Random Little Question Thread
#2101
12-03-2010 | 02:22 PM
Every try pouring old oil back into 5 1 qt containers? 
Walmat is better because they come in 5qt containers. I usually pour it back into there but to only measure out how much oil I've used. But I usually keep used oil into a 5 gal container.
If the store has a problem with it, I just tell them what's the difference inbetween me pouring out all 5 gal now vs coming back every day? They usually say f-it and let me pour it all out in one shot
Walmat is better because they come in 5qt containers. I usually pour it back into there but to only measure out how much oil I've used. But I usually keep used oil into a 5 gal container.
If the store has a problem with it, I just tell them what's the difference inbetween me pouring out all 5 gal now vs coming back every day? They usually say f-it and let me pour it all out in one shot
#2102
12-03-2010 | 03:29 PM
I use
That center portion is just a funnel. I also attaches to the oil bottles apparently, haven't tried that
1 quart containers ftl lol. The thing I bought on amazon is so easy no mess nada.
But I cant measure the oil though :X
#2103
12-03-2010 | 03:51 PM
#2104
12-03-2010 | 03:59 PM
^ Its not that big and I dont hold it up, just leave it on the floor and move it as the oil flow slows. My car is on ramps so its not that high up. Once I get Jack stands I will probably use some wood to bring it closer
I just have a small issue sometimes with oil splashing when it first comes down lol.
I just have a small issue sometimes with oil splashing when it first comes down lol.
#2105
12-03-2010 | 07:17 PM
Yep, I'm pretty good at it 
^Yep! Absolutely 
^Which is why I normally get the 5qt jug like Jeff.
Walmat is better because they come in 5qt containers. I usually pour it back into there but to only measure out how much oil I've used.
^Which is why I normally get the 5qt jug like Jeff.
#2106
12-03-2010 | 07:18 PM
Bumping a few unanswered RLQs:
Has anyone done the Altima "FatBoy" tip mod?
I did mine last year and love the way it looks but the metal is tapping and rattling. I was going to try and trim down the small "fingers" that were cut to hold them on and use some epoxy to attach them but if that didnt work I would be SOL trying to pull them off with hardened epoxy. Any advice?
I did mine last year and love the way it looks but the metal is tapping and rattling. I was going to try and trim down the small "fingers" that were cut to hold them on and use some epoxy to attach them but if that didnt work I would be SOL trying to pull them off with hardened epoxy. Any advice?
#2108
12-03-2010 | 08:26 PM
Pour into 55 gal drum... most places let you do it yourself but some insist on pouring it themselves because the drums are in he back where parts are (at least ones I use).
I used to have a plastic container with about 5" diameter top opening with screw on lid and mesh filter - and on the side it had a pour spout with a screw on cap to empty from - worked real good and was pretty low/shallow so worked under most of my cars but the G is a pita to get under so I dont use that method anymore...
You can buy similar containers at any auto parts store - or buy the disposable kind (they aren't as easily fitted under car and not as easy to work with)... most auto parts will empty from any container though.
I used to have a plastic container with about 5" diameter top opening with screw on lid and mesh filter - and on the side it had a pour spout with a screw on cap to empty from - worked real good and was pretty low/shallow so worked under most of my cars but the G is a pita to get under so I dont use that method anymore...
You can buy similar containers at any auto parts store - or buy the disposable kind (they aren't as easily fitted under car and not as easy to work with)... most auto parts will empty from any container though.
I use http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ef=oss_product
That center portion is just a funnel. I also attaches to the oil bottles apparently, haven't tried that
That center portion is just a funnel. I also attaches to the oil bottles apparently, haven't tried that
What's their policy if some of the fluid is mixed? IE, a little brake fluid mixed with coolant?
#2109
12-03-2010 | 09:15 PM
#2111
12-04-2010 | 12:41 AM
I usually buy my oil only when its on special so its 30 bucks with filter. They stop carrying the 5.25 quarters though 
But I am weirded out, I did put my oil back in a 5 quart once and it only showed up at like 4 quarts or something like that. But the Dipstick did not change since I put the oil in and drain. So I dont know whats going on?
Heh, I dont know I just mix it all :O, This is at advance auto. They never asked me and I dont see anything other then used oil. so if its oil just throw it in. But idk about coolant.
But I am weirded out, I did put my oil back in a 5 quart once and it only showed up at like 4 quarts or something like that. But the Dipstick did not change since I put the oil in and drain. So I dont know whats going on?
Heh, I dont know I just mix it all :O, This is at advance auto. They never asked me and I dont see anything other then used oil. so if its oil just throw it in. But idk about coolant.
#2114
12-04-2010 | 11:16 AM
^Yeah, but not very much. And yes, I've learned the G must be level if not tilted fwd slightly to get all the oil.
It was still pretty low.
My car does burn a little oil, and I think the were going longer between oil changes without checking the oil.
That's one of the reasons I choose to "over-service" my car
It was still pretty low.
My car does burn a little oil, and I think the were going longer between oil changes without checking the oil.
That's one of the reasons I choose to "over-service" my car