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Old 07-24-2008, 06:35 PM
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Need guidance-Just joined the Mityvac Club

After much research here I decided to attempt my first topsider oil change. I have a few questions before I start that I wasn't able to find in past posts.

1.Does it matter which diameter evacuation tube I use as long as it fits in the dipstick tube?
2.Should the Valve Cover cap and oil filter be removed before I begin?
3.How do I know when the evacuation tube has reached all the way to the bottom of the oil pan(other than it stopping as I feed it in)?
4.What is the tool needed to remove the lid of the cannister that the oil filter is housed in?
5.The oil filter came with two gaskets. Are both used?
6.Once the oil is extracted, how much oil should I initially add? The owner's manual states it is a capacity of 7.4 quarts. How much should remain in the engine if I have completed a thorough oil extraction?
7.Is there a recommended oil when running B100?
8.If I was unable to find a completely flat work area, is slightly nose-up or nose-down preferable(by a matter of only about 2 inches)?

Thanks,
Chris
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