Hello Everyone,

Do you guys know anything about this Fram's Sure Drain? Anyone using it?

Thanks,

FF

 

I would do a search on oil filters and opinions on the forum before you get for even asking if you should use FRAM

 

This is not an oil filter.
But I found what I was looking for. https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...rain+plug+size

Thanks.

 

Edit: Saw kawboy's reply after I entered this, and wondered why I disn't remember the link he gave, until I saw the posting date. Way before my time here in AZ.

He is not talking about a Fram filter, but an easy drain plug. I don't trust them but one of our experts here says he has used one, but I think it was one that was essentially fool proof and safe.

Ace Hardware

And is your friend here.

 

Sorry, my fault.

 

Just my 2 cents.

I tried it on my 2001 CL. I installed it after an oil drain, and had to wait to the next oil drain to try it. For me it was just too slow!! I want the oil flowing faster than this in order to drain any metal particles, contaminants and sludge. That was the last time i ever used it. Draining the oil is a simple task. This device does not make it significantly simplier.

 

I installed one on my Toyota Tundra last oil change. My next oil change is months away so I cant tell you how well it works. I was doubtful about it but after seeing one, I believe it is a good product. I also bought one for the TL even though Fram doesn't list one for the car. I looked up the part number for a 1990 Legend (same thread size as the TL) and went with that. I tried to install it on the TL while the car was on the ground. When I went to tightened it, my socket was skewed and nicked the threads of the Sure-Drain badly so I took it off and installed the original plug. I fixed the threads and will install it with the next oil change (this time with the car jacked up so I can get a clear view of what I am doing. I bought this thing because of the difficulty of draining the oil of the TL while it is on the ground. I believe it will work just fine. BTW Fram has discontinued making the Sure-Drain due to lack of sales (One of their tech support guys told me this while I was checking for the right part number for the TL). If you want one and can find one that fits the TL, buy it right away.

 

Oh no! If it gets too easy to change oil...I might catch the 3K itis again!

Michael

 

https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=115158

 

I use a Fumoto on the S2000, but could not get it to fit on the 3G TL, even with the adaptor. So caveat emptor.

The Fumoto is a similar, quick change concept, just seems to be made to a higher standard, and has been OEM-endorsed in the JDM. Yes, it is a bit slower, but one does not risk having the soft AL threads on the pan fatigue, or get over/under tightened .

I went to a Fumoto on the S2000 because it is available with a nipple extension, allowing clear hose to be used - this alllowed me to drain the engine oil and not mess up the special aluminum x-brace I have to stiffen the S2K's undercarriage between the A-rms. So it was done as a convenience.

 

waste of money for me. i put one on my 2nd gen tl. you had to wait forever for the oil to drain. huge pain in my ass when you're in a hurry or just plain don't have alot of time. i just do it the traditional way. i wear a rubber glove and i don't get much oil on it when i'm careful. just my 2 cents.

SSTS

 

I don't know about discontinueing the Sure Drain. I bought one for my TSX yesterday. BTW, the TSX uses the model SD2. It may be slower but I'm in no hurry and want to it to be a cleaner process. I think with the drain hose, it comes with, I'll be able to drain the oil into the catch pan easier and not dribble on the shop floor.

 

All I am trying to get is a cleaner process. Invariably the oil spills over the floor. Now, I also want the oil to drain completely and take whatever debris there is inside the oil pan with it.
Thank you all for the replies.

 

My tech tip for dealing with the oil filter, which likes to drip onto the lower aluminum suspension, is to remove the oil fill cap 1st, then drain the oil, then remove the oil filter - get a large Ziploc (I use heavy duty 4-mil poly bags from McMaster-Carr), and fit it over the filter after loosening it until it it about to ome off the filter housing. Then the filter and much of the free oil will be caught in the bag, and pretty neatly disposed of. I use d-limonene based cleaners to get the residue and to clean off what may end up on the floor. Newspaper of course is helpful if your floor is not painted, or if you do not use one of those nice vinyl "garage mats" available from a number of distributors like AutoSport.

 

When taking the filter out, if you unscrew it slowly enough, an oil drip will travel downward along the filter outside wall and straight into the oil container without touching the aluminum frame. Wait about 3 minutes and then completely unscrew the filter. That should keep drips to a minimum.