wandering neurons
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Dreaded oil-change time for Goliath, my M1081. I’ve avoided these because of the mess when the oil drains over everything except for the strategically placed pan. Trying to figure a way to direct the geyser of hot, black oil to the pan, I spotted a couple of old RV sewer hose pieces and had an a-ha moment.
A 45-degree bend connected to a 2-3’ section of hose did the trick. Loosen the drain plug till oil just seeps out. Hold the 45-degree fitting at the drain, dangle the remaining hose into the drain pan. Reach over to remove the plug with your free hand and direct the released oil into the fitting and thence directly into the pan. Bob’s your uncle, especially if you have another bucket handy when done, to hold the sewer hose.
Anyone got better solutions to this messy problem?
A 45-degree bend connected to a 2-3’ section of hose did the trick. Loosen the drain plug till oil just seeps out. Hold the 45-degree fitting at the drain, dangle the remaining hose into the drain pan. Reach over to remove the plug with your free hand and direct the released oil into the fitting and thence directly into the pan. Bob’s your uncle, especially if you have another bucket handy when done, to hold the sewer hose.
Anyone got better solutions to this messy problem?