Oil plug broke, grr

[admranger]

I just bought a couple of new ones. One to put in at this oil change. One as a spare.

[ProfessorX5]

Managed to get the sucker out. Tapped, and put in a new bolt. Took an hour to get the hood open to refill the oil, but still waiting for the new cable, which should get here today. So that, and the rear hatch actuator are next, then the PS reservoir.

[Pierce330]

Lesson learned, do not take your car to Mr. Lube...

[upallnight]

Life time oil same as life time ATF.

[Riggodeaux]

This is one reason I'm a fan of brass Fumoto drain valves. One going in with my next oil change. Reminds me to pick one up ......

[Qsilver7]

Originally Posted by Riggodeaux

...I'm a fan of brass Fumoto drain valves. One going in with my next oil change. Reminds me to pick one up ......

I've considered this before...but have just sat on the fence...but will wish I had gone ahead and installed this mod if I ever get in the predicament where the bolt head breaks off or the plug won't come out for some reason.

And I really don't worry about the Fumoto on the e38 since the drain bolt is protected by the little drop down access door...but on the e53...the plug is kind of exposed...so I worry about running over something and it getting caught on the release valve...then all of my oil drains from the engine!

Just an FYI for those not familiar with the Fumoto drain valve...see info below:

Install this valve and you can drain your engine oil without tools and without mess. Just lift the lever of this solid brass ball valve and give it a quarter turn to open it. Return the lever to its original position and it locks closed, double sealed to prevent leakage. The Engine Oil Drain Valve is made of corrosion resistant forged brass and stainless steel. The ball valve design provides a straight flow for efficient drainage and a perfect seal when closed. Frozen drain plug and stripped threads are eliminated forever.

[admranger]

Originally Posted by Qsilver7

I've considered this before...but have just sat on the fence...but will wish I had gone ahead and installed this mod if I ever get in the predicament where the bolt head breaks off or the plug won't come out for some reason.

And I really don't worry about the Fumoto on the e38 since the drain bolt is protected by the little drop down access door...but on the e53...the plug is kind of exposed...so I worry about running over something and it getting caught on the release valve...then all of my oil drains from the engine!

Just an FYI for those not familiar with the Fumoto drain valve...see info below:

Install this valve and you can drain your engine oil without tools and without mess. Just lift the lever of this solid brass ball valve and give it a quarter turn to open it. Return the lever to its original position and it locks closed, double sealed to prevent leakage. The Engine Oil Drain Valve is made of corrosion resistant forged brass and stainless steel. The ball valve design provides a straight flow for efficient drainage and a perfect seal when closed. Frozen drain plug and stripped threads are eliminated forever.

They make at least one model that has a 'safety' clip on it for the guys who drive their trucks in corn fields and rough brush areas. Apparently, corn stalks can catch the valve and have enough strength to release it.

[JCL]

So "real men" change their own oil? What a load of BS

Real men (and women) respect the choices that others make.

Yes, I like working on my own vehicles. But I also live in a condo now and vehicle work involving draining fluids is not permitted. The shop I have access to is an hour away. I had my last oil service done for me locally. OE fluids and filter, torque wrench to prevent over tightening, full inspection.

[hd2000fxdl]

Originally Posted by Qsilver7

I've considered this before...but have just sat on the fence...but will wish I had gone ahead and installed this mod if I ever get in the predicament where the bolt head breaks off or the plug won't come out for some reason.

And I really don't worry about the Fumoto on the e38 since the drain bolt is protected by the little drop down access door...but on the e53...the plug is kind of exposed...so I worry about running over something and it getting caught on the release valve...then all of my oil drains from the engine!

Just an FYI for those not familiar with the Fumoto drain valve...see info below:

Install this valve and you can drain your engine oil without tools and without mess. Just lift the lever of this solid brass ball valve and give it a quarter turn to open it. Return the lever to its original position and it locks closed, double sealed to prevent leakage. The Engine Oil Drain Valve is made of corrosion resistant forged brass and stainless steel. The ball valve design provides a straight flow for efficient drainage and a perfect seal when closed. Frozen drain plug and stripped threads are eliminated forever.

I really like these, but also have the same concer that on some applications that are a little too exposed, for those that arn't this is right up there with sliced bread. The only thing I'd like to see is an adapter to route a hose so I could direct the flow to where I wanted, I have 1 velicle that has a cover I have to take off and to put a hose on it would be very helpful and I could just make an access panel to get to it being I do 99% of the work on all my vehicles.

Harry

[Ricky Bobby]

I'll be getting one of these on next oil change, just bought one for my Triumph:

NEW, Special magnetic drain plugs for all BMW automobiles