Would installing this lessen clearance?
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Burning Brakes
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From: San Antonio TX
Would installing this lessen clearance?
http://www.qwikvalve.com/
I've used these before, super convenient if you change your own oil.
Would it lower the clearance or hang up on anything if installed?
I've used these before, super convenient if you change your own oil.
Would it lower the clearance or hang up on anything if installed?
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Fine on a base car, no on a z51....I have a quick valve on the c7.....search for my posts for part nos....6000 miles, no leaks, works great. This mod is not about making the opening and shutting easier for an oil drain, it's the ability to direct it through a tube and not spill a drop for places like condo buildings etc.
Last edited by Glen e; Jul 4, 2015 at 04:08 PM.
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I've had one on my '67 small-block roadster since 1993, and no problem whatsoever. It works very well, never a leak. It's very convenient.
The issue with clearance would be that the lever protrudes, so you'd need to ensure that during installation you can tighten it so the lever doesn't stick downward, maybe by adding a second gasket.
Dave
The issue with clearance would be that the lever protrudes, so you'd need to ensure that during installation you can tighten it so the lever doesn't stick downward, maybe by adding a second gasket.
Dave
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It doesn't stick down at all. Fumoto #F107S....yes using 2 Gaskets is a bit better. The white nipple here pops off so everything is even above the bottom of the oil filter.
Last edited by Glen e; Jul 4, 2015 at 12:53 PM.
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I have one of these on my truck and I have never had an issue with it. Nothing is going to hit the level and open it as the locking ring keeps it down and it is spring loaded so it stays closed. You would have to sheer it off for it to leak. I might put these on mine so I don't have to worry about the drain plug (cross-threading, re-torque bolts) and it will be much less mess when changing oil