Anyone change their own oil?

[BoostN]

On my last truck, I had a Fumoto valve, which allowed you to hook a hose and make for quick easy oil changes that was CLEAN!

I always make a mess with oil and pulling the drain plug...

http://www.fumotousa.com/results.ph...0&makeid=RAM&modelid=1500+3.0L+V6+DIESEL+DOHC

 

[Brady]

I plan on it. I think the messiest thing will be having a big enough container. Might fab up something with splash guards because I've seen where there's a lot force behind those 11 quarts lol.

 

[Brady]

Have a good source for oil & filter TYD?

 

[BoostN]

Amazon so far..

 

[WesMgc]

I do my own and I put one of those e zee drain valves on.
http://www.genosgarage.com/product/ftv106/181

 

[BoostN]

I do my own and I put one of those e zee drain valves on.
http://www.genosgarage.com/product/ftv106/181

Looks like the same thing as a Fumoto.. either one is really handy!

 

[solarvic]

After my first oil change I plan on using the 10 quart def container to collect my oil. I have the similar ezee drain valve mentioned. another question? I have 2 mobil1 5 quart jugs of oil left from when I had the Subaru.Subaru had 7500 mile oil change intervals and the oil was still clean looking. I know the oW-20 is too thin. I want to use one 5 quart jug of the 0w-20 and 1 5qt jug of either 10w-30 or 10w-40. Will the 2 different weights of the oil stay mixed or will they separate? solarvic

 

[BoostN]

After my first oil change I plan on using the 10 quart def container to collect my oil. I have the similar ezee drain valve mentioned. another question? I have 2 mobil1 5 quart jugs of oil left from when I had the Subaru.Subaru had 7500 mile oil change intervals and the oil was still clean looking. I know the oW-20 is too thin. I want to use one 5 quart jug of the 0w-20 and 1 5qt jug of either 10w-30 or 10w-40. Will the 2 different weights of the oil stay mixed or will they separate? solarvic

I wouldn't recommend it. Also, the EcoDiesel requires a certain SPEC oil (Can't remember off the top of my head). I wouldn't chance it all together. Just buy enough for a full change. 10.5 qts is the capacity.

 

[767]

I just purchased a Ram with EB.
Can I get under the truck and get to the oil plug? Also is the filter a pain in the neck to change. I like to do my own preventative maintenance.

 

[767]

I'm considering the Fumoto valve. Does it protrude out where it can be hit or is it tucked away and protected?

 

[WesMgc]

It's protected by cross member I have one on now no problems as per filter it's on side of motor but near the top.
If you YouTube it moporecodiesel has a video on the complete job with the valve in action he is also a member here .

 

[BoostN]

I like jacking it up so I have more room to work around.

 

[BoostN]

Welcome to the site @767

 

[solarvic]

Went to Amazon to order the recommended oil. Say they are stock out and don,t know if they will restock it. I am not going to pay my dealer $280.00 for an oil change so will have to keep looking.

 

[Brady]

Yea I'm having a tough time myself. In 2000 miles she's do for change #1. Got the filter on order from my dealership, $69 OUCH. Not having much luck with the oil, but I can order Mobil 1 from Advanced for $9.79/L. Was hoping I could find it cheaper. All the online sources are out, or have a ridiculous 6L limit. Looking at a $180 job to do it myself. Incredible. If anyone would care to share a oil source I'd be in your debt!

 

[solarvic]

Anyone tried the champion oil yet? I found it for $9.00 a quart with free shipping with my $ 20.00 coupon. Have to buy 2- 2/2 gal jugs @ $180.00 other wise it cost $199.99 without coupon. Also found the Kendal oil change kit mopar oil filter and 11 quarts Kendal for 119.95 + 4..95 shipping.

 

[solarvic]

Anyone tried the champion oil yet? I found it for $9.00 a quart with free shipping with my $ 20.00 coupon. Have to buy 2- 2/2 gal jugs @ $180.00 other wise it cost $199.99 without coupon. Also found the Kendal oil change kit
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[Brady]

Anyone tried the champion oil yet? I found it for $9.00 a quart with free shipping with my $ 20.00 coupon. Have to buy 2- 2/2 gal jugs @ $180.00 other wise it cost $199.99 without coupon. Also found the Kendal oil change kit mopar oil filter and 11 quarts Kendal for 119.95 + 4..95 shipping.

Where did you find Kendal oil change kit?

 

[WesMgc]

Please up date us with Kendal specs and where can we pick this up.

 

[solarvic]

http://www.idparts.com/ram-1500-oil-change-kit-p-4255.html the oilchange kit