Fumoto Valves
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Which Fumoto drain valve for RX8?
Anyone know the correct fomoto p/n for the RX8?
http://www.fumotovalve.com/
Someone posted some info after this post:
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...threadid=17117
http://www.fumotovalve.com/
Someone posted some info after this post:
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...threadid=17117
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Fumoto Valve
If you are not familiar with this device, it is a very nice brass valve that replaces your oil drain plug. It is a well made ball type of valve with positive action that you open and close with your fingers - no tools needed. It makes oil changes easier, and you don't even get hot oil all over your hand or have to fish the plug and washer out of the old oil. The decision to replace the washer or not each oil change is moot.
I ordered the correct F106 model and also the same one for my Miata. The Miata needs the ADP106 extension to clear the pan. It turns out that the extension is also required for the RX-8. There is no listing for the RX-8 yet.
A good source is www.lubespecialist.com .
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I ordered the correct F106 model and also the same one for my Miata. The Miata needs the ADP106 extension to clear the pan. It turns out that the extension is also required for the RX-8. There is no listing for the RX-8 yet.
A good source is www.lubespecialist.com .
Bob
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Heh, guess we were thinking along the same lines. I posted this before this post:
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...threadid=17045
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...threadid=17045
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Just picked one up using this:
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show.../t-454573.html
Through the end of the year for 15% off.
Discount code: SVC5
Website is: http://www.fumotovalve.com/
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http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show.../t-454573.html
Through the end of the year for 15% off.
Discount code: SVC5
Website is: http://www.fumotovalve.com/
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Originally posted by i3man
I read what classicred said and ordered w/ the extension. I haven't changed my own oil since I had my RX-7 which is 15 years ago :p
I read what classicred said and ordered w/ the extension. I haven't changed my own oil since I had my RX-7 which is 15 years ago :p
Worst part about the fumoto... after you install it, you can't use it until your NEXT oil change. I guess that's not a bad thing though
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I placed an order for a Fumotovalve too and have also been thinking about adding Speed Bleeders to make bleeding the brakes a one person job. Now I just need to figure out what size will fit.
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Email them at speedbleeder@earthlink.net and ask what fizzle fits the shizzle.
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I emailed them and got a response about an hour later:
The size(s) that you need for your application is as follows:
Front.....SB8100
Rear......SB7100
When ordering Speed Bleeder consider ordering the Bleeder Bag and Bleeder Hose Combo.
The Bleeder Bag resembles an IV bag that is used in hospitals and the hose is silicone tubing that is specifically
sized to fit our Speed Bleeders. It is flexible, won't fall off while bleeding and is unaffected by brake fluid.
The Bleeder Bag and Hose Combo prevents an unnecessary mess. Both are reusable.
The Combo is priced at $6.00 and is a great value.
Speed Bleeders can be ordered at https://www.speedbleeder.com/order.htm
Thanks for your interest in Speed Bleeder.
Michael Sulwer
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edit: SPEED BLEEDER THREAD
The size(s) that you need for your application is as follows:
Front.....SB8100
Rear......SB7100
When ordering Speed Bleeder consider ordering the Bleeder Bag and Bleeder Hose Combo.
The Bleeder Bag resembles an IV bag that is used in hospitals and the hose is silicone tubing that is specifically
sized to fit our Speed Bleeders. It is flexible, won't fall off while bleeding and is unaffected by brake fluid.
The Bleeder Bag and Hose Combo prevents an unnecessary mess. Both are reusable.
The Combo is priced at $6.00 and is a great value.
Speed Bleeders can be ordered at https://www.speedbleeder.com/order.htm
Thanks for your interest in Speed Bleeder.
Michael Sulwer
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I'm going to start a new thread about this.
edit: SPEED BLEEDER THREAD
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Originally posted by Speed Racer
Thanks for the info. I just placed an order and we'll see how it goes.
Thanks for the info. I just placed an order and we'll see how it goes.
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Did you put the valve in yet? I'm not sure if this a problem on the 8 but the threads seem to extend past the bottom of the oil pan on some cars, did you find this to be a problem?
I was thinking of getting my Dremel and drilling 2 small holes or cutting a small "V" to let the all the oil drain if the threads do extend beyond the bottom of the pan.
I saw a pic of what someone else did for another car on a link on one of the other threads.
Did you put the valve in yet? I'm not sure if this a problem on the 8 but the threads seem to extend past the bottom of the oil pan on some cars, did you find this to be a problem?
I was thinking of getting my Dremel and drilling 2 small holes or cutting a small "V" to let the all the oil drain if the threads do extend beyond the bottom of the pan.
I saw a pic of what someone else did for another car on a link on one of the other threads.
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I tried installing mine but I found that it wouldn't fit. The top of the valve is about 1/8" too tall and it hits as you try to screw it in. It is so close to fitting that it is a bit frustrating that I had to revert back to the normal drain plug. Hopefully everyone else will have better luck.
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I looked at the plug before I ordered. It looked kinda tight so I got the adapter - figured I would return it if I didnt need it. I guess I will need it
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