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Anyone find a Fumoto Drain Valve for the Prius C oil pan plug?

Discussion in 'Prius c Accessories and Modifications' started by gasmiser1, Sep 13, 2012.

  1. gasmiser1

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    I have always had these on cars for the past 10 years. Bought them from http://www.qwikvalve.com

    The Fumoto Drain Valve makes oil changes a breeze and saves the oil pan thread from getting striped. My last car, a Honda Insight Hybrid striped out at 110,000 miles. This replacement valve saves headaches.

    The Prius C is so new the correct size isn't listed.


    Anyone find a correct size ye?
     
    #1 gasmiser1, Sep 13, 2012
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    that is a good valve. how much does it cost? I want to put one for my PC
     
    #2 formula, Sep 13, 2012
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    I bought one a year ago for my Toyota Tacoma truck for $23.95+$4.29 shipping.

    We just need the company to provide us a model number for ordering. I'll call them today and see what I can find out.
     
    #3 gasmiser1, Sep 13, 2012
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    Since the engine is a 1NZ-XFE, same as the Gen 2 engine, I'll bet the model number they recommend will be the same for the C and the Gen 2.
     
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    Quikvalve.com says Model #F-103 should work. I ordered one today :)
     
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    which one did you get?

    with nipple?
     
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    Naw, just the regular type without. I
    have bought several in the past and haven't seen the need for a nipple type to add a drain tube.
     
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    What are the chances of it opening up on its own? Could a branch or stone bounce up and open it?
     
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    Not a chance. It's internal spring loaded. They even make a safety catch for it now(extra cost), which I've never bought.
    I've had 5 cars and trucks with the valve installed with over 400,000 trouble-free miles.
     
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    That is the same model used on the Gen 2 Prius. (y)
     
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    True :)
    They said most Toyotas take that size.
     
    #11 gasmiser1, Sep 17, 2012
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