Thanks for the pics, links, and awesome idea!Sure, easy mod and makes filter access a snap.
Rivet Nuts: https://www.ebay.com/itm/401545378985?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649
Thumbscrews: https://www.ebay.com/itm/333907878427?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649
I did my 2nd change yesterday. installed the ValvoMax after the 1st. (Hint: be certain to remove hose before filling. Yup I dint and poured 5 qts fresh 0-30 thru the motor onto the driveway. Worked great!. Then removed hose and filled again. Der.) Used this to remove the filter which I installed to spec but could not otherwise remove: https://www.amazon.com/Performance-Tool-W270-Universal-Filter/dp/B0002KO1GCMy first few oil changes were done by the dealer so today I did my own at 14986 miles.
A few notes:
6.2 qts Mobil 1 5W30 and Motorcraft FL-910S oil filter.
Go Now and get the oil filter wrench. As some have mentioned, the filters are apparently installed by a roided up gorilla with a SnapOn impact gun. Supposed to be a 76mm with 14 flutes. I will confirm this after I get one.
The drain plug was very tight too (15mm)
I installed my ValvoMax so the next change should be much easier.
With the ValvoMax, I won't have to loosen/drop the skidplate (all skidplate bolts are 15mm).
The filter was surprisingly easy to get to, maybe because my truck is leveled?
I didn't have to turn the wheels for access.
Remove 3 of the plastic retainers and move the flap to access.
When I bought my ValvoMax there was a lot of debate over the correct thread of the drain plug. The correct size is M12-1.75
Overall not bad at all.
Much better than the cartridge system on my wife's Toyota that is virtually guaranteed to make a mess regardless of how careful you are.
Turns out you need to do it in the Ford Pass app.Has anyone been able to successfully add your own oil change?
I've tried to add this multiple times and I always get "Oops! Something went wrong adding your entry. Please refresh and try again later."
Just got them, thanks again for the links! Now all I need is a Ford Ranger!Thanks for the pics, links, and awesome idea!
next day edit: Just ordered both from your links and looking forward to doing this excellent and practical mod - thanks again!
Which size does our truck take? Need to pick me one upI do appreciate how they made the skid plate underneath the oil pan a 15mm too, so just need one socket to do the whole thing.
Ive used this 7 times so far and fits perfectly for the filter.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MTZTDY7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Also replaced the plastic screw with some pop out ones since mine have started stripping.
I found some strong magnets on Amazon and used them. Flap peels right off, easy peezy.Yep, I replaced the stupid plastic screws with JB welded in Rivet Nuts and thumb screws, the one time I had the oil changed on the road the tech remarked how much better they were
Have they stayed on off road? At 100 MPH? That's not a bad idea, I use some of those around the RV. But I didn't want to take the chance so went the thumbscrew route, whatever floats your boat is good.I found some strong magnets on Amazon and used them. Flap peels right off, easy peezy.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089D33ZL2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
JohnnyO- I like the magnets idea. Been through any deep puddles, or mud at good speed aka having fun offroad?
I put them on last June. Changed the oil last week and the first one was missing, so that's 10,000 miles (I change the oil every 5k). I do not off road it but PA weather is pretty wet and snow. They come in a 6 pack and I used 3, so I still have 2 left. When the weather gets warmer I'll try Gorilla Gluing them to the flap.Have they stayed on off road? At 100 MPH? That's not a bad idea, I use some of those around the RV. But I didn't want to take the chance so went the thumbscrew route, whatever floats your boat is good.
Dennis,My first few oil changes were done by the dealer so today I did my own at 14986 miles.
A few notes:
6.2 qts Mobil 1 5W30 and Motorcraft FL-910S oil filter.
Go Now and get the oil filter wrench. As some have mentioned, the filters are apparently installed by a roided up gorilla with a SnapOn impact gun. Supposed to be a 76mm with 14 flutes. I will confirm this after I get one. Edit: Confirmed.
The drain plug was very tight too (15mm)
I installed my ValvoMax so the next change should be much easier.
With the ValvoMax, I won't have to loosen/drop the skidplate (all skidplate bolts are 15mm).
The filter was surprisingly easy to get to, maybe because my truck is leveled?
I didn't have to turn the wheels for access.
Remove 3 of the plastic retainers and move the flap to access.
When I bought my ValvoMax there was a lot of debate over the correct thread of the drain plug. The correct size is M12-1.75
Overall not bad at all.
Much better than the cartridge system on my wife's Toyota that is virtually guaranteed to make a mess regardless of how careful you are.