 2017 at 5:23 PM
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    Same as everybody else...
    I've had my Fumoto valve for almost 2 years with no issues. I don't seriously off road, just farm or gravel road to my favorite spots, but I really like mine. My biggest complaint is that it takes a bit more time to drain. Recommended.
     
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  16. Mar 16, 2017 at 5:24 PM
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    Yes. I have the fumoto with the short nipple and no problem connecting a hose to it with the Pro skid plate.
     
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  17. Mar 16, 2017 at 5:37 PM
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    I'm not sure about this particular product but I have seen engine, tranny, diff plugs fail/fall out while wheeling. Having a dickiedoo hanging out probably isn't ideal but I guess you're not safe either way...
     
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  18. Mar 16, 2017 at 5:47 PM
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    Yeah having a bad day for sure. Tranny and diff were on the rubicon and the engine was on the Dusy.

    Dusy guy whittled a stick and jammed it in the hole, filled his motor and wheeled for three more days. Talk about a trail hack.
     
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    Thanks for the info!!! I don't recall seeing any instructions with the valve when I purchased it and I neglected to check the Fumoto site for install instructions (my bad).

    :cheers:
     
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  20. Mar 17, 2017 at 2:56 AM
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    No problem. To be honest I can't remember if there was a small leaflette with the valve or I ran across them on their site. Here is a link to the instructions on the Fumoto site: Standard & SX Fumoto Valves
     
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