Hello, quick quesiton, has anyone used any of the mechanical pumps that you insert into the dipstick to change out the oil instead of going by way of drain plug? Griotts garage sells a nice one, however, they dont say exactly if it will work with the crossfire, and to work the hose which goes in the dipstick has to obviously be the proper diameter to fit in, AND they said it cant have a seperate dry sump (pressurized?) as in Porsches, or the pump won't work, I can order one and useit, and if it dosn't work return it, but would like to know if anyone has tried this or a similar device. thanks Scott

 

most people use the hole for the oil filter holder

i dont get why people cant take the time and the 4 bolts it takes to pull the underbody panel

 

Well, Infinite, IF I were MOST PEOPLE, you may have a point, but IM not, Im me, and I prefer NOT to crawl up under the thing, jack it up, when, if this works, its a heck of a lot EASIER and faster. That being said, to each his own, if you enjoy doing it the other way, so be it. Back to the original question, has anyone used such a device successfully? Please, if you have something useful to add, Im all ears, if not, dont waste my and others time.

 

we use them at the motorcycle shop i work at all the time
they work flawlessly as long as you maintain them
depending on where you insert them they dont get 100% of the old oil out

but point is... they work

and god forbid we have to get dirty working on cars (lol)

 

I notice that your are a new member here on the forum and welcome. It's really helpful to use the search function as most questions that new members ask have been answered already. Here's a good thread on oil extractors. There are useful threads that also show how to change the oil and the oil filter and what type to use. Good luck with your oil change.

https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...il+change+pump

 

Thanks to all who helped! I will endeavor to use the search function in the future!

 

Don't ever hesitate to ask because there's always new info coming in and the older posts may not be up to date. Good Luck.