Anyone use a fluid extractor for oil changes?

[AgentHubcap]

I came across this and wanted to know if anyone uses something similar?
http://store.motiveproducts.com/power-extractor--1708-p54.aspx

I figure I can also use it to bleed the brakes (when I get around to that), but wanted to know if it actually works well for our motors.

[ChuckDizzle]

I came across this and wanted to know if anyone uses something similar?
http://store.motiveproducts.com/power-extractor--1708-p54.aspx

I figure I can also use it to bleed the brakes (when I get around to that), but wanted to know if it actually works well for our motors.

I have a motive brand extractor, but it doesn't pressurize and pump to bleed fluids out, only extracts. I've been doing it for a while on all my cars past and present. Makes it quicker and easier and you could do it in a suit and tie and not get any oil on you, just your hands. I prefer it since the extractor is the reservoir to hold the old oil so i can go and recycle it.

[AgentHubcap]

I have a motive brand extractor, but it doesn't pressurize and pump to bleed fluids out, only extracts. I've been doing it for a while on all my cars past and present. Makes it quicker and easier and you could do it in a suit and tie and not get any oil on you, just your hands. I prefer it since the extractor is the reservoir to hold the old oil so i can go and recycle it.

I was hoping it would have a dual purpose so I could better justify the $65. I do *maybe* 3 oil changes per year for both cars.

[ChuckDizzle]

I was hoping it would have a dual purpose so I could better justify the $65. I do *maybe* 3 oil changes per year for both cars.

I paid about $55 so for the extra $10 I'd say its worth it. Extractor and bleeder as opposed to needing one of each. Then again, mine is about 6 years old now and I don't think a dual purpose unit was available or I probably would have gotten it.

[AgentHubcap]

I looked again, and it looks like the one I posted is only a vacuum extractor (does not pressurize).

[ChuckDizzle]

I looked again, and it looks like the one I posted is only a vacuum extractor (does not pressurize).

For me, not having to jack my car up to do an oil change was worth the money alone. No more having to replace oil drain plug washers and such. And for the most part, the amount of oil I put in is essentially the same as what comes out. Sure, some oil will be left over but do you really completey drain the 100% of the oil doing it the conventional way? And since our oil filters are up top, it's even easier.

I'd call it personal preference, either methods will get the job done.

[SchwartzBR]

The only issue I'd have with something like that is that if there's any gunk/debris/shavings/whatever in the pain you might not see them as easily as you would from a normal drain.

[MauiM3Mania]

I've been using an extractor simply because it's... simple and effective. Assuming the oil is extracted when it is hot, any particulates are likely to be in suspension.

An oil and filter change can be accomplished in 15 - 20 minutes with minimal mess.

The factory repair manual for the 88 M3 mentions the use of an extractor, so it's not a new concept and apparently acceptable to BMW.

Edit: The one drawback to the extractor I've found is if you want to catch a sample for an oil analysis, it's sort of a pain to do.

[ChuckDizzle]

The only issue I'd have with something like that is that if there's any gunk/debris/shavings/whatever in the pain you might not see them as easily as you would from a normal drain.

magnetic oil drain plug is helpful to prevent that if you choose to use an extractor.

[DLite]

You can't call yourself a man, unless you get down and dirty, up underneath the car and get some oil on your hands......pure blasphemy!

























BTW, do you think I can buy one of those at Northern Tool?

[ChuckDizzle]

You can't call yourself a man, unless you get down and dirty, up underneath the car and get some oil on your hands......pure blasphemy!
























BTW, do you think I can buy one of those at Northern Tool?

Boat supply stores have them.

I primarily switched to the extractor method cause I've been living in apartment units (most of which don't approve of maintenance in their parking lots). So there really wasn't a way to do my oil change unless I went to a friends house. I told my property manager that extractors are enclosed and theres little risk of oil spilling and they were okay with it. I even let the maintenance guys use it for their cars/trucks and other jobs around the property.

[AgentHubcap]

You can't call yourself a man, unless you get down and dirty, up underneath the car and get some oil on your hands......pure blasphemy!

























BTW, do you think I can buy one of those at Northern Tool?

You can get them at Costco, too.

[froggy47]

The only issue I'd have with something like that is that if there's any gunk/debris/shavings/whatever in the pain you might not see them as easily as you would from a normal drain.


I also like getting under & checking a lot of other stuff, but it's better than letting Jiffy Lube do it (or paying Stealer prices). I know everyone does not have a garage or ramps/jacks.