I am sure they have one that fits an MDX, but probably it's under a Honda model. But you would need to check it out. The Odyssey should be the same.mgmdx said:It looks like a convenient gadget. According to Fram's fit list however, it is not available for the MDX.
Are there any other similar drain valves made by other manufacturers that fit the MDX?
I would strongly advise not to use these type of unit. My family being in the automotive industry used to carry these in case they had a customer's drain plug get stripped. Another words somebody screwed in the drain plug and stripped the treads causing oil to leak when you tighten. Then we would use the devices which usually leaked and are a pain in the neck to reuse after a oil change, generally you have to install a new plug every time you change your oil. In cases of vandels it is much easier for someone to get under your SUV and drain out the oil and make you cause damage to you SUV. Basically they tend to leak and have to be replaced with a new plug every oil change in order to get a tight fit. Drain plug much better!MDXLuvr said:I'm sure most of u have seen the T.V. commercial about the Fram Oil Filter drain valve. Apparently it would replace the drain plug, and it is "easy as a twist". anybody try it yet?
good point, i hadn't thought about that.paul123 said:
In cases of vandels it is much easier for someone to get under your SUV and drain out the oil and make you cause damage to you SUV.
Concur. Just did the service on my three cars this morning. At the MOST, a twist and drain would save 1 or 2 MINUTES. (And that includes a torque wrench on the tighten.)AcuraDoc said:I highly adivse that no one use one of these "gadgets".
If you think about the consequences of driving over a curb, or going off-road and potentially opening the valve, you'll soon discover that you are running your engine without any lubricant. I'd say that without oil, that your MDX engine will probably be dead within 100 miles. Then try an get the manufacturer of the drain plug to pay for your new engine. Acura certianly won't cover the charges!
Also, how hard is it to take a few turns of the ratchet when removing the drain plug??? Not worht the risk.
-Cheers
I don't think you are talking about the same thing, it is no easier for a vandal than a regular drain plug and you certainly don't replace it...paul123 said:In cases of vandels it is much easier for someone to get under your SUV and drain out the oil and make you cause damage to you SUV. Basically they tend to leak and have to be replaced with a new plug every oil change in order to get a tight fit. Drain plug much better!
I used the Fumoto on my 1985 Toyota 4X4 for eight years without any problems what so ever. I used the truck for mostly off road!!!!whynotmdx said:
The Fumoto is the one piece system with a lever and does look dangerous to me...
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You are correct, I was thinking a rubber plug that doesn't screw in. That product looks very good and not a bad idea. I would only worry about it if the drain plug aimed to the ground and the extention piece could get ripped off by bottoming out, but in the MDX, I believe the drain plug aims to the rear of the vehicle. I like the product and will look to install myself to avoid the possible stripping of the threads with my frequent oil changes. Thanks for the correction.whynotmdx said:
I don't think you are talking about the same thing, it is no easier for a vandal than a regular drain plug and you certainly don't replace it...
The Fram is a two piece system, the only way to drain is to attach the special actuator.
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One of the reason to use a drain like this is to protect the pan from being stripped after repeated use.
You don't replace anything on each use. The drain stays on your car and doesn't leak but you install a cover which is a second stage of leak protection. To drain you remove the cover and attach the actuator which has a short hose to direct the draining oil.
Trasko's Dragon oil drain is also a 2 piece system.
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The Fumoto is the one piece system with a lever and does look dangerous to me...
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