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Oil Change Question

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by 53flattie, Oct 10, 2016.

  1. Oct 10, 2016 at 8:38 AM
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    53flattie

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    I'm finished with the "free" Toyota Care oil changes, so the next one will be the first time I've changed it myself. I have two questions:

    I've seen reference to the 5.7 holding 9.8qts and I've seen reference to 7qts. Which is correct?

    I saw a thread the other day where someone bought a nifty-looking tool and replacement "cap" for the oil filter. I can't seem to locate that thread now... Anyone remember where that was?

    Thanks!
     
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  2. Oct 10, 2016 at 8:54 AM
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    Fumoto valve is what you're referring to.
     
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  3. Oct 10, 2016 at 10:00 AM
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    I've seen those before, and they are cool, but that's not what I saw in the other thread.

    I *think* it was a u-shaped tool for removing the filter housing (instead of using a flute wrench). And it might have been a replacement housing too... (scratching head)
     
  4. Oct 10, 2016 at 10:21 AM
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    Here's the link I was going to post up prior to RowdyRon's. Not sure if it the same thing he posted, but it is based off of the Venza's adapter.
     
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  5. Oct 10, 2016 at 10:40 AM
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    Thanks so much guys!!!
     
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    From the Owner's Manual:
    Oil capacity -
    With filter 7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp.qt.)
    Without filter 7.5 qt. (7.1 L, 6.2 Imp.qt.)
     
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    I recently bought a 2010 tundra and checked with my local dealer about changing oil. I was told they would change oil (oil & filter included) for $59.95. I don't think I can change it myself and save much. I'm going to give them a try and see how it goes.
     
  8. Oct 13, 2016 at 6:15 AM
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    Okay - who was the crackhead engineer that designed the oil filter such that you have to remove the skid plate in order to access it??? Good grief. A total of 8 bolts that are 3 different sizes? Really?
    Has anyone given any thought to using a 4" hole saw to create an opening below the filter housing so you don't have to remove the skid plate to change the oil?
     
  9. Oct 13, 2016 at 6:37 AM
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    Im using it as an excuse to buy an RCI or TRD Pro skid plate because they have access doors to the oil filter. It's a total "coincidence" that I will need to change my oil right around January/February (tax return time).:bananadance:
     
  10. Oct 13, 2016 at 7:02 AM
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    I did see a thread on one of the forums where a member modified his OEM (not TRD) skid plate to have an oil change flap like the TRD skid plate does, but I can't find the thread. If I find it, I'll post it here. Most are just migrating to the TRD or RCI as Kevin (BlueFalconActual) mentioned.

    UPDATE: The one RowdyRon posted below is the one I was thinking of. Thanks!
     
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    It's an elaborate ruse by Toyota in order for us to spend money on TRD Pro parts. Silly Toyota, I don't need more reasons to spend my money on mods.
     
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  13. Oct 13, 2016 at 9:23 AM
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    You say redneck as if it's a bad thing.
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  14. Oct 13, 2016 at 10:55 AM
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    Thanks Ron! That looks like a better solution to me!!
     
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    Lol. Wasn't meant as a bad thing. I grew up in the woods of north Idaho. Never discount the value of redneck inginuity.
     
  16. Oct 13, 2016 at 11:07 AM
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    Nice!
    It's what this country's founded on baby!!
     
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    Yes. That mod I believe is has been addressed here already. I don't change my own oil anymore so I don't worry about it, I let Grease Monkey worry about that. Not worth the expense/hassle DIY oil change anymore IMO.
     
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