Thank You for noticing. I also have a video showing how to complete the transmission service. All the videos divided by category are at thefrugalfactor.com/
I've got a new Promaster (Winnebago Solis). It's got 2,200 miles on it and after watching several videos on how to change its oil, there's NO WAY I'm going to trust someone else to do it. Too many things can get screwed up. I haven't changed my own oil in 30 or 40 years, but I'm going to do my Promaster. Thanks. (Probably order that pump, too.)
Thanks for the comment. I feel the same way. I don't trust anyone else. In the time it takes to drive to someplace to have it changed, I would already have it done. Plus, they always try to sell you something else! The pump really makes it EASY!
Pro-tip Lube the threads and o-ring generously with new oil. Mark the cap and the side so you know approximately where it should match up. You may not want to mark it the first time or use tape (as that would assume the previous person didn't over tighten it). Worth getting a torque wrench, as threading it in by hand is fine. However, once you use the wrench the resistance feels unusual. Probably do the to the o-ring, but the plastic on plastic threads may contribute to this.
Hello FF, sorry to bug you again. Well was all set up to do the deed, and I can’t get the filter cap off. I have all the right tools -but it won’t budge! I am afraid I am going to break something if I try any harder. Any ideas?
If you have the stubby ratchet it takes some power to remove it. Be sure you're turning in the right direction. Counterclockwise to remove. The person who put it on may have put it on very tightly which is not necessary. There is a o-ring that will seal. Once you do this the first time you won't have any problems.
@@FrugalFactor yes I have the stubby- and am turning CCW. My dad suggested using a wrench with the circle end over the stub wrench to get more torque. So there is no harm in giving it a good turn- maybe even some hammer tapping? I have a new oil filter cap also- but concerned about fracturing the housing…
This is the only video I’ve seen that talks about the cap. Thanks for sharing!
Thank You for noticing. I also have a video showing how to complete the transmission service. All the videos divided by category are at thefrugalfactor.com/
Excellent video, well done
Thank YOU
I've got a new Promaster (Winnebago Solis). It's got 2,200 miles on it and after watching several videos on how to change its oil, there's NO WAY I'm going to trust someone else to do it. Too many things can get screwed up. I haven't changed my own oil in 30 or 40 years, but I'm going to do my Promaster. Thanks. (Probably order that pump, too.)
Thanks for the comment. I feel the same way. I don't trust anyone else. In the time it takes to drive to someplace to have it changed, I would already have it done. Plus, they always try to sell you something else! The pump really makes it EASY!
Pro-tip
Lube the threads and o-ring generously with new oil.
Mark the cap and the side so you know approximately where it should match up. You may not want to mark it the first time or use tape (as that would assume the previous person didn't over tighten it). Worth getting a torque wrench, as threading it in by hand is fine. However, once you use the wrench the resistance feels unusual. Probably do the to the o-ring, but the plastic on plastic threads may contribute to this.
thanks
Perfect!
You did see Oil Change video! The pump really makes changing the oil easy. Thanks for watching.
Hello FF, sorry to bug you again. Well was all set up to do the deed, and I can’t get the filter cap off. I have all the right tools -but it won’t budge! I am afraid I am going to break something if I try any harder. Any ideas?
If you have the stubby ratchet it takes some power to remove it. Be sure you're turning in the right direction. Counterclockwise to remove. The person who put it on may have put it on very tightly which is not necessary. There is a o-ring that will seal. Once you do this the first time you won't have any problems.
@@FrugalFactor yes I have the stubby- and am turning CCW. My dad suggested using a wrench with the circle end over the stub wrench to get more torque. So there is no harm in giving it a good turn- maybe even some hammer tapping? I have a new oil filter cap also- but concerned about fracturing the housing…
I would not use a hammer. Too much force could damage the oil cooler which is under the filter housing.
@@FrugalFactor I think the dealership already damaged the oil cooler as the sensor is throwing an error.
Use a box instead of socket wrench?
I use a socket wrench as shown in the video.
@@FrugalFactor Use a box instead of socket wrench to make it easier?
I think my brain was extracted.
Doh, here is the oil filter change:)
Yes, also you can see all the videos by category at thefrugalfactor.com/