| boatkid |
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| 15/05/2008 21:13 |
Oil change - where did I go wrong
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Just changed the oil & filter on a mercruiser 350 magnum with remote filter. New seago oil extractor work at treat but when I went to remove remote filter there was still oil in it, anyone advise me where I went wrong. luckily I caught the mess with cloths.
All tips appreciated for next time
cheers
| sailorman |
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| 15/05/2008 21:17 |
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guess you only extracted the oil from the sump
| carlton |
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| 15/05/2008 21:17 |
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If you used a 'dipstick' type oil extractor it will only lift oil from the sump, so what you experienced was normal.
| PilotWolf |
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| 15/05/2008 21:20 |
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Won't you still get oil in the filter even if you drain via a sump plug or built pump?
W.
| boatkid |
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| 15/05/2008 21:20 |
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yes thats right - so whats the best way to get the oil out the filter
| carlton |
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| 15/05/2008 21:23 |
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Slowly and carefully - with a bucket underneath it with kitchen-roll/old rags in the bottom.
| dpb |
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| 15/05/2008 21:24 |
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Sounds like you already know!
Catch the spill with cloths as you undo the filter!
Some motors have the filter mounted vertically so it is not a problem, but when horizontal there will be a spill!
| Medskipper |
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| 15/05/2008 22:01 |
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You just can't get the oil out of the filter! I hang a plastic bag under my filter to catch the oil that comes out when unscrewing it.
Barry
| Kawasaki |
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| 15/05/2008 22:06 |
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Wrap the filter in a Tesco bag.
Then remove.
Morrisons are no good.
They have 'breather' type holes in em.
I Know
I did an oil change Today!
I used a Vacuum sucker type oil extractor, proper job.
It won't take the oil out the filter though.
When refilling.
After running the eng for a bit.
Check the level.
The filter will 'swallow' some oil.
Let it (the eng) sit for a while then top up, to take care of the oil the filt will hold.
| CBT |
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| 15/05/2008 22:16 |
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With a disposable filter, pierce the filter underneath with a spike and drain into container before unscrewing. This is particularly effective with filters which are affixed horizontally.
| alrob |
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| 15/05/2008 22:26 |
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problem with mercruiser remotes are - that they are upside down on the top of the engine
| FlyingDutchman |
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| 16/05/2008 08:28 |
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I know a guy that starts the engine for a couple of seconds after the sump is emptied to get the oil out of the filter. Not my recommendation!
| spannerman |
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| 16/05/2008 09:12 |
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It doesn't get any easier than that!, you make a hole in the top with a screwdriver or an awl and leave it for 1/2 an hr to drain down into the sump while you do some other part of the service.
| burgundyben |
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| 16/05/2008 09:16 |
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Yep, thats what I do, pierce the filter.
Mine are mounted upside down! Unless I pierce them and let then drain I get about 2 pints of oil everywhere.
| boatkid |
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| 16/05/2008 14:54 |
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thanks for info - I now have the knowledge. I will look forward to a mess free oil change next tine
cheers
| itsonlymoney |
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| 16/05/2008 16:41 |
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I also use the Tesco bag system, and rags of course.
| BigD |
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| 16/05/2008 21:10 |
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Yep - agree - sealed poly bag round the filter works a treat - no spills. Then clean of with a rag. Leave a rag underneath until you get the new one installed - coz you get drips! IMHO - dont punch a hole in filter to drain it - this creates sharp edges which when the filter touches the bag pierce it and cause a mess!... I know...lol Also...dont forget to wet the new sealing ring with a little oil too - when you install the new filter.