What do you think about this drain plug? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

In The Ten Ring · 07-19-2018, 10:15 PM

I saw this on the Scotty Kilmer youtube channel and just ordered one. Too bad I cannot try it out until another 3,000 miles because I changed my oil last week.

https://www.valvomax.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlmXepiEMC8

**Steeveedee** · 07-19-2018, 10:42 PM

Not sure how that does anything except keep you from getting oil on your fingers when removing the drain plug. You're still gonna get slimy from the filter, unless you use gloves. I personally wouldn't use it.

Kim57 · 07-20-2018, 07:50 AM

Had one similar years ago and went back to a normal plug because it took so long for the oil to drain from the small opening.
Kim

**special-K** · 07-20-2018, 08:02 AM

I'm not Jiffy Lube so I'm not concerned with draining oil fast. I drain a warm engine and it comes out plenty fast. I have no problem with the single wrench proceedure and have it down to only getting oil on the finger tips. The filter is the messy part, especially on these knucklehead retarded sideways mounted filter designed to make a muckin' fess. I grease and service other fluids while oil is draining and when I put the new filter on with new oil I am done.

Hw about those Fumoto petcock drains? I was first exposed to them for use on Harleys. My first thought, "Great, now all it takes is some a-hole to come along and open that thing up and you are dead in the water. I'm just glad I'm not a fool for convenience and still am fine with doing things the old way that always worked with a small amount of effort

Kudzupatch · 07-20-2018, 09:28 AM

Since I still have to deal with a messy oil filter and that is where I always get covered in oil no real advantage for me. Plus I am always scared it will fail somehow and end up frying an engine.

**Stocker** · 07-20-2018, 04:09 PM

No thanks..... I've been changing oil for well over 50 years and I just don't see any compelling reason for one of those gizmos.

In The Ten Ring · 07-21-2018, 12:36 PM

I went ahead and ordered one....I'll give you guys my honest review once I get it and do the next oil change (which will be a few months from now).

If it does work out, then my next move will be one for each vehicle. At least no more "crush washers" will be needed from the store!

GIZZ · 07-21-2018, 02:19 PM

Haven't seen that one. I've seen a different one on a couple of cars that came through the shop, it's like a plumbing 1/4 turn valve threaded into the pan!

Stock drain bolt works fine and unlikely to have issues.

**truckdude239** · 07-21-2018, 04:47 PM

Fram mDe the same 5hing years ago i i stalled one on my pressure washer at work for the hose deal cause plug was in a bad place and drained all over the frame takes like 30 mins for .75 qt of oil to drian out of the pump this is a comerical washer with 7hp eletic motor i went back to a normal plug and lots of rags

**70STOVEBOLT** · 07-23-2018, 12:58 PM

A better invention would be an oil filter with a petcock that has a short nipple for a hose to go on, then you could drain the filter before removing it.

**Stocker** · 07-23-2018, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70STOVEBOLT

A better invention would be an oil filter with a petcock that has a short nipple for a hose to go on, then you could drain the filter before removing it.

Exactly like our 2005 Tacoma. Changing oil is a breeze, very little cleanup afterwards.

**jeffahart** · 07-23-2018, 05:04 PM

Filters that are in a bad location... I puncture with a screwdriver and hammer and let it drain before I unscrew it. I hate Oil in my armpit. Also, once the filter is loose, you can put a zip lock or any plastic bag around it to capture it once it's off. I don't have issues with drain plugs, but like said above, filters get me sometimes.

j

**special-K** · 07-23-2018, 06:22 PM

I don't see how it's easier or faster.

Traditional: Don't buy anything. If you can change oil you own a 9/16 wrench.

Valvomax: Buy the apparatus. Install apparatus on first oil change. One time extra step.
____________________________________________________

Traditional: Go get wrench.

Valvomax: Go get Valvomax. Probably someplace not as handy as a wrench.
____________________________

Traditional: Loosen and remove bolt.

Valvomax: Loosed cap. Insert apparatus by tightening.
__________________________________________

Traditional: Let it drain as fast as it can come out the hole.

Valvomax: Let it drain through a tube attached to a device with a smaller orifice than the hole it is screwed into.
_____________________________________________________________

Traditional: Install drain plug.

Valvomax: Remove apparatus. Install cap.

07-19-2018, 10:15 PM	#1
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	What do you think about this drain plug? I saw this on the Scotty Kilmer youtube channel and just ordered one. Too bad I cannot try it out until another 3,000 miles because I changed my oil last week. https://www.valvomax.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlmXepiEMC8

07-19-2018, 10:42 PM	#2
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,081	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? Not sure how that does anything except keep you from getting oil on your fingers when removing the drain plug. You're still gonna get slimy from the filter, unless you use gloves. I personally wouldn't use it. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

07-20-2018, 07:50 AM	#3
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? Had one similar years ago and went back to a normal plug because it took so long for the oil to drain from the small opening. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

07-20-2018, 08:02 AM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? I'm not Jiffy Lube so I'm not concerned with draining oil fast. I drain a warm engine and it comes out plenty fast. I have no problem with the single wrench proceedure and have it down to only getting oil on the finger tips. The filter is the messy part, especially on these knucklehead retarded sideways mounted filter designed to make a muckin' fess. I grease and service other fluids while oil is draining and when I put the new filter on with new oil I am done. Hw about those Fumoto petcock drains? I was first exposed to them for use on Harleys. My first thought, "Great, now all it takes is some a-hole to come along and open that thing up and you are dead in the water. I'm just glad I'm not a fool for convenience and still am fine with doing things the old way that always worked with a small amount of effort __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-20-2018, 09:28 AM	#5
Kudzupatch Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: GUNTERSVILLE Posts: 621	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? Since I still have to deal with a messy oil filter and that is where I always get covered in oil no real advantage for me. Plus I am always scared it will fail somehow and end up frying an engine.

07-20-2018, 04:09 PM	#6
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,495	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? No thanks..... I've been changing oil for well over 50 years and I just don't see any compelling reason for one of those gizmos. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

07-21-2018, 12:36 PM	#7
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? I went ahead and ordered one....I'll give you guys my honest review once I get it and do the next oil change (which will be a few months from now). If it does work out, then my next move will be one for each vehicle. At least no more "crush washers" will be needed from the store!

07-21-2018, 02:19 PM	#8
GIZZ Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Vancouver Posts: 111	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? Haven't seen that one. I've seen a different one on a couple of cars that came through the shop, it's like a plumbing 1/4 turn valve threaded into the pan! Stock drain bolt works fine and unlikely to have issues. __________________ GIZZmotorsports on YouTube & my panel truck build '69 c10 panel, '75 c35 flatdeck car hauler

07-21-2018, 04:47 PM	#9
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,217	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? Fram mDe the same 5hing years ago i i stalled one on my pressure washer at work for the hose deal cause plug was in a bad place and drained all over the frame takes like 30 mins for .75 qt of oil to drian out of the pump this is a comerical washer with 7hp eletic motor i went back to a normal plug and lots of rags __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

07-23-2018, 12:58 PM	#10
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,208	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? A better invention would be an oil filter with a petcock that has a short nipple for a hose to go on, then you could drain the filter before removing it. __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Power windows Power Locks Coming soon: EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23

07-23-2018, 05:04 PM	#12
jeffahart Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 1,881	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? Filters that are in a bad location... I puncture with a screwdriver and hammer and let it drain before I unscrew it. I hate Oil in my armpit. Also, once the filter is loose, you can put a zip lock or any plastic bag around it to capture it once it's off. I don't have issues with drain plugs, but like said above, filters get me sometimes. j __________________ White K20

07-23-2018, 06:22 PM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: What do you think about this drain plug? I don't see how it's easier or faster. Traditional: Don't buy anything. If you can change oil you own a 9/16 wrench. Valvomax: Buy the apparatus. Install apparatus on first oil change. One time extra step. ____________________________________________________ Traditional: Go get wrench. Valvomax: Go get Valvomax. Probably someplace not as handy as a wrench. ____________________________ Traditional: Loosen and remove bolt. Valvomax: Loosed cap. Insert apparatus by tightening. __________________________________________ Traditional: Let it drain as fast as it can come out the hole. Valvomax: Let it drain through a tube attached to a device with a smaller orifice than the hole it is screwed into. _____________________________________________________________ Traditional: Install drain plug. Valvomax: Remove apparatus. Install cap. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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