Anyone else using a Fumoto oil drain valve?

[Skibane]

About 10 years ago, I had one on my old import truck - worked VERY well. Supposedly, it's more reliable than Fram's easy-drain fitting/hose kit.

Just finished ordering one to try on my Q - According to the Fumoto website, their F103 part number fits all Infiniti models.

[qship96]

had one on my 300zxturbo for years,was great as I could reach filter from top,slide drainpan underneath and open it up- no ramps or tools needed to do an oil/filter replacement! only drawback was it took longer to drain the oil! sometimes,I would go shopping,park,slide drainpan under car,open valve-go shopping-come back,replace now cool filter,refill and be on my way.With the Q,it makes less sense,as you need to raise car and get to filter from below.

[Skibane]

Actually, I change my filter from above - remove two nuts, pull the air intake off to one side, and it's an easy reach with an oil filter socket - no raising the front of the vehicle required.

Reaching the drain bolt is a little bit of a stretch without a lift...but that's one of the main reasons for the drain valve - No ratcheting, no copper washers to lose or replace, and nothing to fall down into the drain pan.

[DrewQ45]

Been using one for years and changing my oil from up top too. Be forewarned though... it's a slow drain.

...Drew....